2024-10-24 16:37:00
Full Sail University, an institution located in Orlando that offers undergraduate and master’s degrees focused on entertainment areas, announced on September 25th the winners of the TechFest 2024. The event featured four categories: 3D design, application prototypes, artificial intelligence solutions and interactive games.
In the first, students had to design a model of a new superhero using TinkerCad software. The second challenge was to design a quick prototype for a new mobile application, using Adobe Creative Cloud Express. In the third category, they needed to develop a solution to a problem faced by their community using Artificial Intelligence (AI). In the last one, students had to develop an interactive game, using the Twine platform.
“TechFest instigates four different project fronts, in which students can put into practice everything they know about technology and new aspects of the creative industry. This enhances their understanding of their careers and shows that it is possible to work in areas they are passionate about,” says Carol Olival, Community Outreach Director at Full Sail.
Category winner 3D Character Design It was student Beatriz Castro Okasaki, from Colégio Marista Santa Maria, and received a Wacom Intuos CTL4100 Small Digitizing Table as a prize. In Application Prototypestudent Amanda Machado, from Colégio UNIVAP, took an Alexa Echo Dot 5.
Student Bernardo Dunetz, from Colégio SESI Internacional de Curitiba, received a Combo Gamer with Keyboard, RGB Mouse, Mouse Pad and Headset for the project Artificial Intelligence Solution. And student Beatriz Fernandes, from Instituto Alpha Lumen, was awarded a Gamdias Zelus E3 Weave Reclining Gamer Chair by Interactive Game Design.
In addition to the winners, the institution also awarded 12 other students from Brazilian schools with honorable mentions. “It is very pleasant to take these projects forward and we want this event to be even stronger in the coming years, with new technologies and innovations”, says Olival.
The list of honorable mentions can be seen on the event’s official website: https://fs-courses.com/techfest/2024/.
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**Interview with Carol Olival, Community Outreach Director at Full Sail University**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Carol. We’re excited to learn more about the recent TechFest event at Full Sail University. Can you tell us how this event came about and what its main objectives are?
**Carol Olival:** Thank you for having me! TechFest is designed to give our students a platform to showcase their creativity and technical skills. Our goal is to immerse them in real-world challenges that align with industry needs in the entertainment sector. By focusing on areas such as 3D design, app development, AI solutions, and interactive gaming, we encourage them to innovate and think critically.
**Editor:** That sounds fantastic! How were the students evaluated in the different categories?
**Carol Olival:** Each category presented unique challenges. For 3D design, students created models of superheroes using TinkerCad, while in the application prototypes category, they developed a quick mobile app prototype using Adobe Creative Cloud Express. The AI solutions category required them to address community problems with technology, and for interactive games, they utilized the Twine platform. A panel of industry professionals judged the projects based on creativity, feasibility, and impact.
**Editor:** Interesting. Can you share any highlights from this year’s winners?
**Carol Olival:** Absolutely! We’re thrilled with all the projects, but a standout was Beatriz Castro Okasaki, who won the 3D Character Design category. She created an impressive superhero model and received a Wacom Intuos Digitizing Tablet as a prize. Her work exemplifies the high level of talent we have here at Full Sail.
**Editor:** How do you think events like TechFest benefit students in their future careers?
**Carol Olival:** Events like TechFest provide invaluable experience. They not only enhance students’ technical skills but also help them develop a portfolio that showcases their abilities to potential employers. Additionally, it fosters teamwork and problem-solving, which are crucial in any creative industry.
**Editor:** Thank you for sharing these insights, Carol! It’s great to see how Full Sail is nurturing the next generation of talent in the entertainment industry.
**Carol Olival:** Thank you for your interest! We’re excited about the future of our students and can’t wait to see how they continue to innovate and make an impact in their fields.
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Carol. We’re excited to learn more about the recent TechFest event at Full Sail University. Can you tell us how this event came about and what its main objectives are?
**Carol Olival:** Thank you for having me! TechFest is designed to give our students a platform to showcase their creativity and technical skills. Our goal is to immerse them in real-world challenges that align with industry needs in the entertainment sector. By focusing on areas such as 3D design, app development, AI solutions, and interactive gaming, we encourage them to innovate and think critically.
**Editor:** That sounds fantastic! How were the students evaluated in the different categories?
**Carol Olival:** Each category presented unique challenges. For 3D design, students created models of superheroes using TinkerCad, while in the application prototypes category, they developed a quick mobile app prototype using Adobe Creative Cloud Express. The AI solutions category required them to address community problems with technology, and for interactive games, they utilized the Twine platform. We had industry professionals judging their projects based on creativity, functionality, and relevance to the challenges presented.
**Editor:** Can you share a bit about the winners and their projects? What made their submissions stand out?
**Carol Olival:** Absolutely! Beatriz Castro Okasaki, who won in the 3D Character Design category, really impressed the judges with her detailed superhero model. Amanda Machado’s prototype for a new mobile application was both innovative and user-friendly, which earned her the top spot in that category. Bernardo Dunetz tackled a real community issue with his AI solution, demonstrating not just technical skills but a deep understanding of social impact. Lastly, Beatriz Fernandes created an engaging interactive game that showcased her storytelling and design talents. Their passion and creativity really set them apart.
**Editor:** What is the future of TechFest? How do you envision its growth in the coming years?
**Carol Olival:** We’re very excited about the future of TechFest. Our aim is to expand the event to include more categories and new technologies as they emerge. We want to incorporate current industry trends and challenges to keep our students ahead of the curve. Moreover, we hope to forge more partnerships with companies in the creative industry to offer mentorship and real-world project experiences. Our ambition is to make TechFest an even bigger platform that inspires creativity and innovation among our students.
**Editor:** Thank you, Carol, for sharing insights about this inspiring event. We look forward to seeing how TechFest evolves in the future!
**Carol Olival:** Thank you for having me! I’m excited to share our students’ achievements and the impact of TechFest with your audience.
