Translate stories into experiences in this exciting BFA program
Entertainment Design is the art of creating compelling and engaging experiences that translate a narrative, concept, or theme into a real-world experience that resonates with guests.
Our Entertainment Design major teaches you to collaborate with artists, designers, and other creatives to bring your vision to life, and develop the visual communication skills of an artist and the problem solving skills of a designer. With a focus on the built environment, your artistic and technical skills are applied to project designs for theme parks, museums and exhibitions, concerts, sporting events, expos, hotels and restaurants, retail spaces, and more for an industry expanding worldwide. In this program, students learn how to be effective designers and collaborators within teams that work on creative projects across all kinds of entertainment experiences. We’re translating stories into real world experiences.
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Spotlight: Entertainment Design
Creating Themed Environments
Projects focus on developing a strong foundation of concept development, and building a knowledge of three‐dimensional spatial relationships, material properties, and fabrication techniques.
You will develop advanced technical skills using a variety of digital design techniques in drawing, CAD, 3D modeling, traditional model making, and 3D prototyping. Ringling College is a member of the industry’s major organization, the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA), which shares news and events in the industry and connects students across the country.
What types of spaces do we design?
Entertainment design is a fast-evolving field that continues to grow at a rapid pace. From theme parks and interactive storytelling to immersive art installations, themed retail and hospitality, it’s a multi-billion dollar a year industry that demands multifaceted professionals.
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Themed Entertainment:
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Universal’s Epic Universe
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The Jungle Cruise
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Nintendo World
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The Revenge of the Mummy
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Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway
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Harry Potter World
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The Simpsons Ride
Cultural Destinations:
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Museums
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Meow Wolf
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Museum of Ice Cream
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Fairgrounds
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Zoos
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National Geographic Grand Canyon Visitors Center
Themed Retail:
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Tesla
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Apple Store
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Microsoft Store
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Niketown
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Madrid Xanadu
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Joy City, Shanghai
Themed Restaurants:
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Hard Rock
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Tommy Bahama
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Toothsome Chocolate Emporium
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Medieval Times Dinner Tournament
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Pirates Dinner Adventure
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Capone’s Dinner & Show
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The Cirque Magique
Student Work
Designing the Experience from Start to Finish
Sozo – Experience and Kiosk
Tia Kassim
Red Triangle Retreat
Shellsea Coe
INDEX Center Redesign
Brody, Juan, Brian, Tia
Opportunities for Students
Internships
We are constantly connecting with industry professionals to find exciting opportunities for real-world experience.
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Industry Critiques
To further inform the work of our fourth year students we bring in renowned visiting artists to participate in milestone critiques.
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Industry Experience at Ringling College is our promise to provide every student the opportunity to have hands-on industry experience before they graduate.
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