Overview
This new course offers a comprehensive pathway to mastering TouchDesigner, a leading platform in interactive media and immersive design.
This program provides hands-on experience in building professional-grade systems, integrating real-time data and hardware, and optimizing workflows for real-world applications.
Guided by industry experts, including guest lectures from successful TouchDesigner practitioners, you'll gain practical skills essential for creating dynamic multimedia applications and interactive installations.
The course's project-based approach enables you to develop a robust portfolio, showcasing your capabilities to potential employers or clients. By the end of the program, you'll be well-prepared to excel in the competitive fields of interactive design and immersive systems development, with the confidence to tackle complex projects and advance your career.
Why take this course?
By the end of the program, you’ll have hands-on experience building professional-grade systems, integrating data and hardware, and optimising workflows for real-world applications. This course is ideal for individuals looking to enhance their portfolios, transition careers, or gain a competitive edge in creative industries.
Aims
Industry-Ready Skills: Learn the tools and techniques used by professionals to create re-usable, scalable and collaborative projects.Portfolio Projects: Develop work-ready projects that showcase your skills to potential employers or clients.Career Confidence: Gain practical experience and expert guidance to excel in your chosen field.
Requirements
Essentials: First watch the free introductory videos on Touchdesigner, TouchDesigner 100 Series and First Things to Know About TouchDesignerA three-button mouse for optimal controlsA computer with a stable internet connectionA webcam and microphoneA Zoom accountAny Non-Commercial, Educational, Commercial or Pro license of TouchDesigner
Who is this for?
- Visual artists looking to break into the interactive design and immersive technology industries.
- Freelancers seeking to enhance their technical skills and expand their service offerings.
- Creatives transitioning to a career in interactive installations, broadcasting, or retail experiences.
What do you get?
- Live Online Classes: Two 2-hour live sessions per week with real-time instructor support.
- Recorded Sessions:Recorded Access to all class recordings for the duration of the course.
- Industry expert guest lectures: Insight into the work and skills of successful professionals working with TouchDesigner
- Recorded Sessions: Access to all class recordings for the duration of the course.
- Additional Resources: Pre-recorded content and practical exercises.
- Interactive Challenges: Group challenges and hands-on projects to apply your skills.
- 1:1 Feedback sessions: Two individual sessions of 30 minutes with the course leader for personalised support and training.
- Certification: Earn the Music Hackspace Graduate Certificate of Excellence upon successful completion.
- Exclusive Membership: A 1-year Music Hackspace Going Deeper subscription.
Meet your instructors
Kyle Duffield is a Toronto-based Interactive Experience Design Professional renowned for creating immersive interactive installations and brand activations. His expertise spans audio, video, creative coding, electronics, and interaction design, aiming to infuse play and multi-sensory spectacle into public spaces. As an educator, Kyle has facilitated interactive media courses and workshops with various institutions, galleries, and universities across North America, the UK, Shanghai, and online. He is also a Cycling '74 Max Certified Trainer.
Richard Burns is an interactive developer specialising in projection mapping and interactive design. Based in Tokyo, he co-directs Rich & Miyu, providing creative and technical services in both English and Japanese. Richard and his partner Miyu Burns have designed a real-time flocking simulation in TouchDesigner for the Chemical Brothers 2023 tour, creating dynamic visuals that synchronized with the music. He has also developed tools like "Mara," a hackable media server built entirely in TouchDesigner.
Additional Details
- 6 week course
- 12 x 2hr live online lessons
- One-to-one feedback sessions
- Downloadable course materials
- Take-home assignments
- Certification upon completion