Instructional Design Courses

GDC

Great Level Design is a Studio-Wide Effort

Explore how all studio teams contribute to exceptional level design, and learn effective communication strategies for level designers to optimize collaboration and achieve outstanding results.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

GDC

Games that Care - Lessons from Teaching Grief-Based Game Design

Explore methods, risks, and outcomes of grief-based game design, emphasizing care as an essential skill for contemporary game designers and educators in this insightful session.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

GDC

Why My Students Design Escape Rooms

Discover how designing escape rooms enhances game design skills like brainstorming, prototyping, and iteration. Learn innovative teaching methods for developing creative problem-solving abilities in students.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

GDC

Studio Design - Building a Foundation for Success and Avoiding Business Disaster

Explore game studio business fundamentals with Jason Della Rocca. Learn essential strategies for setting up your studio and games for long-term success from day one.

• YouTube
• 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

GDC

How to Teach 5 Semesters of Game Design in 1 Class

Innovative approach to condensing game design curriculum into a single intensive course, exploring efficient teaching methods and essential industry knowledge.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

GDC

Moss - Design Before Sound

Explore how sound design in 'Moss' creates emotional connections with characters and story, using compelling techniques to enhance the gaming experience.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Polyfjord

Mechanical Sound Design for 3D Artists

Learn mechanical sound design techniques for 3D animations using Davinci Resolve and Soundly. Create realistic audio for a mechanical swan, from planning to final composition, including ambient sounds.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Polyfjord

Sound Design for 3D Artists

Fast-paced tutorial on sound design for 3D artists using free software. Learn to enhance visual work with audio, covering export, SFX libraries, whoosh sounds, reverb, and rendering tips.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

PiXimperfect

Talking Design with Dave Clayton

Renowned designer Dave Clayton discusses graphic design, fonts, software, and creative insights in this engaging interview at Photoshop World Conference in Orlando.

• YouTube
• 46 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

PiXimperfect

The Most Realistic Way to Place Design on T-Shirt - Photoshop Tutorial

Learn advanced Photoshop techniques to realistically place designs on t-shirts using luminosity masks and channels. Master natural-looking results, color adjustments, and depth creation for professional-quality graphics.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

DesignCourse

Fixing Your Broken Cards - Do's and Don'ts of Card Design

Revamp card designs with expert tips to avoid common pitfalls. Learn effective UI/UX techniques for creating visually appealing and functional card layouts.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

DesignCourse

Get Better at Design - Live UI-UX Reviews

Live UI/UX design reviews offering expert feedback on submitted projects. Improve your design skills through real-time critiques and learn from others' work in this interactive session.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• On-Demand
• Free Video

DesignCourse

Modern Gradient Trends in UI Design

Explore modern UI gradient trends, including linear, light, and background gradients. Learn effective techniques for soft gradients, shadows, and drop shadows to enhance your designs.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

DesignCourse

Get Better at UI Design

Improve UI design skills by simulating real projects with constraints, challenging yourself to work in uncomfortable settings and enhancing creativity through practical exercises.

• YouTube
• 37 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

DesignCourse

Using SVG Filters to Recreate a Neumorphic Logo Design

Learn to recreate a neumorphic logo design using SVG filters, including shadows, inner glows, and blurs. Gain hands-on experience with advanced SVG techniques and enhance your graphic design skills.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video