DigiPen Institute of Technology Europe Bilbao

From Spain to Singapore, Virginia Díez took her passion for art on an adventure of a lifetime! Through the DigiPen Campus Exchange program, this DigiPen Institute of Technology Europe - Bilbao student spent a year with us, stepping out of her comfort zone, making lifelong friends, and experiencing new cultures — even picking up a little Singlish along the way! 😆 Read more about her journey here. https://lnkd.in/gAD3gaN6

Open Talk: Nuria González Blanco at DigiPen Europe-Bilbao 🎬 On April 2nd, everyone is welcome to join us on campus for an exciting talk, "Bringing Silly Sundays to Life", with Nuria González Blanco, Screenwriter, Director, and Animation Producer! 🌟 🔗Link to Register: https://lnkd.in/dPrc6bQE Nuria has worked on incredible projects like Late Afternoon (Oscar-nominated!), and the hit children’s series Silly Sundays🍉. She’s now working as a freelance professional, and she was previously a producer at Cartoon Saloon, the amazing Irish studio behind films like The Secret of Kells and The Breadwinner 🎨. 🗓️ Date: April 2nd 🕘 Time: 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 📍 Location: DigiPen Europe-Bilbao This talk is open to the public — don't miss your chance! 🚀 #DigiPen #Animation #NuriaGonzalezBlanco #OpenTalk #Bilbao #AnimationFilm

Great news from Greece! 🌎 We're thrilled to announce that Bon Ali the Kind and Trott have been selected for the 20th Athens Animfest🎬✨ Bon Ali the Kind has already received 6 recognitions, and Trott has earned 11. 🏆 These two short films join the ranks of previous DigiPen selections like Goodbye Kepler, Witchy Crash, and Glimpse into the Past. Just two years ago, Tardes de Verano won the top student prize, and Conej Steps Out received an Honourable Mention. We're proud to keep this tradition alive! 🏆 #DigiPen #Animation #AthensAnimfest #StudentFilms #BonAli #Trott #AnimationFestival

🎮✈️Did you know programming isn’t just for video games? Real-time simulation is shaping industries like aviation, AI, robotics, and defense! 💡 Javier Tafur Arias, a DigiPen Europe-Bilbao alumni, transitioned from game development to aerospace software engineering, applying his C++ programming and graphics engine expertise in aviation projects. 🎯 At Honeywell, he optimized display systems for next-generation aircraft, developing functions for weather radar, altitude metrics, and avionics diagnostics. 🎯 At Lilium he worked on mixed-reality simulators for eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) aircraft, crucial for pilot training and flight mechanics testing. 🎯 Now at Indra, he develops high-precision visual systems for defense sector flight simulators, managing real-time environments where accuracy is mission-critical. Why is real-time simulation critical in aerospace? Unlike video games, aerospace simulation must replicate reality with extreme accuracy. Every display and environmental factor must be simulated under industry regulations (EASA, FAA) to ensure pilot safety and system reliability. 🔹 The takeaway? Programming and simulation knowledge go far beyond gaming. 🔗 Read Javier’s full journey here: https://lnkd.in/dTCZ6Vww #DigiPenEuropeBilbao #AerospaceTechnology #RealTimeSimulation #FlightSimulation #DigiPenAlumni

Playtesting Session Recap! 🎮 This past Friday we hosted our annual Playtesting Session, where the DigiPen community came together to test 7 incredible in-progress projects.  🔍 What is Playtesting? Playtesting is a phase in game development where we test mechanics, balance, and overall player experience before finalizing the game.  Swipe through to see the amazing projects that were tested! 🕹️✨ #DigiPen #Playtesting #GameDev #StudentProjects #GameDevelopment

Playtesting Day at DigiPen! 🎮 This Friday, March 14, we’re hosting an annual classic, our Playtesting Session, where our students and alumni get to playtest 7 in-progress projects — shaping the final version and helping each other improve the games! 🔍 What’s Playtesting you may ask? It’s a crucial phase where we test mechanics, balance, and player experience before finalizing a game.  #DigiPenEuropeBilbao #GameDevelopment #Playtest

Goodbye Kepler is in Laburbira Festival 2025! 🚀✨ We’re excited to share that "Goodbye Kepler", a short film created by our students Patricia Fañanas Sotomayor, Nerea Ayala Castellanos, David Modroño, and Iraia Yarto will be part of Laburbira 2025, the Basque short film tour bringing local productions to audiences across 50 towns in Euskal Herria. 🎟️ From March 7 to April 11, "Goodbye Kepler" will be screened alongside other great works in cities and towns across the region. We couldn’t be prouder to see our students' work reaching new audiences! The journey kicked off last Thursday with a pre-screening at San Telmo Museum in Donosti. Organized by PRIMERAN and TAUPA, Laburbira is a key event celebrating Basque cinema, offering a platform for emerging filmmakers. #Laburbira2025 #GoodbyeKepler #DigiPenEuropeBilbao #BasqueCinema #EmergingTalent

It’s been two weeks since Conej Steps Out was released, and it all started right here—on a light table, with a pencil and an idea. Our Bachelor of Fine Arts in Digital Art and Animation is where students take their first steps into the world of animation, learning to bring characters and stories to life ✏️ 🚀 If you’re ready to start your art career, applications for September 2025 are still open! 📍 Apply today! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dvJ2aqdM

DigiPen x Vicomtech Day! ⚙️ Earlier this month, we had an incredible opportunity to bring together DigiPen students, alumni, and Vicomtech experts for a day dedicated to technology. 🚀 Students & alumni took the stage to showcase their projects: Lots of AI, 3D Engine Development, Raytracing, C++, and Film Development 🤖 Vicomtech experts shared insights on AI, digital twins, and human-robot collaboration. 💼 We explored career paths—because great ideas need the right opportunities to grow. 🔬 Hands-on lab visits, networking & lunch. A huge thanks to Vicomtech  for opening doors and to all the students who shared their ideas further. 📹 Watch the video recap to see the event in action!

Another day, another milestone for DigiPen Europe-Bilbao! 💥 We’re beyond proud to see our students' hard work and creativity recognized on the international stage with their last nominations. 🐭 MOUSEVENTURES Finalist at BIG FESTIVAL - gamescom latam (Brazil) 🌎 This marks the first international nomination for the game! 🌱 BON ALI THE KIND Nominated for Best School Short Film at the Premios Quirino  🏆 This festival celebrates excellence in Ibero-American animation, and we’re honored to have our students' work among the nominees!  Stay tuned for more exciting updates! 🙌 #DigiPenEuropeBilbao #GameDev #Animation #BIGFestival #PremiosQuirino #DigiPenStudents #Creativity #Innovation #InternationalRecognition