Creative Media Industries Institute

We were honored to give the Board of Directors of the Educational Technology Collaborative an inside look at CMII. Together, we explored how creativity and technology are shaping the future of media and education. Hugh (Lee) Webster Patrick Dortch James Amann

Did you catch The Electric State on Netflix this weekend? 🤖 CMII’s Max Thomas, James Martin, and 20 talented Panthers helped create movie magic behind the scenes—working on over 40 locations in Georgia and animating 400+ robots! 🐾 #MotionCapture #Filmmaking #TheStateWay

"Unreal Engine has completely changed how I approach storytelling," says MFA student Chrysander Mandragora. With real-time rendering, virtual production, and immersive environments, CMII is leading the way in digital filmmaking. Learn more below.

The Creative Media Industries Institute (CMII) at Georgia State University is hiring a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Immersive Media Technologies. This role focuses on research and teaching in game development, virtual production, immersive storytelling, AI, and human-centered computing. The successful candidate will contribute to CMII’s growing academic programs and collaborate across disciplines to push the boundaries of emerging media technologies. Learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/eiY4h8Cz #ImmersiveMedia #GameDevelopment #VirtualProduction #ImmersiveStorytelling #AI #HigherEdJobs #TenureTrack

Did you know the EXLAB makerspace at CMII is open to all GSU students? Whether you're a beginner or an expert, you can experiment with 3D printing, laser cutting, and other fabrication tools. Stop by and start making today! #Makerspace #TheStateWay https://lnkd.in/exq85rdF

Tom Luse, former CMII Artist in Residence and executive producer of The Walking Dead, shares his journey in film and his passion for mentoring students with Moonshine Post-Production. He also dives into Rejuvenation, CMII’s experimental feature film now streaming on Tubi! Watch the full conversation below.

ICYMI: Georgia State’s student and alumni entrepreneurs just got a major boost! Thanks to a $307,500 grant from Truist Foundation, the Main Street Entrepreneurs Seed Fund will provide mentorship, funding, and resources to help startups thrive. #Entrepreneurship #TheStateWay

Calling all game makers! 🎮 The GCPL Game Jam 2025 is open to all, no matter your skill level. Submit your game Mar. 1–Apr. 18 and you might be featured at Free Comic Book Day in Lawrenceville on May 3! 🏆 #GameJam #GameDesign #GameDevelopment

CMII made a strong showing at XR Atlanta's AI and XR Lightning Talks last night! Professor of Practice Max Thomas explored ComfyUI, graduate student Robert Majoch delved into teleology in filmmaking, and Marketing Manager Nathan Archer examined how generative AI can reclaim silenced narratives. Check out these and other insightful 10-minute talks in the video below.

📊 4 in 5 teens believe #XR can change lives for the better! CMII was proud to host an XR Association workshop last fall, leading to key insights now published in this must-read report.