Games, Film, and Digital Media
Signature Research Area
Games, Film, and Digital Media
A multidisciplinary, entrepreneurial approach to digital media research and production.
7K
7,000 sq. ft. sound stage plus post-production sound mixing and color correction facility
1st
University to publish to Xbox One platform
1 of 3
Empire State Development-designated Digital Game Hubs
960
Video- and audio-related items students can check out and use through the School of Film and Animation
Multidisciplinary Research in VR/AR/MR/XR
Frameless Labs
Frameless Labs serves to bring attention to all research, innovation, and artistic creation in the fields of virtual and augmented reality at RIT. By providing symposia and an online space for the community of VR/AR makers at RIT to collaborate, Frameless Labs supports the growth of existing ventures and the inspiration of new projects and technology. Frameless Labs also serves to connect RIT ideas to the greater outside community of VR and AR thought leaders.
Related Degree Programs
- 3D Digital Design BFA
- Digital Humanities and Social Sciences BS
- Film and Animation BFA
- Film and Animation MFA
- Game Design and Development BS
(Accelerated dual degree available) - Game Design and Development MS
- Motion Picture Science BS
- New Media Design BFA
- New Media Interactive Development BS
- Visual Communication Design MFA
- Web and Mobile Computing BS
Latest News
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October 31, 2024
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RIT’s School of Film and Animation named among the top 50 best film schools by ‘TheWrap’
Unique program offerings, technological expertise, and cutting-edge facilities earned RIT’s School of Film and Animation another placement on a top film school ranking list this year. RIT placed 30th in TheWrap’s Top 50 Film Schools for 2024 list, marking the first year RIT was featured in this ranking.
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October 30, 2024
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Film students at RIT creating movie magic
Spectrum News speaks to Mari Jaye Blanchard, associate professor in the School of Film and Animation, about the talented and collaborative students in the animation program, following the school's recent recognition as one of the top 25 film schools in the U.S.
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October 25, 2024
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Inspired by teachers, RIT grad opens music studio to teach others
Travis Rankin’s passion for music led him to create the Rochester Music Lab, a vibrant space dedicated to music lessons and community outreach. With his studio, the SOIS alumnus aims to give back by offering opportunities for all ages to explore, learn, and connect through music.
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September 30, 2024
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Local developers celebrate gaming at RIT’s ROC Game Fest
WHAM-TV interviewed game developers and content creators at the 8th annual ROC Game Fest Sept. 28 at RIT’s MAGIC Spell Studios.
