Mitchel Kline

"I enrolled in Vertex to boost my portfolio and learn how to use 3D programs professionally. One of my college professors had taken classes at Vertex in the past. When I asked him what he’d recommend I do after school to continue to refine my portfolio, he highly recommended Vertex.

The Game Art Program has been so helpful! I’m surprised I was able to do so much in a relatively short amount of time. It’s sped up my process so much!

Everyone has been so kind and given great critique and advice. I’ve grown so much in such a short time.

I don’t think I’d have the job I have now without Vertex School!

 After Graduating from Vertex: Unreal Generalist at Shiloh & Bros

Nicolas Bortone

"My mentor, Andrew, was extremely helpful. He's a great mentor and amazing person, always has useful feedback and spot-on criticism.

Vertex School was a great experience! I love the fact that you have a limited amount of time to complete your projects, so you need to learn to keep the scope within your abilities.

The fact that we get invaluable feedback from capable mentors is absolutely essential.
Also, making friends along the way for me is important.

 After Graduating from Vertex: Sr. Environment - Technical artist at SPARQ Enterprises

Ezio X 

"There are many passionate and professional game industry professionals at Vertex School, so whether you’re looking to change careers or improve your 3D skills, this is an excellent place to start. It’s no exaggeration to say that Vertex School graduates may know more about modeling than university professors. Everyone is very friendly.

I decided to join Vertex School because, after six years of self-learning, I realized that I needed more structured, industry-focused training to reach a professional production level.

I learned a lot about game-ready workflow and Unreal Engine."

After Graduating from Vertex: 3D Artist at Dekogon

Ranjini Biswas 

"Throughout my time in the Game Art Program, I've learned so much, and the mentors have been exceptionally supportive and guiding. Their assistance extends far beyond class hours; they're always available whenever I need help, and their dedication to our artwork feels as if it's their own. They push us to our limits, encouraging us to produce our best work yet.

It's been a magical journey for me, and for anyone eager to learn, this is undoubtedly the best place to be. The mentors are industry professionals who provide invaluable guidance on what's truly essential to secure the best job opportunities in the industry.

Special mention to Paul Layton, Jacob Claussen, and Salvador Sánchez."

Jan Wojtkowski

"Almost exactly a year ago, I left my Software Engineering job to pursue a new path.

Now, I’m excited to present the result of the last 10 months of studying at Vertex School, summarized through the game-focused projects I created during that time. It’s been an intense but incredibly rewarding journey filled with learning, challenges, and growth both technically and creatively.

A huge thank you to my mentors and tutors: Jacob Claussen, Cairo Goodbrand, Tiger Chuiqing Yang, and Brad Saliga  - for all the guidance, feedback, and support along the way."

Antonella Pelaia

"This is my term 2 project for the Vertex School Game Art Program, inspired by Assassin's Creed Odyssey. I wanted to replicate the look and feel of some of my favorite areas of the game.

Made in Maya and Unreal 5, with some of the textures in Substance and the wood Trim in Zbrush, it was such a great and fun challenge.

Special thanks to my mentor Jacob Claussen for his invaluable guidance along the way, Stefan Oprisan and Ranjini Biswas's precious feedback, and Salvador Sánchez's great sessions."