Play our Trainees Endless Runner Games now!!

Check out these awesome Endless Runner Games, created by our Trainees!

This Game, Designed by Islam, is seriously addictive, so watch out! A must play!

Yami's Resurrection was designed by Ellie Vong, a female Games Design Trainee at ELAM. The detail in this game is quite impressive! Check it out now!

In this game you play as a Thief, On your journey through the huge Darkwood Forest which you use as your hideout and way to travel between cities. Nocturnal, one of the Nine Divines has cursed you, rendering you small. However, your small size made it easier to infiltrate buildings, making you the best thief in the land.

This Game was designed by Justinas Grigas, CEO of Sigma Games. 

Cartoon Dash is a game about a Homeless Boy who tries to rob someones house but gets caught and now needs to escape! This Game was designed by Muhammad Abdeel. Play it now!

Play Running Operator Now! Designed by ELAM Trainee, Christopher Halliday! This one is quite difficult, so make sure you comment your score below!

R12 by Nahidd Uddin is a very creative and unique Endless Runner Game. The talented Games Design student has included a grappling hook which is a really fun addition. Play now!

This Game, designed by Steven Hoang, has a 'Cops and Robbers' Theme which is strangely addictive! It's sleek design and well placed traps make for a wonderful experience!

In this Game, you play as Trip the Duck, who is trying to return to his Family and put a stop to his never ending nightmare. A Brilliant game designed by Shueb Islam!

This Game, created by George De'ath, is more of an 'Endless Swimmer' game! Play now for free!

If you like Space and Shooting, then this is the endless runner for you! This one is seriously addictive, play now!

Trainee in Focus 03: Colette Njoteh

This weeks 'Trainee' in Focus looks at Colette Njoteh, a current Film and TV Trainee and aspiring Director. We had a chat with her to find out more about her world!

What do you do?

I am an aspiring Director and Film and TV Trainee at ELAM. At the moment I am working on Music Videos for some Music Trainees, which has been really enjoyable. I am constantly drawing random things such as buildings, which gives me a lot of inspiration for Film Concepts. I also recently went to the BBC to check out their facilities. I wrote an article on my experience. It gave me a great insight into how I can help them in the future.

Why did you start Film and TV?

My passion for Film and TV started whilst taking pictures for my Art GCSE coursework. I loved how intimate and interesting these pictures where. They sparked a real interest in Film for me.

Also, my dad would take me to the cinema every weekend when I was younger. I always enjoyed these films and had a desire to make films that were similar. I now really enjoy portraying my visions through Film.

What are your aspirations?

I want to be a Successful Director. By that I mean I want to make films that make people laugh and make people happy. I want to give the audience a similar feeling that I had when my Dad took me the cinema. Hearing everyone laugh together is something I wish to recreate with my Films.

I would also love to  work on a Disney Film in the future as I absolutely love them!!

Trainee In focus 02: Lauren Metcalf

Our Next Trainee in Focus looks at Lauren Metcalf, an aspiring Concept Artist and current ELAM Trainee on the Games Design Course. We had a talk with her in order to learn more about her world:

What do you do?

"I am a Games Design Trainee at ELAM and an aspiring artistic director. I can always be find drawing in my sketchbook when I'm free as it is my passion.  I spend most of my time gaming, drawing, coding and looking after my pet snake. I have learned a lot about programming whilst being at ELAM which has helped my overall game massively."

Why did you start Games Design?

"I started Games Design solely because of one game, Bastian, by Supergiant Games. It was so beautifully designed! The sole reason why this game got me into game design and the reason why I'm in ELAM today is due to the art. It caught my eye and inspired me to be where I am today."

What are your aspirations?

"My aspirations are to work in the gaming industry as a Concept Artist or Artistic Director. I want to make games that inspire others and make people happy. I believe games to be another world, a place to enjoy yourself and de-stress. To be the one who creates these worlds that people can immerse themselves in is a dream of mine and one that I am determined to make a reality."

“ELAM has surrounded me with the perfect facilities and people to excel in the Games Design Industry”

— Lauren Metcalf

Sylvia Young Theatre School visit a massive success!

Last Week we visited Sylvia Young Theatre school to speak to students about what ELAM has to offer. One student had this to say about the experience:

"'Last Thursday ELAM college came to speak to some interested students about what they have to offer. Their courses are Film & Media, Music and Games Design. The head and a former student who now works at ELAM came to speak about their courses and their past/present student successes which were incredible! The reason why ELAM is my first choice is due to how connected with the industry they are. It’s unbelievable to see how many big companies/record labels and artists support the college. Something else I loved was the work experience. If you’re on the music course for example, ELAM sends you to a company such as Warner Music, Universal, Sony etc to learn from and even be noticed by the best! Something I know all parents will be happy to hear is that it is compulsory to take maths or English A LEVEL, which I admit I’m sure will come in handy!'

A huge thank you to Sylvia Young, we thoroughly enjoyed being in your wonderful building, surrounded by such amazing students!

Games, Film & TV Newsletter 29/11/16

News: 

Fantastic Beasts is the UK's number one film. Having made £8.8m at the weekend's box office.

Emily Blunt's character has been written out of Sicario 2, the sequel to the Academy Award nominated 2015 film.

Has Luke Skywalker's first line in next Star Wars film (Episode VIII) just been revealed?

Games Industry trade body UKIE has called on the government to help Britain become an 'eSports powerhouse'

Is the Nintendo Switch launch title going to see the cast of Super Mario in the world of Raving Rabbids? According to this video that Ubisoft released...it might well be.

Think you're a committed gamer? This guy has just hit 'Max Level' on overwatch after 6 months of non-stop play putting in an estimated 1700 hours worth of gameplay.

Trailers:

Extra Credit Reading:

Can video games recreate life in a conflict-ridden city?

Why aren't there more interracial relationships on screen?

Final word:

If you're looking for a film to watch this week, why not try out Jim Jarmusch's new film Paterson, starring Adam Driver as a small-town bus driver with an interest in composing poetry. It has a warm heart and a low-key vibe that makes for very comforting viewing.