Shaping the future of film and television: The Arthur Smith Virtual Production Studio

Known for his pioneering career as one of Hollywood’s top television producers, RTA School of Media alum Arthur Smith has spent his life giving back to the community. Building on that legacy is the launch of the Arthur Smith Virtual Production Studio, a state-of-the-art space that will shape the next generation of creative talent and is setting the gold standard for what it means to be an industry-ready graduate.

“This studio is a testament to the power of reaching for your dreams and the impact of this institution. My time at the RTA School of Media – with great teachers and state-of-the-art equipment – prepared me for this wonderful career creating thousands of hours of television for audiences all over the world,” said Arthur Smith. “I envision this studio not just as a space for learning, but as a launchpad where young, hungry students can take flight towards a career in production. It’s a privilege to be able to support the place that helped shape me, and I’m so excited to see what these next generations of talent will create as the entertainment industry continues to evolve.”

The newly renamed Arthur Smith Virtual Production Studio enables students to create live multi-camera productions within virtual environments that closely resemble real scenes. These environments are crafted using interactive 3D gaming graphics software like Unreal Engine. The studio will also be integrated with other campus facilities, fostering collaboration among students from various disciplines to work together on productions.

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