entertainment design module tests
Pursue a career in the fastest-growing fields in the arts, where you’ll design interactive spaces, moments and environments that bring audiences together.
Design for the future through Moore’s new Entertainment Design major, where immersive storytelling and creative technology come together, equipping you to transform reality. You’ll create interactive environments and live experiences for museums, exhibitions, themed spaces and events while building skills across animation, film, graphic design and interior design. You’ll also explore approaches like motion capture techniques, wearable technology, and extended realities like projection mapping, augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR).
Moore’s nationally recognized museum partner and neighbor, The Franklin Institute, gives you a top-tier entertainment design experience with insight behind the scenes (more below!). With all the benefits of interdisciplinary coursework, access to advanced creative facilities and faculty working in the field, you’ll graduate ready to lead in entertainment arts and experiential media.
Why Choose Entertainment Design?
- Innovation: The future of entertainment is expanding quickly. According to Polaris Market Research, the immersive entertainment industry is projected to grow at an average rate of 26.3% through 2034, driven by a growing demand for engaging, experience-driven content. That growth means expanding career paths, advancing technology and more chances to shape how people experience the world.
- Place-Based Advantage: Entertainment Design majors thrive in large cities like Philadelphia, where world-class museums, live event spaces, a strong sports culture and easy access to East Coast creative hubs create constant opportunities to learn from your environment.
- Interdisciplinary Learning: Your coursework blends Entertainment Design with foundational skills in interior design, graphic design, fine arts and more.
hands-on learning at a top science museum
Entertainment Design students receive exclusive opportunities to learn in real industry settings at The Franklin Institute, one of the leading science museums in the country. The collaboration gives students insight into how large-scale exhibits and public experiences are designed on a professional scale. As one of the College’s neighbors and key industry partners, the institute provides mentorship, access to exhibition spaces and practical opportunities, including project-based coursework and the chance to compete for a paid summer fellowship.meet the department head
Juan Parada, a designer and educator with decades of experience, leads Moore’s Entertainment Design major with a focus on technology and its creative applications.
Before joining Moore, Parada advanced digital initiatives for media organizations like The New York Times, NBC and Univision. He also leads his own firm, where he blends design and STEM to create innovative digital solutions for clients in healthcare, media and beyond. Alongside his industry work, he has spent decades teaching across disciplines in higher education.
In the classroom, Parada emphasizes adaptable skills like systems thinking, collaboration and creative problem-solving to prepare students for success in a rapidly evolving industry.
in our own words
“I chose Entertainment Design because I love getting to be hands-on in the process of making something people can physically interact with. This work excites me because I get to use the digital world to bring things to life.”
why choose entertainment design?
Your degree opens doors to a career in entertainment design with skills that set you apart for roles like these:
- Immersive Experience Designer
- Set Designer
- Theme Park Designer
- VR/AR Artist
- Game Art Developer
- Creative Director
- Concept Designer/Artist
- UX Designer/Artist
- Storyboard Artist
- Art Director
fine arts core curriculum
· Video Art: Explore artistic techniques through film and audio.
· Worldbuilding: Develop rich storytelling abilities with the power of your imagination.
· 3D Modeling: Use state-of-the-art software to turn your ideas into dynamic models and designs.
· Business Principles and Practices: Learn core management skills and gain professional knowledge that will help you land your dream job.
