International Digital Media and Arts Association

International Digital Media and Arts Association was formed by people who are considered to the pioneers of today.  They take risks and make new things happen. 

Created in 2004 the association is dedicated to serving anyone interested in digital media. Especially for those in digital media who like to think outside the box. 

iDMAa strives to provide not only recognition of those who have outstanding achievements in the digital media and arts, to provide not only national but also international leader ship to this field. The association provides a source of networking for those who are looking for work in this field.  It also provides a way for professionals to share knowledge teaching those who want to learn. 

Journals are also put out by iDMAa that delve into areas such as the concept of digital media as art. It is working to show people that digital media is also a form of art to those think of the digital media as just an intrusion into the art field.

iDMAa also holds a yearly conference with the last one being held in Laguna. It was a three-day conference featuring speakers from the industry as well as exhibitors focusing on the future of digital media industry.  The conference is for both those who are professionals in the field as well as students who want to learn more. 

Becoming a member of the association is easy. A membership fee varies according to if you are an individual or a group. The membership gives you access to a worldwide directory as well as contact information for those already successful in the field of digital media.

If the digital media is where your interest lies then it can benefit you to join the association where you can learn a lot from those who have been in the industry for years.

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Digital Media Arts Portfolio: Things Graduate Students should know

If you're considering advanced placement with Digital Media Arts Department, then it is important to consider what the department will expect to find in your portfolio. You may be from the same institution with students who have had advanced placement with the department, but each case is treated in a uniquely.

When it comes to Digital Media portfolio, consideration may not be made on the years you've taken on digital media courses or the institution you attended. What is most important is your ability to communicate ideas through different social media channels. Your portfolio is one of the decisive elements for your placement with the department.

As a student with the intention of taking up Digital Media, your portfolio should demonstrate a clear knowledge of formal design language. Your Digital Media portfolio should also show that you have the ability to use the different elements and principles of design. It should contain a clear juxtaposition of text and graphics and be clearly indicative of the fact that you can artistically use the different color attributes.

Digital Media portfolios for second year students should clearly show a progression of thought and skills presented through a compilation of different works. The student should be able to show different examples of work covering different media channels. If you want to specialize in a specific form of media, you will be expected to demonstrate skills in animation, graphic design, and game design with samples of well realized pieces. If your portfolio contains the above elements, you can be sure of getting advanced placement with most university in the US.