Welcome to the Next Level: The Sisler CREATE IDM Post-High Program

Are you interested in coding/game design or creating 3D environments/animations?

The Sisler CREATE Post-High IDM program gets you hands-on experience with pro software, real projects, and guidance from industry pros. Dive into the world of Interactive Digital Media by choosing to specialize in the Game Design or 3D Animation Stream!

Sisler CREATE is a free 1-year program designed to help you develop your skills, grow your portfolio, and get job-ready for the industry and/or secondary education! Apply now and start creating the digital portfolio of your dreams.

HOW TO APPLY

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

New Media Manitoba Mentorship: Weekly training using Unreal Engine at NMM’s StudioLab xR.

Industry Mentorship: IDM students are mentored by industry professionals throughout the year to develop their skills and navigate real projects from start to finish.

Industry Access: The IDM cohort visits studios and schools each year to strengthen our students’ connections with industry and learn more about pursuing a creative career. Previous years have included trips to Montreal, Toronto, and Vancouver to visit institutions such as Ubisoft, EA, Jam Filled, Think Tank, Toronto Film School, and Vancouver Film School.

Skills Canada: Students compete annually in the Skills Manitoba competitions. Some of our students have gone on to compete nationally at Skills Canada!

APPLY TO THE IDM POST-HIGH PROGRAM:

Note: The application form requires a link to your portfolio. Please see the portfolio requirements listed at the bottom of this website.

PORTFOLIO REQUIREMENTS:

Instructions

1. Set up your portfolio (including sharing with the appropriate people)

2 (a). Complete the portfolio requirements for Game Design

OR

2 (b). Complete the portfolio requirements for 3D

    Please note that we will be assessing the ability of applicants to follow instructions and pay attention to details. Please read and follow the portfolio instructions.

    1. Set up your portfolio

    1. Create a Google Drive folder and title it: [Your First Name] [Your Last Name] – 2027-28 Portfolio
    2. Share the folder with jrempelsmith@wsd1.org (view access only)
    3. Inside your shared folder, create the following subfolders:
      • Part A: Written
      • Part B: Showcase
      • Part C: Letter of Reference
        • Note: These folders can be empty at the time you apply. However, you should have everything for your portfolio uploaded before the application deadline.
    4. To share your Portfolio Google Drive folder using a link, you’ll first need to go to your Google Drive. Then, right-click on the [First Name] [Last Name] 2026-27 Portfolio folder, you want to share, click “Share,” and choose the sharing method – choose “Anyone with the link,” anyone who clicks on the generated link will be able to have View access the folder. After selecting the sharing method, you can “Copy link” and share it with us.
    5. Submit this link to the Post-High Application Form.

    2 (a). Game Design Portfolio Requirements

    Part A: Written

    Respond to the following prompts in a short written piece (250-400 words):

    • Why have you chosen to apply for CREATE’s Interactive Digital Media program? How does it fit with your future goals?
    • What aspect of game design are you most passionate about? Explain.

    Part B: Showcase

    Submit three pieces of your work that best showcase your skills:

    • three segments of code (with an explanation of their context and purpose)

    OR

    • three game assets (artwork, models, animations, sound, etc.)

    OR

    • a combination of 3 segments of code and game assets

    Part C: Letter of Reference

    • Please include a letter of reference from your teacher, preferably a teacher who has taught you in the area you are applying for, e.g., computer science or IDM. If you have no teacher who taught you those subjects, please select a teacher who has known you for at least two years and can attest to your work ethic and habits.

    2 (b). 3D Portfolio Requirements

    Part A: Written

    Respond to the following prompts in a short written piece (250-400 words):

    • Why have you chosen to apply for CREATE’s Interactive Digital Media program? How does it fit with your future goals?
    • What aspect of 3D are you most passionate about? Explain.

    Part B: Showcase

    • Submit 5 pieces of work that best showcase your creative skills. The work should be all in based on 3D art which can include models, animations, and assets.

    Part C: Letter of Reference

    • Please include a letter of reference from your teacher preferably a teacher who has taught you in the area you are applying for i.e. IDM, art, asset creation, game design.  If you have no teacher who taught you those subjects, please select a teacher who has known you for 2 years and can attest to your work ethic and habits.