About RISE

Where ambition meets opportunity

RISE is the ultimate industry-led learning experience, connecting students with real-world projects from top game, animation, and VFX studios.

Designed to bridge the gap between education and employment, RISE equips students with practical skills, industry experience, and boosts their employability, helping get them job ready for careers in the creative industries. 

What is NextGen RISE?

A vision for the future of Creative Education

Bridging the gap

NextGen RISE was created to bridge the gap between education and employment in the creative industries. Many students have solid technical knowledge but lack hands-on experience, making it harder to enter the industry. At the same time, employers struggle to find job-ready talent.


RISE is the solution - a dynamic learning platform connecting students with real industry projects, helping them gain the employability  skills and experience they need to succeed.

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Built with industry, for industry

Developed with Tom Box, Co-Founder of Blue Zoo Animation Studio, RISE replicates real studio tools and workflows in one platform. Students tackle industry-written briefs, work on team-based projects, and receive expert feedback, all while supported by experienced tutors and career coaches.

This hands-on approach builds technical and essential employability skills, making students more competitive in the job market.

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From campus to career

RISE isn’t just about learning - it’s about launching careers. Students gain real-world experience, develop key employability skills, and connect with industry professionals.

For educators, RISE seamlessly integrates industry training into the curriculum without extra admin. For employers, it helps them take control of their talent pipeline and provides access to diverse, job-ready talent.

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Shaping the future of creative talent

With over a decade of expertise in creative vocational education, NextGen is redefining industry-focused learning.

By bringing education and employers closer together with RISE, we’re helping students turn their passion into successful careers.

Be part of the journey. Step into RISE and unlock the future of creative learning.

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Igniting futures. Nurturing creativity.

Explore how RISE supports educators, students, employers, and skills bootcamps.

RISE for Educators

Enhance your curriculum and empower your students for industry success

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RISE for Employers

Take control of your talent pipeline and inspire the next generation of creatives.

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RISE for Students

Get ready for your future. RISE helps you stand out with real industry skills and experience.

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RISE for Funders

Empower talent and bridge the skills gap in high-growth digital industries.

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Powered by NextGen

NextGen’s core mission since our inception in 2014 has been to bridge the gap between education and industry for students that are interested in moving into careers in games, animation or VFX. 

We’re experts in creating and delivering impactful training for both students and students. RISE is the ultimate creative studio learning experience, and the latest cutting-edge addition to the NextGen portfolio.

NextGen serves as the intermediary for all RISE projects, facilitating seamless collaboration between students, educators, and employers. 

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