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Integrating Virtual Production Technology Into Your Curriculum
Monday April 20, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am PDT
W310
The use of game engines, like Unreal, motion capture, camera tracking and LED volumes have changed the way the creative industries produce content and tell stories. As this technology filters down from large studios to everyday production houses, colleges and universities may still struggle with integrating virtual production into media curricula. This panel features strategies and best practices for getting started in virtual production, even on a budget.
Moderator: Gregory D. Newton, Ohio University
Panelists: Brian Plow, Ohio University
Kevin Burke, University of Cincinnati
Brian Mehrens, Southern Missouri State University
Richard Grunberg, Toronto Metropolitan University
Tommy Ting, Toronto Metropolitan University

Moderators
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Gregory Newton

Associate Dean, Graduate College, Ohio University
Speakers
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Kevin Burke

Professor and Division Head, University of Cincinnati
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Richard Grunberg

Toronto Metropolitan University
Richard (“Rick”) Grunberg remains an active and influential figure in the production and advanced education community, with more than thirty years of experience as an award-winning creative and technical professional. His academic background includes studies in Engineering, a BA from the RTA School of Media... Read More →
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Brian Plow

Associate Professor, Ohio University
Brian Plow is on the faculty at the Scripps College of Communication at Ohio University, teaching documentary and narrative filmmaking, with strong emphases on storytelling, technology and community engagement.  In 2020, Brian co-founded the Digital Cinema Initiative. Through the... Read More →
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Brian Mehrens

Missouri Southern State University
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Tommy Ting

Toronto Metropolitan University
Tommy Ting is an Assistant Professor at Toronto Metropolitan University, where he teaches filmmaking and virtual production through his research in emerging technology, storytelling and worldbuilding. Prior to joining TMU, Ting held product management and technical production roles... Read More →
Monday April 20, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am PDT
W310
  Interactive Media & Emerging Technologies, Teaching Techniques/Tips & Educational Programs |   BEA, Teaching Techniques/Tips & Educational Programs |   New Faculty & Graduate Student Spotlight, Teaching Techniques/Tips & Educational Programs

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