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  • SYNTHÈSE - Pôle Image Québec

SYNTHÈSE fosters the growth and development of leading-edge expertise in computer graphics and promotes cooperation among artists, students, and professionals working in Québec’s digital creation industry.

  • Our mission

SYNTHÈSE aims to address training and educational challenges in computer graphics by promoting synergies among private companies, CÉGEPS, universities, and researchers across Québec using forward-looking, practical initiatives.

Founded by Québec’s department of education and higher education (Ministère de l’Éducation et de l’Enseignement supérieur—MEES) in 2018, it is the mission of SYNTHÈSE to stimulate and accelerate training and education in computer graphics.

  • Our vision

SYNTHÈSE ensures that Québec has the human resources with the skills and training that computer graphics businesses and researchers require to thrive.

Our targeted sectors are:

  • Video games
  • Animated film and Visual effects
  • Immersive experiences

including:

  • 2D and 3D animation
  • 2D and 3D simulation
  • Virtual and augmented reality
  • Immersive installations.

  • Orientations and main objectives

  • Contribute to improving training programs and promoting their value among private companies.
  • Monitor and inform the SYNTHÈSE ecosystem about occupational transformations in various sectors.
  • Encourage synergies between researchers and the industry and promote established and developing research initiatives.
  • Stimulate interest among young people in various programs and careers in sectors targeted by SYNTHÈSE.
  • Serve as a virtual and physical showcase to enhance the visibility of the SYNTHÈSE ecosystem and allow stakeholders to pool resources, come together, and mobilize.
Read our 2019–2021 Strategic Plan (in French only)

  • Strategic partners

→ Teaching institutions

SYNTHÈSE fosters collaboration, promotes excellence in CÉGEP and university programs, and encourages continuing education vital to the industry.

→ Researchers

SYNTHÈSE stimulates and fosters collaboration between researchers and professionals in order to develop innovative projects and increase the visibility of CÉGEP and university research projects.

→ Businesses

SYNTHÈSE addresses changing needs in computer graphics careers and human resource development.

  • Our ecosystem

Synergy among industry stakeholders, educators, researchers, and creators is our key concern.

  • The SYNTHÈSE team and its committees

Supported by a team of dedicated partners, SYNTHÈSE is well-equipped to address future challenges in the fields of film and TV visual effects, video games, and immersive experiences. Discover the members of the SYNTHÈSE staff and its various committees.

→ SYNTHÈSE staff

→ Governing Committee

→ Skills and Careers Committee

→ Educational Committee

Brigitte Monneau, SYNTHÈSE's Executive Director

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