Abstract

"Heroes" is a series of designer toys that were designed for my future business called "T-Model." This project aims to create new types of designer toys to see how effective they can be in promoting an original business and how powerful they can be in presenting with current digital media. The "Heroes" series is inspired by simple human-like characters such as "Lego," "Mr. Potato Head," and "Kidrobot." This toy series consists of three different kinds of models representing different time periods, countries, and historical figures.

This project is divided into three major steps: 3D character design, three motion graphic pieces, and DVD publishing. First, I created three character prototypes with unique patterns to represent their personalities and backgrounds. I also designed their weapons and outfits to show their distinctive features. For the second step, I designed three different promotional videos to introduce each toy model. The final step is to publish the videos in a DVD format, and submit them to toy stores or potential buyers.

The final presentation exhibits three motion graphic pieces, and each piece is no longer than 45 seconds. These videos are mainly focused on promoting my three designer toys and my future business "T-Model." I expect that this project will be the cornerstone of the "T-Model" studio.

Library of Congress Subject Headings

Character toys--Design; Character toys--Marketing; Action figures (Toys)--Design; Action figures (Toys)--Marketing; Computer graphics--Design; Interactive multimedia--Design

Publication Date

10-14-2014

Document Type

Thesis

Student Type

Graduate

Degree Name

Computer Graphics Design (MFA)

Department, Program, or Center

School of Design (CIAS)

Advisor

Dan DeLuna

Advisor/Committee Member

Chris Jackson

Advisor/Committee Member

Shaun Foster

Comments

Physical copy available from RIT's Wallace Library at NK9509.95.C43 C436 2014

Campus

RIT – Main Campus

Plan Codes

VISCOM-MFA

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