AME Institute 2025 Returns to Burbank: Empowering Creative Educators and Students Through Industry Innovation

Burbank, CA — June 25–27, 2025

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AME Institute Returns to Burbank for 2025 Annual Conference

The AME Institute, a leading nonprofit in Arts, Media, and Entertainment (AME) education, proudly returns to Burbank, California for its 2025 Annual Conference—an immersive, three-day experience bridging the gap between classrooms and California’s booming creative industries.

Hosted at the Los Angeles Marriott Burbank Airport Convention Center and Woodbury University, this year’s AME Institute will once again be the ultimate destination for AME educators, industry professionals, and creative partners seeking to build a more connected and career-ready future for students.

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Why Attend the 2025 AME Institute Burbank?

Designed for teachers and professionals working at the intersection of education and entertainment, the AME Institute offers an unmatched lineup of hands-on training, industry engagement, and career-connected learning that supports California’s next generation of creative talent.

 

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Software Training with Industry Tools

Learn from the pros with immersive, certification-aligned bootcamps and breakout sessions featuring tools from top industry leaders like:

Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills or expand your curriculum, these workshops offer practical experience with the tools driving Hollywood, game design, animation, and digital storytelling.

 

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AME Field Trips: Go Beyond the Classroom

One of the most anticipated parts of the conference, AME Field Trips take you straight into the studios and production spaces of the world’s most influential creative companies. This year’s partners include:

  • Disney
  • Sony Pictures Entertainment
  • Warner Brothers Discovery
  • Dolby
  • Ableton
  • Volt
  • Anonymous Studio

These exclusive, behind-the-scenes experiences give educators first-hand access to studio tours, interactive panels, and real-world project insights—custom-tailored to bring industry relevance directly into the classroom.

 

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New This Year: “AME is Everywhere” Live Podcast

Join live recordings of the brand-new “AME is Everywhere” Podcast, presented by Soundtrap for Education. This inspiring series highlights how AME-aligned skills translate to real-world creative success—from animation studios and music production labs to interactive media and beyond. Don’t miss these candid conversations with the changemakers shaping the future of creative innovation.

 

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Meet the Future: Sony AME Ambassador Program

The Sony AME Ambassador Program returns in 2025, selecting 20 high school students through a competitive application to become youth ambassadors at the conference. These future creatives gain:

  • Direct access to professionals and mentors
  • Real-world exposure to industry-standard workflows
  • Special events like “Lunch & Learn” career panels
  • Potential paid work opportunities in the creative sector

It’s more than a student program—it’s a career launchpad rooted in equity, readiness, and mentorship.

 

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About the AME Institute

The AME Institute is on a mission to prepare all students—especially those furthest from opportunity—for thriving careers in California’s creative economy. By empowering educators with the latest tools, strategies, and networks, the Institute builds a more inclusive, innovative future for digital media, performing arts, film production, animation, and more.

 

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Major sponsors include:
Adobe, Dolby, Sony Pictures Entertainment, California Film Commission, Snap Foundation, Toon Boom, Soundtrap, Visit Burbank, Wacom, and Woodbury University.

 

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Save the Date & Register Now!

Whether you’re a seasoned AME educator or just beginning your journey, the 2025 AME Institute Burbank is your must-attend event for career-connected learning, professional development, and creative inspiration.

Registration, field trip info, and travel details available now at www.ameinstitute.org

 

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