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MediBang Partners with SBS Academy

In a significant move to promote creativity and education in digital content, MediBang, a leading Japanese company headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with SBS Academy of Game, one of the major educational institutions in South Korea. With over 100 million downloads worldwide, MediBang Paint, the company's flagship painting application, aims to empower creators globally with its mission to make everyone a creator.


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The partnership promises to enhance the educational landscape in South Korea, where SBS Academy operates 14 campuses nationwide. This collaboration will pave the way for developing a tailored curriculum that combines MediBang's technology and SBS Academy's educational expertise. The goal is to provide students with effective learning pathways in illustration and webtoon production, regardless of their skill level, from beginners to professionals.

Key Elements of the Partnership

Development of Curriculum

The partnership will focus on creating specialized courses utilizing MediBang Paint to teach students the intricacies of digital illustration and webtoon creation. The curriculum aims to leverage SBS Academy's industry insights to equip students with a robust set of skills that will be essential for their future careers in the digital arts. With the increasing demand for high-quality digital content, the collaboration seeks to ensure that students are well-prepared for the challenges of the creative industry.

Joint Competitions

MediBang and SBS Academy plan to host competitions that will provide a platform for student creators to showcase their talents. These contests will highlight illustrations and webtoon works, incentivizing participants with prizes such as cash rewards, premium packages of MediBang Paint, and exclusive opportunities to visit renowned content companies in Japan. This initiative aims to build a vibrant community of young artists and encourage networking opportunities that could lead to successful careers in the creative field.

Employment Support for Students

Recognizing South Korea's strong position in the global digital content industry, the collaboration will also focus on helping SBS Academy graduates connect with opportunities in the Japanese content market. The partnership aims to bridge the gap between talented creators from SBS Academy and MediBang's extensive domestic network, fostering a future where these creators can thrive and contribute to the growth of digital content in both countries.

About SBS Academy of Game

SBS Academy is dedicated to training the next generation of talent for the gaming and content industries. With a commitment to delivering cutting-edge education, the academy offers programs in game design, programming, graphic design, webtoons, and more across its campuses. The institution emphasizes practical experience, supporting students with various industry collaborations and real-world projects designed to enhance their skills.

For more information, visit SBS Academy's official website and follow them on their Instagram and YouTube.

About MediBang

MediBang is dedicated to making creativity accessible to everyone, developing and managing various creator-focused services such as MediBang Paint, ART street, and the official Jump manga creation software. These tools are aimed at artists and writers seeking to bring their ideas to life.

To learn more about MediBang, visit their official website and follow them on Instagram and YouTube.

Contact Information

For media inquiries, please reach out to MediBang's Public Relations:

• - Email: [email protected]
• - Phone: 03-6416-9114