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TA Night Year-End Party: A Focus on Technical Artists

On December 11, 2025, Creek and River Co. will hold the "TA Night Year-End Party" at their headquarters in Shimbashi, Tokyo. This event focuses on Technical Artists (TAs), modeling, and animation professionals in the gaming industry. As a platform for learning and networking, the event promises to share insights gained from years of growth within the team.

Event Overview

The event titled "TA Night Year-End Party: The Evolution of TAs and Communication Techniques That Drive the Field" will feature talks from industry veterans and rising stars within the COYOTE TECHNICAL ART TEAM—Nobukazu Nakabayashi (Senior TA) and Ken Miyagawa (Director). They will discuss the concept of the "super TA" while offering practical perspectives on teamwork and improving communication to achieve tangible results in the workplace.

Key Sessions

Session 1: History and Future of Technical Artists

Speaker: Nobukazu Nakabayashi
Discusses the origins of the 'super TA' idea and the importance of carving out domains previously unexplored in the 1990s.
Examines the impact of industry scale and specialization, along with the redistribution of work among artists.
Highlights the evolving role of TAs and how they can pioneer uncharted territories.

Session 2: Techniques and Communication for Success

Speaker: Ken Miyagawa
Shares insights gained during his first five years as a TA, emphasizing that technical skills are just part of the whole picture.
Stresses the value of identifying problems and finding solutions within team dynamics.
Discusses what it takes to be valuable in your work as a TA, from mindset to project engagement.

Why Attend?

This event offers an unparalleled opportunity for TAs to connect with like-minded professionals, gain insights from experienced speakers, and enhance their communication and technical skills. With a limited capacity of 50 attendees, early registration is essential.

Event Details

• - Date: December 11, 2025
• - Time: 19:30 - 21:30
• - Location: Creek and River Co. Headquarters, 5th Floor Communication Space, Shimbashi, Tokyo
• - Fee: General: ¥2,000; Students: ¥1,000
• - Registration Deadline: December 5, 2025, 13:00

Target Audience

• - Technical Artists
• - 3D Designers/3D Modelers/Animators
• - Anyone involved in game development or CG work
• - Students curious about the career path of Technical Artists

Registration and Contact

Reserve your space now to ensure you don't miss this exciting opportunity to network and learn. All registrants will receive confirmation via email. Registration details can be found here.

For any inquiries regarding the seminar, please contact the TA Night Operations Team at [email protected].

About Creek and River Co.

Since its establishment in 1990, Creek and River Co. has pioneered creator entrepreneurship. Focusing on professionals in areas such as video, games, web, advertising, and publishing, they aim to enhance the lifelong value of professionals. Their continued commitment to creating an environment for creators to thrive is evident through various educational initiatives and programs.

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For additional inquiries or to learn more about Creek and River Co., visit their website.