Techno College's New School Ad Features Student Performers in Short Stories

Techno College Presents Engaging New Commercial

In an exciting initiative, Tokyo's Techno College has recently released a dynamic web commercial featuring its very own students from the Voice Acting and Theater Department. Designed to be broadcasted primarily on social media platforms, the new commercial is aimed at helping students facing uncertainty about their career paths. This innovative ad unfolds as a short story, showcasing the unique features of Techno College.

Two talented students were chosen through a competitive audition process to portray high school students grappling with their future decisions. They engage in a fast-paced dialogue with a professional actor who plays the role of a magical advisor. The ad not only emphasizes the creativity within the educational environment at Techno College but also demonstrates the inherent qualities of the institution that can guide students towards a successful future.

Viewers can catch the completed advertisements on YouTube:

About the Production

Techno College, which encompasses 30 specialized fields within a single campus, actively collaborates with businesses and local authorities to embody the essence of “working in society” through practical training. This web commercial project was structured as a drama-driven narrative, prompting the need for auditions. Students from the Voice Acting and Theater Department competed alongside professional actors and talents, aiming to secure roles in this unique production.

In a landmark achievement, one male and one female student were selected to represent the high schoolers in the commercials. While students had previously engaged with technical aspects such as video editing and sound recording as part of their training, this marks the first occasion where students acted as performers in a college-produced advertisement. The filming day proved to be an exhilarating experience, providing them with a glimpse into the real-world environments of their aspiring careers, despite the pressures of working with industry professionals.

Featured Performers

- Magical Advisor: Momoyo Ogura (Michel Entertainment Inc.)
- Student A [University Course]: Taiga Matsuda, 3rd Year, Voice Acting and Theater Major
- Student B [W Major Course]: Saya Hino, 2nd Year, Voice Acting and Theater Major

Production and Advertising Companies

- Production Company: Second Lab Inc.
- Advertising Company: Border Rhythm Inc.

Insights into Techno College's University Course

Techno College provides an extensive curriculum including programs in entertainment and creative arts, sports and education, as well as engineering and information technologies through its Tokyo Institute of Technology. The college also features a specialized “University Course” that allows students to earn a bachelor's degree alongside vocational training in their respective fields.

Additionally, students have the opportunity to select different fields during their third and fourth years under the “W Major System,” thus broadening their understanding and enhancing their learning experiences, ultimately aligning with personal career aspirations.