Republic Polytechnic School of Technology for Arts, Media and Design

17/10/2026

🧸💚 What happens when design, technology and empathy come together?

For Lee Kai Jie (DDUX) and Sydney Seow (DDGG), alongside teammates from Singapore Polytechnic and Temasek Polytechnic, it became Mellow Monster - a project that earned 🏆 1st place at the BERNINA Design Challenge 2026 💕

Their winning concept combines a physical stress toy with MelMon, a digital companion app designed to support youth mental wellbeing. By tapping the toy's embedded NFC tag, users can access mood check-ins, gamified wellness streaks, community spaces and mental health resources.

More than just a competition-winning idea, Mellow Monster showcases how students from different disciplines can come together, learn from one another and turn a meaningful vision into a tangible experience.

Huge Congrats to Kai Jie, Sydney and their team on this outstanding achievement and for using creativity and innovation to make a positive impact. 🌟

16/10/2026

⏰ Happening Today at 4:30pm SGT

How do you stay creative in an AI-powered world?

Join Ken Hayashida, Lecturer at RP's School of Technology for Arts, Media and Design, as he shares how creators can harness AI tools while continuing to develop originality, craft and creative confidence.

Whether you're exploring AI for content creation, design, storytelling or to prep for GENflick 2026, this webinar will offer insights you can start applying immediately.

📅 Today!
🕟 4.30 PM
💻 Online via Zoom

🚀 Last chance to register: for.edu.sg/genflickwebinar16oct26

15/10/2026

💡 Great ideas matter. So do the tools that bring them to life.

As Adobe Digital Media Solutions Consulting Manager for Southeast Asia, Nelson John helps organisations and creators turn ideas into polished outputs using tools like Firefly, Adobe Express and Creative Cloud.

At tomorrow's webinar, he'll share practical insights into how AI can enhance creative workflows, boost productivity and help creators focus on what matters most: the ideas.

📅 Tomorrow | 16 Oct 2026 (Fri)
🕟 4.30 PM
💻 Zoom

🎟 Secure your spot: for.edu.sg/genflickwebinar16oct26

This webinar is part of the GENflick 2026 creator series, supporting aspiring storytellers and content creators exploring the future of AI-powered storytelling.
🎬 Ready to put your ideas into action?
Sign up for GENflick 2026 at for.edu.sg/genflick-register and turn your creativity into a microfilm in our 72-hour AI-powered storytelling challenge

14/10/2026

🚀 What happens when a filmmaker becomes an AI innovator?

Meet JAZE founder of GenTube.com and one of the minds behind AICON 2025 - World’s #1 AI Consumer Show His work spans generative film, viral content, virtual idols and next-generation creator tools, reaching millions of viewers across platforms.

Join Jaze as he shares how AI is reshaping creativity, content creation and the future of storytelling.

📅 16 Oct 2026 (Fri)
🕟 4.30 PM
💻 Online via Zoom

Register now: for.edu.sg/genflickwebinar16oct26

This webinar is part of the GENflick 2026 creator series, supporting aspiring storytellers and content creators exploring the future of AI-powered storytelling.
🎬 Ready to put your ideas into action?
Sign up for GENflick 2026 at for.edu.sg/genflick-register and turn your creativity into a microfilm in our 72-hour AI-powered storytelling challenge

13/10/2026

What happens when creative minds step out of the classroom and into one of the world's most dynamic cities? ✨

During this semester break, our Diploma in Digital Content Creation (DDCC) and Diploma in Sonic Arts (DSA) students headed to Beijing, China for a Student Overseas Trip filled with creativity, culture, and discovery 🌏 🇨🇳

From immersing themselves in Beijing's vibrant creative landscape to exploring new perspectives in content creation, media, and sound, students gained valuable insights that go far beyond the classroom 🎬 🎧💡

These experiences help shape future-ready creators, opening doors to new opportunities and wherever their passions take them 🚀



🎬 by DDCC Year 2 Hasbi & Chloe and DSA Year 2 Irfan

12/10/2026

🚀 Webinar #2: Turning AI into Your Competitive Advantage

Discover how to turn Gen AI into your competitive advantage, boost productivity, build smarter creative workflows, and create stronger ideas that stand out in GENflick and beyond. Learn how Gen AI can help you:

✅ Boost productivity
✅ Generate stronger ideas
✅ Build smarter creative workflows
✅ Gain an edge in school and at work

Hear insights from this panel:

Theresa Ong — Head of Creative Shop for ANZ, India and Southeast Asia, Meta
Jaze Phua - Founder, Gentube (www.gentube.com)
Nelson John - Manager, Solution Consulting for Southeast Asia, Adobe
Ken Hayashida - Lecturer & Gen AI Creator, RP STA

📅 Fri, 16 Oct 2026
🕟 4.30 PM
💻 Zoom, Register now:
for.edu.sg/genflickwebinar16oct26

10/10/2026

🌱 Celebrating the next generation of creative leaders.

We're proud to share that four STA students have been recognised as SEED Award recipients in 2026, with Liu Yin Rui Vincent named among the Top Ten SEED Award winners.

Congratulations also goes out to:
✨ Fitri Armaya Binte Jeffri
✨ Le Yi Manoharan
✨ Sofea Darwisyah binte Iskandar

The SEED Award recognises emerging design leaders who demonstrate qualities that will help them thrive beyond graduation, including leadership, collaboration, resilience and the ability to make a positive impact on others.

This achievement reflects not only creative excellence, but also the values and leadership potential that will shape the future of the design industry.

Congratulations to all four recipients. We're excited to see where your creativity, initiative and leadership will take you next.

Check out all SEED award winners here: seedaward.sg/dbcs-seed-award-winners/2026/

🌱

07/10/2026

🎉 Congratulations to STA's Tzang Merwyn Tong on being named a finalist for the President's Award for Teachers 2026.

An inspiring educator, mentor and storyteller, Tzang has made a lasting impact on students through filmmaking, digital content creation and the power of stories to create change.

Want to hear from him in person? Join us this Friday 9 Oct, for an exclusive webinar, where Tzang will be sharing his experiences and insights as one of our panel speakers. We look forward to seeing you there!

Discover how Singaporean and regional content producers can break into this fast-growing ecosystem, tap into new training opportunities, and help build a thriving microcontent community right here in Singapore.
Featuring industry experts from COL, FlareFlow 1-Minute Dramas, and Republic Polytechnic

Timothy Oh (General Manager & Global CMO, COL Group International)
Zeyu Liang (Head of Production & Executive Producer, COL Group International & FlareFlow)
Vanessa Lee (Head of Development, FlareFlow)
Tzang Merwyn Tong (Filmmaker & Specialist (Digital Content Creation) RP STA)

📅 Date: 09 October 2026 (Friday)
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM (Singapore Time)
💻 Format: Online via Zoom
Secure your virtual front row seat now:

zoom.us/meeting/register/-1lSYq7mSXG8wHM-xGN_yA #/registration

05/10/2026

Got hooked on vertical short-form videos lately? 📱🎬

What started as a massive content craze in China is officially taking over global and Western markets—and it's completely changing how we consume stories.
Join us as we team up with COL International for an exclusive webinar exploring the rise of Microdramas.

Discover how Singaporean and regional content producers can break into this fast-growing ecosystem, tap into new training opportunities, and help build a thriving microcontent community right here in Singapore.

Featuring industry experts from COL, FlareFlow 1-Minute Dramas, and Republic Polytechnic

Timothy Oh (General Manager & Global CMO, COL Group International)

Zeyu Liang (Head of Production & Executive Producer, COL Group International & FlareFlow)

Vanessa Lee (Head of Development, FlareFlow)

Tzang Merwyn Tong (Filmmaker & Senior Lecturer, RP STA)

📅 Date: 09 October 2026 (Friday)

⏰ Time: 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM (Singapore Time)

💻 Format: Online via Zoom

Secure your virtual front row seat now:

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: The Rise of Microdrama: What Can Singapore and Southeast Asia Learn from China's and America's Fastest-Growing Content Trend?. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

02/10/2026

✨ A Victory Day throwback ✨

Mid last month, our Diploma in Sonic Arts (DSA) students, supervised by Senior Lecturer Jackie Tay, celebrated the launch of Battlebox Enhanced Experience 2.0. Through sound design, Foley and Dolby Atmos mixing, they helped bring the Air Raid Room to life, adding atmosphere and emotional depth to the story of wartime Singapore.

As our Director of RP STA puts it: "Sound has the power to make history feel immediate and personal." This project gave our students the chance to apply their skills in a real-world setting while helping visitors connect more deeply with Singapore's history and reflect on the enduring value of peace. It is also a reminder of how creative technology can go beyond the classroom to help preserve heritage, foster reflection, and make