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Escape Studios partners with Epic Games and leading European animation schools to deliver world’s largest training programme in Unreal Engine
Mark Flanagan, Education Partner Manager, Epic Games said: “The Summer of Unreal is an incredible opportunity that is open to professionals in animation and VFX all across Europe, and we couldn’t be happier to invite the industry to participate. Escape Studios is a wonderful partner who, along with a number of Europe’s best animation schools, are running this programme, which is set to be the biggest Unreal Engine training that we’ve undertaken to date. We’re excited to help all learners find new ways to tell awesome stories and express their creativity using Unreal Engine.”
Saint Walker, Deputy Dean of Escape Studios, said: “The Summer of Unreal is a fantastic opportunity for animation and 3D CGI professionals across Europe to discover more about the cutting-edge technology on offer with Unreal Engine.
“We’ve worked with top animation companies to create a novel animation-centric way of teaching Unreal Engine, in one of the most ambitious training programmes that Escape Studios has been involved with – our vision of a pan-European festival of learning in Unreal Engine has gained us amazing academic partners in the form of some of the best animation schools in the world. We invite learners across Europe to join us. Make your summer staycation Unreal!”
The Summer of Unreal will be taught online in English and is free-of-charge to professionals working in the animation, motion graphics and VFX industry who want an informal group experience of learning Unreal Engine over the holiday period. The course will feature daily workshops covering all the major aspects of using Unreal Engine interspersed with practice time, teamwork, as well as demonstrations and masterclasses from some of Europe’s premiere companies and artists showing how they use the platform in their work.
Mark Spevick, Escape Studios’ Head of 3D VFX will be the main ‘showrunner’ for the Summer of Unreal. The unique role used in Escapes’ larger courses ensures that tutors get to hear and address the most important questions from the online shop floor through Mark’s advocacy. Mark combines teaching and programme design with senior industry experience, having worked at Peerless Camera, the production house co-owned by Terry Gilliam.
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Timothy Leborgne, Head of Talent & Skills Development, The Animation Workshop/VIA University College
“A course such as Summer of Unreal is very welcome. Whether you look at film, animated series, or games we can all see a growing demand for rapid development and competent animators. And Unreal Engine is one particularly advanced tool and software we can’t avoid as professionals in the future. So, I am excited and happy we bring such a valuable course to professionals in our industry. By partnering with such competent institutions and studios across Europe, we have ensured that the course will deliver the best training.”
Gilbert Kiner, President, ARTFX
“Since its creation in 2004, ARTFX has been dedicated to training students using the latest technology and software. Beyond using this engine for our Games courses, Unreal has also been integrated into the previz pipeline for our VFX programs. We are very happy and proud to have been chosen as the exclusive French partner for this collaborative initiative.”
Felix Balbás, Area Director of Animation & VFX at La Salle-URL
“Unreal Engine is a reality we can’t ignore. No longer only in videogames and recently virtual production, now more than ever the future of any visual content creation and in particular animation and VFX, must take this evolution into account. Not only in previs stage, but also in full production. This is why La Salle-URL’s commitment towards promoting state-of-the-art training along with leader institutions at a European level is reflected in the Summer of Unreal.”
Miljana Jovović, Executive Director, Crater Training Center
“We are happy to join the Summer of Unreal as partners for Southeastern Europe, as we see this project as a great chance to upskill and connect professionals across the continent. We have spent the first part of 2021 educating university professors in Serbia in Unreal Engine so they could implement the newly-gained knowledge to their study programs and introduce the software to their students.”
Katja Schmid, Visual Effects and Post Production Professor, Hochschule der Medien
“Many artists in the industry have been waiting for this course. Now the time has come. At the moment, Unreal is one of the most in-demand tools in the industry. The response to the course announcement has been fantastic. It’s just an amazing opportunity not only to get trained for free but also to be part of a most inspiring community! We are very impressed by this large-scale project and excited to be contributing.”
Gareth Lee, Screen Skills Ireland Manager
“Screen Skills Ireland is hugely excited to be part of the Summer of Unreal. This is a unique opportunity for Irish screen sector professionals to learn about the powerful capabilities of Unreal Engine from industry experts, as well as connect with their peers across Europe.”
Boomerang Partners
Boomerang Partners prepares a major affiliates activation, TIME TO WIN, as the Year of Sports enters its hot phase
As the global sports calendar enters one of its most intense and opportunity-rich periods, Boomerang Partners is preparing an activation designed to capture the full attention of affiliate teams worldwide. The agency has released a teaser video featuring players from AC Milan, its Official Regional Partner, signaling the upcoming launch of TIME TO WIN — an exclusive initiative built specifically for affiliates.
The video, already sparking anticipation across the industry, delivers two clear messages: TIME TO WIN and Save the date. The full reveal is scheduled for February 12.
More Than a Campaign
Although details remain tightly under wraps, one thing is already evident: TIME TO WIN is not a conventional affiliate campaign or a one-off promotion. The teaser features AC Milan stars Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Alexis Saelemaekers, Christian Pulisic, Adrien Rabiot, and Rafael Leão — stopping just short of revealing what’s coming next.
Behind the scenes, TIME TO WIN appears to be a carefully engineered project built at the intersection of elite sport, affiliate expertise, and precise timing. It reflects Boomerang Partners’ long-term strategy of supporting affiliates during the most competitive moments of the sports season, where speed, readiness, and execution make the difference.
Powered by One of Football’s Most Iconic Clubs
The involvement of AC Milan is no coincidence. As Boomerang Partners’ Official Regional Partner, the club plays a central role in the TIME TO WIN concept, bringing global prestige, massive reach, and elite sporting credibility.
This partnership allows affiliate teams to align with one of the most recognizable football brands in the world, blending top-tier football energy with performance-driven marketing opportunities. As part of the broader collaboration, Boomerang Partners and AC Milan are preparing multiple initiatives throughout the season — including exclusive experiences, high-impact campaigns, and the launch of the AC Milan Hub, a dedicated portal centralizing all partnership-related activities.
Preparation Makes the Difference
While the full scope of TIME TO WIN will only be revealed on February 12, affiliates can already prepare by leveraging Boomerang Partners’ Sports Marketing & Betting Calendar 2026. This expert resource is designed to help partners anticipate peak moments, plan campaigns in advance, and make smarter decisions when competition is at its highest.
A Critical Window for Affiliates
The timing of TIME TO WIN aligns perfectly with one of the busiest stretches of the sports year. February and March feature a packed schedule of global events, including:
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The Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026
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UEFA Champions League knockout stages
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Men’s Basketball World Cup Qualifiers
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Major tennis tournaments such as Indian Wells and the Miami Open
For affiliate teams, this period demands precision, rapid execution, and well-timed activations — exactly where TIME TO WIN is positioned to deliver a strategic edge.
What Affiliates Can Expect
While Boomerang Partners is keeping the finer details confidential for now, expectations are high. TIME TO WIN is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious and exclusive affiliate activations of the 2026 sports season — a high-impact opportunity designed for teams ready to perform when it matters most.
The wait won’t be long. Full details of TIME TO WIN will go live on February 12 via the Boomerang Partners website.
Stay tuned.
About Boomerang Partners
Boomerang Partners is a fast-growing global marketing agency delivering a wide range of affiliate and entertainment services. An Official Regional Partner of AC Milan, the agency launched the Golden Boomerang Awards in 2024 — a global affiliate tournament that attracted more than 400 teams in its second season in 2025.
Between 2024 and 2025, Boomerang Partners’ clients launched six new products, driving nearly 1.5x growth in product users. The agency’s portfolio includes more than 10 brands operating across 40+ regulated markets, offering personalized bonuses and 24/7 multilingual support.
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Boomerang Partners
Boomerang Partners prepares a major affiliates activation, TIME TO WIN, as the Year of Sports enters its hot phase
As the global sports season enters one of its peaks, Boomerang Partners is preparing a move designed to attract the full attention of affiliate teams. The company has released a teaser video featuring players of its Official Regional Partner, AC Milan. Thus, it hints at the upcoming launch of TIME TO WIN – an exclusive activation for affiliates.
Not a standard campaign
While full details remain undisclosed, the first glimpse of TIME TO WIN has already set the tone. In the teaser video, AC Milan stars Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Alexis Saelemaekers, Christian Pulisic, Adrien Rabiot, and Rafael Leão stop short of revealing anything beyond two signals: TIME TO WIN and Save the date. One thing is already clear: this is not a standard campaign or a one-off activation. Based on our insights, it will be a project built at the intersection of elite sport, affiliate expertise, and a deep understanding of peak interest in major sports events, where speed of execution, precise timing, and strategic readiness define results. Designed with these factors in mind, TIME TO WIN reflects Boomerang Partners’ long-term approach to supporting affiliate partners during the most competitive phases of the sports calendar.
A partnership with one of football’s most iconic clubs
The connection with AC Milan is no coincidence. As Boomerang Partners’ Official Regional Partner, the Club is an integral part of the TIME TO WIN concept, lending its world-class sporting prestige and global reach. This collaboration allows affiliate teams to engage with one of the most recognized football brands in the world, combining the excitement of top-level football with marketing opportunities designed for peak performance.
Through this partnership, Boomerang Partners and AC Milan are preparing a series of initiatives throughout the season, including exclusive experiences, high-impact campaigns, and the launch of the AC Milan Hub – a unique portal providing centralized access to all the activities related to the Boomerang and AC Milan partnership.
Preparation is key
While we don’t yet know exactly what Boomerang Partners will launch on February 12th, we believe the company’s Sports Marketing & Betting Calendar 2026 will assist partners in this regard. This expert guide enables affiliate teams to prepare ahead of the hottest moments of the sports season and make more informed decisions when it matters most.
A peak period for affiliates
The timing of this activation is no coincidence. February and March mark one of the peak periods of the sports season, with major events such as the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026, the UEFA Champions League knockout rounds, men’s basketball World Cup Qualifiers, and top-tier tennis tournaments like the Indian Wells Masters and the Miami Open. For affiliate teams, these weeks require careful planning, timely campaign setup, and fast execution. This is exactly the time when participation in TIME TO WIN offers a strategic advantage.
What affiliates can expect
Participation in TIME TO WIN offers affiliate teams a chance to engage with one of the most anticipated initiatives of the 2026 sports season. While full details remain under wraps, the scale and ambition of the activation are already clear: it will be a high-impact, exclusive opportunity that affiliates won’t want to miss.
So what’s coming next? The answer will be revealed on February 12, when full details of the TIME TO WIN activation go live on the Boomerang Partners website. Stay tuned.
About Boomerang
Boomerang Partners is a rapidly growing global marketing agency offering a wide range of services. Boomerang Partners is an Official Regional Partner of AC Milan. In 2024, it launched the inaugural Golden Boomerang Awards – a global tournament for affiliate teams. More than 400 affiliate teams participated in the second season of the tournament in 2025. Partners of the Agency launched six new products in 2024-2025, contributing to a nearly 1.5-fold increase in product users.
The agency’s client portfolio contains 10+ brands offering affiliate and entertainment services across 40+ markets in compliance with local regulations. These products provide personalized bonuses and 24/7 multilingual support.
The post Boomerang Partners prepares a major affiliates activation, TIME TO WIN, as the Year of Sports enters its hot phase appeared first on Americas iGaming & Sports Betting News.
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Boomerang Partners prepares a major affiliates activation, TIME TO WIN, as the Year of Sports enters its hot phase
As the global sports season enters one of its peaks, Boomerang Partners is preparing a move designed to attract the full attention of affiliate teams. The company has released a teaser video featuring players of its Official Regional Partner, AC Milan. Thus, it hints at the upcoming launch of TIME TO WIN – an exclusive activation for affiliates.
Not a standard campaign
While full details remain undisclosed, the first glimpse of TIME TO WIN has already set the tone. In the teaser video, AC Milan stars Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Alexis Saelemaekers, Christian Pulisic, Adrien Rabiot, and Rafael Leão stop short of revealing anything beyond two signals: TIME TO WIN and Save the date. One thing is already clear: this is not a standard campaign or a one-off activation. Based on our insights, it will be a project built at the intersection of elite sport, affiliate expertise, and a deep understanding of peak interest in major sports events, where speed of execution, precise timing, and strategic readiness define results. Designed with these factors in mind, TIME TO WIN reflects Boomerang Partners’ long-term approach to supporting affiliate partners during the most competitive phases of the sports calendar.
A partnership with one of football’s most iconic clubs
The connection with AC Milan is no coincidence. As Boomerang Partners’ Official Regional Partner, the Club is an integral part of the TIME TO WIN concept, lending its world-class sporting prestige and global reach. This collaboration allows affiliate teams to engage with one of the most recognized football brands in the world, combining the excitement of top-level football with marketing opportunities designed for peak performance.
Through this partnership, Boomerang Partners and AC Milan are preparing a series of initiatives throughout the season, including exclusive experiences, high-impact campaigns, and the launch of the AC Milan Hub – a unique portal providing centralized access to all the activities related to the Boomerang and AC Milan partnership.
Preparation is key
While we don’t yet know exactly what Boomerang Partners will launch on February 12th, we believe the company’s Sports Marketing & Betting Calendar 2026 will assist partners in this regard. This expert guide enables affiliate teams to prepare ahead of the hottest moments of the sports season and make more informed decisions when it matters most.
A peak period for affiliates
The timing of this activation is no coincidence. February and March mark one of the peak periods of the sports season, with major events such as the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026, the UEFA Champions League knockout rounds, men’s basketball World Cup Qualifiers, and top-tier tennis tournaments like the Indian Wells Masters and the Miami Open. For affiliate teams, these weeks require careful planning, timely campaign setup, and fast execution. This is exactly the time when participation in TIME TO WIN offers a strategic advantage.
What affiliates can expect
Participation in TIME TO WIN offers affiliate teams a chance to engage with one of the most anticipated initiatives of the 2026 sports season. While full details remain under wraps, the scale and ambition of the activation are already clear: it will be a high-impact, exclusive opportunity that affiliates won’t want to miss.
So what’s coming next? The answer will be revealed on February 12, when full details of the TIME TO WIN activation go live on the Boomerang Partners website. Stay tuned.
About Boomerang
Boomerang Partners is a rapidly growing global marketing agency offering a wide range of services. Boomerang Partners is an Official Regional Partner of AC Milan. In 2024, it launched the inaugural Golden Boomerang Awards – a global tournament for affiliate teams. More than 400 affiliate teams participated in the second season of the tournament in 2025. Partners of the Agency launched six new products in 2024-2025, contributing to a nearly 1.5-fold increase in product users.
The agency’s client portfolio contains 10+ brands offering affiliate and entertainment services across 40+ markets in compliance with local regulations. These products provide personalized bonuses and 24/7 multilingual support.
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