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Amanda Slayden

Assistant Professor

Amanda Slayden

Assistant Professor

Academic Appointment(s)

College of Allied Health Sciences
Department of Medical Illustration

Bio

After graduating in 2005 from the Augusta University Medical Illustration Graduate program, Cameron co-founded Microverse Studios, producing award-winning animations for multi-billion-dollar pharmaceutical corporations, educational institutions, biotech startups, and produced scientific graphics for documentary TV series for Discovery, National Geographic, and the History Channel. In addition to ongoing professional work as CEO and creative director of Microverse Studios, Cameron currently trains students in the ins and outs of studio production using Cinema 4D and Redshift, while providing real-world insights and perspectives that will help them maximize their careers in medical illustration.

Education

  • MS, Medical Illustration/Medical I Augusta University, 2005

  • BA, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studi University of Maryland - Balti, 1999

Courses Taught Most Recent Academic Year

  • MILL 7671

    Multimedia II

  • MILL 7670

    Multimedia I

Teaching Interests

Cameron’s teaching interests center on studio production, with a particular emphasis on 3D visualization using Cinema 4D and Redshift. He is dedicated to helping students build strong technical foundations in digital imaging, animation, and rendering workflows. Cameron is especially passionate about integrating real-world production practices into the classroom, preparing future medical illustrators to translate complex scientific concepts into clear, compelling visual media. His interests also include mentoring students on professional readiness, creative problem‑solving, and developing a workflow mindset that supports success in the medical illustration industry.

Research Interests

Cameron’s research focuses on improving digital production workflows for medical illustration, with a particular interest in how AI can enhance efficiency in 3D modeling, rendering, and asset development. He explores practical and ethical applications of AI‑driven tools to streamline repetitive tasks, support creative decision‑making, and expand the capabilities of medical illustrators in an evolving industry.