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Build, Create, and Publish in Fortnite: Learn for Free with the UEFN Creator School

  • claire81769
  • Nov 12
  • 3 min read

If you’ve ever dreamed of building your own Fortnite island, designing cinematic animations, or adding your own music to an immersive world, this is your moment.

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Cleverlike Studios invites you to join the UEFN Creator School, a completely free series of online tutorials and live learning sessions that teach you how to design, build, and publish your own experiences using the Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN).


Thanks to support from an Epic MegaGrant, these professional-level courses are available at no cost to attendees. Build your skills and your future by learning from experienced creators, getting access to project files and assets, and joining a supportive community.


What Is UEFN?

UEFN, or Unreal Editor for Fortnite, combines the power of Epic Games’ Unreal Engine with the global reach of Fortnite Creative. It’s the same technology used by professional studios, and it’s now available to anyone who wants to create interactive experiences inside Fortnite.


With UEFN, you can design custom islands, build cinematic storytelling experiences, and publish your creations instantly to Fortnite’s millions of players. Fortnite’s creator economy even rewards originality and engagement, meaning that when people play your island, you can earn income.


Learn from the Best — For Free

As a proud Epic MegaGrant recipient, Cleverlike Studios offers these live, online UEFN learning experiences at no cost.


Each course includes:

  • Step-by-step video tutorials

  • Supporting tools, assets, and project files

  • Online community support


Whether you’re brand new or already creating in Fortnite, you’ll find content that fits your level and helps you grow.


A Sampling of Free Tutorials

Here’s a look at some of the free UEFN courses available now:

🎞️ UEFN: Animation Learn to create animations using the Sequencer, including lessons on rigging, skeletal meshes, and character movement.

🎵 UEFN: Audio Add custom music and sound effects to your project. Learn how to layer and control audio to bring your worlds to life.

📦 UEFN: Importing Assets Bring in your own 3D models, textures, and materials. Master the workflow for importing outside content into UEFN.

🌄 UEFN: Landscapes Sculpt custom terrain, paint textures, and create immersive outdoor environments that players will love to explore.

💡 UEFN: Lighting Use lighting and post-processing volumes to set the perfect mood, from bright and colorful to dark and mysterious.

🎨 UEFN: Materials Learn how to customize materials or build new ones from scratch using Unreal’s powerful material editor.

🧱 UEFN: Modeling Tools Create and modify 3D meshes directly inside UEFN using the built-in modeling tools.

🎬 UEFN: Sequencer Control cameras, animate props, and choreograph cinematic sequences that make your island feel like a movie.

🖥️ UEFN: User Interface (UI) Customize the HUD (Heads-Up Display) and user interface to enhance the player experience.


Why Fortnite?

Fortnite isn’t just a game, it’s a global creative platform with more than 400 million registered players. It’s home to a thriving creator community where artists, developers, and storytellers build experiences ranging from mini-games to interactive concerts.


By learning UEFN, you’ll gain valuable skills in 3D modeling, animation, lighting, programming, and storytelling. These skills that are in demand across the gaming, film, and tech industries. Many creators are already turning their UEFN projects into professional careers or side incomes through Fortnite’s Creator Rewards program.


About Cleverlike Studios

Cleverlike Studios develops educational game experiences that merge creativity, technology, and hands-on learning. Their projects range from esports and STEM programs to sustainability challenges and creative workshops.


Through the UEFN Creator School, Cleverlike is empowering students, educators, and aspiring developers to design, publish, and even monetize their own Fortnite content.


Build Your Future — One Island at a Time

The UEFN Creator School from Cleverlike Studios makes it easy to start your journey in game design. The courses are free, the community is supportive, and the creative potential is limitless.


Learn from real creators. Build your first island. Publish your work for others to play.

Ready to start? Visit uefn.cleverlike.com to explore tutorials and register for upcoming sessions. Your next great creation starts today!


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