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Crownover, Full Sail Alum, Directs Ultimate Poker Challenge

Mark Crownover, named as the newest director for the Ultimate Poker Challenge, is being congratulated by his alma mater, Full Sail Real World Education. Crownover is a Film graduate from Full Sail, having completed his degree in 2004.

Previously Crownover worked with Fox Sports Mansion Poker Challenge, American Idol and The View.

Crownover's newest project, The Ultimate Poker Challenge, is a television poker show shown nationwide, covering 52 weeks of Texas Hold-Em Poker filmed at the Binion Casino in Las Vegas.

"The education that I received at Full Sail gave me the knowledge to direct The Ultimate Poker Challenge," said Crownover. "The producers, owners and crew could not believe that this was my first time directing poker. I hope that all graduates take the time to say thank you for what they have learned there. I wouldn't be where I am today without Full Sail."

"It is wonderful to see a Full Sail graduate have such enthusiasm when it comes to their work. We strive to help students take their passion to the next level and Mark is a perfect example of how that can happen," Full Sail's Program Director of Film Dave Franko said.

Full Sail Real World Education is a college just outside of Orlando, Fla. Since 1979, it has been offering great, quality education for those wishing to pursue a career in the entertainment industry. At present, Full Sail offers degrees in Computer Animation, Digital Arts and Design, Entertainment Business, Film, Game Development, Recording Arts and Show Production and Touring.