Vancouver Film School

A 3D Animation & Visual Effects VFS Education

• In 12 months you will graduate with:
  • A diploma in 3D Animation, Visual Effects and Modeling
  • A master demo reel of your final project
  • Access to the VFS Alumni Directory + Job Board
  • Attain industry connections that will help guide your career

Term 01:- Learn the basics of a 3D pipeline to gain insight into the different areas of production.
Term 02:- Apply your 3D skills to storytelling in our Pre-visualization class as you further advance your knowledge of the craft.
Term 03:- Narrow your focus by choosing one of three streams: animation, modeling or VFX while you plan your final reel in the pre-production classes.
Term 04:- Enter into the studio component of the program and start production on your demo reel alongside industry mentors who will guide you to the finish line.
Term 05:- Work with faculty and engage in the production process as you iterate and refine your shots. One on one feedback and regular group reviews make for a true studio experience.
Term 06:- Light, render and composite as you put the final tweaks on your project for industry night - your debut to local industry and beyond.  See Full Course Description

An Acting for Film & Television VFS Education

• In 12 months you will graduate with:
  • A diploma in Acting for Film & Television
  • Video of your class's projects, professional headshots, and a promotional package highlighting your acting work
  • Access to the VFS Alumni Directory and Job Board
  • A graduation launch on CastingWorkbook.com, including a one-year membership

Term 01:- Acting core principles. Begin the mental, physical, and emotional preparation necessary to enter into the craft of acting.
Term 02:- On camera. Experience the technical and creative demands of television auditions.
Term 03:- TV audition techniques. Expand your range and presence through improv and advanced skills to master any audition.
Term 04:- Special skills + special FX. Discover the demands of sitcom acting, and the special skills necessary for motion capture, green screen, and heightened dramas.
Term 05:- We develop your Voice Acting skills with on-the-mic training. Exploring Animation, ADR Voice Coaching sessions will further encourage ease and range in your voice to prepare you for the demands of feature film auditions.
Term 06:- Final project shoot. Shoot your film project and promo reel in studio to showcase your talents, and learn how to find an agent and drive your own career.

A VFS Animation Concept Art Education

• In 12 months you will graduate with:
  • A diploma in Animation Concept Art
  • A professional-level portfolio
  • Access to the VFS Alumni Directory + Job Board
  • Industry connections that will help guide your career

Term 01:-Explore the fundamentals of drawing, digital painting and design, and learn how to communicate visually. Collaborate on exciting group projects when you design a new racing game vehicle.
Term 02:-Expand your skills through the exploration of creating new and exciting worlds, as you and your collaborative group reimagine fantastical environments.
Term 03:-Compelling characters are at the very core of storytelling. Work on designing a cast of characters for the next hit TV show, and expand your knowledge of how to tell authentic and memorable stories.
Term 04:-Learn how to be inspired by the world and media around you, and apply it to a full design package filled with exciting characters, mind-blowing vehicles, and worlds no one has ever imagined.
Term 05:-Create a personal and completely original high-quality pitch package that will form the backbone of your portfolio.
Term 06:-Focus on preparing for your career in film, television, games, interactive media, comic arts, illustration, or something new that you could have never imagined!

A VFS Classical Animation Education

• In 12 months you will graduate with:
  • A diploma in Classical Animation
  • A master demo reel of your final project
  • A traditional art and animation portfolio
  • Access to the VFS Alumni Directory + Job Board
  • Industry connections that will help guide your career

Term 01:-Delve into the fundamentals of drawing, animation, and basic art direction.
Term 02:-Enhance your drawing skills with storyboard and background design exercises.
Term 03:-Explore more complex animation concepts like animating a character’s thoughts and emotions through acting principles.
Term 04:-Create storyboards for an animated film, character model sheets, layouts, and final artwork for rendering.
Term 05:-Progress to the art direction, digital ink and paint phase of production on your final project.
Term 06:-Assemble a traditional animation portfolio in preparation for graduation.

A VFS Digital Design Education

• In 12 months, you will graduate with:
  • A diploma in Digital Design
  • A portfolio showcasing your work
  • Access to the VFS Alumni Directory & Job Board
  • Industry connections that will help guide your career

Term 01:-Understand fundamental design approaches for both UX/UI and motion design, target audiences, and current tools to tell simple, powerful stories, and create solutions that work.
Term 02:-Take your tools skills to the next level by creating projects that focus on humanizing information, 3D graphics, typography, branding, and motion broadcast design.
Term 03:-Gain experience working with and presenting to a real client, learn more about the industry you’re joining, and harness your design skills to create pieces the world will see.
Term 04:-Jump into your chosen specialization of motion graphic design or interactive design, research your idea and concept for your graduate project, and pitch it to industry mentors.
Term 05:-Execute your idea and concept, managing the intricacies of studio-scale production, and work with your mentor to build and refine your graduate project.
Term 06:-Work with experts in portfolio development, employment strategy, and the business, law, and ethics of design to finalize your personal brand and position as a designer in your chosen field.