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Overview:

Vancouver Film School (VFS), founded in 1987, is a leading institution in Vancouver, Canada, offering specialized programs in film, animation, and digital media. Known for its hands-on approach and industry connections, VFS equips students with practical skills and real-world experience, preparing them for careers in creative fields. The school emphasizes collaborative learning and provides opportunities for networking and job placements in the entertainment industry.

Available Programs:
  • ・3D Animation + Visual Effects
  • ・Animation Concept Art
  • ・Classical Animation
  • ・Creature Animation
  • ・Acting Essentials
  • ・Acting for Film + Television
  • ・Digital Design
  • ・Film Production
  • ・Game Design
  • ・Makeup Design for Film + Television
  • ・Programming for Games, Web + Mobile
  • ・Sound Design for Visual Media
  • ・Writing for Film, Television + Games
  • ・Foundation Visual Art + Design
  • ・VR/AR Design & Development
Portfolio Requirements

Successful completion of Foundation Visual Art Program for all programs except VR/AR, Make-up and Acting; successful completion of Acting Essentials for Acting; OR meet the following requirement.

GAME DESIGN
Explain the concept, vision, or idea. Include the genre of game you would utilize. Make references to other games to explain how you would make your game (one page maximum). In addition, provide an outline detailing your story, possible levels, and characters (one page maximum). Provide diagrams explaining any features or game mechanics (one to two pages maximum) and a simplified map of the game world described in your synopsis.
3D ANIMATION & VISUAL EFFECTS
Send samples of your work that include life (preferred), still, or character drawings, and 3D computer work (maximum 12 pieces total). When you apply to the 3D Animation + Visual Effects program, we expect that you have some 3D experience. If you don’t have sufficient 3D experience you may be given conditional acceptance based on the strength of a combination of your other computer artwork (e.g. Flash, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.) and your drawing skills.
SOUND DESIGN
Write us a letter demonstrating why you wish to take the Sound Design program (maximum 500 words)
CLASSICAL ANIMATION
Send samples of your work that include still-life drawings, life drawings, and character sketches (maximum 12 pieces).
WRITING FOR FILM, TELEVISION & GAMES
Write a one-page (maximum) synopsis. Provide the film genre and use references to other movies to explain how you would make the film. Explain the concept, vision, or idea. In addition, provide a minimum of two and maximum of four other creative writing samples in their original form (no more than 20 total pages should be submitted)
ANIMATION CONCEPT ART
Send us samples of your work that can include still-life drawings, life drawings, character or environment sketches, and computer artwork (e.g., Flash, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.) (maximum 12 pieces)
VR/AR DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT
Submit at least 1 example of source code along with 1-page document that describes the code AND 2–3 examples of 3D animation or modeling. Familiarity with a programming language such as JavaScript, C#, C++. Familiarity with Unity and/or Unreal Game Engines is an asset
MAKE-UP DESIGN FOR FILM & TELEVISION
Send us a letter, along with your portfolio, that shows your dedication to Makeup Design. Tell us about your background, your potential, and what’s driving you to become a Makeup Artist.
DIGITAL DESIGN (INTERACTIVE & MOTION GRAPHICS)
Your portfolio should demonstrate your familiarity with a range of visual work (e.g., print design, web design, etc.).
PROGRAMMING FOR GAMES, WEB & MOBILE
Show us your code! Include a 1–2 page excerpt of source code you want to show off, and a 1-page descriptive summary for 1–3 projects. You must also have intermediate PC computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Familiarity with HTML is an asset.
FILM PRODUCTION
Write a synopsis of a film project that you are passionate about (no longer than one page). Provide the film genre and references to other movies; explain the concept, vision or idea. Also provide a 1-page outline. Optional: submit a link/copy to up to two films you’ve made and specify your involvement and screenings/awards.
ACTING FOR FILM & TELEVISION
Upload your audition tape (max 6 min). Include: intro, contemporary monologue (1 min), short contemporary scene (1 min), a special skill demo (1 min), and answers (max 2 min): Why these pieces? How long have you wanted to act? Who inspired you? Strengths/weaknesses? If not acting, what would you choose?
International Fees:

Program

Duration

Intakes /Year

Start Dates

Int’l Tuition

Seats /Intake

School of Animation & Visual Effects
3D Animation & Visual Effects
1 year
6
A
$54,000
18 OR 36
Animation & Concept Art
1 year
4
C+AUG
$34,000
24 OR 28
Classical Animation
1 year
4
B+FEB
$31,000
26
School of Film & Television
Acting for Film & Television
1 year
6
A
$30,750
28
Film Production
1 year
6
A
$54,000
40
Makeup Design for Film & Television
1 year
3
B
$47,000
20
Sound Design for Visual Media
1 year
3
C
$44,000
24
Writing for Film, Television & Games
1 year
3
B
$29,000
32
School of Creative Technology
Digital Design
1 year
3
B
$43,000
26
Game Design
1 year
4
B+OCT
$50,000
30
Programming for Games
1 year
2
JAN+AUG
$49,500
30
VR/AR Design & Development
8 months
1
JANUARY
$33,250
15
Preparatory Programs
Acting Essentials
4 months
6
A
$11,000
14 OR 28
English for Creative Art
4 months
3
B
$6,850
18
Foundation Visual Art & Design
1 year
6
A
$31,000
30

*Tuition fees may vary depending on the year of registration.