REAL SKILLS
REAL PROJECTS
REAL CREATIVE TRAINING
THE WORLD NEEDS CREATIVE LEADERS
THE WORLD NEEDS CREATIVE LEADERS
For 40 years, Vancouver Film School has helped creative minds turn talent into industry. VFS continues to prepare the NEW generation of creative leaders.
CAMPUS HIGHLIGHTS
At VFS, students train in a 64,000 cubic ft. performance and motion capture volume (Beyond Capture), a 280-degree green screen studio, 7 fully independent film studios, 6 pro editing suites, 3 ADR and 3 Foley recording rooms, 6 sound mixing labs, and a production makeup workshop featuring two large custom ovens for prosthetics creation, sculpting, and mold-making, fabrication workstations, and more.
When you work with the proper tools in a professional setting and have quality teaching and mentorship by your side, you can go faster – and farther.
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CAMPUS HIGHLIGHTS
At VFS, students train in a 64,000 cubic ft. performance and motion capture volume (Beyond Capture), a 280-degree green screen studio, 7 fully independent film studios, 6 pro editing suites, 3 ADR and 3 Foley recording rooms, 6 sound mixing labs, and a production makeup workshop featuring two large custom ovens for prosthetics creation, sculpting, and mold-making, fabrication workstations, and more.
When you work with the proper tools in a professional setting and have quality teaching and mentorship by your side, you can go faster – and farther.
EXPLORE OUR 14 PROGRAMS ACROSS FILM, ANIMATION, VISUAL EFFECTS, GAME, DESIGN, AND MORE.
EXPERIENCE THE VFS ADVANTAGE
ACCELERATED FOCUSED TRAINIG
Accelerated programs designed to turn years of learning into one intensive year, helping students build skills and start their careers sooner.
1 YEAR PROGRAMS
INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE
Students learn by doing through production-based training, guided by instructors and mentors with real industry experience across entertainment, design, and media.
HANDS-ON TRAINING
Many schools offer only one program/discipline. At VFS, you’ll create with a cohort spanning multiple programs, giving you the full scope of a production pipeline.
CREATIVE CONNECTIONS
CROSS-PROGRAM COLLABORATION
ALUMNI SUCCESS
“VFS was the first step on my road to making Clerks. I not only learned the basics of my craft – I also met other likeminded dreamers who would go on to help me tell my stories for the rest of my life.”
Kevin Smith | DIrector & Producer
Film Production Alum
Clerks, Jay & Silent Bob
"VFS was an essential first step in my film career. The program was exactly what a budding filmmaker wants - intense from day one. I was able to write, direct, and learned how to edit - which has ultimately been where my journey has taken me."
David Carlos Valdez | Editorial Department
Film Production Alum
The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett
"I can confidently say that my time at VFS laid the foundation for my career in the film industry. The comprehensive curriculum, combined with hands-on projects, provided me with the technical skills and creative confidence needed to excel in this highly competitive field."
Arshia Navabi | CEO
Film Production Alum
Tinyverse Games
Located in Vancouver, Canada, VFS places students in one of the world’s leading creative hubs, surrounded by vibrant film, TV, VFX, game, and design industries.
VFS alumni help create many of the industry's biggest films, TV series, and games. Spanning all sectors of the creative industries, their talent and expertise continue to shape and strengthen the creative economy in Vancouver and around the world.
ALUMNI CREDITS ON WINNING PROJECTS
257 TOTAL CREDITS
96
ALUMNI CREDITS ON WINNING PROJECTS
173 TOTAL CREDITS
112
ALUMNI CREDITS ON WINNING PROJECTS
230 TOTAL CREDITS
38
ALUMNI CREDITS ON WINNING PROJECTS
449 TOTAL CREDITS
186
For 40 years, Vancouver Film School has helped creative minds turn talent into industry. VFS continues to prepare the NEW generation of creative leaders.
Located in Vancouver, Canada, VFS places students in one of the world’s leading creative hubs, surrounded by vibrant film, TV, VFX, game, and design industries.
ALUMNI CREDITS ON WINNING PROJECTS
257 TOTAL CREDITS
96
ALUMNI CREDITS ON WINNING PROJECTS
173 TOTAL CREDITS
112
ALUMNI CREDITS ON WINNING PROJECTS
230 TOTAL CREDITS
38
ALUMNI CREDITS ON WINNING PROJECTS
449 TOTAL CREDITS
186
ALUMNI SUCCESS
“VFS was the first step on my road to making Clerks. I not only learned the basics of my craft – I also met other likeminded dreamers who would go on to help me tell my stories for the rest of my life.”
Kevin Smith | Director & Producer
Film Production Alum
Clerks, Jay & Silent Bob
"VFS was an essential first step in my film career. The program was exactly what a budding filmmaker wants - intense from day one. I was able to write, direct, and learned how to edit - which has ultimately been where my journey has taken me."
David Carlos Valdez | Editorial Department
Film Production Alum
The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett
"I can confidently say that my time at VFS laid the foundation for my career in the film industry. The comprehensive curriculum, combined with hands-on projects, provided me with the technical skills and creative confidence needed to excel in this highly competitive field."
Arshia Navabi | CEO
Film Production Alum
Tinyverse Games
VFS alumni help create many of the industry's biggest films, TV series, and games. Spanning all sectors of the creative industries, their talent and expertise continue to shape and strengthen the creative economy in Vancouver and around the world.
EXPERIENCE THE VFS ADVANTAGE
INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE
Students learn by doing through production-based training, guided by instructors and mentors with real industry experience across entertainment, design, and media.
HANDS-ON TRAINING
ACCELERATED FOCUSED TRAINIG
1 YEAR PROGRAMS
Accelerated programs designed to turn years of learning into one intensive year, helping students build skills and start their careers sooner.
CREATIVE CONNECTIONS
CROSS-PROGRAM COLLABORATION
Many schools offer only one program/discipline. At VFS, you’ll create with a cohort spanning multiple programs, giving you the full scope of a production pipeline.
EXPLORE OUR 14 PROGRAMS ACROSS FILM, ANIMATION, VISUAL EFFECTS, GAME, DESIGN, AND MORE.
JOIN VFS’S CREATIVE ECOSYSTEM – AN EXCLUSIVE BENEFIT FOR ALL STUDENTS AND ALUMNI THAT PROVIDES OPPORTUNITIES AND SUPPORT FOR WORK AND COLLABORATIONS.
JOIN VFS’S CREATIVE ECOSYSTEM – AN EXCLUSIVE BENEFIT FOR ALL STUDENTS AND ALUMNI THAT PROVIDES OPPORTUNITIES AND SUPPORT FOR WORK AND COLLABORATIONS.
THE PROGRAM
Train across core filmmaking disciplines in VFS's signature studio complex.
Graduate with a professionally curated portfolio reel.
CORE TOOLS
AVID | MOVIE MAGIC | FINAL DRAFT | ADOBE CREATIVE CLOUD | AUTOCAD | SKETCHUP
ONE DIPLOMA. FIVE SPECIALIZATIONS.
DIRECTING
- Script development and cinematic storytelling
- Working with actors and blocking scenes
- Leadership on set
- Shot planning and visual storytelling
Portfolio/Reel:
Scenes demonstrating storytelling and performance direction.
CINEMATOGRAPHY
- Camera operation, lenses, lighting design
- Composition and visual mood
- Camera movement and exposure techniques
Portfolio/Reel:
Visually driven scenes showing lighting and camera craft.
PRODUCING
- Project development, budgeting, scheduling
- Pitching and packaging projects
- Managing teams and production logistics
- Distribution and marketing considerations
Portfolio/Reel:
Production packages, budgets, and produced work.
POST-PRODUCTION
- Editing, sound design, VFX compositing, color grading
- Post workflows and finishing techniques
- Industry-standard software pipelines
Portfolio/Reel:
Edited scenes, sound work, or compositing samples.
PRODUCTION DESIGN
- Set design, art direction, props, costumes
- Drafting, model making, construction planning
- Creating visual worlds for stories
Portfolio/Reel:
Set designs, builds, or visual environment materials.
Students explore all five major filmmaking disciplines, then choose two of these specialization areas for deeper focus on their final portfolio projects.
STUDENT WORK
At VFS, Film Production students train inside a Production Centre modeled after the full entertainment pipeline.
In collaboration with other VFS programs, students work with actors, sound designers, makeup artists, VFX artists, and more to craft stronger films.
Because Vancouver Film School is always in production, the creative energy across our campuses and programs is tangible, inspiring, and truly unique to VFS. This helps students bring their best – every day. Our student reels are a prime example of this.
PREPARE FOR INDUSTRY OR INDEPENDENT FILMMAKING
Film Production training builds creative, technical, and leadership skills that can lead to roles and entrepreneurship across many iterations of the creative economies.
DIRECTOR/ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
CINEMATOGRAPHER/CAMERA DEPARTMENT ROLES
PRODUCER/PRODUCTION ROLES
PRODUCTION DESIGNER/ART DEPARTMENT ROLES
EDITOR/POST-PRODUCTION ROLES
SOUND ASSISTANT
VFX ASSISTANT
CREW POSITIONS ON FILM AND TV PRODUCTIONS
FILM PRODUCTION
FULL-TIME | ON CAMPUS | 12 MONTHS | DIPLOMA
FILM
PRODUCTION
FULL-TIME | ON CAMPUS | 12 MONTHS | DIPLOMA
REAL SKILLS
REAL PROJECTS
REAL CREATIVE TRAINING
THE PROGRAM
Train across core filmmaking disciplines in VFS's signature studio complex.
Graduate with a professionally curated portfolio reel.
DIRECTING
- Script development and cinematic storytelling
- Working with actors and blocking scenes
- Leadership on set
- Shot planning and visual storytelling
Portfolio/Reel:
Scenes demonstrating storytelling and performance direction.
CINEMATOGRAPHY
- Camera operation, lenses, lighting design
- Composition and visual mood
- Camera movement and exposure techniques
Portfolio/Reel:
Visually driven scenes showing lighting and camera craft.
PRODUCING
- Project development, budgeting, scheduling
- Pitching and packaging projects
- Managing teams and production logistics
- Distribution and marketing considerations
Portfolio/Reel:
Production packages, budgets, and produced work.
POST-PRODUCTION
- Editing, sound design, VFX compositing, color grading
- Post workflows and finishing techniques
- Industry-standard software pipelines
Portfolio/Reel:
Edited scenes, sound work, or compositing samples.
REAL SKILLS, REAL PROJECTS, REAL CREATIVE TRAINING
PRODUCTION DESIGN
- Set design, art direction, props, costumes
- Drafting, model making, construction planning
- Creating visual worlds for stories
Portfolio/Reel:
Set designs, builds, or visual environment materials.
Students explore all five major filmmaking disciplines, then choose two of these specialization areas for deeper focus on their final portfolio projects.
ONE DIPLOMA.
FIVE SPECIALIZATIONS.
CORE TOOLS
AVID | MOVIE MAGIC | FINAL DRAFT
ADOBE CREATIVE CLOUD | AUTOCAD | SKETCHUP
PREPARE FOR INDUSTRY OR INDEPENDENT FILMMAKING
Film Production training builds creative, technical, and leadership skills that can lead to roles and entrepreneurship across many iterations of the creative economies.
DIRECTOR/ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
CINEMATOGRAPHER/CAMERA DEPARTMENT ROLES
PRODUCER/PRODUCTION ROLES
PRODUCTION DESIGNER/ART DEPARTMENT ROLES
EDITOR/POST-PRODUCTION ROLES
SOUND ASSISTANT
VFX ASSISTANT
CREW POSITIONS ON FILM AND TV PRODUCTIONS
STUDENT WORK
At VFS, Film Production students train inside a Production Centre modeled after the full entertainment pipeline.
In collaboration with other VFS programs, students work with actors, sound designers, makeup artists, VFX artists, and more to craft stronger films.
Because Vancouver Film School is always in production, the creative energy across our campuses and programs is tangible, inspiring, and truly unique to VFS. This helps students bring their best – every day. Our student reels are a prime example of this.
Learn cameras, lighting, sound, editing, and production roles. From five specializations, choose two as your focus, creating a high-quality Final Project film.
PORTFOLIO BUILDING STARTS DAY 1
PORTFOLIO BUILDING STARTS DAY 1
Learn cameras, lighting, sound, editing, and production roles. From five specializations, choose two as your focus, creating a high-quality Final Project film.