Writing for Film & Television

Master the Craft of Storytelling and Become an Industry-Ready Writer in 12 Months

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A VFS Writing for Film, Television & Games Education

A diploma in Writing for Film & Television & Games

A portfolio showcasing your work

Industry connections that will help guide your career

Accelerated 2 to 3-year diploma, bachelor's, and master's degree pathway options with partnered higher education institutions in Canada and abroad

Access to VFS alumni directory and job board

A lifetime network of creative professionals

Specializations

Writing for Feature Films

Writing for Television

Writing for Games

Feature film writers are the creators of a project. Nothing happens without a script and therefore, a film cannot be made without a screenwriter.

Careers:
- Film scriptwriter
Reader for producers or studios

In the world of television production, writers both write the scripts and have a say in all creative decisions. Writers work in a collaborative environment, whether it’s with other writers or with the entire production team, to take a television show from concept to production. Writers can also work in development to nurture new stories and help bring them to air.

Careers:
Television writer
Television producer
Development executive

Careers:
Video game writer

Games writers not only come up with complex plots of video games, but also write the dialogue and the cinematics for the games. Whether it’s a mobile game, a first-person shooter, or a narrative-based game, it will require a writer.

Six Terms. One Goal: Master Screenwriting.

Develop fundamental skills in visual storytelling, structure, character, format, and genre. 

Term

1

Commit to story and character development for your first feature screenplay. 

Term

2

Workshop the first drafts of your feature and TV scripts.

Term

3

Complete drafts of your final feature film script or TV pilot for your final project, and polish it through intense workshopping.

Term

6

Electives include writing for comics, video games, and writing for commercials.

Term

5

Specialize in film, TV, or games writing, and begin work on your final project.

Term

4

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Culture. Creativity. Connections. 
Vancouver is a beautiful city that cultivates talent, friendships, and relationships within the entertainment arts industry. Vancouver is the ideal location to take the next step in your acting career.

Alumni Success Stories

Vancouver Film School alumni are some of the most successful professionals in the film, television, and gaming industries. Here is a sample of their achievements.

Start Your Writing Career with VFS in Canada

VFS can get you started in your career writing a screenplay for film, television, and games. Fill out this form and we will answer all your questions.

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Six Terms. One Goal: Master Screenwriting.

Make Great Connections For Your Future

A VFS education means joining the VFS alumni family. You will have access to a network of creative professionals that are imbedded in the industry and will forge strong connections that will last throughout your entire career.

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