Writing for Film & Television
Master the Craft of Storytelling and Become an Industry-Ready Writer in 12 Months
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
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
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.
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.
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.
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.