| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-06-24 | - |
| 2024-08-26 | - |
| 2024-10-21 | - |
| 2025-03-03 | - |
| 2025-06-30 | - |
| 2025-09-22 | - |
Program Overview
Vancouver Film School's 12-month Animation Concept Art program equips students with the skills to create captivating visual concepts for film, television, games, and other creative industries. Through a comprehensive curriculum covering drawing, digital painting, design, and storytelling, graduates develop a professional portfolio and industry connections, preparing them for successful careers in concept art.
Program Outline
Objectives:
The program aims to equip students with the necessary skills, knowledge, and industry expertise to create captivating visual concepts that effectively convey the core emotions of their stories. Through this program, aspiring concept artists gain the ability to:
- Master the fundamentals of drawing, digital painting, and design.
- Communicate effectively through visuals.
- Collaborate on exciting group projects, such as designing innovative racing game vehicles and reimagining fantastical environments.
- Design compelling characters and captivating narratives.
- Develop their ability to be inspired by the world around them and translate that inspiration into engaging visuals for characters, vehicles, and environments.
- Create a high-quality, personal pitch package to form the backbone of their professional portfolio.
- Prepare for successful careers in various creative industries, including film, television, games, interactive media, and comic arts.
Program Length:
12 months
Outcome:
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates receive:
- A diploma in Animation Concept Art.
- A professional-level portfolio showcasing their skills and creative vision.
- Access to the VFS Alumni Directory and Job Board, connecting them to potential career opportunities.
- Valuable industry connections fostering career development and growth.
Outline:
The program's outline provides a detailed roadmap of the learning journey, divided into six distinct terms:
Term 1:
- Explores foundational drawing, digital painting, and design principles.
- Focuses on developing effective visual communication skills.
- Includes collaborative projects like designing a new racing game vehicle, allowing students to apply their skills and learn from teamwork.
Term 2:
- Delves deeper into concept art creation by exploring the development of novel and exciting environments.
- Emphasizes collaboration, as students work together to reimagine fantastical worlds.
Term 3:
- Focuses on character design, a crucial element of compelling storytelling.
- Students work on designing a cast of characters for a potential TV show, refining their understanding of how to create authentic and memorable characters.
Term 4:
- Emphasizes the importance of drawing inspiration from the real world and media.
- Students apply their learnings to develop a comprehensive design package, complete with captivating characters, breathtaking vehicles, and imaginative environments.
Term 5:
Careers:
Graduates of the Animation Concept Art program embark on diverse and fulfilling careers, leveraging the skills they honed throughout their studies. They find themselves working on various projects within various creative industries, including:
- Film and television production
- Video game development
- Interactive media and virtual reality projects
- Comic book and graphic novel illustration
- Concept art for various entertainment and media projects
Other:
Testimonials:
The provided context features testimonials from VFS alumni, highlighting the positive impact the program has had on their careers.
Industry Partners:
VFS boasts strong connections with numerous industry partners, ensuring students are exposed to real-world industry practices and gain access to valuable networking opportunities.
