Vancouver Film School

Join us LIVE on Instagram at 3 pm PST for an exciting conversation in Spanish with VFS Acting alum Paco Luna and Andrés Soto, VFS Acting Project Manager & Senior Instructor!

They'll be discussing VFS Acting for Film & Television and Acting Essentials programs, PLUS sharing invaluable insights on auditions.

Don't miss this LAST CHANCE to learn more about the Latin America Paco Luna Acting Scholarship!

Whether you're dreaming of a career in acting or you're ready to take the next step in your journey, this live event is a must-watch.

Set your reminders now and come with your burning questions!

🚨 GIVEAWAY ALERT 🚨

We're giving away a few FREE spots in our brand-new VFS Makeup for Film & Television: A Guide to SFX Makeup and Bald Caps course on Udemy! 💄

Learn the secrets behind fabricating and applying bald caps with exclusive tips straight from the pros. Whether you're an aspiring makeup artist or a film enthusiast, this course will help you take your skills to the next level.

Enter here 👉 https://www.instagram.com/p/C_1aiiHzQ6E/

Huge congratulations to VFS Digital Design alum, Arm Sattavorn, for his incredible work with NBC Sports on their Paris Olympics coverage! 🇫🇷

While he may not be an Olympic skateboarder 🛹, Arm took his passion for broadcast motion graphics to the next level by designing and animating visuals that captured the rich art and architectural history of Paris in a fresh, modern, and inclusive way.

This unique style is a game-changer for sports coverage, and we're so proud of his contribution to such a global event!

Class 26

We’re thrilled to announce that VFS Writing alum, Tathagata Ghosh's latest short film, “IF,” has been selected for the prestigious 13th International South Asian Film Festival Canada (iSAFF)!

The film will have its Canadian Premiere on September 28th as part of the "Raising Parents" shorts block at Landmark Cinemas Guildford Mall in Surrey, BC.

This incredible film has already made waves across 25+ international film festivals, including BAFTA and Oscar qualifiers, earning multiple awards globally! 🌍

For more info, visit 👉 https://isaff.ca/events/raisingparents/

Writing for Film, Television & Games | Class 48

Vancouver Film School is thrilled to be a proud supporter of the Calgary International Film Festival - CIFF 2024! Join us from Sept. 19 - 29 as we take part in this incredible celebration of film and creativity.

VFS is excited to participate in the Youth By Youth Awards—where we’re providing a scholarship to support the next generation of filmmakers. 💸

📅 Don't miss us during the CIFF Industry Week and CIFF Career Expo—perfect opportunities to connect, learn, and explore your future in the film industry.

See you there!

VFS is thrilled to welcome Esabella Strickland, an 18-year-old filmmaker, author, and neurodiversity advocate, to the Classical Animation program! From her award-winning indie films to her #1 Amazon release, Esabella is already redefining creativity.

Read THE BLOG to discover all about her incredible journey and why she’s a rising star in animation, storytelling, and beyond 👉 https://ow.ly/s4LI50TfYS3

Join us this Saturday, Sept. 7, for the VFS All Access Pass | 3D Animation & Visual Effects Industry Roundtable!

Get an inside look at the world of animation and VFX with our esteemed alumni Chase Houston (Mufasa: The Lion King) and Jay Jessani (The Addam’s Family 2, Spidey and His Amazing Friends), alongside Colin Giles.

Hear about their VFS journey, career paths post-graduation, and the secrets to building a successful career in animation and VFX. Plus, bring your questions for an exclusive Q&A session! 🎙️

Don’t miss out—register now to secure your spot 👉 https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/vfs-all-access-pass-3d-animation-visual-effects-registration-952804462797?aff=Organic

🎬 Back to School, Back to Your Dreams! 🎬

As we get back into the school year, it's the perfect time to focus on your future! Vancouver Film School is heading out on the Great Canadian Search Tour to discover the next generation of talent for our Acting for Film & Television program.

Whether you're a high school student with a love for the stage or someone looking to break into the industry, this is your chance to shine. Join us on tour for exclusive auditions and get personalized feedback from industry professionals.

Why Should You Audition?

🎓 Scholarship Opportunities: Stand out in your audition and become eligible for scholarships to help fund your education.
🌟 Expert Guidance: Receive valuable insights and directions on the spot to help you refine your craft and prepare for a successful career in acting.
🚀 Kickstart Your Career: This could be the first step toward achieving your dreams of working in film and television.

Don’t let this school year pass you by without taking a step toward your future. Audition with VFS during the Great Canadian Search Tour and let your talent take center stage!

👉 Apply Now and secure your spot on the tour. Your journey to stardom starts here!
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Huge congratulations to our 17 incredible VFS alumni who contributed their talents to the making of Marvel Studios highly anticipated action-packed adventure, Deadpool & Wolverine! 🦸‍♂️ 🐾

These creative minds from our 3D Animation & Visual Effects, Animation Concept Art, and Foundation Visual Art & Design programs have once again shown the world the power of VFS talent.

From jaw-dropping visual effects to stunning concept art, our alumni have left their mark on these iconic films. We're beyond proud to see their hard work and creativity shine on the big screen!

🌟 Attention Aspiring Animators and Digital Designers! 🌟

We're hitting the road! 🚐 Vancouver Film School is embarking on the Great Canadian Search Tour in search of Canada's top creative talent! If you've got a passion for Animation or Digital Design, this is your moment.

🔍 What’s Happening? VFS will be traveling across Canada, offering portfolio reviews to aspiring students. This is your chance to showcase your skills, get expert feedback, and take the next step toward your dream career!

🎓 Why Attend?

- Exclusive Portfolio Reviews: Meet with our industry professionals and get personalized feedback on your work.
- Scholarship Opportunities: Attendees will be eligible for scholarships to help kickstart their journey at VFS.

💡 How to Get Involved? Apply now for a portfolio review and secure your spot in the Great Canadian Search Tour. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to join the ranks of VFS's world-class alumni.

👉 Apply Today! Link in bio 🔗

See you on the road, Canada! 🇨🇦

🎉 We’re thrilled to announce that Vancouver Film School has once again been featured on The Hollywood Reporter’s list of the 15 Best Global Film Schools! 🌍🎬

For the third year, VFS has earned this prestigious recognition, standing proudly alongside institutions like Beijing Film Academy, London Film School, and Victoria University of Wellington. We're also honored to be one of only two Canadian schools named this year. 🇨🇦✨

This achievement is a testament to the dedication of our faculty, staff, and incredibly talented students. It reflects our commitment to innovation and staying at the forefront of the ever-evolving creative industries.

Thank you to everyone who makes VFS a leader in entertainment arts education! 🙌

Press Release: https://ow.ly/NcUs50T7U8B

Revenge by VFS 3D Animation & Visual Effects student Tanya Wang. A young warrior, haunted by her past, prepares for an epic battle. ⚔️

Watch the short film here 👉 https://ow.ly/jmts50T2llj

Class 165

🚨 Get ready, Canada! 🚨
The Great Canadian Search Tour is kicking off this Fall! 🇨🇦✨

We're hitting the road with info sessions, chances to meet faculty & alumni, auditions,portfolio reviews, and scholarship 💰 opportunities for the best new talent!
Don't miss out—find your city and register now: https://vfs.edu/searchtour

Welcome to the VFS family, new students! We’re beyond excited to have you here as you start your creative journey.

This is where your ideas come to life—let’s make the most of it together. Here’s to new beginnings and endless possibilities! ✨

Still buzzing from our VFS All Access Pass: Acting for Film & TV event on August 17! 🎬✨ The energy, talent, and passion that filled our campus made it an unforgettable day. We're already looking forward to the next one! Huge shoutout to the cast of for inspiring us all, and as always our wonderful hosts, Omari Newton (Head of Acting for Film & TV, and Head of Film Production), and Andres Soto (Senior Instructor, and Adult Travis on 'Yellowjackets')

Make sure you are subscribed to VFS Premiere for all the latest events and news. Link in bio!

🎉 Exciting news! Join us for the Vancouver Film School Open House on September 21st! 🎬✨

Explore our programs in Acting, Film, Animation, Games, Makeup, Sound Design, Foundation Design, Digital Design, and Writing. Whether you're dreaming of the big screen or creating the next gaming sensation, this is your chance to dive in and see what we're all about!

🎁 Plus, there are amazing prizes to be won!

This event also marks the kickoff of our Canada-wide Search Tour! 🚀 Stay tuned tomorrow as we reveal the next stops across the country.

📅 Save the date and don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect with industry pros and get inspired!

Register here: https://ow.ly/eMKk50T3vH4

Dive into the future of animation and VFX with our All Access Pass Industry Talk on Sept 7!

Join Colin Giles and Casey Kwan, VFS’s Creative Director for the 3D Animation program, as they explore the game-changing role of AI in our industry. Discover the latest AI tools and how they’re transforming the creative process for animators everywhere.

Don’t miss this chance to get ahead of the curve—register for free now 👉 https://ow.ly/VCI050T1EnN

Last month, from July 5-7, 2024, we had the incredible honour of hosting Emmy Award-winning Director Michael Spiller ('Modern Family', 'Scrubs', 'Superstore') on-campus at VFS for a 3-day AMA and Bootcamp: 'The Serious Business of Comedy.'

Attendees had the unique opportunity to participate in an Ask Me Anything session, diving deep into Michael's four-decade career, followed by two days of hands-on workshops in acting, writing, and directing for television sitcoms. The experience offered invaluable insight and practical knowledge, directly from a true industry titan.

Missed it? No worries! Watch our YouTube recap video here 👉 https://ow.ly/mJcr50SX10a

🎟️ VFS ALL ACCESS PASS: Step into Your Future as a 3D & VFX Animator on Sept. 7!

Gain exclusive backstage access to Vancouver Film School’s renowned 3D Animation & VFX program. Dive into the heart of the $22B industry with:

🔹 An exciting motion capture demo in our state-of-the-art Green Screen room.
🔹 An insightful Industry Roundtable on 'Building a Career in Animation & VFX'—your chance to learn from the best!
🔹 A sneak peek into the latest emerging animation technologies.

Ready to shape your future in animation? Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to see where your passion can take you!

Register here 👉 https://ow.ly/q9F650SUgWG

VFS All Access Pass | Acting for Film & Television: Experience How Motion Capture Brings a Performance to Life!

📅 Date: Saturday, August 17

Ever wondered how your favourite characters in films, TV shows, and video games come to life? Join us at Vancouver Film School's Beyond Capture Studios – a 64,000 cubic foot performance capture stage where the magic happens!

Watch as our talented motion capture actors, alongside VFS Acting faculty and Beyond Capture staff, bring scripts to life with a live demo. See firsthand how motion capture technology, used in productions like Mike Flanagan’s The Fall of the House of Usher, transforms performances in real-time.

Don't miss out on this exclusive behind-the-scenes experience!

Register here 👉 https://ow.ly/qFEo50STrQ4

VFS Honours Acting Alum Paco Luna with the 2024 Scholarship! 💸

We're thrilled to announce the Paco Luna Scholarship, dedicated to supporting Latin American students passionate about pursuing a career in acting!

Paco Luna, a proud graduate of our Acting for Film & Television program and former recipient of the Jack Duarte Acting Scholarship, has made waves in the industry with over 1 million social media followers. Now, he's championing the 2024 Latin American Acting Scholarship, inspiring the next generation of actors.

Don't miss your chance to turn your passion into a career! Apply now and join our vibrant community of storytellers 👉 https://ow.ly/bZHc50SSxf6

Application deadline: September 15, 2024, at 11 p.m. CDT

Congrats to the latest Game Design grads at VFS! 🎓

Last Thursday, our talented students showcased their unique games at the VFS In-Person Pitch & Play - Game Design Industry Showcase event. Using cutting-edge tools like Unity Technologies and Unreal Engine, they wowed everyone with their creativity and skill.

A big thanks to Victor Lucas for hosting the event and making it a memorable experience! 🙌

Aspiring animators – the $400B+ animation industry needs YOU! 🫵

Join us online on August 14 to learn about VFS’s three industry-leading animation programs and how in just 1 short year you can train as an animator for the entertainment & game industries and join alumni that’s worked on ‘Dune: Part Two’, House of the Dragon HBO Series and ‘Baldur’s Gate 3’ – 2023’s 🏆 Game of the Year 🏆.

Register for FREE 👉 https://ow.ly/vSRH50SQklc

Attention Creatives! This summer, Vancouver Film School is hitting the road to find the best and brightest creative minds. Come discover in-person how VFS can launch your industry career FASTER! 🚀

🚌 Tour Schedule:

📍 Courtenay/Comox, BC | August 15
📍 Brandon, MB | August 20
📍 Charlottetown, PEI | August 27
📍 Moncton, NB | August 28
📍 Prince George, BC | August 28
📍 London, ON | August 29
📍 Medicine Hat, AB | August 29

Why you'll want to attend:

▪️ Learn about our industry-leading programs.
▪️ Discover THE VFS ADVANTAGE.
▪️ See why we're ranked among the best schools globally.
▪️ Find out about scholarship opportunities.

Don’t miss this chance to kickstart your creative journey with VFS. See you soon! 👋

Register here 👉 https://ow.ly/W1cI50SQm0r

🚨 JUST ANNOUNCED: VFS All Access Pass Industry Roundtable with ‘Yellowjackets’ Cast on Aug 17!

Join us for a unique opportunity as VFS’s Head of Acting, Omari Newton, hosts an esteemed panel with cast members from Showtime's Emmy-nominated Yellowjackets. 🐝

Kevin Alves (Travis), Alexa Barajas, (Mari), and Nia Sondaya (Akilah) will discuss their acting journey, their experience on Yellowjackets, and share insights for aspiring actors.

🎤 A Q&A session will follow, giving you the chance to ask your burning questions and learn from the best in the industry.

Register now to secure your spot and get ready to be inspired! 👉 https://ow.ly/RjWL50SPzJT

Ready for inspiration? Check out our latest post on THE BLOG featuring VFS alum and acclaimed screenwriter Mohamad el Masri!

With Severance returning January 17, 2025, we’re thrilled to spotlight Mohamad, a Writer/Co-Executive Producer for Season 2. From various production jobs to writing for October Faction, Here and Now, and Soulmates, Mohamad’s journey is a testament to persistence and dedication.

In our interview, he shares insights on navigating the industry, the realities of a screenwriter's life, and what fuels his creativity. Whether you're an aspiring writer or a fan of Severance, this is a must-read!

🔗 Read the full interview on THE BLOG now 👉 https://ow.ly/VISi50SOytq

We're thrilled to celebrate 11 amazing Vancouver Film School alumni from our 3D Animation & Visual Effects, Acting for Film & Television, and Foundation Visual Art & Design programs who worked on Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire! 👻🧊

Your talent and hard work have brought this film to life, and we couldn't be prouder. Congratulations to each of you for your incredible achievements.

Big Congratulations to our talented VFS Makeup Design alumni for their 2024 Emmy Nominations! ✨

Suzie Klimack – Nominated for Outstanding Prosthetic Makeup for Shōgun “A Dream Of A Dream”

Emily Walsh – Nominated for Outstanding Period Or Fantasy/Sci-Fi Makeup (Non-Prosthetic) for Shōgun “The Abyss Of Life”

We'd also like to shout out to all the other VFS alumni who contributed to the success of Shōgun. We couldn't be prouder of our VFS family!

Makeup Design for Film & Television | Class 7 & Class 30