ALL ACCESS PASS
AN EXCLUSIVE IN-STUDIO EXPERIENCE
Classical Animation
Experience VFS's award-winning Classical Animation program & your future in 2D animation.
VFS All Access Pass is your exclusive backstage access to VFS’s Classical Animation program (ranked #1 in the world by Animation Career Review!) and a chance to experience your future in traditional 2D animation for the entertainment industry. You’ll experience demos in Toon Boom Harmony & classic cartoon drawing, join an alumni roundtable on career-building, & more.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, September 13, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. PDT
Location: 151 West Cordova Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 5K3
*Light food & drink will be provided.
Experience All That the Animation Program Offers
VFS’s Classical Animation program trains artists to create attention-grabbing work that showcases traditional animation techniques, their superior storytelling skills, and a grasp of modern digital tools – all in just 1 short year. You’ll learn about the program’s curriculum – including character design, composition, drawing, storyboarding, & colour theory – and how you’ll create a powerful production portfolio for your career.
VFS’s School of Animation has created artists that have worked on Deadpool & Wolverine, Resident Evil 4, The Last of Us, and more. Find out how our students develop their skillsets and networks through our program to land these high-profile industry gigs.
Alumni Roundtable: Making a Career in Classical Animation
Colin will lead an industry roundtable on launching classical animation careers. He’ll be joined by VFS Classical Animation alumni (stay tuned for this announcement!) who will share their VFS student experience, their road to a successful industry animation career, and more. Q&A to follow.
Experience a Rigging Demo in Toon Boom Harmony
VFS Animation faculty will lead a demo on 2D animation rigging, showcasing industry-standard Toon Boom Harmony. A significant catalyst in the resurgence of classical animation, Harmony is the first choice by the largest animation and gaming studios around the world for producing the highest quality animated content for creative storytelling.
Experience a Cartoon Drawing Demo
Join a hands-on demo in classic cartoon paper animation with Colin Giles, inspired by his industry experience in 2D animation for Cartoon Network commercials and on projects like Ren & Stimpy "Adult Party Cartoon" and Dan Vs. No experience needed!
Explore a Student Animation Showcase
Over six terms, VFS Classical Animation students create a powerful, multi-piece production portfolio – the ultimate industry calling card for landing their first gig. Discover the process behind creating this standout work and view actual portfolio work completed by recent students.
Your Personal Portfolio Review
You’ll have the opportunity to review your animation portfolio with our faculty and Admissions team. Don’t be shy! The Animation team is looking forward to reviewing your work – anything from napkin doodles to sketches, models, videos and beyond – that illustrates your passion for the animation craft. This is your chance to see if you meet the prerequisites for our Classical Animation program.
Meet the Head of VFS’s School of Animation
Meet Colin Giles – Animator, Director, and Head of VFS’s School of Animation. With credits including Sausage Party, Eight Crazy Nights, numerous Disney Interactive titles, and commercial content for Cartoon Network, Ford, the NBA and Starbucks, Colin has hosted workshops and keynotes around the globe from Los Angeles to Toronto, Halifax, Ottawa, Mumbai, Shanghai, and Seoul. Discover how Colin has created curriculum for VFS’s School of Animation through production-based & collaborative training models.
FAQ
1. What is VFS’s All Access Pass event?
VFS's All Access Pass is an animation event in Vancouver offering a behind-the-scenes look into Vancouver Film School's #1-ranked Classical Animation program. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet faculty, participate demos, join an alumni roundtable, and more. With industry talent in attendance, this is also a great networking event for aspiring animators.
2. When and where is the event taking place?
- Date: Saturday, September 23, 2025
- Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. PDT
- Location: 151 W Cordova St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1E1
3. Who should attend this event?
This event is ideal for anyone interested in studying traditional animation in Vancouver and ultimately pursuing an industry animation career. Whether you're a high school student exploring post-secondary options or a working creative looking to upskill or pivot into 2D animation, VFS All Access Pass 2025 offers valuable insight into the world of professional animation.
4. What can I expect during the event?
- Experience live cartoon and Toon Boom Harmony demos
- Attend an exclusive alumni roundtable with Classical alumni and faculty on building a successful career
- Explore how VFS’s award-winning industry animation program had led to students working on high-profile projects like Deadpool & Wolverine, Resident Evil 4, and The Last of Us.
- Meet the Head of VFS’s School of Animation, Colin Giles, to discover how VFS’s curriculum fully trains you for an animation career in just 1 year.
5. How do I register for the event?
To reserve your spot, click here. Space is limited, so early registration is recommended.
6. Is there a cost to attend the event?
The event is free to attend; however, registration is required to ensure your spot.