This summer, challenge yourself creatively and discover new career paths at VFS.
This summer, we invite creative students to join us for five-day intensive workshops in Acting, Game Design, Film Production, 3D Animation, and Makeup Design. An 'Introduction to Animation, Film & Design' workshop will also be offered for students to explore different types of creative mediums and learn about different careers in the creative industries.
You'll enhance your technical & creative skillset, begin crafting your portfolio, and try something new in a true studio experience. Our workshops are taught by experienced professionals who are actively working in and shaping the creative media arts industries.
Our Summer Intensives will be held in-person, allowing you to get the most out of our workshops through face-to-face instruction and feedback on your work.
Cost:
Price varies per workshop – see specific workshops below for prices.
Registration Deadline:
Two (2) weeks prior to workshop start date
Dates:
July 8 – August 23, 2024
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. PST each day
(*subject to change)
Location:
In-person, on campus at VFS
Additional Information:
- Please ensure you provide a valid email address, as all workshop changes will be communicated via email.
- Schedules will be emailed at least one week before the start of the workshop. You can expect to have lessons with VFS instructors as well as creative assignments, activities, and independent work, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., approximately (*Please note: You will be required to be present on Day 1 at 8:30 a.m. to attend the welcome orientation. Then, your schedule will continue from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. for the duration, unless otherwise stated on schedule).
- Participation and attendance to each workshop day is required.
Please note that courses may be cancelled at any time. Upon cancellation, registrants will receive a full refund.
If you have any questions, please contact: [email protected]
Requirements
- Applicants must be 16 years old at start of intensives.
- Language requirement: Intermediate-level English (minimum requirement of IELTS 6.0).
- See each workshop for specific requirements.
Acting for Film & Television ($500)
Dates: July 8 - July 12, 2024
This comprehensive five-day workshop will introduce you to the world of acting for film and television. Taught by active professionals with extensive resumes in the film and TV industry, this workshop provides you with firsthand experience of performing in front of the camera. Join us to explore the serious play in training for actors.
You will:
- Learn essential acting techniques, from using your voice and body as a core instrument of play to vital audition techniques.
- Discover how to expand upon scripts to develop your own unique take on a character.
- Learn how professional actors interact on film sets.
- Film a short scene that synthesizes your work in front of the camera.
What You’ll Need:
- Comfortable clothing
Acting for Film & Television ($500)
Dates: July 8 - July 12, 2024
This comprehensive five-day workshop will introduce you to the world of acting for film and television. Taught by active professionals with extensive resumes in the film and TV industry, this workshop provides you with firsthand experience of performing in front of the camera. Join us to explore the serious play in training for actors.
You will:
- Learn essential acting techniques, from using your voice and body as a core instrument of play to vital audition techniques.
- Discover how to expand upon scripts to develop your own unique take on a character.
- Learn how professional actors interact on film sets.
- Film a short scene that synthesizes your work in front of the camera.
What You’ll Need:
- Comfortable clothing
Intro to Animation, Film & Design ($500)
Dates: July 8 - July 12, 2024
This five-day workshop will immerse aspiring creatives in an array of modern visual media technologies. You will learn how various media arts disciplines intersect to deliver unforgettable experiences and craft a project for your portfolio.
Led by VFS faculty, each class will feature hands-on, production-based work to give you a sense of what you can expect from a career in the media arts industry. This workshop is tailor-made for anyone who is passionate about pursuing a career in the entertainment arts.
You will:
- Develop a fundamental skillset in idea generation, character creation, storyboarding, digital filmmaking, 2D design, and sound design.
- Understand how various media arts disciplines intersect to deliver a powerful, cohesive experience.
- Create a stunning video project for your portfolio that combines an array of lighting, camera, editing, & sound design techniques.
- Supplement your training with access to industry-standard Adobe software including Illustrator, Premiere, and After Effects.
Requirements:
- Headphones (*Must be wired)
- USB to take any projects home
- Pen and a notebook to take notes
Intro to Animation, Film & Design ($500)
Dates: July 8 - July 12, 2024
This five-day workshop will immerse aspiring creatives in an array of modern visual media technologies. You will learn how various media arts disciplines intersect to deliver unforgettable experiences and craft a project for your portfolio.
Led by VFS faculty, each class will feature hands-on, production-based work to give you a sense of what you can expect from a career in the media arts industry. This workshop is tailor-made for anyone who is passionate about pursuing a career in the entertainment arts.
You will:
- Develop a fundamental skillset in idea generation, character creation, storyboarding, digital filmmaking, 2D design, and sound design.
- Understand how various media arts disciplines intersect to deliver a powerful, cohesive experience.
- Create a stunning video project for your portfolio that combines an array of lighting, camera, editing, & sound design techniques.
- Supplement your training with access to industry-standard Adobe software including Illustrator, Premiere, and After Effects.
Requirements:
- Headphones (*Must be wired)
- USB to take any projects home
- Pen and a notebook to take notes
Film Production ($825)
Dates: July 15 - July 19, 2024
In this one-week course, active film industry professionals will lead you through hands-on exercises working with actors, cameras, lights, editing software and more. This workshop will introduce you to the 5 key disciplines taught in the Vancouver Film School's Film Production course: Directing, Producing, Production Design, Cinematography, and Post-Production. Emphasis will be placed on proper set protocol and etiquette as well as post-production workflow.
You will:
- Learn all about the business and politics of the Film & TV industry.
- Take on-set roles in order to direct actors and shoot a short scene.
- Learn how a professional film set runs safely and effectively.
- Develop editing skills to ready your scene to be screened on the final day.
What You’ll Need:
- Headphones (*Must be wired)
- USB to take any projects home
- Pen and a notebook to take notes
Film Production ($825)
Dates: July 15 - July 19, 2024
In this one-week course, active film industry professionals will lead you through hands-on exercises working with actors, cameras, lights, editing software and more. This workshop will introduce you to the 5 key disciplines taught in the Vancouver Film School's Film Production course: Directing, Producing, Production Design, Cinematography, and Post-Production. Emphasis will be placed on proper set protocol and etiquette as well as post-production workflow.
You will:
- Learn all about the business and politics of the Film & TV industry.
- Take on-set roles in order to direct actors and shoot a short scene.
- Learn how a professional film set runs safely and effectively.
- Develop editing skills to ready your scene to be screened on the final day.
What You’ll Need:
- Headphones (*Must be wired)
- USB to take any projects home
- Pen and a notebook to take notes
Game Design ($825)
Dates: July 15 - July 19, 2024
Intended for those who want to pursue a career in the games industry, this five-day course will give you a unique opportunity to experience the dynamic role of a game designer. Instructors will guide you through creating your very own game in VFS’s studio environment. There’s no better way to understand the one-year Game Design program at VFS and get a taste of working in video games.
You will:
- Explore the game development process from concept to completion.
- Get direct production experience in game art, level design, storytelling, and programming software.
- Bring characters to life in Unity and explore game development by prototyping your very own online game.
- Begin building a dynamic online portfolio.
What You’ll Need:
- Headphones (*Must be wired)
- USB to take any projects home
- Pen and a notebook to take notes
Game Design ($825)
Dates: July 15 - July 19, 2024
Intended for those who want to pursue a career in the games industry, this five-day course will give you a unique opportunity to experience the dynamic role of a game designer. Instructors will guide you through creating your very own game in VFS’s studio environment. There’s no better way to understand the one-year Game Design program at VFS and get a taste of working in video games.
You will:
- Explore the game development process from concept to completion.
- Get direct production experience in game art, level design, storytelling, and programming software.
- Bring characters to life in Unity and explore game development by prototyping your very own online game.
- Begin building a dynamic online portfolio.
What You’ll Need:
- Headphones (*Must be wired)
- USB to take any projects home
- Pen and a notebook to take notes
3D Animation & Visual Effects ($825)
Dates: July 22 - July 26, 2024
This workshop features five days of exploring the processes, history, and potential of animation. The course focuses around exercises that form the foundation of the entire animation medium, and provide you with vital insights into the workings of the real-world animation and visual effects industry.
You will:
- Get hands-on experience with techniques used in designing for animation.
- Learn pose and form while creating a 3D model and exploring cutting-edge 3D tools to animate objects.
- Create concept art like storyboards and character designs.
- Explore the variety of exciting roles artists play within a production.
What You’ll Need:
- Headphones (*Must be wired)
- USB to take any projects home
- Pen and a notebook to take notes
3D Animation & Visual Effects ($825)
Dates: July 22 - July 26, 2024
This workshop features five days of exploring the processes, history, and potential of animation. The course focuses around exercises that form the foundation of the entire animation medium, and provide you with vital insights into the workings of the real-world animation and visual effects industry.
You will:
- Get hands-on experience with techniques used in designing for animation.
- Learn pose and form while creating a 3D model and exploring cutting-edge 3D tools to animate objects.
- Create concept art like storyboards and character designs.
- Explore the variety of exciting roles artists play within a production.
What You’ll Need:
- Headphones (*Must be wired)
- USB to take any projects home
- Pen and a notebook to take notes
Makeup for Film & Television ($825)
Dates: August 19 - August 23, 2024
Discover the many facets of production makeup, in this five-day workshop. Through live demonstrations and hands-on assignments, you’ll emerge with the foundation necessary to apply to VFS’s Makeup Design for Film & Television.
*Note: This workshop will require students to use each other as models for the application of production makeup throughout the week.
You will:
- Cover basic highlight and shadow techniques.
- Learn corrective & beauty principles in production makeup.
- Try “out-of-kit” effects such as cuts, scars, and facial hair applications.
- Design & apply a tattoo and emerge from the workshop with photographs for your portfolio.
Requirements:
- Notebook & pen OR laptop for notetaking
- Camera or smartphone for taking photos of your work
Makeup for Film & Television ($825)
Dates: August 19 - August 23, 2024
Discover the many facets of production makeup, in this five-day workshop. Through live demonstrations and hands-on assignments, you’ll emerge with the foundation necessary to apply to VFS’s Makeup Design for Film & Television.
*Note: This workshop will require students to use each other as models for the application of production makeup throughout the week.
You will:
- Cover basic highlight and shadow techniques.
- Learn corrective & beauty principles in production makeup.
- Try “out-of-kit” effects such as cuts, scars, and facial hair applications.
- Design & apply a tattoo and emerge from the workshop with photographs for your portfolio.
Requirements:
- Notebook & pen OR laptop for notetaking
- Camera or smartphone for taking photos of your work
We’re continually improving our curriculum to enhance your experience at VFS. Please note that the content above may be subject to minor curriculum changes.
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