ALL ACCESS PASS
AN EXCLUSIVE IN-STUDIO EXPERIENCE
Sound Design for Visual Media
Experience VFS’s Sound Design program & your future in the entertainment & game industries.
VFS All Access Pass is your exclusive backstage access to VFS’s industry-leading Sound Design program and a chance to experience your future creating sound that drives film, television, games, and beyond. You’ll meet our faculty, tour our state-of-the-art production centre, experience demos in ADR, foley, & sound mixing, and more.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. PDT
Location: 400 W Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1L1
*Light food & drink will be provided.
Experience All That the Sound Design Program Offers
VFS’s industry-leading Sound Design diploma program trains artists in a full-immersion studio environment to tell stories through sound – all in just 1 short year. Learn how our Sound Design students have access to world-class facilities including an ADR lab, three sound mixing studios, & a Foley room, and how VFS trains you faster than any other school so that you can enter the industry and join an alumni that’s worked on Loki, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, and Oscar-winner Dune: Part Two.
PLUS, all attendees will receive a 25% discount code for our ‘Intro to Pro Tools’ workshop through VFS CONNECT – our online and in-person short-track workshops & certificate courses.
Experience an ADR Demo
ADR (Automated Dialogue Replacement) is the process of recording dialogue to replace lines initially recorded on set. In this hands-on demo, you’ll experience how dialogue is recorded for both animation and games. Live dialogue will be recorded for the animated short Mind Control Machine as well as for VFS student game Paper Samurai.
Experience a Sound Mixing Demo
VFS’s three mix labs are for both sound designing and editing. Through two demos led by VFS faculty, you’ll get a first-hand overview of the processes involved in designing and editing sound for animation & games. One lab will be dedicated to creating sound for the animated short Mind Control Machine and a second lab for a video game currently in development.
Experience a Foley Demo
Foley is the art of reproducing everyday sounds (from footsteps to fight scenes) for film, TV, and beyond. Foley Artists act out these movements in real-time to match what’s happening on screen. Through a sound design demo experience led by VFS faculty, you’ll experience this process live as sounds are recorded for a game.
Alumni Showcase and Q&A
We’ll be joined by an alum from VFS’s Sound Design for Visual Media program (stay tuned for this announcement!). They’ll discuss their VFS student experience, how they launched their industry career as a sound designer, and share insights on how to launch your own career.
Discover the Power of Game Audio Implementation
An Audio Implementer identifies where a game requires sound, managing their team to ensure all assets are designed, tested, and delivered. Join VFS Sound Design Instructors in our PC lab to learn about the tools, software, and processes used to build memorable sound experiences as they implement these techniques live into a video game
Meet our Sound Design Faculty
Meet Senior Instructor Brad Hillman as he discusses the 1-year journey of a Sound Design for Visual Media student at VFS. An experienced sound designer with over 15 years of industry experience, Brad has worked in every aspect of film sound and has mixed nearly 1,000 hours of film and TV productions. His honours include a Gemini Award, three Gemini nominations, Genie Award nominations, and a Cinema Audio Society Award.
FAQ
1. What is VFS’s All Access Pass event?
VFS's All Access Pass is an exclusive in-studio experience offering a behind-the-scenes look into Vancouver Film School's Sound Design for film and games program. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet faculty, participate in ADR, Foley, & sound mixing demos, and more. With VFS Sound Design faculty & alumni in attendance, this is also a great networking event for aspiring designers.
2. When and where is the event taking place?
Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. PDT
Location: 400 W Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1L1
3. Who should attend this event?
This event is ideal for anyone interested in pursuing a career in sound design for film, television, animation, or games. Whether you're a high school student exploring post-secondary options or a working creative looking to upskill or pivot into audio post-production, VFS All Access Pass 2025 offers valuable insight into the world of professional sound design.
4. What can I expect during the event?
- A hands-on, immersive experience inside VFS’s industry-grade sound facilities
- Explore key areas of sound design through interactive demos in ADR, Foley, and sound mixing, and discover how audio is crafted for animation and games
- Meet instructors, connect with current students, and tour VFS’s cutting-edge campus
- Get exclusive career insights on how to become a sound designer from a VFS alum (soon to be announced!)
- Receive a 25% discount on our Intro to Pro Tools workshop
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.