Start your creative journey in 2025 at VFS’s Open House in Vancouver.

 

Vancouver Film School invites you to take the first step in your creative career at our Open House. Explore our world-class production centre in-person! From our award-winning industry production programs to our part-time online offerings, post-graduate degree options, and scholarship opportunities, you will get the full scope of the VFS student experience. 

Find out what interests you! All 15 of our programs will have dedicated booths for you to explore and our Admissions team will be happy to assist you with any questions you may have about a creative arts education at VFS.

Event Details:

Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. PST
Location: 151 W Cordova St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1E1

 

Downtown Vancouver

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Discover Our World-Leading Creative Arts Programs:

VFS features 12 industry production programs and 3 preparatory programs taught by creative professionals with the most current industry experience and credits:
 
  • Discover VFS’s 12-month production programs in Film, Animation, Game, & Creative Design and our preparatory Acting, Foundation, & English programs.
  • Learn how you’ll create a powerful portfolio (your industry calling card) through our programs.
  • Find out why Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, MovieMaker, Animation Career Review, Princeton Review Journal, and more have ranked VFS as a world-leading creative arts school.
  • Sample projects created by our students.
  • Speak with our industry faculty about how to launch a career in the creative industry.
  • Get a feel for the VFS student experience.

Discover our Online & On-Campus Workshops and Courses:

VFS CONNECT offers part-time, online & on-campus workshops, certificate courses, and seasonal programming designed to top up your skills, build your professional portfolio, and prepare you for our full-time programs. Whether you’re a high school student planning a career in the entertainment industry or a professional looking to try something new or change careers, VFS CONNECT has endless opportunities. 
 
  • Learn about our workshops (4 days), certificate courses (7-8 weeks), Creative Break, and Summer Intensives in Film, Animation, Game, Creative Design, and more.
  • Find out how VFS CONNECT can help top up your current creative skillset and prepare you for our full-time programs.
  • Gauge your interest before deciding to embark on a full-time program at VFS

Discover VFS Pathways for Additional Bachelor’s and Master’s:

Did you know that through our creative career Pathways you can obtain a bachelor’s or master’s degree in as little as 1-2 years after graduating from VFS? We’ve partnered with renowned post-secondary institutions around the world to give you the option to go further, faster.
 
  • Find out how a VFS Pathway can fast-track your degree.
  • Learn about the different schools and degree options available to you.
  • Learn the ins and outs of studying abroad

Register for a Creative Portfolio Review of Your Work:

Aspiring animators and creative designers – show us what you got! From sketches to demo reels and everything in between, we’d love to view your work – anything that displays your passion for animation or design. This is a fantastic way to connect with the VFS team and find out if you meet the prerequisites for our School of Animation and/or our Digital Design program.
 

Discover the VFS Admissions Process:

Our Open House is not only a chance for you to learn about our programs, but also the perfect opportunity to immediately speak with our Admissions Advisors, who can answer all of your questions.

  • What are the requirements to get into each program?
  • What are the expected costs?
  • Housing? Immigration? What happens after you graduate? If you have a question, we can answer it right away.

Watch our 2024 Showreel to discover how VFS is your creative velocity.

 

 

 

FAQ

 
1. What is VFS Open House?
VFS’s Open House is an in-person event where you can explore Vancouver Film School's award-winning programs, meet instructors and staff, and get a feel for student life. It’s the perfect opportunity to discover how VFS can help you launch your creative career.
 
2. When and where is the event?
  • Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025
  • Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. PST
  • Location: 151 W Cordova St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1E1
 
3. What can I expect at the event?
  • Tour our world-class production facilities
  • Participate in creative portfolio reviews (animators and designers)
  • Meet VFS instructors, staff, and Admissions Advisors to ask any questions about programs, costs, scholarships, and housing
  • Watch our 2024 Showreel showcasing student projects
 
4. How do I register for the event?
You can register for the Open House by clicking here.
 
5. Is the event free?
Yes, attendance to our Open House is free, but registration is required to secure your spot.

 

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