Key Takeaways
- 903 Vancouver Film School alumni have worked within the Marvel Cinematic Universe – earning 1874 combined credits across film and television.
- VFS grads have contributed to every single Marvel film & series ever released – from Iron Man to Fantastic Four: First Steps.
- From animation and VFX to sound and makeup, VFS alumni are shaping the Marvel Universe across departments – often within a year of graduating.
The Marvel Cinematic Universe is a worldwide phenomenon. The highest-grossing film franchise in history, its total worldwide gross currently sits at a staggering $30 billion. Meanwhile, on the small screen, its 20 series have been streamed for billions of hours on Disney+. Whether or not you’re a fan of the superhero genre, one thing’s for certain – Marvel has truly become an entertainment empire.
At Vancouver Film School, our alumni can be found in all corners of the creative industries, across all genres, across all franchises. This is especially true when it comes to Marvel. We recently did a deep dive into our alumni’s work across all Marvel films & series, and the results were… INCREDIBLE. As of 2025, we are excited to report that 903 Vancouver alumni have worked within the Marvel Cinematic Universe for a total of 1874 credits!
The secret behind this success? It’s not superpowers – it’s VFS training.
CASE STUDY: VFS ALUMNI IN THE MARVEL UNIVERSE
As avid film & tv lovers, it was a thrill to run the numbers and tally up all of the times our creative heroes helped build the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Below is a summary of the impact our alumni have made across Marvel film and television.
VFS Alumni in Marvel Films
Our grads have worked on all 37 Marvel movie ever released. Every. Single. ONE! From Iron Man to Fantastic Four: First Steps and everything in between, our alumni have seen it all. While this includes nearly all VFS programs, the majority of these alumni come from our 3D Animation & Visual Effects program (79%!):
- 697 alumni have worked on a Marvel film, with a grand total of 1597 credits
- With 90 total credits, Black Panther tops the list of Marvel films with the most VFS alumni
- 47 VFS alumni worked on the #1 grossing Marvel film to-date: Avengers: Endgame
- 4 alumni have worked on 10 or more Marvel films: Neil Russel Tan, Philip Minter, Chak Ming Cobol Yu, and Adam Bradley
- 44 alumni have worked on a Marvel movie within 1 year of graduating from VFS!
VFS Alumni in Marvel Television
Just as with Marvel films, VFS alumni have worked on every Marvel TV series, from WandaVision to Echo. Once again, VFS’s 3D Animation & Visual Effects program featured the highest number of grads, at 71%:
- 206 alumni have worked on a Marvel TV show, for a grand total of 277 credits
- With 49 total credits, Loki is the Marvel series featuring the most VFS grads
- Sound Design for Visual Media alum Jonathan Borland has worked on 5 Marvel series, including Hawkeye and WandaVision
- Makeup Design for Film & Television alum Quinn Evans was hired as an Assistant Makeup Artist on Helstrom within their first year of graduating
ABOUT VANCOUVER FILM SCHOOL’S WORLD-CLASS TRAINING
To paraphrase Uncle Ben – “With great training comes great opportunity.” It all starts right here at Vancouver Film School, and the doors that a VFS education opens are endless! Here’s why our alumni succeed, especially within the Marvel Cinematic Universe:
- Superior Curriculum: We offer an unparalleled 1-year training model, with master instructors pulled directly from the entertainment industry. VFS’s curriculum is regularly updated and realigned to be in lockstep with the most current industry standards.
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: VFS students have access to cutting-edge facilities across 8 production centres from day 1. This includes film sets & studios, a 64,000 cubic ft. performance & motion capture volume, mixing labs & recording studios, a 180-degree green screen room, makeup labs, screening rooms & theatres, industry-standard software, and more. Students work with the same equipment and software being utilized by professionals across the creative industries.
- Production-Focused Training: Students build a powerful, multi-piece creative portfolio that will serve as their industry calling card as they begin their career.
- An Extensive Network: Students forge strong connections with their fellow cohort, with our alumni, and with leading industry professionals – all of which will last a lifetime.
BE THE NEXT TO JOIN THE MARVEL UNIVERSE
Ready to get started at Vancouver Film School? Apply today admissions to start your 1-year creative training journey and acquire the skill set you’ll need to work on blockbuster franchises like Marvel. VFS offers 12 production programs in Film, Animation Games, & Creative Design to fully prepare you for the industry of your choice. Our Admissions Advisors are standing by to help get you started.
Read about other recent alumni successes, including the 5 VFS graduates on Black Mirror and 12 alumni credits on A Minecraft Movie.
FAQ
1. How many VFS grads have worked on Marvel films and TV?
As of 2025, 903 VFS alumni have worked across Marvel films and TV series, earning 1874 total credits; that number only keeps growing.
2. How quickly do VFS grads get hired in the industry?
Many alumni have landed Marvel credits within a year of graduation – with 45 VFS grads working on Marvel projects within their first year alone.
3. How can I become a Vancouver Film School alumni working in Hollywood?
Vancouver Film School’s entertainment career training will help you launch your career in the film and TV industry in just 1 year! Book an appointment with a VFS Admissions Advisor to learn more about programs, tuition, scholarships, & more.