March 4-5, 2010 – 2-Day Educational Experience for High School Students – Vancouver Film School | Vancouver, BC, Canada
What does it take to get an advantage in your film, animation, game, or design career? It takes talent. It takes passion. It takes Vancouver Film School.
We sought out the most creative and driven high school students in North America for an immersive 2-day educational experience at VFS. The following entertainment arts programs gave accepted students a chance to learn from VFS’s faculty of industry professionals.
Acting | Animation & Visual Effects | Digital Design | Entertainment Business Management | Film Production | Foundation Visual Art & Design | Game Design | Makeup Design for Film & Television | Sound Design for Visual Media | Writing for Film & Television
We captured the following images from 2010's 2-Day Educational Experience at VFS. Students who attended can always add their own photos to the Official VFS flickr Group.
Acting for Film & Television Enter the world of acting for film and TV, from the basics of using your voice and body, to the in-depth work that’s at the core of all acting training.
Animation & Visual Effects Experience animation and explore its processes and potential. See the classical animation techniques and exercises that form the foundation of the entire medium.
Digital Design Designers shape the world around us. See inside the world of Digital Design, from motion to print to the web. You’ll come away with a unique experience to inspire you as you follow your own path in the world of professional design.
Entertainment Business Management Looking for a way into the world of film and television, music, video games, and live entertainment? Under the guidance of music industry experts and network TV veterans, you’ll see how to be a driving force behind the scenes.
Film Production Whether you’re an aspiring director, cinematographer, art director, or editor, discover what it takes to bring a project from script to screen.
Foundation Visual Art & Design See how the one-year Foundation program at VFS enables you to push your creative boundaries and discover your talents in the disciplines of film, design, games, and animation.
Game Design Get a one-of-a-kind inside look at the vital, dynamic role of the game designer. You’ll see firsthand why Game Design students at VFS receive such a broad education in one year.
Makeup Design for Film & Television From the beauty to the beast, experience the wide range of skills needed for the successful makeup artist in film and TV.
Sound Design for Visual Media What’s a film or game experience without sound? Explore the disciplines and techniques taught in the full-time Sound Design program and how sound designers make a mark on visual media.
Writing for Film & Television Discover the essential components of successful screenwriting. Learn how character, dialogue, story, pitching, selling, and the realities of the entertainment business come together to make an effective screenplay that sells.
How VFS Will Select Applicants
All applications will be reviewed and assessed by a panel of Vancouver Film School faculty and staff.
Are You a Teacher or Counsellor?
We're also inviting you to join in! We're giving teachers and parents a chance to accompany qualifying students to VFS, where you'll be able to see the school for yourself and hear more about our one-year programs. Email us to let us know you're interested in attending.
Ready to join VFS full-time? Speak to an Advisor now.