PROGRAM CONTENT
InFocus Film School’s 3D Animation and Visual Effects Program puts you on a fast-track towards an exciting career in the VFX and animation industry. Our team of industry experts will help you build a portfolio and create a demo reel designed to catch the attention of major Vancouver VFX studios.
Small class sizes help our industry-professional instructors get to know you on a personal level and work one-on-one to develop your style, ethics, and goals. With their guidance, you will develop an eclectic demo reel that spans multiple fields, opening a universe of opportunity in the hottest city for visual effects and 3D animation.
CREDENTIAL
Diploma
SPECIALIZATIONS
In term 3, choose your field of specialization: 3D Modeling, Animation, or Visual Effects.
DEMO REEL
As a 3D or VFX artist, your demo reel will be your most important tool in showcasing your skills to studios. Our projects are shaped to create the most stunning portfolio possible, and advanced industry mentorship will allow you to build a reel designed specifically to catch the attention of employers in your field of specialization.
CAREER PATHS
Immediate employment opportunities for graduates may include Compositor, VFX Animator, Render Wrangler, 3D Modeler, 3D Animator, Character Modeler, Environment Modeler, Texture Artist, and a host of other entry-level positions.
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
To be accepted into the Film Production Program, students must:
- Meet the terms of InFocus Film School’s English Proficiency Policy
- If under the age of 19, submit proof of successful completion of grade 12 (or equivalent)
START DATES
Fall 2020: September 21, 2020 – July 9, 2021
Spring 2021: March 8, 2021– February 28, 2022
PROGRAM COSTS
Please select your start date to view tuition.
LEARN FROM THE INDUSTRY’S BEST
LEARN FROM THE INDUSTRY’S BEST
BUILD A PROFESSIONAL DEMO REEL
EDUCATION PATHWAY
We have partnered with Langara College to offer an educational pathway program for graduates of InFocus’ 3D Animation + Visual Effects Program. This agreement allows InFocus graduates to directly enter the second year of studies at Langara’s Advanced Visual Effects Program and opens up the option of Post Graduate Work Permits for international students.
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3D ANIMATION + VISUAL EFFECTS PROGRAM
ODEMARIS BURGOS
Odemaris is a Rotoscopy and RotoPaint Artist who has worked for studios including Lucasfilm’s Industrial Light and Magic, and Zoic Studios.
Credits Include: Stranger Things, The Predator, The Hunger Games: Mocking Jay, Game of Thrones, X-Men: Apocolypse, The Jungle Book, Death Note, Cosmos, and more.
SELMAN KANTARCI
ADRIAN "ED" LEE
Adrian “Ed” Lee is a Houdini and Maya technical director with over six years of experience in the film, television, and games industry.
Credits Include: Game of Thrones, the Hunger Games, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Parts 1 and 2, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix Iron Man 2, Captain America: The First Avenger, Casino Royale, and more.
DARVIN MANWAH
Darvin is the Compositing Supervisor at Side Street Post and a visual effects producer from Vancouver, BC. Over his 10 year career he has worked on over 80 Films and TV series.
Credits Include: Spectral, Once Upon A Time, Legion, The 100, Arrow, RL Stine’s The Haunting Hour, and many more.
SHAUN MCLELLAN
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- Meet the terms of InFocus Film School’s Language Proficiency Policy
- If under 19 years old, provide proof of high school graduation (or equivalent)
PORTFOLIOS
Portfolios are not required, however, submitting one will improve your chances of acceptance. Portfolios may include a video submission up to 2-minutes in length, and/or up to 10 photos or images. Portfolios do not have to be directly VFX related.
Portfolios are used to evaluate the applicant’s photographic, cinematographic, and/or design strength and their passion for visual media. No specific artistic or technical skills are required, however, any an applicant does possess is an asset.
