×

Visual Effects School in Vancouver BC

Contact Our School

Lost Boys Studios, Vancouver BC:
Conveniently located in Vancouver BC, Lost Boys Studios | School of Visual Effects is North America's only dedicated visual effects school. We offer an intensive 10-month accredited program supplying world-class training in photo-realistic 3D for VFX and compositing for film and television to students from all over Canada and international students. Students specializing in visual effects can go on to work as VFX or Pre-Visualization Artists in film, TV or videogames.

Mission Statement:

Our mission is to provide expert visual effects training resulting in employable artists with a professional-looking portfolio, competent in their craft and knowledgeable of the working pipeline of a studio.

LBS is governed and advised by the following designations:

- Accredited Institution #3430 with the Private Career Training Institutions Agency of British Columbia (PCTIA)
- Certified as an Education Institution as approved by the Minister of Human Resources and Social Development Canada
- Designated by British Columbia Education Quality Assurance
- Designated by StudentAid BC/Ministry of Advanced Education
- Members of the Visual Effects Society and ACMSiggraph
- Member of the Chamber of Commerce

Advanced Visual Effects Diploma - 10 months:

This is a full-time accelerated program that covers television and feature film quality visual effects production, including 3D, compositing and live-action integration. Students should expect to put in a minimum of 40-60 hours per week, which includes 25 hours per week mandatory in-class time.

Our students work with the award-winning VFX Supervisor/Mentor, Mark Bénard, in a project-based learning environment, covering VFX pre-production and shooting, 3D for VFX and compositing. The program now includes a 8-week practicum in a local studio, so you gain industry mentorship and experience working in a pipeline before you even finish your schooling.

Testimonials:

"I will never forget the experience I had at Lost Boys. The training I received went well beyond my expectations and provided me with a level of exposure to industry-style production that helped prepare me for today’s fast paced work environment in a way that I think very few schools can. Not only did Mark Bénard teach a complete array of industry techniques and practices, but he pushed me to reach my own goals and strive to discover new approaches. Lost Boys absolutely put me where I am today. It was a great experience and is a great way to prepare yourself for a career in Visual Effects and Animation."
- Patrick Switzer, Character Artist, Lost Boys Graduate, Pendulum Studios

"The work being produced by Lost Boys under the guidance of Mark Bénard is top notch. This is some of the best Visual Effects that I’ve seen coming out of a school in a long time."
- Tina Ouellette, Executive Producer, Global Mechanic Media Inc

"Lost Boys provides exactly the kind of curriculum the VFX industry needs; project-based studies that incorporate all aspects of today’s digital pipeline. The students are extremely fortunate to have in Mark Bénard a real, experienced VFX supervisor at the helm of the program, and we know that graduates from Lost Boys will be able to hit the ground running."
- Adam Stern, VFX Supervisor, Artifex Studios

Email: Contact Us

Address: 200 - 495 Railway Street, Vancouver, BC , Canada
Related Schools & Programs. Inquire to our admissions team today:
GLOW Academy - Toronto, Mississauga & Kitchener
Courses / Programs
Conveniently located in the heart of Downtown Toronto ON and serving the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), GLOW Academy provides quality training in Makeup Artistry, Hair Styling, and all areas of Aesthetics. We also have campuses in northern Mississauga and Kitchener ON.

We offer full-time, part-time, evenings and weekend classes with flexible schedules. Specialized cosmetology & beauty courses include Fashion Make-up, Airbrush Makeup, Hair Design, Lash Extensions, Nail Technician courses & more.

We believe that true experience and confidence is built within a practical setting, which is why we are one of the few schools that is excited to provide our students and graduates with the opportunity to gain an extensive amount of practical experience in industry events and our in-house studio.

There are endless opportunities when you become a GLOW Grad. From employment opportunities working for cosmetic companies in a multitude of scenarios, to becoming a self employed freelance makeup artist or even becoming a business owner.

All our programs have been pre-screened with the Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities as single skilled non-vocational certificate programs in compliance with the Private Career College Act, 2005.

Testimonial:
"The overall environment of the school is friendly and everyone is so helpful in achieving my career goals. I've learned a lot of great new techniques in all the courses I have taken so far. Great school! I would recommend this school to all."
Specialized Cosmetology & Aesthetics Certificate Courses:

- Makeup Artistry (Beginner)
- Advanced Fashion Makeup Artistry
- Advanced Bridal Makeup 
- Airbrush Makeup Artistry
- TV & Special Effects Makeup
- Fantasy Makeup
- Hair Design
- Bridal Hair Design
- Fashion Hair Design
- Hair Extensions
- Facials Certificate
- Lash Extension
- Spa Manicure
- Spa Pedicure 
- Relaxation & Hot Stone Massage
- Acrylic Nails
- Gel Nails 
- Single Class Certificates (3-8 Hours)
ITD Canada, Vancouver
Courses / Programs
Established in 1999, ITD (Institute of Technology, Development & Management) Canada is a privately-funded polytechnic college in North Vancouver, BC. The college offers industry-specific certificate and diploma courses in the fields of Hospitality, Arts, IT, and Business to Canadian students and international students from around the world.

ITD Canada is accredited by PCTIA (Private Career Training Institutions Agency) which is the government agency that oversees the private colleges and universities in the province of British Columbia.

Our training staff are all seasoned practitioners with years of classroom experience. Many are well-known instructors from local universities and colleges. Our class sizes are small and course schedules are flexible to accommodate both full-time and part-time students.

Business co-ops or internships (work experience placements) are an integral component of our diploma programs. The first co-op provides students with entry level jobs while the second co-op session strives to provide students with positions that will lead to entry-level management positions.
School of Hospitality
- Executive Hotel Management Diploma (Co-op)

School of Business
- Global Business Management Diploma (Co-op)
- Accounting & Finance Diploma (Co-op)

School of Arts
- Interior Design Diploma ( Co-op)
- Jewellery Art and Diploma (Co-op)
- Digital Film Production Diploma (Co-op)
- Graphic Design Diploma (Co-op)

School of IT
- Information Technology Diploma (Co-op)
- Network Diploma
- Programming Diploma

School of English
- English As a Foreign Language Course
Canadian College Of Business, Science & Technology
Courses / Programs
Canadian College of Business, Science & Technology (CCBST) is a Toronto-based Career College offering an array of certificate & diploma courses in the field of Management, Science and Technology. The College offers several full time and part-time diploma programs and numerous certification courses, ranging in duration from three months to two years, in fields such as Accounting, Business, Computers and Health Care. The college is registered as a career college with Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.

The School of Business addresses the need for graduates with a broad understanding of international issues in the finance, marketing, banking, accounting, administration, entrepreneurship, insurance and general management sectors.

The School of Science specializes in training people for exciting opportunities in the world of health with inputs from industry experts. The School of Technology offers technology and IT programs, with a strong technical curriculum and a broad range of other educational opportunities.
Full & Part-time Diploma and Certificate Programs:

Business Diploma Programs:
- Accounting & Payroll
- Computerized Accounting
- Administrative Assistant
- Legal Office Administrator
- Business Administration
- Financial Planner...

Information Technology Programs:
- Network Technician
- Web Technician
- PC Technician
- Microsoft ASP.NET Developer...

Healthcare Diploma Programs:
- Diploma in Health Office Administrator
- Diploma in Pharmacy Assistant
- Early Childcare Assistant
- Personal Support Worker
CIMT College, Brampton & Mississauga
Courses / Programs
Established in 1998, CIMT (Canadian Institute of Management and Technology) College is a registered Private Career College in Brampton and Mississauga, Ontario. We provide undergraduate and postgraduate diploma courses in the fields of Management and Technology. In addition, we offer a range of short career training programs in business, computing, accounting and languages. We welcome international students.

Brampton and Mississauga are cities in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and enjoy close proximity to the international airport. Both cities provide an ideal environment for small business and large corporations, as well as being close to the multinational corporations in Toronto offering tremendous employment opportunities. Both Brampton and Mississauga offer easy access to the CIMT campuses by bus, rail as well as air for international students.
Undergraduate Diploma Courses:
- Telecommunications Technology
- Accounts Administration
- Office Administration
- Network Administration
- Bollywood Acting
- Personal Support Worker
- Early Childcare Assistant
- Food Service Worker
- Medical Office Administration
- Legal Office Administration

Postgraduate Diploma Courses:
- Telecommunications
- Network Administration
- Business Management
- Retail Management

We also offer a range of short courses in business, computing, accounting and languages.
Canadian College, Vancouver
Courses / Programs
The Canadian College (which is located in the heart of Vancouver) offers several internationaly recognized Certificates and Diplomas in Business Management and Hospitality Operations. International students can receive paid work in Canada by taking the Hospitality Operations Diploma Co-op or the Business Management Diploma Co-op.

Canadian College is conveniently located within one block of Robson Street, Bus/Skytrain Station, 7-11, Major Banks etc. It has unique and renovated classrooms, with a capacity of 300 students in total. Classrooms are located on the 2nd floor and offices on the 4th floor. Students can enjoy the large rooftop garden on the 5th floor.

There are various accommodation options available to our students, including homestay accommodation with a local host family or student residence. Canadian College has an in-house full-time homestay & accommodation coordinator.
Business Management
· Business Administration Certificate
· International Business Certificate
· International Business Management Diploma
· Business Management Diploma Co-op

International Trade
· International Trade Diploma Co-op
· International Trade Diploma
· International Trade Training Certificate

Hospitality Operations
· Food & Beverage Certificate
· Hospitality Operations Certificate
· International Hospitality Operations Diploma
· Hospitality Operations Diploma Co-op
Academy of Learning - Ottawa
Courses / Programs
The Academy of Learning is Canada’s largest network of career colleges. We have almost 90 campuses throughout Canada, including Ottawa, Ontario. The Academy of Learning is considered Canada’s most effective and respected college, offering diploma and certificate courses covering a wide range of career, business and computer skills. Programs include business administration, HR management, graphic & web design, accounting, customer service training and many others. Students can acquire new skills with the diploma programs and upgrade their existing ones with certificate programs. We welcome international students.

At Academy of Learning, the focus is on student learning rather than teaching through the Integrated Learning method which is a self-paced, flexible style of learning. Students have the option of training in these programs on a full-time or part-time basis. You can start your program at any time and set your own schedule - mornings, evenings, or weekends. One-on-one instruction and monitoring is provided by trained, on-site facilitators.
Academy of Learning offers diploma and certificate programs in areas such as:

- Accounting and Payroll
- Business and Marketing
- Customer Service
- Healthcare Services
- Information Technology
- Office Administration
- Web and Graphic Design
- ESL- Grammar, Writing, Communication