At VCAD, success is more than just a goal—it’s the story we help our students create. Discover inspiring testimonials and grad Highlights showcasing the journeys of talented individuals who turned their passion into a thriving career. From design to animation to digital arts, these stories highlight the possibilities that await when creativity meets opportunity. Explore their journeys and imagine the future you can build with VCAD.
3D Modeling Animation Art and Design
Ryan F. is a 3D animator from Vancouver. His proficiency with Maya allows him to bring popular animated characters to life in his own unique style! He highlights his enjoyment of keyframing and body mechanics in this motion graphic.
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Graphic Design
Ryan is a creative powerhouse who always introduces a refreshing take to his creative work. Now working for Lululemon as a full-time Graphic Designer, he continues to push the boundaries of his creatives in brand identity, and packaging design.
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Graphic Design Programs
3D Animation Programs
Interior Design Programs
Architecture Technology Programs
Gaming Programs
Fashion Design Programs
Marketing and Merchandising Programs
Visual Effects Programs
The most important thing that I learned at VCAD was how to use software - graphic design software.
What drew me to the interior design program was that it was a creative industry and also that it's business oriented.
I chose VCAD because of all the options and programs that they offered, and I wanted to succeed and through not just my classes but also making like really cool things that I'm proud of.
The instructors are really helpful, even outside school projects. They gave me a lot of advice about improving my skills as a graphic designer.
The most valuable part of the program is the one on one time with the teachers. They are always willing to go out of their way to make sure you understand what you are doing.
We have very important classes that are very useful in the industry. Really good hands-on and technical classes.
The teachers, being a part of the industry, have really amazing contacts with people working in the industry, and I have been able to take advantage of opportunities that I have received through VCAD.
Coming to VCAD allowed me to have an international environment around me, international influences in my learning and international instructors. That was my goal because you can't learn design in a silo; I wanted influences from all backgrounds. One of the key things that I learned from the programs that prepared me for the field was when we did site visits, site measures and when we went to the trade showrooms.
VCAD was very hands-on. We were constantly working on our portfolio. I had classes with actual game designers - teachers who taught animations and were actual working as animators in the industry.
VCAD has definitely prepared me for the job. We use all of the same programs that we learned. It is nice to go into the job knowing what to do. I would recommend VCAD as a place to go. The teachers are incredible - they are always helpful and are there for you all the time. The resources are great!
I chose VCAD because the program stuck out to me because it goes more in-depth and teaches you everything you need to know. At VCAD, the instructors are pretty hands-on and they give you one on one time which is definitely helpful
VCAD offered me a ray of ideas and direction to take my ideas. They taught me how to learn the tools in the industry, the industry standards and basics of interacting with clients and companies.
The program has prepared me through working directly with others - with peers and superiors. It is a very hands-on collaboration. My instructors were very knowledgeable and up-to-date, with their own businesses or industry knowledge that they passed on to us.
I really liked the atmosphere and the fact that the teachers work in the industry
We were motivated to do group critiques and group projects to collaborate
They have a lot of modeling and texturing courses, so you learn exactly what goes into building the game world itself.
The Graphic Design program at VCAD has prepared me really well for the industry. I am very confident with my portfolio and showcasing it to other people and firms
My instructors were very friendly and personal. They treat you like you're a part of the industry and not just a random student. They treated me kindly, and I felt like they were people I could count on and trust. I got a lot of practical experience as most of our assignments involved working on real-world projects
The instructors are really experienced. We had instructors from studios like Disney, and they are not just teaching, but also working in the industry.
I got a lot of experience while working on my demo reel. I'm proud of what I have achieved in my time at VCAD
You get one on one attention from the instructors, and it's easy to connect with peers due to the small class sizes
I've always been really creative and artistic my entire life and was struggling to figure out what I wanted to do. I came across the graphic design program at VCAD and it just seemed to fit perfectly. All the instructors are very educated and a lot of them currently work in the industry. They're very helpful with hands-on experience. You get to build connections with each of the instructors.
I took up this program because I was always very interested in the process of making film and decided early on in my childhood to do something like this
I feel very confident in the skills that I've learned. I started very simple and can now make a wonderful piece of work
The instructors are really proficient in keeping us motivated.
Finishing my demo reel is the most pride I've ever had in something I've done
The fact that I can enter the industry by getting trained by instructors who are already working in the industry is pretty amazing to me
My highlight of the program was working on the final project. Seeing it visually come to life made me feel accomplished
The program was very hands-on and the instructors were really helpful and supportive
VCAD appealed to me because of their shorter programs and I wanted to get into the workforce as soon as possible and knew VCAD would be able to get me there sooner
From classes, instructors to the whole experience, I really love that school
The instructors at VCAD taught me how to stay open minded and how to stay on top of my projects
There are a lot of great teachers in this school with valuable knowledge and they take the time to teach you more and get ready for the industry
The learning environment here at VCAD is very inspiring and everybody shares their knowledge
What drew me to VCAD was how helpful the financial services and career services departments were in setting me up for success and helping find jobs after graduation.
Enrolling at VCAD was the best decision of my life.
The mentorship from instructors really moulded me into a better designer.
VCAD helped me succeed in not just my classes, but also in my creative projects
At VCAD, you can push your boundaries as you have all these instructors who support you and are always there to work with your ideas.
My instructors remembered something that I told them a year ago, and that dream led me to where I am now
I feel like I've gained a lot of amazing incredible opportunities from going to school here I've met incredible people and I've made wonderful connections
"Learning so many of the different programs....learning AUTOCAD....I have that confidence because I came here."
"For the program, they teach us everything that is involved in the industry. Whether you're gaming, film or just TV. They teach you how the pipeline works, the people you'll be working with and the programs you'll be working with."
"The teachers are nice to me and they're always available to help me for whatever question I have and the knowledge is pretty good. I feel like I learned a lot."
"The career services here at VCAD helped me connect with people and now I have upcoming interviews. It's good to know that I'm going to be able to find a job after school."
"My favourite thing about VCAD is how tight-knit the students can be and how tight-knit the teachers can be with the students. I find it means a lot more one-on-one time, more working together to make sure you have the best project possible, a lot of trading skills and techniques."
"The teachers have really amazing contacts with people who are right now in the industry and I have been able to take advantage of opportunities that I have received through vcad, even volunteering opportunities, employment as well. So I'm really thankful to have access to those connections."
"Our instructors care about you , if they see you put in the effort, they help you out. If you need extra insight about a specific project....I would not describe is a as student instructor relationship. it's more that they treat you like an equal professional."
Recent graduates showcased their talents at the Summer 2017 Portfolio Show and shared what it was like to be a VCAD student.
"One of the most important things I learned at VCAD was how to be an independent designer."
“VCAD was very hands on. We constantly had to do work. A lot of the schools I attended before had been very theoretical but at VCAD the entire focus was having something to present to potential employers."
"I went into the program interested in fashion marketing and merchandising but I came out of it being skilled in it."
"I didn't know any of the programs before I started. I really loved [...] learning how to put my own designs and styles into a final product for businesses."
"Listening to the teachers talk about their work [...], they work in the industry. These people know their stuff!"
"The only way I'm going to get better is if I learn and go to school and perfect my craft."
"No one can ever say that you can't do something. I came into this program not knowing how to do anything and I'm really proud of what I've come out with today."
I was an accountant for 10 years and hated it. One day I realized I love and missed art and decided to pursue it as a career. I enjoyed the small class sizes and the instructors and their teaching style.
I have always been creative but never had a channel for my creativity. I was nervous because I did not have an artistic background or anything to show, but the instructors made me comfortable and saw that I was passionate and that is all I needed to succeed. The best part of the program were the instructors.
I chose VCAD because it had a good location and the program fit my needs. The small class and close-knit student community is great! The instructors encouraged me and gave me one-on-one mentorship based on their industry experience.
I chose VCAD because presented a program much better and intuitive than my previous school. Instructors are great. They helped by providing feedback right away and explaining the use of programs we had to use on the job.
I chose to pursue 3D Modelling because I am really into video games which sparked my art interests. I chose VCAD mainly because they had 3 life drawing courses, which is very important for me and my future career pursuit. The instructors are great! They are professional and very helpful by putting us in real-life situations.
I chose to pursue because art has always been an inspiration for me. I chose VCAD because they have a good background and great instructors. VCAD provided us with many opportunities for our future.
I stumbled onto the VCAD website and found everything I was looking for. I loved meeting the instructors and students, everyone has a different background and experience. The instructors go out of the way to ensure my success.
I have always been interested in the technical aspects of sewing and pattern making. I was very impressed with the instructors and their knowledge and background in the industry. I owe everything to my instructors.
The most important thing that I learned at VCAD was how to use software - graphic design software.
What drew me to the interior design program was that it was a creative industry and also that it's business oriented.
I chose VCAD because of all the options and programs that they offered, and I wanted to succeed and through not just my classes but also making like really cool things that I'm proud of.
The instructors are really helpful, even outside school projects. They gave me a lot of advice about improving my skills as a graphic designer.
The most valuable part of the program is the one on one time with the teachers. They are always willing to go out of their way to make sure you understand what you are doing.
We have very important classes that are very useful in the industry. Really good hands-on and technical classes.
The teachers, being a part of the industry, have really amazing contacts with people working in the industry, and I have been able to take advantage of opportunities that I have received through VCAD.
Coming to VCAD allowed me to have an international environment around me, international influences in my learning and international instructors. That was my goal because you can't learn design in a silo; I wanted influences from all backgrounds. One of the key things that I learned from the programs that prepared me for the field was when we did site visits, site measures and when we went to the trade showrooms.
VCAD was very hands-on. We were constantly working on our portfolio. I had classes with actual game designers - teachers who taught animations and were actual working as animators in the industry.
VCAD has definitely prepared me for the job. We use all of the same programs that we learned. It is nice to go into the job knowing what to do. I would recommend VCAD as a place to go. The teachers are incredible - they are always helpful and are there for you all the time. The resources are great!
I chose VCAD because the program stuck out to me because it goes more in-depth and teaches you everything you need to know. At VCAD, the instructors are pretty hands-on and they give you one on one time which is definitely helpful
VCAD offered me a ray of ideas and direction to take my ideas. They taught me how to learn the tools in the industry, the industry standards and basics of interacting with clients and companies.
The program has prepared me through working directly with others - with peers and superiors. It is a very hands-on collaboration. My instructors were very knowledgeable and up-to-date, with their own businesses or industry knowledge that they passed on to us.
I really liked the atmosphere and the fact that the teachers work in the industry
We were motivated to do group critiques and group projects to collaborate
They have a lot of modeling and texturing courses, so you learn exactly what goes into building the game world itself.
The Graphic Design program at VCAD has prepared me really well for the industry. I am very confident with my portfolio and showcasing it to other people and firms
My instructors were very friendly and personal. They treat you like you're a part of the industry and not just a random student. They treated me kindly, and I felt like they were people I could count on and trust. I got a lot of practical experience as most of our assignments involved working on real-world projects
The instructors are really experienced. We had instructors from studios like Disney, and they are not just teaching, but also working in the industry.
I got a lot of experience while working on my demo reel. I'm proud of what I have achieved in my time at VCAD
You get one on one attention from the instructors, and it's easy to connect with peers due to the small class sizes
I've always been really creative and artistic my entire life and was struggling to figure out what I wanted to do. I came across the graphic design program at VCAD and it just seemed to fit perfectly. All the instructors are very educated and a lot of them currently work in the industry. They're very helpful with hands-on experience. You get to build connections with each of the instructors.
I took up this program because I was always very interested in the process of making film and decided early on in my childhood to do something like this
I feel very confident in the skills that I've learned. I started very simple and can now make a wonderful piece of work
The instructors are really proficient in keeping us motivated.
Finishing my demo reel is the most pride I've ever had in something I've done
The fact that I can enter the industry by getting trained by instructors who are already working in the industry is pretty amazing to me
My highlight of the program was working on the final project. Seeing it visually come to life made me feel accomplished
The program was very hands-on and the instructors were really helpful and supportive
VCAD appealed to me because of their shorter programs and I wanted to get into the workforce as soon as possible and knew VCAD would be able to get me there sooner
From classes, instructors to the whole experience, I really love that school
The instructors at VCAD taught me how to stay open minded and how to stay on top of my projects
There are a lot of great teachers in this school with valuable knowledge and they take the time to teach you more and get ready for the industry
The learning environment here at VCAD is very inspiring and everybody shares their knowledge
What drew me to VCAD was how helpful the financial services and career services departments were in setting me up for success and helping find jobs after graduation.
Enrolling at VCAD was the best decision of my life.
The mentorship from instructors really moulded me into a better designer.
VCAD helped me succeed in not just my classes, but also in my creative projects
At VCAD, you can push your boundaries as you have all these instructors who support you and are always there to work with your ideas.
My instructors remembered something that I told them a year ago, and that dream led me to where I am now
I feel like I've gained a lot of amazing incredible opportunities from going to school here I've met incredible people and I've made wonderful connections
"Learning so many of the different programs....learning AUTOCAD....I have that confidence because I came here."
"For the program, they teach us everything that is involved in the industry. Whether you're gaming, film or just TV. They teach you how the pipeline works, the people you'll be working with and the programs you'll be working with."
"The teachers are nice to me and they're always available to help me for whatever question I have and the knowledge is pretty good. I feel like I learned a lot."
"The career services here at VCAD helped me connect with people and now I have upcoming interviews. It's good to know that I'm going to be able to find a job after school."
"My favourite thing about VCAD is how tight-knit the students can be and how tight-knit the teachers can be with the students. I find it means a lot more one-on-one time, more working together to make sure you have the best project possible, a lot of trading skills and techniques."
"The teachers have really amazing contacts with people who are right now in the industry and I have been able to take advantage of opportunities that I have received through vcad, even volunteering opportunities, employment as well. So I'm really thankful to have access to those connections."
"Our instructors care about you , if they see you put in the effort, they help you out. If you need extra insight about a specific project....I would not describe is a as student instructor relationship. it's more that they treat you like an equal professional."
Recent graduates showcased their talents at the Summer 2017 Portfolio Show and shared what it was like to be a VCAD student.
"One of the most important things I learned at VCAD was how to be an independent designer."
“VCAD was very hands on. We constantly had to do work. A lot of the schools I attended before had been very theoretical but at VCAD the entire focus was having something to present to potential employers."
"I went into the program interested in fashion marketing and merchandising but I came out of it being skilled in it."
"I didn't know any of the programs before I started. I really loved [...] learning how to put my own designs and styles into a final product for businesses."
"Listening to the teachers talk about their work [...], they work in the industry. These people know their stuff!"
"The only way I'm going to get better is if I learn and go to school and perfect my craft."
"No one can ever say that you can't do something. I came into this program not knowing how to do anything and I'm really proud of what I've come out with today."
I was an accountant for 10 years and hated it. One day I realized I love and missed art and decided to pursue it as a career. I enjoyed the small class sizes and the instructors and their teaching style.
I have always been creative but never had a channel for my creativity. I was nervous because I did not have an artistic background or anything to show, but the instructors made me comfortable and saw that I was passionate and that is all I needed to succeed. The best part of the program were the instructors.
I chose VCAD because it had a good location and the program fit my needs. The small class and close-knit student community is great! The instructors encouraged me and gave me one-on-one mentorship based on their industry experience.
I chose VCAD because presented a program much better and intuitive than my previous school. Instructors are great. They helped by providing feedback right away and explaining the use of programs we had to use on the job.
I chose to pursue 3D Modelling because I am really into video games which sparked my art interests. I chose VCAD mainly because they had 3 life drawing courses, which is very important for me and my future career pursuit. The instructors are great! They are professional and very helpful by putting us in real-life situations.
I chose to pursue because art has always been an inspiration for me. I chose VCAD because they have a good background and great instructors. VCAD provided us with many opportunities for our future.
I stumbled onto the VCAD website and found everything I was looking for. I loved meeting the instructors and students, everyone has a different background and experience. The instructors go out of the way to ensure my success.
I have always been interested in the technical aspects of sewing and pattern making. I was very impressed with the instructors and their knowledge and background in the industry. I owe everything to my instructors.
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