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ABOUT VCAD

VCAD is known for its focus on providing well-rounded arts education in an environment that emphasizes creativity and individuality. Our campuses in Vancouver and Calgary will prepare you for a new and rewarding career in art and design. Our grads have received Canadian and international honours in fashion, design, architecture, and more. VCAD is at the forefront of new technology and innovation to prepare graduates for dynamic careers in art and design.

CHOOSE YOUR ART

Get Inspired at VCAD

At VCAD, we offer you the flexibility to choose from virtual classes that you can attend from anywhere in Canada or embark on a journey to success at one of our premier campus locations in Calgary and Vancouver.

3D Modeling Animation Art and Design

Train for a career in 3D animation and design. Study the fundamentals of digital animation, modelling, and storytelling.
- Study vancouver
- Study calgary
- Study online
Architecture Design and Technology

VCAD’s Architecture Design & Technology program will help you turn your creative aesthetic into a career.
- Study vancouver
- Study calgary
- Study online
Fashion Design - Specialization in Marketing

Explore your inner fashion expert and turn your love of style and business into a rewarding career with this Specialization diploma.
- Study vancouver
Game Development and Design

Learn how to make video games for a living. Train at VCAD and transform your passion into a lifelong career.
- Study vancouver
- Study online
Graphic Design

The courses that you take in our Graphic Design program will give you the knowledge and skills to launch your creative career.
- Study vancouver
- Study calgary
- Study online
Interior Design

VCAD’s Interior Design program provides industry-relevant training that will prepare you for this highly rewarding profession
- Study vancouver
- Study calgary
- Study online
Interior Design with Co-op

VCAD’s Interior Design program provides industry-relevant training that will prepare you for this highly rewarding profession.
- Study vancouver
Marketing and Merchandising for Fashion

Never choose between beautiy and brains again. Learn about fashion promotion, retail buying, forecasting, brand management, and much more.
- Study online
Marketing and Merchandising for Fashion - Marketing Specialization

Combine your joint passions for fashion and marketing! The global fashion industry relies on marketing and merchandising professionals.
- Study calgary
Marketing and Merchandising for Fashion - Merchandising Specialization

Prepare to excel in the dynamic fashion retail field! This program will ensure you have the skills to succeed in the fashion business.
- Study calgary
Mobile Game Design and Development

Want to be a mobile game developer? Mobile devices have evolved communication and entertainment, making it a fast-growing career!
- Study online

AWARDS & Honours

A Leading Design School in Canada
Proud Platinum sponsor of Skills Canada BC
Best Game & animation school in canada
TOP 10 Best GAMING, ART & Design Schools in Canada
VOTED #1 BEST ART SCHOOL

Students have won awards and scholarships from the following companies:

Where our grads work

View our student portfolios and see what kind of jobs our grads and students have landed with their talents and skills.

232 Game Development and Design Graduates

410 Graphic Design Graduates

264 Interior Design Graduates

410 Graphic Design Graduates

263 3D Modeling Animation Art and Design Graduates

232 Game Development and Design Graduates

264 Interior Design Graduates

54 Fashion Design Graduates

410 Graphic Design Graduates

264 Interior Design Graduates

232 Game Development and Design Graduates

410 Graphic Design Graduates

264 Interior Design Graduates

410 Graphic Design Graduates

263 3D Modeling Animation Art and Design Graduates

232 Game Development and Design Graduates

264 Interior Design Graduates

54 Fashion Design Graduates

410 Graphic Design Graduates

264 Interior Design Graduates

Testimonials

Maricel Benjamin

The instructors are really helpful, even outside school projects. They gave me a lot of advice about improving my skills as a graphic designer.

Interior Design

Katrina Selkirk
3D Modeling Animation Art and Design

Katrina Selkirk

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.
3D Modeling Animation Art and Design
Jae Esmane
Fashion Design

Jae Esmane

We have very important classes that are very useful in the industry. Really good hands-on and technical classes.
Fashion Design
Alisha Rempel
Fashion Design

Alisha Rempel

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.
Fashion Design

ABOUT OUR INSTRUCTORS

Learn from industry leaders & celebrity instructors.

At VCAD, our instructors are industry leaders and celebrities in their respective fields, working for and having experience in today's top companies. These expert instructors provide valuable industry insight on top of teaching fundamentals, technical skills and best practices. Ensuring you receive the best, most up-to-date, and innovative course material to be successful in your career.

Andy Helmi
Visual Effects Art and Design
Since 1996, Andy has worked with several high-profile companies and runs a freelance digital media company. He has over 15 years of education experience.
Diana Dohui Kwak
Interior Design
On top of being an active instructor, Diana is an industry leader in Vancouver's interior design scene at Fusion Projects, where she is an intermediate designer who leads teams and high-profile projects.
Elena Schneider Barnes
Interior Design
Elena has more than a decade's experience designing spaces for some of the world's biggest companies. This background, talents, and global scope make her an incredible addition to the Interior and Archtecture Design Technology programs.
Sean Stubbs
Graphic Design
Sean has been an instructor and luminary in Vancouver’s Web Design and Development/UX/UI community for over two decades, and is now the Lead Visual Arts Instructor/Program Coordinator for Graphic Design at VCAD
Maria Kazakevich
3D Modeling Animation Art and Design
Maria comes to VCAD with more than a decade's experience in the animation industry. Her skills in visual and creature effects give her a unique perspective on the technical and artistic aspects of careers in animation.
Jared Barber
3D Modeling Animation Art and Design
Jared is one of our most experienced instructors at VCAD and has spent the last 25 years accross the industry contributing to movies, games, and television, and during that time has also built a solid reputation as an educator.
Ricardo Piedrahita
Interior Design with Co-op
Hailing from Columbia, Ricardo brings an international perspective to the Interior and Architecture programs at VCAD. With more than 30 years of experience, his wealth of knowledge provides an invaluable resource for students.
Victoria Patterson
Marketing and Merchandising for Fashion - Marketing Specialization
Victoria is the National Director of Academics for our Fashion programs. She has an extensive history in fashion design and marketing and owns her fashion label Trippy Hippy Clothing.
Wade Jabbour
Graphic Design
Wade is an experienced communication designer who specializes in brand identity, digital and print design, and information graphics. He has been involved in the design industry for over 20 years and has worked in various roles, from web designer to creative director.
Kiona Cai
Graphic Design
Having joined the VCAD roster of instructors in 2019, Kiona has made a name for herself among our students. She has a diverse background working across digital, print, and photography. She is also a skilled artist with a strong portfolio of conceptual works.
Julie Berg
Fashion Design
A VCAD instructor since 2011, Julie has been involved in the fashion industry for more than 25 years and has in-depth knowledge of design and marketing.
Alice Scheuerman
Fashion Design
Alice has a diverse background in branding, advertising, fashion design, and marketing, making her a welcome addition to the VCAD Fashion department.
Ali Bordbar
Game Development and Design
Ali has been with VCAD since the summer of 2018 and has spent years honing his craft in the game development industry across various roles.
Ljubomir Milic
3D Modeling Animation Art and Design
Ljubomir is an experienced lead modeler with a demonstrated animation and gaming industry repertoire. He has become a sought-after leader in 3d modeling roles and is an excellent addition to the VCAD community.
Enrico Westley
Visual Effects Art and Design
Since joining the VCAD community in 2022, Enrico has established himself as a knowledgeable and approachable instructor within the Animation department.
Chris Pettigrew
Visual Effects Art and Design
Chris has a varied background in live-action and fully CG animation and has worked on projects for feature films, animated tv series, games, and renderings for real estate development.
Heather Arthurs
Interior Design
Heather is the director of VCAD's Interior Design and Architectural Design Technology programs. With more than 25 years within the industry, Heather has a wealth of knowledge to bring to the classroom and her approachable personality make her a beloved instructor.
Leo Talento
Game Development and Design
With over 20 years of experience in film, game and cinematic experiences, Leo brings a wealth of knowledge to the classroom with a large assortment of skill sets ranging from digital and traditional art, character creation and environmental construction.