Rethinking Your Career Amid COVID-19?

If you’re like many people, COVID-19 has caused you to rethink what you want to do with your career. Maybe you lost your job or realized you’re ready for a change from the one you have. Whatever your situation, the good news is that now you know you want a career that allows your creativity to flourish. You want to put your talent to use and get paid for it.

But the problem is you’re not entirely sure about your career options, and you don’t know how to get the training to start along this new path. To help you figure that out, here’s a list of top creative careers you can train for in under two years. We’ve also included information about the VCAD programs you can take to get there:

3D Modeling

Do you spend way too much time thinking about loveable enchanted snowmen or world-destroying supervillains? If so, you’re ready to become a 3D modeler and bring characters like these to life on screen.

In VCAD’s 3D Modeling Animation Art and Design program, you’ll learn fundamentals including character design, rigging, lighting, and texture. This includes training on industry-standard software such as Maya and ZBrush.

Game Development

FPS, MOBA, RTS, and MMORPG are just random letters to many people, but you know exactly what they mean. That’s a sign you should consider a career in game development.

In the Game Development and Design program, you’ll learn the skills to find work at game development companies, animation studios, and other CGI industry employers. You’ll learn how to create your own game by taking courses in level design, character modelling, and storyboarding.

Graphic Design

You could spend hours admiring and analyzing beautiful layout, typography, and illustration. If that sounds like you, it means you’ve got the mind of a graphic designer.

In the Graphic Design program, you’ll gain the qualifications to work for design agencies, in house, or for your own clients as a freelancer. You’ll learn everything you need to know about Adobe Creative Suite and other software used daily by professional designers.

Fashion Marketing

You’ve seen how top brands market themselves in stores or on Instagram. You know you can do better. Plus, you have a flair for fashion and designing your own clothes. Get the skills and industry knowledge to make it as a professional fashion marketer.

In the Fashion Design – Specialization in Marketing program, you’ll get a foundation in how garments are created and receive specialized training in how to make them fly off the shelves. Key courses cover e-commerce, social media, business strategy, merchandising, and more.

Get Started

Taking your career in a new direction is risky, but there’s also risk in not following your passion. If you’re ready to take the next step, you can get the training you need to start a creatively satisfying career.

By studying at VCAD, you’ll get one-on-one training from instructors with years of experience in these fields. You’ll also learn how to use the latest design software and techniques. Once you’ve sharpened your new skills, you’ll get to showcase your professional-quality portfolio and make industry connections during special student exhibitions.

To learn more about these VCAD programs, fill out the REQUEST INFO form.