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Universal Arts School
Short Course: How to Enter the Special Effects and Post-Production Industry
- Los Angeles, USA
- Valencia, Spain
Course
Full time
1 hour
Distance Learning
Spanish
Are you passionate about special effects? Now you can go from being a mere spectator to dedicating yourself professionally to producing them yourself. It doesn't matter what level you start from or your previous studies. You can become a professional and turn your passion into your profession. We will guide you like true mentors and show you step by step how to achieve it.


Universal Arts School
Free Short Course: How to Enter into the Film, VideoGame, Animation and VFX Industry
- Los Angeles, USA
- Valencia, Spain
Course
Full time
1 hour
Distance Learning
Spanish
Are you passionate about movies, videogames and animation? Now you can go from being a mere expectator to devoting yourself professionally to producing them yourself. It doesn't matter what level you start from or your previous studies. You can become a professional and turn your passion into your profession. We will guide you like true mentors and show you step by step how to achieve it.
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ITECOM Art Design Paris
Certificate in Video Editing / Special Effects
- Paris, France
Certificate
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
French
Virtual editing is done in real time and the evolution of post-production software makes it possible to create simply breathtaking special effects. This training focuses on non-linear editing with Final Cut Pro and creating effects with After Effects. Students must acquire a professional level in editing, special effects and master the aesthetics of the image during production.


Pixel Blue College Inc
3D ANIMATION & VISUAL EFFECTS
- Edmonton, Canada
Diploma
On-Campus
English
3D studies the techniques and tools for producing the next generation of 3D Animation & Visual Effects. 3D Animation builds on the foundations of high-end modeling, texturing, animation, virtual reality, and advanced motion graphics through the exploration of content creation, manipulation, and visual effects. Pixel Blue College's 3D program prepares students for various opportunities in the 3D Animation & Visual Effects industry. Students will be able to find work in architectural engineering, 3D gaming, broadcast, film, television, virtual reality, and many other industries that have a 3D application.


Wellington Institute of Technology
New Zealand Certificate in Makeup Artistry
- Lower Hutt, New Zealand
Certificate
On-Campus
English
Learn fashion makeup and hairstyling for the runway, editorial and private clients. Study special effects, including character design, facial manipulation, ageing, wig styling, trauma effects and body art. Gain valuable business and creative collaboration skills. Get opportunities to gain industry experience in different projects offered. Day makeup, fashion makeup, runway makeup and accompanying hair-styling techniques.


Futuregames
Animator and VFX Artist
- Stockholm, Sweden
- Boden, Sweden
Course
Full time
5 semesters
On-Campus
English
Modern VFX characterizes an entire industry that works with "special effects". Become an Animator and VFX Artist at Futuregames! As an animator & VFX artist, you are responsible for creating movements and special effects for two and three-dimensional graphics. You also need to know how to plan and implement an animation project from idea to finished product. VFX is a broad term and an abbreviation of the English word “visual effects”, whose tradition arose above all in the film industry. Modern VFX is considerably broader and characterizes an entire industry that works with “special effects”, i.e. everything from CGI (computer-generated graphics), compositing (image processing) and motion capture (computer-processed motion recordings), to the various tools and software needed to create it. At a specialized level, it is usually one of these areas that you work with.
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Special Effects degree programs at the Preparatory level introduce you to the exciting world of visual creativity and storytelling. This discipline blends artistic vision with technical skills, setting a solid foundation for your future in the entertainment and media industries.
Through courses in motion graphics, 3D modeling, and compositing, you'll learn essential techniques for creating realistic visual effects. Students build confidence as they engage with industry-standard software and hardware, crafting stunning imagery that enhances narratives. The program emphasizes collaboration, allowing you to work on projects that simulate professional environments and provide insights into real-world industry practices.
As you progress, you'll explore the principles of design and animation, developing your ability to manipulate light, texture, and movement. This hands-on approach fosters creativity while equipping you with the practical skills necessary for a variety of roles in special effects, including digital artist, storyboard artist, and visual effects technician. Graduates enter an industry that values both artistic flair and precision, ready for diverse career opportunities.