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A VFX, game art, asset creation, and animation school empowering the next generation of creators
Since 2005, Think Tank has provided artists with a personalized and hands-on education that primes them for a rewarding career in the CG industry. Their online, campus, and hybrid programs allow you to study from anywhere in the world, in person, or both. Learn from pros currently working at top studios, use the latest software and hardware, undergo job readiness training, and develop an industry-ready demo reel.
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AWARDS, RANKINGS & RECOGNITIONS
- #1 Best Game Design & Development Schools in the World 2022
- #3 Best VFX Schools in the World 2022
- #8 Top 50 Creative Media & Entertainment Schools and Colleges in the World 2022
- #13 Best 3D Animation Schools in the World 2022
- #1 CG & 3D Animation School in Canada
courses
Digital Media
Go from inspired beginner to creative pro with our signature online program. Learn how to layer essential technical skills with original artistic ideas, master real-world software, and develop a one-of-a-kind portfolio that can help you launch an exciting career in the creative industry.
Grasp the basics of CG Art before committing to a future in the creative industry. During this short, but intensive program, you’ll dive into the exciting world of 3D modeling before developing a fully rendered 3D asset based off an original 2D concept of your choosing.
Already got the basics down? Ideal for students who’ve completed CG Fundamentals (or an equivalent program), or worked in the industry, this program is designed to elevate your existing skills, identify your specialization, and help you build an exciting, earth-shattering portfolio.
Developed for those already advanced in CG Art…this short, but intensive program helps sharpen your existing skill set, develop an industry-ready portfolio, and build the connections necessary to launch a career in Film, TV, or Games.
Ready to go full send into the exciting world of CG Art? Our signature program offers you an intense, personalized, and highly collaborative deep dive into all the technical skills required to elevate your artistic vision before helping you develop an industry-ready portfolio.
Already got some skills in CG Art? Designed to elevate your existing skills, identify your specialization, and help you build an earth-shattering portfolio, this program is perfect for those with previous education or experience working in the industry
Designed for those with advanced skills in CG Art…this short, but intensive program pushes you to develop an industry-ready portfolio while helping you build the connections necessary to take your career to the next level.
Get the best of both worlds with our signature hybrid program. Master the fundamentals, as well as the more advanced techniques of CG art remotely before joining us at the Think Tank HQ for an immersive, portfolio-focused term.
Perfect for those who’ve completed CG Fundamentals (or an equivalent program), or worked in the industry, this program is designed to elevate your existing skills, identify your specialization, and help you build an exciting, earth-shattering portfolio.
This innovative, online Houdini program teaches students with no experience in CG how to develop complex VFX sequences. With a specific focus on Houdini software, graduates from this program step into the industry with an elevated insight into one of most in-demand tools.
This new and innovative hybrid Houdini program teaches students the essential skills of CG remotely before joining one of the most vibrant Film and Games communities to develop an industry-focused portfolio. With a specific focus on Houdini, graduates from this program step into the industry with an elevated insight into one of most in-demand tools.
Asset creation On-campus
Think Tank’s mentorship is designed to help artists that have previous training and/or experience brush up on their skills and produce a viable demo reel. Each student is assigned a personal, state-of-the-art workstation. During your time on campus, you will have access to 4-months of guidance from an industry professional to create and polish your demo reel.
Vancouver, Canada
12 Months
February | June | October
International Students: $50,800 CAD
Canadian Students: $38,400 CAD
asset creation Online
Asset Creation is a term used in the CG industry for the creation of all bits and pieces, both big and small, used in Film and Games. This Asset Creation program is designed to train working artists in the CG Industry for the roles of Props & Environments for Film, Characters & Creatures for Film, Environments for Games as well as Characters & Creatures for Games.
Online
16 Months
February | June | October
$15,840 CAD
If you pay for all 4 terms upfront, you will receive 5% off.
Mentorship
Think Tank’s mentorship is designed to help artists that have previous training and/or experience brush up on their skills and produce a viable demo reel. Each student is assigned a personal, state-of-the-art workstation. During your time on campus, you will have access to 4-months of guidance from an industry professional to create and polish your demo reel.
Vancouver, Canada
4 Months
February | June | October
International Students: $16,500 CAD
Canadian Students: $12,500 CAD
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MENTORS
Learn from industry experts
Yui Ishida
Working as a Surfacing Artist and Generalist at Scanline VFX, Yui Ishida’s passion and strength lie in 3D Modeling, Texturing, and Lookdev. A background in fine arts and a Master’s in Japanese Painting, have given Yui a keen eye for detailed work.
Jeremy Hoey
Jeremy Hoey has been an Environments and Digital Matte Artist for over 20 years. Still, nothing gives him more pleasure than sharing experience and expertise with those artists who are just starting to step into the world of VFX. As one of the co-founders of Atmosphere Visual Effects, he’s also worn the hats of manager, entrepreneur, system administrator, and Emmy-winning artist.
Dmitrii Mukhortov
Dmitrii is an experienced Environment Artist with a background in Level Design. For over 10 years, he has worked in the video game industry where he has excelled at the game-level creation process. He is eager to share his knowledge with Think Tank’s students. Being an alumnus himself, he is familiar with the main challenges that students experience in the process of creating their industry-ready portfolios.
Marco Menco
Marco Menco is a full-time Facial Modeling specialist at Sony PlayStation Visual Arts. Coming from Italy with a background in fine arts, he brought his passion for shape and form to the film industry for over 15 years where he explored the intricate and layered world of organic modeling and facial expressions for movie characters. In 2022 he accepted a role at PlayStation where he’s currently working and providing film-quality facial modeling.
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How to apply to this college?
- Visit the website to find the best program for your interests, location, experience
- With waitlists in mind, apply for your desired program as early as possible
- After reaching out, we’ll be in touch to guide you through the whole process
About this school
North Vancouver, Canada | Online
On-Campus | Online | Hybrid
English
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