overview
Break boundaries in animation and visual effects
DAVE School is a first-class institution that provides top-notch education and training for aspiring digital artists and animators. With its state-of-the-art facilities and experienced instructors, students can expect a comprehensive education that prepares them for a successful career in the industry.
The DAVE School provides in-depth training in visual effects, game and virtual production. Through its specialized programs, industry-focused curriculum, experienced instructors, and essential career development initiatives, the school equips students with the necessary skills to pursue successful careers in the digital media industry.
Your future in digital media starts here. Shape the future of visual storytelling and redefine the boundaries of imagination.
STUDENT GALLERY
Latest artwork and projects from students

Learn from industry professionals

Job-focused career training and support

Create a professional portfolio

Study in the Simulation Capital of the World
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AWARDS, RANKINGS & RECOGNITIONS
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- Suncoast Regional Emmy “Best Graphic Arts: Animation Arts/Entertainment” Director for the Dream Catcher 2017
- Accolade Global Competition Award of Excellence “The Dream Catcher 2017″
- Pixie Award Platinum Visual Effects “The Cursed Actor” 2016


courses
Study areas for this college
The DAVE School VFX Diploma teaches specifically for this exciting world. Our Visual Effects Productionoffers scheduled starts each Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall. Its uniquely flexible, hybrid format combines nine months of live, online classes with three months of in- person learning here at our Orlando, Florida campus. Students get to refine their skills in an immersive combination of project-based workflows and applied studio skills, preparing them for their advancement into the VFX workplace.
The DAVE School VFX Diploma teaches specifically for this exciting world. Our Visual Effects Productionoffers scheduled starts each Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall. Its uniquely flexible, hybrid format combines nine months of live, online classes with three months of in- person learning here at our Orlando, Florida campus. Students get to refine their skills in an immersive combination of project-based workflows and applied studio skills, preparing them for their advancement into the VFX workplace.
The DAVE School Game Production Diploma (GPD) teaches specifically for success in this thriving industry. Like its sister VFX Diploma, the Game Production Diploma Program offers scheduled starts each Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall.
The DAVE School Game Production Diploma (GPD) teaches specifically for success in this thriving industry. Like its sister VFX Diploma, the Game Production Diploma Program offers scheduled starts each Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall.
Our flagship Virtual Production (VP) diploma teaches everything from both the VFX and GAME programs and real-time technologies. DAVE School students will learn: how to use LED wall virtual sets, lighting and production techniques for photo-real, real-time production, emerging production technologies, and many leading-edge approaches to the ever-evolving world of contemporary media creation.
The two-year Master of Arts in Design Innovation offers an innovative vision and approach to creativity and the design industry. Its objective is to establish and anticipate cross-cultural directions of multi-faceted themes.
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
Diploma in Visual Effects Production
Bachelor’s Degree in Visual Effects Production
Diploma in Game Production
Bachelor’s Degree in Game Production
Diploma in Virtual Production
Bachelor’s Degree in Digital Graphic Design
MENTORS
Learn from industry experts

Zach Hamelton
Bachelor’s Degree, Visual Effects Production | VFX Producer

Selena Farkas
Visual Effects Program | Compositor

Drew Tobin
Visual Effects Program | Senior Lighter/Compositor

Ariel Fore
Visual Effects Production | 3D Animator

Job Placement
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application process
How to apply to this college?
- Read course pages and select the course you’d like to study.
- Fill out application form
- Provide documents needed (check course page for individual course requirements)
- Confirm details
- Sign contract and payment
- Start learning!






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