Video and Animation (VCDP 2445)

Designers are increasingly asked to prepare content for a variety of digital media platforms, from eCommerce product videos to animated GIFs for social media. In this course, students will use industry-standard tools to create dynamic video- or animation-based content that can be used across various platforms. An emphasis will be placed on creating on-brand videos or animations that can be used for online marketing campaigns or websites. By learning more advanced technical skills for video and animation, as well as more conceptual thinking skills in how video can be used online, students in this course will expand their ability to create campaign-oriented content across all media.
Course code: VCDP 2445
Credits: 3.0
Length: 54.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=VCDP&number=2445

Prerequisites

VCDP 1253 or departmental permission.

Schedule

VCDP 2445 schedule for programs:

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location Instructor
60368June 2, 2025
to June 27, 2025
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  Delivery: Blended
  Location: Varies
LaChance, Jason
72805October 1, 2025
to October 24, 2025
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  Delivery: Blended
  Location: Varies
LaChance, Jason

Additional Information

  • Sketching and storyboarding ideas
  • Video and animation software
  • Video editing
  • Preparing video and animation assets
  • Branding
  • Videos for websites and social media
  • Special effects

1. Interview with department to discuss previous experience
2. A portfolio assessment of previously completed related work OR
3. The demonstration of skills via the successful completion of 1-4 related projects/assignments similar to those completed in the course, chosen at the discretion of the department

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

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