Film Costuming Award of Achievement
Overview
| Tuition | N/A |
|---|---|
| Credential | Award of Achievement |
| Length | 4 months |
| Hours | N/A |
| Delivery | N/A |
| Campus | Downtown |
| Start Dates |
What to expect
What you will learn
- Describe the costuming department, including the roles and responsibilities, and interdependencies of the systems.
- Adapt and practice communication skills within a costuming department context.
- Describe professional excellence in buying and fittings.
- Describe and navigate commonly used organizational methods in the costume department.
- Identify and describe clothing alteration techniques used in a film context.
- Develop knowledge for the industry of the future, including aspects of diversity, inclusion, and environmental sustainability in relation to costuming.
- Generate an individualized costuming career path.
- Demonstrate on-set and workshop etiquette.
Program Duration and Maximum Time for Completion
This program is part-time and courses may be offered in the evening and/or on weekends. This program can be completed in 4 months. Maximum time for completion is 2 years.
Admission Requirement
Program-specific
Applicants are to meet the following requirement:- Basic Sewing Skills. Applicants must upload an image (inside and out) of a project sewn by them, by machine.
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Recommended Characteristics
- Exercise proactive and professional attitude with commitment to creativity and attention to detail
- Ability to perform quick alterations
- Ability to demonstrate flexibility and self-reliance in team settings, as well as during independent work, as necessary
- Effectively collaborate and communicate with peers
Program Availability
Not currently available.
Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| FNFM 1101 | Costuming Industry Landscrape | 0 |
| FNFM 1102 | Costuming Prep | 0 |
| FNFM 1105 | Set Costuming | 0 |
| FNFM 1107 | Costuming Workforce Integration | 0 |
This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
Fees and Costs
* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit ($300 or $500, depending on program).
Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.
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How to Apply
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Fill out a PDF form and mail to:
VCC Registrar's Office
1155 East Broadway
Vancouver, B.C., V5T 4V5
Contact us
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Phone: 604.871.7000, option 2
Email: studentservice@vcc.ca
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