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CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

Virtual Art Department Content Creation

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  • PXO-VPA and Vancouver Film School has partnered to offer a 12-week, online certificate program for experienced artists to upgrade their skillset with the fundamentals of content creation for virtual production.

    Taught by leading industry professionals using PXO’s proprietary techniques, the program is divided into three virtual production courses over 12 weeks (100 hours):

    1. Core Techniques in Visualization

    2. Virtual Production Content Creation

    3. Unreal Performance Optimization

    By the end of the program, students will gain an online certificate in virtual production and will have developed the skillset necessary to pursue a career as a VAD Technical Artist, VAD Generalist, UE Technical Artist, VAD Concept Artist, UE Generalist, or UE Lighter. 

  • Core Techniques in Visualization

    • Introduction to Unreal Engine for creating virtual environments.

    • Concept design and digital visualization techniques for virtual production.

    • Learn photogrammetry and UE’s sequencer.

    • Gain practical experience in crafting immersive, interactive digital environments.

    Virtual Production Content Creation

    • Expand your knowledge of Digital Matte Painting and 2D/3D environment integration.

    • Learn Unreal Engine's Blueprints for immersive interactions and LED wall optimization.

    • Gain a deep understanding of virtual cameras, on-set protocols, and motion capture technology.

    • End-to-end content creation for virtual production pipelines.

    Unreal Performance Optimization

    • Advanced Unreal Engine skills for performance tuning and optimization in virtual production.

    • Proficiency in Niagara FX, lighting optimization, and rendering workflows.

    • Comprehensive understanding of profiling tools, performance metrics, and troubleshooting techniques.

    • Duration: 12 weeks.

    • Format: Online, synchronous delivery with live interactive classes.

    • Flexibility: Recorded sessions available for on-demand learning.

    • Global Accessibility: Designed for participants worldwide.

    • Practical Training: Hands-on, real-world projects with feedback from industry professionals.

  • The program is designed for recent graduates, working professionals, and students with experience in the VFX or CG industry.

  • September 29, 2025

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Note: You’ll be redirected to our partner’s website to complete your registration.

MICROCREDENTIAL

Virtual Production Art Department Content Creation

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  • PXO’s VP Academy partnered with Seneca Polytechnic to bring a three-part Microcredential series on Virtual Art Department (VAD).

    Taught by leading industry professionals using PXO’s proprietary techniques, this course includes a series focused on virtual art department roles:

    1. Core Techniques in Visualization

    2. Virtual Production Content Creation

    3. Unreal Performance Optimization

  • Core Techniques in Visualization (PXO 151):

    • Introduction to Unreal Engine for creating virtual environments.

    • Concept design and digital visualization techniques for virtual production.

    • Learn photogrammetry and UE’s sequencer.

    • Gain practical experience in crafting immersive, interactive digital environments.

    Virtual Production Content Creation (PXO 152):

    • Expand you knowledge of Digital Matte Painting and 2D/3D environment integration.

    • Learn Unreal Engine's Blueprints for immersive interactions and LED wall optimization.

    • Gain a deep understanding of virtual cameras, on-set protocols, and motion capture technology.

    • End-to-end content creation for virtual production pipelines.

    Unreal Performance Optimization (PXO 153):

    • Advanced Unreal Engine skills for performance tuning and optimization in virtual production.

    • Proficiency in Niagara FX, lighting optimization, and rendering workflows.

    • Comprehensive understanding of profiling tools, performance metrics, and troubleshooting techniques.

    • Duration: 12 weeks.

    • Format: Online, synchronous delivery with live interactive classes.

    • Flexibility: Recorded sessions available for on-demand learning.

    • Global Accessibility: Designed for participants worldwide.

    • Practical Training: Hands-on, real-world projects with feedback from industry professionals.

  • The program is designed for recent graduates, working professionals, and students with experience in the VFX or CG industry.

  • September 22, 2025

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Note: You’ll be redirected to our partner’s website to complete your registration.

ON-DEMAND

PXO’s VP Academy for VAD

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  • The PXO x Sony PCL x Vook On-Demand Program offers a flexible, comprehensive learning experience in Japanese. It is tailored for aspiring professionals in virtual production. Developed in collaboration with industry leaders, the program is structured into a five-coure series:

    1. Visual Foundations

    2. VP World Building

    3. VP Detailing and Optimization Techniques

    4. Preparing for Stage Delivery

    5. Environment Creation

    Through hands-on projects and assignments, students gain practical experience with industry-standard tools like Unreal Engine and Quixel Megascans. Professionals from Sony PCL give assignments and feedback. This self-paced program ensures accessibility for Japanese-speaking global participants while delivering high-quality training aligned with Hollywood and international filmmaking practices.

    • Proficiency in Unreal Engine workflows, including modeling, lighting, and Blueprints.

    • Environment creation using landscape tools, procedural scattering, and foliage techniques.

    • Application of virtual production techniques such as photogrammetry, digital matte painting, and post-production fixes.

    • Optimization of assets and scenes for performance and visual quality.

    • Practical experience in preparing environments for LED stages and virtual production pipelines.

    • Integration of tools like Quixel Megascans and Sequencer for advanced scene building and animation.

    • Duration: 6 months from registration date.

    • Format: Online, self-paced delivery with pre-recorded lectures and structured assignments.

    • Support: Instructor-reviewed assignments and Q&A sessions.

    • Requirements: Participants must have their own PC, internet connection, and necessary software tools.

  • The program is designed for recent graduates, working professionals, and students with experience in the VFX or CG industry.

    The program is localized for Japanese speakers. Assignments and feedback are delivered in Japanese.

  • Currently available and accepting new students.

    Registration link is below.

REGISTER NOW

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Note: You’ll be redirected to our partner’s website to complete your registration.

Instructors

GABRIEL PAIVA

Unreal Engine Instructor

Gabriel Paiva is a highly experienced 3D generalist and a UE Fellowship Instructor and Mentor with over 20 years in the industry. He’s an Unreal Authorized Instructor who has mentored production teams worldwide in integrating Unreal Engine into their workflows. Since 2023, Gabriel joined the PXO team to teach Virtual Art Department (VAD) courses, where he combined his deep technical expertise with hands-on instruction to prepare students for careers in virtual production.

JOE RAASCH

Head of Training

Joe Raasch is a highly experienced visual effects artist and educator with over 20 years of experience in 2D and 3D workflows. He has developed several tutorials on compositing, rendering, and effects and has trained artists at major VFX studios. He also holds the position of VFX Program Coordinator at Seneca Polytechnic. Since 2022, he has been Head of Training at PXO, where he continues to shape the future of training and education within and outside the company.