2. AGENDA
About us
Make Kelowna your new home
Programs that we offer
Why choose us?
Admissions and Scholarship
Questions & Answers
3. About Us
For over 30 years, we've been helping
students like you succeed in the careers
where they belong.
Today, we are recognized as one of the
few schools that continually graduates
successful students in the areas of
filmmaking, animation, audio
engineering, fashion design, event
management, interior design,
photography, graphic design, and
network security.
Designated Learning
Institute for International
Students
4. Campus Snapshot
A thirteen year old campus centrally
located in the Landmark Centre - a
business and technology hub that
serves the Okanagan Valley and
beyond.
• Two contemporary digital recording studios with mix-to-
picture surround-sound capability.
• Interior design, fashion design, and animation studios
that create an environment similar to what you
will find in industry when you graduate.
• Two production studios for film and photography,
including a green screen and seamless walls.
5. MAKE KELOWNA
YOUR NEW
HOMEIf your passion includes the sporty-outdoor life, our
Kelowna location is for you! Located in the British
Columbia interior, Kelowna is your year-round
playground. Skiing, snowboarding, swimming,
wakeboarding this town has it all to keep you fit and
busy.
Add to that a vibrant cultural scene including
museums, art galleries, theatre, ballet, and an active
night life plus the Okanagan Valley with its award-
winning vineyards. What more could you want?
There is no shortage of high-tech businesses either.
Kelowna, or the Silicon Vineyard as it's sometimes
called, is home to world-famous animation companies
like Disney Interactive Studios, Bardel Entertainment,
and Yeti Farm Creative.
6. • 2D Animation & Digital Art
• Animation for Game, Film, & Visual Effects
• Audio Engineering & Production
• Studio Production
• Electronic Music Artist
• Electronic Music Production
• Digital Video Fusion Production
• Digital Filmmaking
• Digital Photography
• Event & Promotions Management
• Fashion Design & Merchandising
• Graphic Design & Web Development
• Graphic & Digital Design
• Interior Design
• Network Administrator Specialist
• Network Security Specialist
• Veterinary Hospital Assistant
PROGRAMS
7. 2DANIMATION & DIGITALART
You will earn your 2D Animation & Digital Art
Diploma in only 12-months. Better still, you
will break into the job market with a
professional portfolio and demo reel,
showcasing your talent and your style to
potential employers. A solid grasp of 2D
Animation remains one of the key
foundational skills many studios look for in
hiring animators.
• Digital Animator
• Character Design
• Concept/Storyboard Artist
• Storyboard Clean-up Artist
• Interface Designer
• Layout Artist
• Background Artist
8.
9. ANIMATION FOR GAME, FILM,
The 24-month Animation for Game,
Film, & Visual Effects program gives you
the hands-on training and experience
you need to pursue your dream job in
3D animation. You will earn an advance
diploma in the latest animation
techniques in an environment that is
run like a fast-paced, real-world
production studio.
• Character Animator
• Character Modeler
• Technical Artist
• Texture Artist
• Digital Artist
• Lighting Artist
• Concept/Storyboard Artist
• Compositing Artist
& VISUAL EFFECTS
10.
11. AUDIO ENGINEERING & PRODUCTION
After earning your Advanced Diploma in Audio
Engineering & Production in just 18-months, you
could be at the helm of the soundboard for a
worldwide concert tour, or recording sound effects
for the next big video game.
• Recording Engineering
• Music Producer
• Post-Production
• Sound Designer
• Sound Studio Assistant
• Location Audio Engineering
• Foley Artist
• Video Game Audio Engineering
• Multimedia Audio/Visual Production Artist
12.
13. ELECTRONIC MUSIC ARTIST
The 6-month Electronic Music Artist Certificate
program at Centre for Arts and Technology is
designed to take you to the next level. You'll learn
the art of production, while discovering the
entrepreneurial side of the music industry.
• Electronic Music Producer
• MIDI Programmer
• Sound and Music Composer/Performer (DJ)
• Audio/Visual and Multimedia Producer
14.
15. ELECTRONIC MUSIC
PRODUCTION
The 12-month Electronic Music Production
Diploma is an accelerated program offered
through our Audio Engineering department.
This program is tailor-made for anyone
interested in audio and music production with
a special focus on digital music production,
recording, mixing, and arranging.
• Music Producer
• Arranger
• Songwriter
• Digital Performer
• DJ
• Sound Effects Designer
16.
17. STUDIO PRODUCTION
Focus primarily on the magic that
happens behind the mixing board in the
12-month Studio Production Diploma
program. Technology has spurred on an
explosion in the audio industry. Talented
individuals are no longer limited to
positions at major studios. With new
software and breakthroughs in affordable
equipment, audiophiles can now set up
their own studios and production houses.
• Recording Engineering
• Music Producer
• Sound Designer
• MIDI Programmer
• Assistant Engineering
• Professional or Home Recording Studio Manager/Operator
18.
19. DIGITAL FILMMAKING
You've always loved movies, and the idea of telling
stories through the magic of filmmaking keeps you
up at night. You know that a successful production
relies on much more than the director and talent
under the spotlight. You understand that every
crew member, from grips to set decorators, plays
an important role in the final product that hits the
screen. Are you ready to dive into one of these
exciting roles and say "Action!" to your career in
film? Then this accelerated 18-month Digital
Filmmaking Diploma program is for you.
• Camera Operator/Director of Photography
• Lighting Technician
• Production Assistant
• Locations Audio
• Screenwriter
• Producer
• Director/Assistant Director
• Independent or Documentary Filmmaker
• Editor
• Grip/Gaffer
• Production Designer
20.
21.
22. DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
The 12-month Digital Photography Diploma
program at Centre for Arts and Technology
is designed to grow your skills, introduce
you to new techniques, and prepare you to
hit the ground running when you begin your
career. Digital Photography offers several
career paths, but many of our graduates go
on to open their own studios.
• Commercial Photographer
• Industrial Photographer
• Fine Art Photographer
• Photographer’s Assistant
• Editorial Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
23.
24. EVENT & PROMOTIONS
MANAGEMENTThis comprehensive 12-month Diploma
program combines the perfect mix of
classroom theory with real-world
experience. You will take part in the planning
of local events and promotions—giving you
a chance to learn the ropes first-hand, and
network with peers and potential clients or
employers.
• Event and Conference Coordinator
• Promotions Manager
• Event Operations Manager
• Trade Show Organizer
• Wedding Planner
• Hospitality/Tourism
25.
26. FASHION DESIGN &
MERCHANDISING
In this 24-month Diploma program, you,
along with your new like-minded friends, will
learn about the entire fashion industry and
create your very own line from scratch to be
showcased at grand finale on the runway.
While your creativity flourishes, you'll learn
the in's and out's of the business-side of
fashion, along with all the techniques that
will make you a smash success.
• Fashion Designer
• Costume Designer
• Pattern Maker
• Product Management & Development
• Assistant Fashion Buyer
• Fashion Publishing
27.
28. GRAPHIC & DIGITAL DESIGN
As a graduate of this 12-month Diploma
program, you'll be a master of graphic and
digital design with a thorough knowledge of
industry-standard software programs, and a
solid background in the more important
aspects of marketing, including proficiency
in: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign,
Acrobat—Branding—Typography
—ActionScript—Adobe Dreamweaver,
Flash, Premiere, After Effects.
• Graphic Designer
• Creative Director
• Interactive Designer
• Production Designer
• Arts Manager/Administrator
29.
30. GRAPHIC DESIGN & WEB
DEVELOPMENT
Graphic Design & Web Development is an
extremely well-rounded 18-month Advanced
Diploma program that prepares you for a
number of careers. Our graduates are highly
sought after by potential employers because
of their ability to multi-task in highly
specialized areas.
• Multimedia and Web Designer
• Interactive Designer
• Web Developer
• Web Support Personnel
• Graphic Designer
• Production Designer
31.
32. INTERIOR DESIGN
Interior designers create environments
that bring beauty to everyday life, portray
personality, and add sophistication and
professionalism to reinforce the brand of a
business or retailer. Our comprehensive
24-month Interior Design Diploma
program will bring out your artistic side,
familiarize you with the latest technology,
and prepare you for a career as an
independent designer, or employment
within a respected design firm.
• Interior Designer
• Building Code Consultant
• Office Space Planner
• Space Management Consultant
• Kitchen Designer
• Retail and Residential Space Planner
• Real Estate Staging Consultant
33.
34. NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR
SPECIALIST
This 12-month Diploma program has been
developed by working professionals to
give you a foundation in computer
networking and administration skills to
assist you in successfully launching your
career in the IT industry. You will learn
how to plan, create, implement, and
manage network systems, as well as
learn how to provide desktop/server
support for your organization.
• Network Administrator
• Computer Network Technician
• Network Support Technician
• LAN Manager
• Network Engineering
• Network Analyst
• Computer and Network Operator
• User Support Analyst
• IT Support Technician
• Desktop Support Specialist
• Hardware Installation Coordinator
• LAN Technician
35. NETWORK SECURITY SPECIALIST
This 18-month Diploma program starts
with the Network Administrator Specialist
program and adds on an additional 6-
months of training where you will learn
Advanced Network Systems, Computer
Forensics for the First Responder,
Enterprise Administration using Linux,
Network Optimization and Monitoring,
Encryption, Public Key Infrastructure
Architecture & Administration, Hand-on
Network Exploits, and Vulnerability &
Penetration Testing. You will also
complete an Industry Capstone project;
connecting you with local leaders and
helping you expand your professional
network and skill set.
• Network Administrator
• Computer Network Technician
• Network Support Technician
• LAN Manager
• Network Engineering
• Network Analyst
• Computer and Network Operator
• User Support Analyst
• IT Support Technician
• Desktop Support Specialist
• Hardware Installation Coordinator
• LAN Technician
36.
37.
38. VETERINARY HOSPITALASSISTANT
The 9-month Veterinary Hospital Assistant
Certificate program has always been a
popular program at Centre for Arts and
Technology. Graduates of the program
become qualified 'front-line' Veterinary
Hospital Assistants, and regularly find
rewarding careers in a variety of animal
care settings.
• Surgical Preparation
• Instrument Identification
• Front Office Procedures
• Client Care and Communications
• Animal Nutrition
• Veterinary Medical Terminology
• Animal Anatomy and Physiology
39.
40.
41. WHY CHOOSE
US?WE’LL FEED YOUR PASSION
You're going to love learning at Centre for Arts and
Technology.
YOU'LL BE SURROUNDED BY OTHER DRIVEN,
CREATIVE PEOPLE - JUST LIKE YOU
You'll work with each other, share with each other, push
each other, and make each other the best you can be.
You'll feel you belong here.
YOU'LL BE INSTRUCTED, GUIDED, MENTORED,
AND MOTIVATED BY EXPERTS
who have already proven themselves in their fields and
who want to see you succeed.
YOU'LL LEARN INSIDER INDUSTRY SECRETS THAT
ONLY REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE CAN TEACH
You'll get a taste for what the actual industry expects of
you and you'll benefit from their mentoring and
connections (and references!).
42. WHY CHOOSE
US?YOU'LL GET INCREASED OPPORTUNITY FOR
INSTRUCTOR CONTACT
The average classroom size ranges from 5-18 students.
YOU’LL GET THE SOFT SKILLS THAT EMPLOYERS
NEED
Today's employers are not just looking for exceptional
technical skills, but well-rounded team members and
contributors. Our Professional Development Program
means you'll be both.
DREAMS COME TRUE FASTER
Accelerated learning means you'll be ready to take that
job sooner.
43. OUR
GUARANTEE
You won't find another school that is as committed to
your success as we are.
That goes for both inside and outside the classroom.
Just look at the support you can count on:
We have every confidence in our programs and know
that students who complete the highest-level Centre
for Arts and Technology programs are job-ready.
Students who graduate from the highest-level of a
program area and who have not found work in a
"related industry" within 12-months of graduation, may
return to take any other program of equal or lesser
value offered at the Centre for free.
44. WORK WHILE
STUDYING
As an international student, you can work part-time on or
off campus in Canada. Earn extra spending money while
gaining valuable Canadian work experience.
You may also consider seeking an off-campus job that
allows you to work for any employer.
You can work up to 20 hours per week during the regular
term and full-time during scheduled breaks.
You are eligible to work off-campus campus if:
You hold both a study permit and a work permit
You are a full-time student
45. ADMISSIONS
Start Dates
January, April, July and October
Program Duration
6 - 24 months
English Requirements
IELTS Band 6.0 or equivalent
Entry Requirements
Successful completion of Canadian grade 12 or its
equivalent (International students must complete twelve
years of formal education to be eligible for admission to
the Centre. ) Some programs have portfolio requirement.
International Student Fees
CAD $1,500 to $24,000 per calendar year
Scholarship
10 entry scholarships of up to CAD 3,000
Editor's Notes
Evolution of our school over the past 30 years
Began as audio school and evolved into Film, Animation Graphic Design, Multi Media, Fashion, Event Planning, Digital Marketing and most recently App Development.
We have held strong to our Roots Delivering high quality education whose outcomes lead to Jobs in the industry locally and abroad.
Members of PICTA or Private Career Institutions Agency - No Complaints in 30 years
and EQA - Education Quality Assurance Designation – Governed by Ministry of Advance Education – Required designation for BC schools to deliver programs over 6 months to students from abroad – Measure of Quality
30,000 square feet or 2,800 square Meters
• Two contemporary digital recording studios with mix-to- picture surround-sound capability.
• Interior design, fashion design, and animation labs.
• Two production studios for film and photography, including a green screen and seamless walls
Create Professional industry work environment wherever possible
Speak to the central location of the campus and how that it assists in surrounding our students with industry and transportation
4 distinct seasons
Population 180,000
10 Beaches
270 Parks
14 Museums and Galleries
Active night life with live music and theatre alive and well in the community
Kelowna is a Tech hub and we are located in the centre of this hub
Personal story about move to Kelowna and why stay – Weather and Lifestyle Crime and cost
Broad Range of programs offered
Choose programs where there is a need and a pool of talent we can choose from
Program are constantly upgraded to meet industry standards though multiple means - PACs (Program Advisory Committees) made up of industry and other employers of our graduates – Important to ensure we meet ever changing industry needs.
Now let us review our programs at a high level, showing off some of our student work and speaking about the career opportunities for each one
Keep in mind that all of the images you are about to see is student and or graduate work.
Animation
is broken up into 2 programs the first we will review is 2D Animation & Digital Art
12 month intensive program that focuses on
both traditional pencil and paper 2D animation as well as Modern 2 Dimensional Digital Animation techniques.
Portfolio Requirement (we’ll talk about standard entrance requirements for all programs later in presentation)
A few careers that our 2D animators enter into are
• Digital Animator
• Character Design
• Concept/Storyboard Artist
• Storyboard Clean-up Artist
• Interface Designer
• Layout Artist
• Background Artist
In just 24 months, you’ll receive the 3d animation training to earn your professional diploma and come away with a high quality portfolio and demo reel showcasing your talents to potential employers.
This program uses industry partners and mentors to maximize student outcomes ensuring industry ready graduates.
Portfolio Requirement
A few careers that our Animation for Game film and Visual Effects Grads enter into are 3D:
Character Animator
• Character Modeler
• Technical Artist
• Texture Artist
• Digital Artist
• Lighting Artist
• Concept/Storyboard Artist
• Compositing Artist
Audio Engineering and Production is an 18 month advanced diploma program
This programs covers all major aspects of this industry including Studio Recording, Electronic Music, Live sound, Location audio and audio post production for television and film
Hands on learning in our state of the art recording studios
Highlight during the student work the outcomes:
A few careers that our Audio Engineering and Production Grads enter into
• Recording Engineering
• Music Producer
• Post-Production
• Sound Designer
• Sound Studio Assistant
• Location Audio Engineering
• Foley Artist
• Video Game Audio Engineering
• Multimedia Audio/Visual Production Artist
Electronic Music Artist is is a 6 month certificate program
Designed to teach students the art of production and introduce the to the entrepreneurial side of the music industry
Specifically this is for the artist that wants to produce their our “beats” in electronic music ultimately as a performing DJ “master” in a live environment
Note that this program does not require a student visa in Canada
A few careers that our Electronic Music Artist Grads enter into
• Electronic Music Producer
• MIDI Programmer
• Sound and Music Composer/Performer (DJ)
• Audio/Visual and Multimedia Producer
12-month Electronic Music Production Diploma is an accelerated program
It is tailor-made for people interested in audio and music production with a unique focus on digital music production, recording, mixing, and arranging.
This program is an extention of the artist program that allows student to further grow skills and abilities as well as explore more genres of the Digital music arts sceen.
A few careers that our Electronic Music Production Grads enter into
Music Producer
• Arranger
• Songwriter
• Digital Performer
• DJ
• Sound Effects Designer
Highlight the following
12-month Diploma program
This program is focused on the production side of the audio industry
A few careers that our Studio Production Grads enter into
Recording Engineering
• Music Producer
• Sound Designer
• MIDI Programmer
• Assistant Engineering
• Professional or Home Recording Studio Manager/Operator
An intensive 18 month program
Introducing our students to all facets of narrative filmmaking ensuring they enter into the industry armed with not just the theory of filmmaking but the technical skills as well
Very comprehensive – exposing students to major aspects of the film industry
Working with talent – Editing – Camera control – lighting techniques – screen writing
A few careers that our Digital Filmmaking grads enter into
• Camera Operator/Director of Photography - Lighting Technician
• Production Assistant • Screenwriter • Producer
• Director/Assistant Director
• Independent or Documentary Filmmaker
• Editor • Grip/Gaffer
• Production Designer
Please highlight that this shot was taken from a commercial shoot here in Kelowna at Big White Ski Resort
Also please highlight a few careers that our Digital video fusion production grads enter into
Wedding Photographer/Videographer
• Cinematographer
• Commercial Photographer
• Web Videographer
• Live Event Filmmaker
• Music Video Director
• Commercial and Fashion Photographer
• Camera Operator
• Multimedia Producer
12 month intensive diploma program
Designed with industry to ensure success
Entrepreneurial – Business of Photography
Throughout your time at the Centre for Arts and Technology digital photography school, you’ll learn: Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere—Composition, Theory, Principles of Photographic Arts—the History of Photography—and Advancements in Photographic Technology.
As well as the creative side of Professional Photography
A few careers that our Digital Photography grads enter into
Commercial Photographer
• Industrial Photographer
• Fine Art Photographer
• Photographer’s Assistant
• Editorial Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
Wildlife Photographer
Remind everyone that everything they see is student or Graduate work.
12-month Diploma program combines the perfect mix of classroom theory with real-world experience.
Hands on program with direct experience and training on the planning planning of events and promotions
Including Marketing,
HR
Business
Budgeting
Proposal Writing
Media Promotion
Some of the Careers ours Event & Promotion Management grads enter into are:
• Event and Conference Coordinator
• Promotions Manager
• Event Operations Manager
• Trade Show Organizer
• Wedding Planner
24-month Diploma program
Students learn about the entire fashion industry
From Concept to Design to pattern Drafting to Creation and create as well as learning the business aspects including, Marketing and Merchandising
For preparation the final finale that is the annual fashion Show
A few careers that our Fashion Design & Merchandising grads enter into are:
• Fashion Designer
• Costume Designer
• Pattern Maker
• Product Management & Development
• Assistant Fashion Buyer
• Fashion Publishing
12-month Diploma program
A modern Graphic designer is more than just a design artist. It’s a design creativity Marketing, Branding, Concept development
There are many schools that can and do teach you software.
Of course we teach all of the major professional industry standard packages
Where we pride our selves with this program as with others is
Using these tools inreal world applications of branding, Marketing, advertising and promotion that challenges students to be modern designers not software operators
• Graphic Designer
• Creative Director
• Interactive Designer
• Production Designer
• Arts Manager/Administrator
18 Month Program
Many Employers now look for employees with a broader range of skills
Graphic Design and Wed Development
Laptop included in tuition
Mention the backend web dev
• Multimedia and Web Designer
• Interactive Designer
• Web Developer
• Web Support Personnel
• Graphic Designer
• Production Designer
24 Month Program
Being a 24 month program this is not a decorators program but a true interior design program.
Covering both residential and Commercial interior design. Also covers aspects such as building codes and client managent
Graduates with the required work experience qualified to write NCIDQ Exam (National Council for Interior Design Qualification)
Articulated with degree granting institutes
• Interior Designer
• Building Code Consultant
• Office Space Planner
• Space Management Consultant
• Kitchen Designer
• Retail and Residential Space Planner
• Real Estate Staging Consultant
12 Months
High Demand industry
Program is focused on professional network architecture with security built in on all levels
Topics covered window OS. Linux OS, Exchange server, Cisco, as well as Cloud based network environments
Microsoft Certification testing include in tuition
18 Months
It is a 6 Month extesion of the NAS program
This program highlights Advanced security, forensics, counter hacking, Perimeter security
This of course is in high demand as well. What we find happens with the graduates of this program VS. NAS is the graduates tend to advance in the industry more rapidly.
• Network Administrator • Computer Network Technician
• Network Support Technician • LAN Manager
• Network Engineering • Network Analyst
• Computer and Network Operator • User Support Analyst
• IT Support Technician • Desktop Support Specialist
• Hardware Installation Coordinator • LAN Technician
9 Month Program
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• Surgical Preparation
• Instrument Identification
• Front Office Procedures
• Client Care and Communications
• Animal Nutrition
• Veterinary Medical Terminology
• Animal Anatomy and Physiology