Creative Media
A course by
Media Design School
One-year graduate diploma to develop advanced skills in 3D animation and visual effects (VFX) for film, television, and digital media industries.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
Media Design School campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 1 year

Develop proficiency in industry-standard 3D and VFX techniques and workflows for film and television.

Focus your skills in Foundation 3D, Technical Direction, Animation, or Visual Effects Compositing, engaging in in-depth projects and capstone work.

Complete a capstone project and minor projects suitable for demonstrating your capabilities to industry employers and clients.
The Graduate Diploma of Creative Technologies - 3D Animation & VFX is designed for those who already have a background in design or creative technologies and wish to level up their skills as a 3D and VFX artist. The program covers modelling, rendering, lighting, technical direction, animation, and VFX compositing using industry-standard tools and workflows for film, television, and digital media. Students specialize in one of four streams—Foundation 3D, Technical Direction, Animation, or Visual Effects Compositing—leading to a capstone project. The curriculum is taught by industry-experienced faculty, and graduates are equipped for a wide range of roles in animation, VFX, and related creative industries.
What you need to know first
Bachelor's degree qualification OR 4+ years relevant professional experience in design or creative technologies

Film & Television
Animation
Visual Effects
Digital Media
Creative Technologies

VFX Compositor
Creative Media
A course by
Media Design School
One-year graduate diploma to develop advanced skills in 3D animation and visual effects (VFX) for film, television, and digital media industries.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
Media Design School campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 1 year

Develop proficiency in industry-standard 3D and VFX techniques and workflows for film and television.

Focus your skills in Foundation 3D, Technical Direction, Animation, or Visual Effects Compositing, engaging in in-depth projects and capstone work.

Complete a capstone project and minor projects suitable for demonstrating your capabilities to industry employers and clients.
The Graduate Diploma of Creative Technologies - 3D Animation & VFX is designed for those who already have a background in design or creative technologies and wish to level up their skills as a 3D and VFX artist. The program covers modelling, rendering, lighting, technical direction, animation, and VFX compositing using industry-standard tools and workflows for film, television, and digital media. Students specialize in one of four streams—Foundation 3D, Technical Direction, Animation, or Visual Effects Compositing—leading to a capstone project. The curriculum is taught by industry-experienced faculty, and graduates are equipped for a wide range of roles in animation, VFX, and related creative industries.
What you need to know first
Bachelor's degree qualification OR 4+ years relevant professional experience in design or creative technologies

Film & Television
Animation
Visual Effects
Digital Media
Creative Technologies

VFX Compositor
Standard portfolio
Foundation knowledge of Maya 3D application (required for Technical Direction and Animation streams)
BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) meeting school requirements
Language requirements if applicable (details not specified)
3D Animator
Technical Director
Freelance artist in animation and VFX
Creative technology specialist
Standard portfolio
Foundation knowledge of Maya 3D application (required for Technical Direction and Animation streams)
BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) meeting school requirements
Language requirements if applicable (details not specified)
3D Animator
Technical Director
Freelance artist in animation and VFX
Creative technology specialist