DigiConnect is a new, sector-wide mentoring network for the creative technology industry.​ DigiConnect aims to support the creative technology community by fostering meaningful relationships and professional connections that can lead to skill development, career opportunities, and novel collaborations across the sector. Launching in May 2025, the program will match volunteer mentors working across animation, VFX, video games and XR with individuals looking to launch or level up their career creative technology.

Providing funding to British Columbians aged 19 years or older – regardless of financial need – covering up to $3,500 in eligible short-term skills training at public post-secondary institutions. Funding under the future skills grant program will be available in the winter 2024 semester.

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This micro-credential emphasizes specialized training for project management roles at video game studios. Students will enhance their skills in scheduling, presentation, communication, leadership, documentation, and more. Instruction will include interactive and collaborative learning activities, as well as case studies and independent research.

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This micro-credential emphasizes specialized training for production roles at animation and VFX studios. Students will enhance their skills in scheduling, presentation, communication, leadership, documentation, and more. Instruction will include interactive and collaborative learning activities, as well as case studies and independent research.

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Training in how to land a technical role in the creative and technology industries, and in how to stand out in the competitive job market. Focuses on the job hunt process and provide industry-informed insights on what recruiters and interview committees are looking for in applications for technical roles.

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Don’t let your intercultural communication skills hold you back from excelling in your role. This program provides insights on common intercultural and interpersonal dynamics within the local creative and technology workplace. You will gain a foundational understanding of intercultural communication, key vocabulary around the concepts, and an opportunity to apply this knowledge to real case studies collected from various workplaces settings.

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This micro-credential will equip you with a broad understanding of management and leadership through agile and hybrid methodologies (watergile). You will develop essential skills (principles, concepts, tools, and techniques) for people management while exploring leadership management practices and tools. This course will also address remote/hybrid work models.

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This course is for students who would like to hone their skills and experience around working with a team and collaborating effectively in groups. Learn to apply theoretical concepts of inter-professional collaboration, professional empathy, conflict resolution, intercultural, and interpersonal communication. Students will implement theories and communication practices to create a charter, progress report, and final report. Students will also practice reflexivity by analyzing their individual performance and contributions to the team through self-reflection activities.

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Build the skills you need for jobs in animation, visual effects and video games. Did you know that the creative technology sector in BC is among the country’s fastest-growing and highest-paying? The rapid growth of the sector means there is an immediate demand for qualified candidates to fill a range of roles.

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