VFX Generalist Diploma
Master the full spectrum of visual effects and motion compositing in just 6 months. Using our signature “Overlap Strategy,” you will transform from an absolute beginner into a professional VFX generalist. Access industry-standard tools, AI-infused workflows, and 1-on-1 expert mentorship to build the high-fidelity portfolio that gets you hired.
₦800,000
₦620,000
- Duration: 6 months
- Benefits: Mentorship and Internship Opportunities
- Salary Range: ₦200k to 500k
- Opportunities: chance of employment at Orange VFX*
Build a job-ready VFX Generalist portfolio in 6 months
This intensive, 6-month programme is designed to transform absolute beginners into industry-ready visual effects generalists. Whether you are an aspiring creator or looking to transition into the creative economy, this diploma provides a structured, highly focused pathway to success. By the end of your training, you will possess a high-quality, job-ready portfolio and the technical skills to master the complete layer-based integration pipeline, seamlessly blending advanced photo manipulation and dynamic motion graphics with professional visual effects styling.
Progression Timeline
Month 1: Raster Mechanics & Composition
- Core Classroom Training: Photo Editing Course
- Primary Software: Adobe Photoshop
- Course Goal: Master advanced image manipulation, professional digital painting, matte extraction, and seamless background blending to establish a rock-solid foundation for composite plates.
- Mentorship & Polish: None. Focus entirely on internalising raster logic, texture building, and completing initial image asset layouts.
Month 2: Dynamic Moving Elements
- Core Classroom Training: Motion Graphics Course
- Primary Software: Adobe After Effects
- Course Goal: Transition from static plates to moving images, mastering keyframing, motion tracking, particle systems, and structural graphics to generate dynamic elements.
- Mentorship & Polish (Photo Editing): Begin weekly 1-on-1 sessions to re-optimise your initial matte extractions and composition plates, matching pixel-perfect values under expert guidance.
Month 3: Visual Effects Foundations (Phase 1)
- Core Classroom Training: Visual Effects Course (part 1)
- Primary Software: Adobe After Effects
- Course Goal: Dive into professional layer-based VFX systems, mastering green-screen keying, advanced masking, rotoscoping, clean plate prep, and foundational 2D tracking.
- Mentorship & Polish (Motion Graphics): Work with your mentor to troubleshoot keyframing vectors, refine motion curves, and clean up multi-layered graphic composites.
Month 4: Advanced Visual Effects Integration (Phase 2)
- Core Classroom Training: Visual Effects Course (part 2)
- Primary Software: Adobe After Effects
- Course Goal: Master complex visual integrations, executing high-end multi-layered compositing, environmental modifications, color matching live plates, and seamless multi-clip asset blending.
- Mentorship & Polish (Visual Effects Phase 1): Dedicate this period to perfecting tracking paths, adjusting mask edges, and evaluating your foundational visual effects integration layout with your mentor.
Month 5: The Refinement Phase
- Core Classroom Training: No new classes.
- Mentorship & Polish (Visual Effects Phase 2): With formal classroom instruction concluded, focus entirely on pushing the photorealistic finish of your multi-layer integration layouts and major effect shots under direct studio review.
Month 6: The Final Showreel
- Core Classroom Training: No new classes.
- Month 6 Focus (Final Portfolio Compilation): Assemble all your polished matte cuts, graphics tracking segments, and advanced composited layers into a cohesive, professional showreel. Your mentor will provide a final comprehensive review to certify your readiness for the global creative market.
What’s Inside?
1-on-1 Mentorship
One full month of dedicated expert guidance tailored to your specific goals.
Seed LMS Access
Lifetime access to the Student Portal, hosting all your modules and resources.
Weekly Interactive Quizzes
Test your skills and track progress with gamified assignments and feedback.
Official Certification
Validate your expertise with a digital certificate recognized by industry leaders.
The Orange Seed Advantage
- Portfolio Guarantee: Graduate with a professional showreel to secure top creative roles.
- Overlap Strategy: Polish past projects alongside new classes to meet studio standards.
- Studio Internship: Top students unlock a 3-month internship at Orange VFX Studios.
- AI Workflows: Master industry-leading AI tools to accelerate your overall production.
- Industry Network: Lifetime Discord access for real-time peer networking and job alerts.
Courses In This Module
Photo Editing
Master photo editing to enhance colors, refine details, and retouch images, creating stunning visuals from basic to advanced techniques.
Motion Graphics
Master motion graphics, animation, and storytelling to create stunning visual experiences using industry-standard tools and techniques.
Visual Effects
Learn VFX in 8 weeks, mastering compositing, 3D integration, and particle effects to create seamless cinematic visuals.
