VFX Academy Workshops | 2025
Nerve Centre Belfast | W5 Life, Odyssey Place, 2 Queens Quay
Admission: Free
Are you ready to dive into the world of visual effects?
Join us for our exciting series of VFX workshops, designed to ignite your imagination and equip you with the skills to create stunning digital art.
From learning NUKE, SFX Make-up to Virtual Production, we've got something for everyone. Our expert instructors will guide you through hands-on projects, teaching you the latest techniques and industry best practices.
Check out the full programme of workshops from for 2025 below.
January
NUKE Workshops
Over three full-day workshops, learn NUKE, a leading visual effects software. See how industry professionals use it to create stunning effects and enhance your filmmaking.
Schedule
- Saturday 11 January: 10:30am–4pm
- Saturday 18 January: 10:30am–4pm
- Saturday 25 January: 10:30am–4pm
Applications are now closed.
February
Practical Special Effects Make Up and Prosthetics | Armagh
Learn how to create realistic zombie makeup and prosthetics in this one-day workshop.
Saturday 3 February: 10am–4pm
Belfast session now full, join AmmA session.
Upcoming...
Virtual Production Studio Workshops
Elevate your filmmaking with this post-production workshop series. Learn essential visual effects techniques using After Effects and bring your own footage to practice.
VFX Masterclasses and Industry Q&A
Discover the future of filmmaking with virtual production. Learn how this technology is used in shows like The Mandalorian and experience it firsthand in a Northern Ireland studio.
Dates to be announced soon...
About NI Screen Academies
NI Screen Academies offer young people aged 16–19 the chance to dive into the exciting world of the screen industries. Whether you're into film, animation, games, or visual effects, our academies provide free, hands-on training and mentorship to help you kickstart your career.
Courses vary throughout the year so check back to see what's on offer.
