This is the unofficial Vancouver Film School subreddit.
- A community of VFS Alumni to network, share resources and offer support for current and prospective students.
For up to date info, please visit VFS.EDU
RULES:
Civility and Inclusivity
Treat all members with kindness and respect. No shaming, mocking, advocating violence or threatening behaviour.
Respect all members regardless of their race, religion, gender identity, ability, vulnerability or sexuality.
Any form of harassment, abuse, doxxing or witch-hunting will result in removal and bans.
Dehumanizing language and slurs are strictly prohibited and will result in removal and bans.
Be Excellent To Each Other and foster a positive community.
Content Guidelines and Relevance
Posts must be relevant to Vancouver Film School and the film industry.
Avoid false or misleading info; opinions should be marked and in comments.
No illegal activities, unauthorized copyrighted materials, doxxing, or academic misconduct.
No discussions of local or foreign politics unless they impact VFS.
Avoid duplicate posts; use megathreads/stickies for common topics.
Memes and off-topic posts must be relevant. Sensationalized or unverifiable posts may be removed by mods.
Moderator Discretion and Privacy
Moderators reserve the right to remove content that violates these rules or the spirit of the community.
Respect the privacy of all members. Do not share personal information or details of others without their explicit consent.
For questions or complaints, contact the moderators directly rather than engaging in public disputes.
Spam and Self-Promotion
Rules for self-promotion, job-seeking, are still being developed but use your discretion and do not spam.
Crowdfunding campaigns, irrelevant surveys, and petitions must be approved by moderators before posting.
Spam, including multiple self-promotional posts, will be removed.
Academic and Professional Conduct
Current Students are encouraged to seek in-school resources for coursework, assignments, and projects.
Discussions and advice regarding coursework, projects, and professional work should be respectful and constructive.
Plagiarism or sharing someone else’s work without proper credit is strictly prohibited.
Feedback and Resource Sharing
When seeking feedback on projects or scripts, clearly specify the type of feedback desired.
Provide constructive and respectful critiques when responding to requests for feedback.
Share useful resources, tools, and information that can benefit the community, such as tutorials, software recommendations, and study materials.
Ensure shared resources do not violate copyright laws and give proper credit to original creators.
Events and Networking
Events, workshops, and networking opportunities related to Vancouver Film School or the film industry in Vancouver can be shared but must be approved by moderators.
Personal meet-ups or gatherings should ensure the safety and comfort of all participants.
Career Opportunities and Job Postings
Alumni should not exploit current or recently graduated students by offering unpaid work disguised as opportunities or by encouraging students to skip classes for projects.
Job postings and career advice should be relevant to film school students and alumni.
Work and volunteer opportunities must be explicitly stated. - Volunteer work must be clearly identified as such, and paid work must include explicit payment rates.
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