Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:
Graduates of this program will have the skills to work in marketing, advertising, photography or graphic arts as a self-employed entrepreneur or as part of an organization.
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Visual Content Creation (VCC)
Campus
Delivery
HybridDuration
4 Semesters (2 Years)Study Option
Full-timeCredential
Ontario College DiplomaAbout the Program
This two-year diploma program prepares you to become an innovative entrepreneur in a variety of industries where visual content creation is in high demand. Building on the basic principles of photography, videography and storytelling, it incorporates visual communication strategies, with a strong emphasis on social media, to prepare you for a successful career.
The program’s innovative curriculum blends photography, in the studio and on location, with a wide range of modern applications and technologies. This allows you to develop a comprehensive foundation in both traditional platforms and digital media. In addition, you will explore emerging visual content technologies like virtual reality, artificial intelligence (AI) image generation and drone photography.
Through a unique capstone project that incorporates photography, moving images and alternative media, this program will help you refine your skills, flex your creativity and develop a strong portfolio you can use for your career.
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Learn more about the VCC program. You’ll have the opportunity to explore the curriculum, discover career options and hear answers to some frequently asked questions.
Skills
- photography and videography
- multimedia editing
- business skills
- visual storytelling
- social media and multi-platform strategies
- project management
- entrepreneurship
Program Availability
| Start in | Location | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Sept. 2025 | Seneca@York | Closed |
Availability is subject to change and a seat is not guaranteed.
| Start in | Location | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Sept. 2025 | Seneca@York | Open |
| Jan. 2026 | Seneca@York | Open |
Availability is subject to change and a seat is not guaranteed.
Program and Course Delivery
This program is offered in Seneca's hybrid delivery format with some courses available in Seneca's flexible delivery format. Some coursework is online and some must be completed in person. Students will need to come on campus to complete in-person learning requirements.
In courses delivered in the flexible format, using interactive learning spaces, professors teach in person to students in a physical classroom or lab and stream to students online at the same time. Students have a choice of coming to campus for an in-person experience or learning online.
Learn more: Seneca’s program delivery options and how courses in this program will be delivered each term.
Your Career
When you graduate from this program, these are the types of career options you can explore:
- content creator
- professional photographer
- professional videographer
- creative director
- digital content editor
- entrepreneur
Technology Partners
VCC students benefit from hands-on training using the latest Adobe Creative Cloud software such as Photoshop, Lightroom, Illustrator and After Effects.
As an official Avid Media Campus, Seneca provides access to Avid’s software, hardware and infrastructure. You’ll learn using the same platforms as the professionals.
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What is Visual Content Creation?
Explore Seneca Polytechnic's innovative Visual Content Creation (VCC) diploma program, which combines photography expertise with modern applications and technologies. This two-year program prepares students to thrive as creative entrepreneurs in various industries where high-quality visual content is in demand.
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Explore our Student Works and Experiences Gallery to discover examples of photography and visual content created by Seneca students.
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