ECV – SCHOOL OF VISUAL CREATION
Since its founding in 1984, ECV has stood out for its ability to anticipate the needs and expectations of the creative industries. At a time when the creative process is becoming increasingly collaborative, ECV aims to train talents who excel in teamwork. The ECV network of schools provides a space for hybridisation and creative effervescence, allowing each individual to experiment and develop their talent.
“By learning to create together through a unique and collective educational experience, our students gain confidence and develop their individuality.”
— The Management Committee
CREATIVES OPEN TO THE WORLD
From the rise of design thinking to the game art and animation industries, which rely on ever-growing teams, creativity has become a team sport. ECV campuses are designed as spaces for exchange and expression, where every personality finds a voice. Here, the diversity of knowledge and cultures is celebrated and transformed into an invaluable strength.
“At ECV, we remain more convinced than ever that nothing great is built alone.”
Guest lecturers and teaching staff work towards a common goal: fostering collective efficiency to unlock full potential. To uphold this commitment, ECV provides a supportive structure and an environment that encourages openness to others.
THE HISTORY OF ECV
ECV was established in Paris, marking the launch of its Design programme.
ECV was among the first schools to offer a dedicated training programme in animation cinema and game art.
In 2007, the European Commission granted ECV the Erasmus University Charter.
All digital programmes are offered as apprenticeships, and now four Master’s programmes in Design are also available in this format.
The school now offers a programme in interior architecture and scenography, from Preparatory Year through to Master’s level, available in apprenticeship.
The school celebrates its 40th anniversary and, on this occasion, unveils its new identity, opens the Strasbourg campus, and receives the RNCP Title No. 39251 for Artistic Director of Visual Communication Projects at level 7 (Master’s level), registered by decision published on 27/06/2024 with France Compétences.
ECV opens its 6th campus in Strasbourg for the 2025 academic year, with a strong international dimension.
ECV values
Pedagogical Excellence
ECV places great importance on the quality of teaching and its faculty, which is made up of recognized and distinguished professionals in their fields. Close and privileged relationships with agencies help to enrich and evolve the educational content.
Network and Recognition
ECV maintains strong relationships with agencies and major professional organizations, reinforced by the presence of its graduates in various sectors worldwide. This network is a valuable asset for the future of students.
Professionalism
At the heart of ECV’s teaching is the work on real-world projects with partner companies. Selected for the value of their school-company collaboration, these projects allow students to engage with professional realities and meet its demands.
International
In a profession that has become borderless, it is essential to train creative individuals who are mobile and open to the world. ECV encourages its students to undertake internships abroad and to take advantage of academic exchange agreements by participating in international networks and events.
Audacity and Creativity
Combining knowledge and cultures, taking risks, and experimenting to promote the emergence of new ideas and creations are values that ECV upholds and passes on to its students to help them achieve excellence.
School Life
ECV’s pedagogy is built on values of close student-teacher relationships, attention, and availability. A school is a learning and sharing community that fosters personal development, teamwork, and a spirit of initiative.
Programmes
ECV school is present on 6 campuses in France : Paris, Bordeaux, Nantes, Lille, Strasbourg and Aix-en-Provence. Every year, it trains 2,700 students enrolled in Foundation Year, Bachelor and Master programmes:
- DESIGN (Graphic Design, Interactive Design, Advertising, Design & Typography, Design & Strategy, Interior Design & Scenography),
- ANIMATION (2-D and 3-D Animation Cinema, VFX),
- GAME (Game art & Game design)
- DIGITAL (Webdesign, UX/UI, Webmarketing, Development)
ECV’s programmes are based on a precise understanding of the market for which its students are preparing. This fundamental principle has guided the major orientations of its courses.
The professionalism of its faculty, the numerous internships, the strong connections with agencies in France and abroad, the school’s recognition in the Design and Animation sectors, as well as its Alumni network, all serve as key factors for ECV in supporting the success of its students.
Graduates enter a professional world that feels familiar to them, where they are recognized for their skills and creativity.
