As a creator, you have vision. You dream big. You see only possibilities in the world around you. Your imagination and drive to create captivates and inspires people. You have a knack for turning the ordinary into something extraordinary.
Careers for creators
As a creator, you may be happy with a career in fields like:
- Art and design – Express yourself and change how people see the world.
- Writing – Create characters and worlds, and present ideas that inspire.
- Community Design – Build beautiful, functional and meaningful spaces.
- Childhood Education – Spark curiosity and imagination in young learners.
- Culinary Arts – Turn food flavors and textures into unforgettable experiences.
Create with words
Hilary Peach worked as a welder for 20 years. In 2022 she published a memoir entitled Thick Skin: Fields Notes from a Sister in the Brotherhood. She has also released poetry. Hilary credits her VIU welding instructor for teaching her that people in trades have a story to tell.
"My time in the program prepared me for my career, thanks largely to instructor Glen Nelson. He's an outstanding welder and teacher. There's a chapter about him in my book."
Featured programs for creators
At VIU, we help you find your place in the world as a creator. We give you the tools and training you need to explore your unique perspective and express yourself.
Looking for more?
With 120+ programs to choose from, you can find a program that fits your goals as a creator.
Create visual stories
Atticus Mercredi, a VIU Visual Art student, honours and tells the life story of his late mother, Glenda Faye Ledoux, through his exhibit Nikaway - My Mother in Cree at VIU's View Gallery.
"The story of my family's history is just one of many throughout this country. A lot of Indigenous people just don’t know their family members or are separated. I think if colonization never happened maybe I would have grown up with all my siblings and my mom."
Glenda Ledoux was a residential school survivor from Mistawasis Cree First Nation. Her story reflects the lasting impact of colonization on Indigenous people. Read more about Mercredi's tribute to his mother.