Success Stories
Our students achieve great results! Check out some highlights from our alumni, fresh stories straight out of movie sets they are working on and a sneak peek into upcoming projects!
Taylor Barron: Busy Working MUA in Vancouver
Today we are spotlighting NIC makeup graduate Taylor Barron for their work as a MUA in the film and tv industry! Taylor’s list of credits
Mishelle Alvarez Books Major Motion Capture Show
Congratulations to NIC film acting conservatory graduate Mishelle Alvarez who booked a major motion capture show! At New Image College, we train actors to be
Jan Sikora Books Netflix Show
New Image College Film Acting Conservatory graduate Jan Sikora books a Netflix show. Jan was a very dedicated and hard-working student, always willing to help
Iveta Duong is Published in Gris Magazine
Congratulations to NIC makeup graduate Iveta Duong for her work published in Gris Magazine! Our graduates are very talented, you can check out her page at the
NIC Grad Mike Li Books Netflix Show
In today’s spotlight…New Image College Film Acting Conservatory graduate Mike Li has booked a recurring character in a new Netflix original series! Mike has been
Alexis Sides Books “Grease” Prequel with Paramount
Breaking News! New Image College Film Acting Conservatory graduate Alexis Sides booked ”Grease: Rose of the Pink Ladies”- Paramount Pictures’ prequel to the iconic 1987
Acting Head Phil Granger in “Woodland” on Amazon Prime
Today we have exciting NIC Acting news…..Phil Granger, acting head here at NIC, stars in Woodland with actor Richard Harmon on Amazon Prime! Written and
Yu Matsushita books Stunt Actor on Kung Fu Season 2
Today we are congratulating NIC acting graduate Yu Matsushita for her BIG news booking a stunt actor part on Kung Fu season 2! Season 2
Blake Williams on Netflix
Congratulations to NIC acting conservatory graduate Blake Williams who just landed a recurring role on a Netflix show. That’s all we can say so far…so
Selina Loum in Blue Flame
Today we are spotlighting Selina Loum! Selina is a singer and actress and voice actress. You can find her in Blue Flame (The Lost City
Misaki Higashibppu is MUA on music video “Drifting Away”
Congratulations to Film Makeup Masters graduate Misaki Higashibppu for her work on the music video \”Drifting Away\” forAutograf Music with Kyle Reynolds directed by Michelle Kee
Graduate Kate Ely produces Constellations in February 2022
Attention NIC Community! NIC Acting graduate Kate Ely is producing a play called Constellations premiering in February 2022! Kate Ely is an award winning director
Jesse Peachment books CW\’s Legends of Tomorrow
Today we are congratulating New Image College Film Acting Conservatory graduate Jesse Peachment! Jesse just booked CW’s Legends of Tomorrow! Jesse was one of the
Maurcio Romero books role on Warner Brothers set and receives PR all in one day!
Before attending NIC Film Acting Conservatory, graduate Maurcio Romero had a great career as an actor in Mexican film and theatre. However, he decided to
Graduate Shabnam Piraee Major Success
Today we are celebrating NIC fashion and film makeup graduate: Shabnam Piraee. Since graduating, Shabnam worked as a Beauty Adviser at Shoppers Drug Mart, and
Saho Tashimo is at Mink Canvas Lash Co.
In today’s spotlight, we have…. Saho Tashimo! Saho just graduated from the NIC Nails Co-Op and then our Spa Co-Op! She works at Mink Canvas Lash
NIC Graduate Jaylene hired at Sephora on Robson
Congratulations to recent NIC makeup graduate Jaylene on her recent hire at Sephora on Robson! At NIC, we make sure that our graduates leave with
Michael Danell in “Zerene”
Today we are spotlighting NIC acting graduate Michael Danell who just booked and filmed a lead role in an independent film called “Zerene” by Couture
NIC Students are MUAs at Vancouver Fashion Week
Congratulations to NIC Makeup students Zohouri and Jaylene (@face_off_makeup21 and @perfect_______finish on instagram) for WORKING IT at Vancouver Fashion Week! What an amazing experience that
Gayle Yamamoto is “Mrs Tamaka” in Hallmark Movie!
Today we are celebrating NIC Acting graduate Gayle Yamamoto! Gayle just booked the role of Mrs Tamaka in the Hallmark movie “Coyote Creek Christmas”, and
Jessica Blanco Wins Palmas de Oro: Business Woman of the Year
And the award goes to….Jessica Blanco! Congratulations to NIC Acting Conservatory graduate Jessica Blanco (@jessicablancoc on instagram) who won Business Woman of the Year at
Hiroki Sakai is MUA for GMARO Magazine!
Check out NIC grad Hiroki Sakai’s work on hair and makeup up in this editorial for GMARO magazine @gmaromagazine entitled “FRIDAY NIGHT OUT!” Hiroki graduated
Head of Acting Phil Granger on MAID on Netflix
New Image College acting instructors are not only excellent instructors-they also do what they teach. Our own film acting conservatory acting department head: Philip Granger
Roberto Santana books Billy the Kid
Congratulations to our Co-op film acting student Roberto Santana who booked an actor role on Billy the Kid! He moved to Vancouver just last May,
Mary Galloway’s “Querencia” at CSAs
Dear NIC Community! We have big news, and we need YOUR help! New Image College Acting Conservatory graduate Mary Galloway’s (@missmgalloway on instagram) web series “Querencia” has been
Gurb Johal in Super Bowl Commercial
New Image College Film Acting Conservatory Graduate Gurb Johal has always had a big heart. We remember when he came in to audition for the
Mako Fujimoto in American Miniseries: Shōgun
Today we are congratulating current NIC Acting student Mako Fujimoto (@jimooom) for her role as “Shizu No Kata” in the upcoming American miniseries “Shōgun”! The
Alanna Burkholder Is Already On Set!
Here is NIC’s 2021 graduate Alanna Burkholder (@alannab.mua) already on set as Second Makeup Assistant. Congratulations Alanna! We knew you would thrive!
Francisco Cano on The Good Doctor
Introducing: Francisco Cano! A graduate of our acting program, Francisco can be seen on the TV Series: The Good Doctor, Siren, and The Healing Powers
Laurence Adams Debut on Paramount
Today we are celebrating recent NIC Acting 101 graduate: Laurence Adams! Laurence just shot a new show that will debut on Paramount Plus called, Mayor
NIC Student: Kylan McKenzie Books New Role
Congratulations for NIC student Kylan McKenzie who just booked the role of ”Captain Rosemand”! We love seeing the hard work of our students pay off!
Marissa Zurita Working on Prosthetics for Netflix and Amazon Prime Video
Today we are spotlighting NIC SFX graduate: Marissa Zurita! Marissa graduated from New Image in 2017. Since then she returned to Mexico, and has worked
NIC Students are MUAs in “Switch City” awarded Best Film at VAFF
Current makeup student Daniela Rojas-Vizcaino (@nani_rouge) keyed Makeup Effects, assisted by current student Jaylene Ferreria (@perfect___finish) on SWITCH CITY, directed by Moheb Jindran (@mohebjin) which
Makeup Grad Jinx Working on Supergirl Season 6
Today we are spotlighting NIC SFX graduate: Jinx Isaacs @jinxisaacs! Jinx has just completed work on the makeup team of Supergirl season 6! You can
NIC Students Book Big Commercial
When casting directors look for actors, they look for the very best. And this week, two of our students auditioned amongst hundreds of actors, and
Dakota Daulby produces own film: Decay
NIC Graduate Dakota Daulby and his filmmaking partner, Harrison Houde recently produced a Sci-Fi film ”Decay” through their production company, Vesperia Films, in Los Angeles.
Toby Tzu-Jung Lee
Introducing: Toby Tzu-Jung Lee! Since graduating from NIC’s makeup program, Toby has worked as a successful makeup artist on many films and TV series including
Melissa Sahlstom: Major MUA Success
It’s time for a NIC graduate spotlight! Today we are introducing: Melissa Sahlstrom. Melissa is a film and television makeup artist located in Vancouver BC. She
Erika Hau Triple Books!
NIC Film Conservatory Graduate Erika Hau books again, again and again. Through the pandemic, Erika’s path to success was a roller coaster ride, but Erika
Beverly Hoy: MUA on Firefly Lane on Netflix
Beverly Hoy is a makeup artist, hairstylist, and lash extension technician. She has worked as a key makeup artist on Netflix’s “Firefly Lane”, “Home Before
Blake Williams Books HUGE Role on Netflix Series
Update! NIC Acting Conservatory graduate Blake Williams has just booked a huge role on a Netflix series! Blake has always worked with focus and intention,
Jarelle De’Von Hepburn On Lucifer
Turned on the TV and who did we see? None other than past NIC graduate Jarelle De’Von Hepburn on Lucifer! Great to see you Jarelle!
Stephanie Van Dyck: Circus Artist, Radio Host, Actor
Introducing NIC graduate: Stephanie Van Dyck! Stephanie is an actor, professional circus artist, and on air host at @mountainfmradio! Recently, you can find her in
Yuki Morita in The Midnight Club on Netflix
Today we are spotlighting NIC graduate: Yuki Morita! Yuki grew up in Tokyo, Japan, and moved to Vancouver to study acting here at NIC. Since
Dakota Daulby in Black Summer on Netflix
More graduate success! Dakota Daulby is in Black Summer on Netflix now! You can look for him in episodes 2 and 3! Dakota has accumulated
Mike Li in Dwayne Johnson’s Blockbuster: Skyscraper
Today we are spotlighting NIC graduate: Mike Li! Mike landed his first feature film role in Dwayne Johnson’s blockbuster Skyscraper in 2018. He has accumulated
Dakota Vegh: Writer/Actor From Langley, BC
Introducing: Dakota Vegh! Dakota hails from Langley, BC where he began acting at a young age before attending NIC’s acting program. Most recently, Dakota wrote
Yu Matsushita: Stunt Actor Wears Many Hats
Today we are spotlighting a NIC graduate with many talents: Yu Matsushita! Yu began her journey training extensively in many dance forms including ballet jazz, lyrical
