Q: Where is Stan Winston School located?
A: We are located in cyberspace, accessible to character creation students and monster fans worldwide at www.stanwinstonschool.com.
Q: What education or experience is required to enroll?
A: Stan Winston School of Character Arts is open to anyone with a curious mind. No previous experience or education is required.
Q: What is the application process?
A: Just subscribe, and you’re in!
Q: What comes with my subscription?
A: Monthly and Yearly subscribers get unlimited access to our entire library of video courses by award-winning Hollywood artists & technical wizards. Learn whatever you want, whenever you want, on your phone, tablet, or computer. Yearly subscribers also get exclusive discounts on DVDs, Streams & merch, as well as FREE access to our Live Online Courses, featuring real-time interaction with industry-leading professionals.
Q: Can I really learn professional skills from Hollywood's finest artists at Stan Winston School for a fraction of the cost of a brick-and-mortar school?
A: That's right. Our mission is to provide high-quality arts education that is both accessible and affordable. We believe you shouldn't have to spend thousands of dollars to get a world-class arts education.
Q: Do I have to make a long-term commitment?
A: No. Monthly subscribers can cancel at any time and still get access to our online library for the remainder of their billing period.
Q: Do you offer a certification or degree program?
A: Stan Winston School does not offer a certification or degree program. We are an online resource for individuals who want to learn the ins-and-outs of all aspects of Character Arts, and we offer unprecedented access to industry professionals who show you in detail how they do what they do.
Q: Do you offer subscription discounts?
A: Yes, we're happy to offer special subscription discounts to full-time students and veterans of any nation with proof of eligibility. For more information, please contact us at info@stanwinstonschool.com.
Q: Do you offer financial aid?
A: We do not offer financial aid.
Q: What is the appropriate age for viewing the Stan Winston School Courses?
A: Our courses span a wide range of techniques and are geared to varying levels of maturity and skill sets. We feel that even our most basic courses would probably require at least a 7th Grade (13-year-old) level of comprehension. If you are a parent with concerns about appropriate language and imagery (realistic depictions of gore, occasional adult language), it might be best to review specific courses before sharing them with your younger children.
Q: Is my Personal and Credit Card information safe?
A: Your information is safe with us. All personal data, including Credit Card information, is encrypted and stored on our secure server.
Q: Is my information kept private?
A: We do not make any collected information available to unrelated third parties, whether for sale, rent, or free, without your consent. Please see our PRIVACY POLICY for more details.
Q: Can I make purchases by phone?
A: We do not accept payments by phone. All transactions must be made ONLINE, via our secure e-commerce SHOPPING CART.
Q: How do you handle purchases by international students?
A: Stan Winston School lists ALL prices in US Dollars. Should you make a credit purchase, your credit card company will automatically convert the amount based on current exchange rates.
Q: What’s your Return Policy?
A: Stan Winston School of Character Arts will accept unopened or damaged/defective product within 60 days of sale. Please see our RETURNS section for more information.
Q: Is a stream the same thing as a DVD?
A: Same content, different medium. But, yes, it's the exact same course, verbatim. The only difference is, in the stream you have the option to watch in HD as well as standard def. (That goes for our subscription streams as well!)
Q: Why do some Course DVDs cost more than others?
A: When the length of an On-Demand Course requires a 2 or 3 DVD set, we factor the extra manufacturing costs into the pricing.
Q: Do you certify or validate movie props?
A: For movie props and memorabilia, the only verified evidence would be a valid certificate of authenticity from an official source (such as the film studio) or a signed letter from someone connected to the project explaining the provenance of the piece. Unfortunately, Stan Winston School cannot verify authenticity through photographs or video footage, as high-quality forgeries made from castings of original props would be nearly indistinguishable from the screen-used versions. Therefore, as a rule, we do not offer certificates or letters of authenticity.
TECHNICAL FAQ
Q: When playing an On-Demand Course stream on Chrome I hear audio but don't see the picture.
A: Instead of using Chrome try using the Firefox browser.
Q: When I try to play an On-Demand Course stream I get an error message on the video window.
A: When an error message appears clear your cache and cookies from your browser, this helps the site run smoothly.
Q: What is the best way to contact Stan Winston School to resolve a problem?
A: To resolve a problem, you can reach us via e-mail: info@stanwinstonschool.com