Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing how we create visual effects (VFX), bringing new ways of working that mix automation with human creativity. This study combines both literature-based investigation and a survey involving 100 creative related students at Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) to understand how AI is influencing VFX learning and practice. The literature review shows how quickly AI is being added into VFX production, from generating images, automatic compositing, motion tracking, to asset creation. These changes mean that students today need to learn not only how to use these tools, but also how to think critically and make creative choices with them. From the survey, most students shared positive and curious views about AI. They see it as a tool that helps getting ideas quickly, testing designs, and creative experimentation. Many believe that AI helps with productivity rather than replacing creativity. However, some still feel that AI cannot truly express emotion or imagination the way humans do. In conclusion, the study suggests that the future of VFX education will rely on collaboration between human creativity and intelligent systems. Students need to learn how to work with AI while keeping emotion, storytelling, and originality at the heart of their creative process. This will redefine the artist’s role, not as someone who simply produces visuals, but as a creative director and thinker who guides technology to produce meaningful and emotional works.