A unique three-year program that reflects the needs of the rapidly expanding content creation field in the film and television industries. Students acquire a solid background in all crew positions, as well as specialize in one or two areas of concentration. Ongoing consultation with an advisory committee comprised of national industry leaders also ensures the program reflects this creative and eve
r-evolving industry. First year – Foundation year – Students learn the essential techniques of content creation and demonstrate their knowledge by performing all production and crew functions in both studio and field environments, as well as post-production. Work begins on scripts that may be developed further in the program. Second year – Process year – Students begin to specialize with crew rotations in their area of interest or expertise. Students produce creative content on multiple platforms, broadcasting across Canada and to the world. Third year – Focus year – Students focus on individual areas of specialization, choosing specific roles in digital filmmaking, remote event production and creating content for outside clients. Scripts written in first year and developed in second year, come to life on the big screen in this year, with a public screening at an area theatre. The academic year ends with a live awards show celebrating the excitement and creativity of student achievement – The Sparkies – in which awards are presented to students in all three years of the program, sponsored by major TV and media companies. The recipient of the Dome Award alone, chosen from first year students, receives $2,000 towards his or her tuition. Highlights
- A program unique in Ontario, students develop a full spectrum of skills including television production, digital filmmaking, web streaming, podcasting and DVD authoring.
- Students get 360° experience in integrated content creation by performing a range of production and crew positions in a variety of creative genres.
- Hands-on, high quality equipment (students use high definition field cameras) and facilities prepare grads for the industry.
- A diverse and accessible faculty team with experience at Canada’s major broadcasters, production companies and international sporting events including The Olympic Games, The World Cup, NASCAR, and The X-Games.
