About Video Design And Production Program in George Brown College

The Video Design & Production program will prepare future professionals with the skills required in this emerging field by merging traditional filmmaking techniques with new mediums and distributive methodologies. Graduates will be armed with entrepreneurial knowledge and skills that will enable them to decide which path (employment or self-employment) is best for them. Students will be exposed to elements of both video design and video production including phonography, immersive environments and auteurship, as well as the necessary video editing and post-production skills to create video for entertainment, marketing, advertising, education and social network strategies.

PROGRAM STANDARDS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

• Create independent digital film projects according to project specifications using various production techniques.
• Work effectively as a member of a digital film production team in various capacities and roles.
• Manage scheduling and budget for digital film productions.
• Capture quality moving images using appropriate camera/lighting equipment and techniques.
• Develop a short film and television portfolio to showcase digital filmmaking skills.
• Write story-driven, visual and cinematic scripts focused on effective dialogue, structure and character development.
• Record and mix multi-track sound in a digital format using industry standard equipment and software.
• Market and distribute digital film projects using industry and new media outlets.
• Edit digital video on non-linear, industry standard software and equipment.

THE INDUSTRY

The media industry is experiencing a dramatic shift in how it records, transmits and presents itself to the world. As Toronto and the province of Ontario continue to adapt to these challenges and changes with vigour, this industry shows strong projected growth. With Canadians watching more online video than nearly anyone else in the world, and crowdfunding playing an increasingly significant role in video projects such as short and feature films, media continues to have a robust and solid grounding in Toronto. (Sources: ComScore, Canadian Media Production Association)

CAREER OPTIONS

Video designers are able to move across multiple platforms including film, television and interaction storytelling. Potential job titles include:

• Filmmaker
• Screenwriter
• Director
• Assistant Director
• Editor
• Editorial Assistant
• Producer
• Production Manager
• Production Assistant

Academic qualification equivalents

• Have graduated from senior secondary school or equivalent (those applying for a postgraduate program must have graduated from a university or college)

English language requirements (one of the below):

• IELTS          :         6.0, minimum 5.5 in each skill band
• TOEFL        :        80 (Internet-based) minimum 20 in each skill band
• PTE             :         54, overall minimum 50 in each skill band

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George Brown College The Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

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Residence Fees

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Meal Plans

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