Film and Television Production Humber Polytechnic

Overview

Industry experts will train you in the skills required for success in the film industry. Find your niche and develop team-building and collaboration skills by working in specialized roles on public service announcements, documentaries and short films. A wide variety of filmmaking, editing and cinematography courses will help you achieve well-rounded capabilities and create head-turning work.

Key facts

• fine tune film and TV production abilities using industry-standard production equipment in large, well-equipped studios and state-of-the-art video and audio editing suites
• gain valuable experience in every aspect of production including scriptwriting, lighting, direction, shooting, post-production, distribution and exhibition 
• complete your education with training in business and marketing, opportunities to connect with industry professionals, and a final-semester work placement
• premiere your work at high-profile programme showcase screenings

Student films produced in FMTV are regularly selected for a number of leading film festivals including TIFF Top Ten, Hot Docs, Montreal World Film Festival and Air Canada EnRoute.

Your Career

Take action with a fast-paced career in the growing film and television production industry.

The  Film and Television Production advanced diploma programme from Humber Polytechnic  has prepared thousands of graduates for a range of permanent and freelance positions in television, feature film production and post-production. These positions include writing, directing, producing, camera operation, cinematography, sound recording, and picture and sound editing. Additionally, graduates work in casting, location scouting, marketing and distribution. According to Ontario Creates, Ontario's film and TV industry supported more than 44,540 jobs in 2019 and contributed $2.15 billion to Ontario's economy.

Humber works with our industry partners to use their expertise in designing the programme, ensuring you earn a credential that opens doors for you and industry respects.