Navigating Production with the Film and Television Industry in Ontario Micro-Credential

Description

This micro-credential provides an inside view of the industry and networking opportunities in film and television production in Ontario, preparing students for a pathway to employment.

This stackable micro-credential can be applied towards the Business Skills for Creative Professionals Certificate or the Photography, Video, and Animation Skills Certificate.

The curriculum is developed in consultation with the local unions and guilds representing the industry, including the Directors Guild of Canada, International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE), and NABET 700-M UNIFOR. OCAD U alumni working in the industry will also be consulted.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon the successful completion of this micro-credential, students will have gained:

An understanding of the roles of unions, and union requirements to work in production
An understanding of the wide range of jobs in production and what skills each require
An awareness of production set etiquette and the requirements of the workplace, including safely protocols
An understanding of the local production ecosystem of local crews and international productions
An understanding of how to manage temporary work contracts with a focus on accounting, scheduling, taxes, and contract negotiations.
 
Note: Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester. 
 

Overview

  • Institution: OCAD University
  • Program type: Micro-credential
  • Language: English
  • Program Code:
  • Delivery Method: Fully Online/Distance

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Disclaimer:
Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.