Digital Cinematography
3 years – Ontario College Advanced Diploma
Make three short films in your first year.
Overview
Upcoming Intake: Fall 2023: College Drive – North Bay
The film industry is thriving in Canada and there is a growing need for skilled workers in this dynamic and exciting field. Learn hands-on the art of filmmaking using the latest digital technologies. This program is geared for the industry of today, and will immerse you in all aspects of production including cinematography, screenwriting, art direction, post production, lighting and sound, directing and producing. You will gain a solid foundation in cinematic storytelling and graduate with the tools you need to enter this rapidly-changing and evolving field.
Our student films are awarded and nationally recognized for their excellence by the CME (Canadian Media Educators) awards every year.
Your Future Career
- Director and producer
- Director of photography
- Picture editor
- Camera assistant
- Grip and lighting technician
- Sound operator
- Locations manager
What You Learn
- Directing, assistant directing and casting
- Scriptwriting and producing
- Cinematography, lighting and camera movement
- Production design and art direction
- Production processes and management
- Working at Heights Certification
Admissions Requirements
Admissions Requirements
OSSD or equivalent, ENG4C or ENG4U
If English is not your first language you must provide proof of English competency.
View current English Language Proficiency Requirements.
Curriculum
Curriculum
Semester 1
| DCM100 | Digital Cinematography I |
| DCM110 | Writing Skills for Film and Media I |
| DCM120 | Post Production I |
| DCM170 | Production Process and Management I |
| DCM175 | History of the Cinema |
| GENED | General Education Elective - Online (Dig Sem 1) |
Semester 2
| DCM200 | Digital Cinematography II |
| DCM210 | Writing Skills for Film and Media II |
| DCM220 | Post Production II |
| DCM240 | Sound Production I |
| DCM250 | Directing I |
| DCM275 | Production Design |
Semester 3
| DCM260 | Motion Graphics and Compositing I |
| DCM320 | Advanced Post Production III |
| DCM350 | Directing II |
| DCM400 | Advanced Digital Cinematography I |
| DCM470 | Producing a Short I |
Semester 4
| DCM340 | Sound Production II |
| DCM390 | Documentary Film Making I |
| DCM410 | Writing Skills for Film and Media III |
| DCM420 | Advanced Post Production and Compositing |
| DCM450 | Directing III |
| GENED | General Education Elective - Online (Dig Sem 4) |
Semester 5
| DCM500 | Applied Filmmaking I |
| DCM590 | Portfolio Development |
| GENED | General Education Elective - Online (Dig Sem 5) |
Semester 6
| DCM600 | Applied Filmmaking II |
| DCM640 | Post Production Mastering |
Tuition Fees
Tuition Fees
2023-24 – 3 years – Ontario College Advanced Diploma
College Drive Campus – Domestic| Year | Tuition | Ancillary Fees | Material Fee | Trip Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $3615.3 | $1320.38 | $400 | - | $5335.68 |
| 2 | $3615.3 | $1165.38 | - | $550 | $5330.68 |
| 3 | $3615.3 | $1165.38 | - | - | $4780.68 |
2023-24 – 3 years – Ontario College Advanced Diploma
College Drive Campus – International| Year | Tuition | Ancillary Fees | Material Fee | Trip Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19111.1 | $1900.38 | $400 | - | $21411.48 |
| 2 | $19111.1 | $1745.38 | - | $550 | $21406.48 |
| 3 | $19111.1 | $1745.38 | - | - | $20856.48 |
What You Need
What You Need
Textbooks:
Check out the Campus Bookstore to not only purchase your textbooks but also view your book list before the semester starts.
Technology/Devices:
Canadore College has implemented Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) to enhance your learning experience in and out of the classroom while ensuring flexibility in learning.
To learn more about BYOD and to find out what is required for your program, please visit https://www.canadorecollege.ca/BYOD
You will also need:
- Headphones, over the ear - apx. $80.00
- 2 SD cards (class 10 or better at 32 GB or greater) - apx. $100.00
- Winter Boots- apx. 100.00
- 2TB Portable Hard Drive (or 2x 1TB drives. USB 3.0 connection. Lacie Rugged drives are recommended) - apx. $200.00
- 36 AA Batteries - apx. $50.00
- Outdoor Clothing for Winter and Spring
- Computer with webcam and good internet connection
- Final Draft Subscription - apx. $131.72 (Student Pricing Available)
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Learning outcomes represent culminating demonstrations of learning and achievement. In addition, learning outcomes are interrelated and cannot be viewed in isolation of one another. As such, they should be viewed as a comprehensive whole. They describe performances that demonstrate that significant integrated learning by graduates of the program has been achieved.
Further Your Education
Further Your Education
There are many options available to students who already have some postsecondary education.
Whether you are looking to study at Canadore from another school, continue your education at Canadore, or looking to pursue further education elsewhere, we can help find the right path for you!
Whether you want to Transfer TO Canadore, Transfer WITHIN Canadore, or prepare to Transfer FROM Canadore, we've got you covered!
Learn more about Credit Transfer and Pathway opportunities here.