Media Acting - Graduate Intensive Program (P707)
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Domestic Students
Program Description
Program Overview
The Media Acting - Graduate Intensive seven-week certificate program is tailored for actors who've graduated from recognized theatre schools or have at least five years of professional theatre experience (Equity members), This specialized certificate program will hone your on-camera acting skills, empowering you to seamlessly navigate between stage and screen.
Full Description
If you dream of taking you acting career from the stage to the big screen, the Media Acting - Graduate Intensive seven-week certificate program will give you the foundation needed to make the leap.
Each week, you'll take compressed classes in a modular learning style, including lessons in voice-over, animation, combat for film, new technology acting, and auditioning for film. You'll also take a daily on-camera acting class for the full duration of the program. Our program includes a weekly guest lecture series spotlighting industry professionals, including directors, producers, actors, and agents, who will share their expert insights with you.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Courses
Required Courses
Required Courses
Code | Course Name |
---|---|
ACTS 7002 | Creating Your Own Work |
ACTS 7006 | Audition Techniques |
ACTS 7008 | New Technology Acting |
ACTS 7009 | Voice-over Characterization |
ACTS 7010 | Acting for the Camera |
ACTS 7015 | Combat for Film |
ACTS 7016 | Commercial Auditioning |
ACTS 7019 | Animation Voicing |
ACTS 7050 | Guest Lecture Series |
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate demonstrates the ability to:
- Present oneself for employment in media as a professional actor and provide services that meet professional industry standards and ethics.
- Develop a believable character appropriate for the role and to the technological requirements of each recorded media discipline.
- Convey and sustain truth of character using relevant technical skills with appropriate emotional depth and clarity throughout the shooting of multiple scenes.
- Work collaboratively with agents, casting directors, producers, directors and film crews.
- Develop and apply strategies for personal, career and professional development to enhance work performance and maintain currency within the industry.
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the estimated total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for this seven-week summer program starting in Fall 2023. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2024 and at later dates. This fee does not include books, which are to be purchased by the student separately.
Financial Assistance
This program is not eligible for OSAP funding.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.
Admission Requirements
Applicants are selected based on the selection criteria outlined below:
- Graduate of a two- or three-year Theatre Acting diploma or a three- or four-year degree BFA in acting or or theatre professionals (Equity members).
How to Apply
Applications for this program are done directly through the School of Media and Performing Arts at George Brown College. Please fill in the application form to start the process.
Questions can be directed to media@georgebrown.ca or 416-415-5000 ext. 2015.
Contact Us
School of Media & Performing Arts
Phone: 416-415-5000, ext. 2015
Email: media@georgebrown.ca
For more information about George Brown College, you may also call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
Visit Our Campus
The School of Media & Performing Arts is located at the St. James Campus at 230 Richmond St East, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Campus tours are offered on a regular basis. Sign up for a campus tour today! You can also check out our virtual tour.
Media Acting - Graduate Intensive Program (P707)
Apply Now:
Domestic Students
Program Description
Program Overview
This seven-week certificate program is specifically designed for actors who have graduated from recognized theatre schools or theatre professionals (Equity members) with at least five years' experience, and wish to acquire, develop and deepen their on-camera acting skills in order to move confidently between the worlds of stage and screen.
Full Description
Media Acting – Graduate Intensive is a seven-week certificate program for theatre school graduates or theatre professionals (Equity members) with at least five years' experience, who wish to acquire, develop and deepen their on-camera acting skills in order to move confidently between the worlds of stage and screen. This intensive George Brown College certificate program is designed exclusively for acting program graduates and theatre professionals who have a solid foundation on which to build.
Each week, students take compressed classes in a modular learning style, including lessons in voice-over, animation, combat for film, new technology acting and auditioning for film. They also take a daily on-camera acting class for the full seven weeks. Included is a weekly guest lecture series featuring professional directors, producers, actors and agents speaking on relevant topics within the field.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Courses
Required Courses
Required Courses
Code | Course Name |
---|---|
ACTS 7002 | Creating Your Own Work |
ACTS 7006 | Audition Techniques |
ACTS 7008 | New Technology Acting |
ACTS 7009 | Voice-over Characterization |
ACTS 7010 | Acting for the Camera |
ACTS 7015 | Combat for Film |
ACTS 7016 | Commercial Auditioning |
ACTS 7019 | Animation Voicing |
ACTS 7050 | Guest Lecture Series |
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate demonstrates the ability to:
- Present oneself for employment in media as a professional actor and provide services that meet professional industry standards and ethics.
- Develop a believable character appropriate for the role and to the technological requirements of each recorded media discipline.
- Convey and sustain truth of character using relevant technical skills with appropriate emotional depth and clarity throughout the shooting of multiple scenes.
- Work collaboratively with agents, casting directors, producers, directors and film crews.
- Develop and apply strategies for personal, career and professional development to enhance work performance and maintain currency within the industry.
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for this seven-week summer program starting in Fall 2022. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2023 and at later dates.
Financial Assistance
This program is not eligible for OSAP funding.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.
Admission Requirements
Applicants are selected based on the selection criteria outlined below:
- Graduate of a two- or three-year Theatre Acting diploma or a three- or four-year degree BFA in acting or or theatre professionals (Equity members).
How to Apply
Applications for this program are done directly through the School of Media and Performing Arts at George Brown College. Please fill in the application form to start the process.
Questions can be directed to media@georgebrown.ca or 416-415-5000 ext. 2015.
Contact Us
School of Media & Performing Arts
Phone: 416-415-5000, ext. 2015
Email: media@georgebrown.ca
For more information about George Brown College, you may also call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
Visit Our Campus
The School of Media & Performing Arts is located at the St. James Campus at 230 Richmond St East, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Campus tours are offered on a regular basis. Sign up for a campus tour today! You can also check out our virtual tour.