Sound Design & Production Program (Postgraduate) (P409)
- Program Name: Sound Design & Production
- Code: P409
- Credential: Ontario College Graduate Certificate
- Method of Study: Full-time
- Duration: 1 year (3 semesters)
- Centre:
- School: Media & Performing Arts
- Location: St. James Campus
- Starting Months: September
- Domestic Tuition: $7,021.00 *
- International Tuition: $32,377.00 **
- Fall 2023 Delivery: Semester 1: On Campus
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Overview
Program Overview
With a strong mobile entertainment and gaming industry in North America, there's an increased demand for sound designers. Modelling standard industry workflows, George Brown College's Sound Design & Production program focuses on creating sound for film, television and games. Students work in collaboration with other media programs to create sound for shorts, animations and games.
Full Description
Whether recording audio in-studio or in the field, as a Sound Design & Production student, you will learn to master technical skills and refine your artistic style.
Without a sound designer to create the perfect soundscape, the film, television and game industries are incomplete. Applying the technical and conceptual aspects of sound, you will become audio storytellers working alongside visual production artists to re-create the real world in a digital context.
You will learn how to create sound from scratch through capturing real-environment sounds as well as Foley creation. At George Brown's studio production facilities, you will learn mixing, video game audio, dialogue editing and ADR, sound design and recording to re-create audio landscapes.
Program Requirements
The Sound Design & Production program requires students to have access to a personal computer with the following minimum specifications:
- laptop or desktop
- CPU: Intel Core i5 – i7
- graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 620 or equivalent
- RAM: 4GB – 8GB (the most you can afford. the better)
- screen: 13.3-inch – 15inch
- storage: 500GB – 1TB SSD
- additional Storage: 2-4TB Portable HD
- personal recorders: Zoom H1n or higher; Tascam DR-05X or higher
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate demonstrates the ability to:
- Create sound files for live action dramatic short films, animated short films, video games and interactive media
- Produce a score recording session and arrange a provided composition to fit a given visual sequence.
- Collaborate with key principals and production personnel in the creation of complementary sound design for a storytelling environment.
- Design sound for the appropriate medium and genres considering the cultural and social significance of those designs.
- Plan audio design and production projects that reflect scope and vision for pre-production, production and postproduction.
- Apply entrepreneurial strategies relevant within the field of sound design to develop a viable business plan for freelance sound design professionals.
- Assess existing and emerging market trends in sound design products and services for production project purposes.
- Adhere to legal principles, government legislation and regulations, copyright and contract requirements and professional and industry codes of conduct.
Courses
Required Courses
SEMESTER 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| SDES 1001 | Sound Design |
| SDES 1002 | Auditory Cultures |
| SDES 1003 | Sound Design Theory |
| SDES 1012 | Applied Postproduction |
| SDES 1005 | Postproduction ADR and Foley Mixing |
| SDES 1016 | Game Sound Design I |
SEMESTER 2
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| SDES 1011 | Advanced Sound Design |
| SDES 1004 | Scoring and Music Editorial |
| SDES 1013 | Sound Art |
| SDES 1014 | Production and Location Sound |
| SDES 1015 | Advanced Postproduction ADR and Foley |
| SDES 1006 | Game Sound Design II |
SEMESTER 3
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| SDES 2010 | Workplace Preparation and Entrepreneurship |
| SDES 2020 | Experiential Thesis |
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Industry
With an established grounding in the film/television industry and the growing strength of the gaming industry in Ontario, sound designers have a respected place and fulfill a vital role in both industries. Graduates will be prepared to work with production companies and sound studios as Toronto continues to create and supply the world with quality sound content.
Tuition and Fees
Domestic Tuition
International Tuition
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the three semesters of programs starting in Fall 2022. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2023 and at later dates.
International Students
Visit the International Fees and Related Costs page for more information.
Financial Assistance
This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.
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.
How to Qualify and Apply
Admission Requirements
- diploma, advanced diploma or degree in digital animation, game development, theatre production, or film/video production, or related field
- portfolio
- online interview*
OR
- diploma, advanced diploma or degree in another discipline with a minimum of two years of experience in sound-related work (resumé and references required)
- portfolio
- online interview*
* Please note that only the top-ranked applicants (based on their portfolio) will be invited to attend an online interview.
Please note that domestic applicants who are submitting international transcripts require a Canadian equivalency evaluation. This can be obtained through ICAS (International Credential Assessment Service) at icascanada.ca or WES (World Education Services) at wes.org/ca.
English Language Proficiency
Applicants with international transcripts who do not provide English language proficiency test results must test at the College level in the George Brown College English assessment to be considered for admission.
Please visit English Proficiency for more details.
International Students
Visit the International Admissions page for more information regarding country specific admission requirements.
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges.
International Students
Visit the How to Apply page for more information on how and when to apply.
International students should apply through the George Brown College Online Application System.
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.
International Students
Contact one of our international recruitment representatives specializing by country of origin by either booking a virtual meeting or submitting an inquiry. For more information visit the International Contact Us page
Visit Our Campus
This program is offered through our School of Media and Performing Arts and classes take place at our St. James Campus, located at 230 Richmond Street East, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
On-campus information sessions are available. Come and have your questions answered. Learn about the program content and career options, meet your friendly professors and staff, and experience what it is like to be in a George Brown College classroom. Sign up for an information session.
Campus tours are offered on a regular basis. Sign up for a campus tour. You can also check out our virtual tour.
Sign up and learn more about your options, our programs, and life at George Brown.
Sound Design & Production Program (Postgraduate) (P409)
- Program Name: Sound Design & Production
- Code: P409
- Credential: Ontario College Graduate Certificate
- Method of Study: Full-time
- Duration: 1 year (3 semesters)
- Centre:
- School: Media & Performing Arts
- Location: St. James Campus
- Starting Months: September
- Domestic Tuition: $6,816.00 *
- International Tuition: $31,246.00 **
- Spring 2023 Delivery: Semester 3: On Campus
Compare up to 3 programs
Overview
Program Overview
With a strong mobile entertainment and gaming industry in North America, there's an increased demand for sound designers. Modelling standard industry workflows, George Brown College's Sound Design & Production program focuses on creating sound for film, television and games. Students work in collaboration with other media programs to create sound for shorts, animations and games.
Full Description
Whether recording audio in-studio or in the field, as a Sound Design & Production student, you will learn to master technical skills and refine your artistic style.
Without a sound designer to create the perfect soundscape, the film, television and game industries are incomplete. Applying the technical and conceptual aspects of sound, you will become audio storytellers working alongside visual production artists to re-create the real world in a digital context.
You will learn how to create sound from scratch through capturing real-environment sounds as well as Foley creation. At George Brown's studio production facilities, you will learn mixing, video game audio, dialogue editing and ADR, sound design and recording to re-create audio landscapes.
Program Requirements
The Sound Design & Production program requires students to have access to a personal computer with the following minimum specifications:
- laptop or desktop
- CPU: Intel Core i5 – i7
- graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 620 or equivalent
- RAM: 4GB – 8GB (the most you can afford. the better)
- screen: 13.3-inch – 15inch
- storage: 500GB – 1TB SSD
- additional Storage: 2-4TB Portable HD
- personal recorders: Zoom H1n or higher; Tascam DR-05X or higher
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate demonstrates the ability to:
- Create sound files for live action dramatic short films, animated short films, video games and interactive media
- Produce a score recording session and arrange a provided composition to fit a given visual sequence.
- Collaborate with key principals and production personnel in the creation of complementary sound design for a storytelling environment.
- Design sound for the appropriate medium and genres considering the cultural and social significance of those designs.
- Plan audio design and production projects that reflect scope and vision for pre-production, production and postproduction.
- Apply entrepreneurial strategies relevant within the field of sound design to develop a viable business plan for freelance sound design professionals.
- Assess existing and emerging market trends in sound design products and services for production project purposes.
- Adhere to legal principles, government legislation and regulations, copyright and contract requirements and professional and industry codes of conduct.
Courses
Required Courses
SEMESTER 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| SDES1001 | Sound Design |
| SDES1002 | Auditory Cultures |
| SDES1003 | Sound Design Theory |
| SDES1012 | Applied Postproduction |
| SDES1005 | Postproduction ADR and Foley Mixing |
| SDES1016 | Sound for Interactive Media |
SEMESTER 2
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| SDES1011 | Advanced Sound Design |
| SDES1004 | Scoring and Music Editorial |
| SDES1013 | Sound Art |
| SDES1014 | Production and Location Sound |
| SDES1015 | Advanced Postproduction ADR and Foley |
| SDES1006 | Game Audio Design |
SEMESTER 3
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| SDES2010 | Workplace Preparation and Entrepreneurship |
| SDES2020 | Experiential Thesis |
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Industry
With an established grounding in the film/television industry and the growing strength of the gaming industry in Ontario, sound designers have a respected place and fulfill a vital role in both industries. Graduates will be prepared to work with production companies and sound studios as Toronto continues to create and supply the world with quality sound content.
Tuition and Fees
Domestic Tuition
International Tuition
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the three semesters of programs starting in Fall 2021. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2022 and at later dates.
** Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the three semesters of the program starting in Fall 2022. Fees are subject to change for program semesters starting at later dates.
International Students
Visit the International Fees and Related Costs page for more information.
Financial Assistance
This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.
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.
How to Qualify and Apply
Admission Requirements
- diploma, advanced diploma or degree in digital animation, game development, theatre production, or film/video production, or related field
- portfolio
- online interview*
OR
- diploma, advanced diploma or degree in another discipline with a minimum of two years of experience in sound-related work (resumé and references required)
- portfolio
- online interview*
* Please note that only the top-ranked applicants (based on their portfolio) will be invited to attend an online interview.
Please note that domestic applicants who are submitting international transcripts require a Canadian equivalency evaluation. This can be obtained through ICAS (International Credential Assessment Service) at icascanada.ca or WES (World Education Services) at wes.org/ca.
English Language Proficiency
Applicants with international transcripts who do not provide English language proficiency test results must test at the College level in the George Brown College English assessment to be considered for admission.
Please visit English Proficiency for more details.
International Students
Visit the International Admissions page for more information regarding country specific admission requirements.
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges.
International Students
Visit the How to Apply page for more information on how and when to apply.
International students should apply through the George Brown College Online Application System.
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.
International Students
Contact one of our international recruitment representatives specializing by country of origin by either booking a virtual meeting or submitting an inquiry. For more information visit the International Contact Us page
Visit Our Campus
This program is offered through our School of Media and Performing Arts and classes take place at our St. James Campus, located at 230 Richmond Street East, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
On-campus information sessions are available. Come and have your questions answered. Learn about the program content and career options, meet your friendly professors and staff, and experience what it is like to be in a George Brown College classroom. Sign up for an Info Session.
Campus tours are offered on a regular basis. Sign up for a campus tour. You can also check out our virtual tour.
Sign up and learn more about your options, our programs, and life at George Brown.
Sound Design & Production Program (Postgraduate) (P409)
- Program Name: Sound Design & Production
- Code: P409
- Credential: Ontario College Graduate Certificate
- Method of Study: Full-time
- Duration: 1 year (3 semesters)
- Centre:
- School: Media & Performing Arts
- Location: St. James Campus
- Starting Months: September
- Domestic Tuition: 6,835.00 *
- Spring 2022 Delivery: Semester 3: Hybrid
Compare up to 3 programs
Overview
Program Overview
With a strong mobile entertainment and gaming industry in North America, there's an increased demand for sound designers. Modelling standard industry workflows, George Brown College's Sound Design & Production program focuses on creating sound for film, television and games. Students work in collaboration with other media programs to create sound for shorts, animations and games.
Full Description
Whether recording audio in-studio or in the field, Sound Design & Production students learn to master technical skills and refine their artistic style.
Without a sound designer to create the perfect soundscape, the film, television and game industries are incomplete. Applying the technical and conceptual aspects of sound, students become audio storytellers working alongside visual production artists to recreate the real world in a digital context.
Students learn how to create sound from scratch through capturing of real-environment sounds as well as Foley creation. At George Brown's studio production facilities, students learn mixing, video game audio, dialogue editing and ADR, sound design and recording to recreate audio landscapes.
Program Requirements
The Sound Design & Production program requires students to have access to a personal computer with the following minimum specifications:
- Laptop or Desktop
- CPU: Intel Core i5 – i7
- Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 620 or equivalent
- RAM: 4GB – 8GB (the most you can afford. the better)
- Screen: 13.3-inch – 15inch
- Storage: 500GB – 1TB SSD
- Additional Storage: 2-4TB Portable HD
- Personal Recorders: Zoom H1n or higher; Tascam DR-05X or higher
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Create sound files for live action dramatic short films, animated short films, video games and interactive media
- Produce a score recording session and arrange a provided composition to fit a given visual sequence.
- Collaborate with key principals and production personnel in the creation of complementary sound design for a storytelling environment.
- Design sound for the appropriate medium and genres considering the cultural and social significance of those designs.
- Plan audio design and production projects that reflect scope and vision for pre-production, production and post-production.
- Apply entrepreneurial strategies relevant within the field of sound design to develop a viable business plan for freelance sound design professionals.
- Assess existing and emerging market trends in sound design products and services for production project purposes.
- Adhere to legal principles, government legislation and regulations, copyright and contract requirements and professional and industry codes of conduct.
Courses
Required Courses
SEMESTER 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| SDES1001 | Sound Design |
| SDES1002 | Auditory Cultures |
| SDES1003 | Sound Design Theory |
| SDES1012 | Applied Postproduction |
| SDES1005 | Postproduction ADR and Foley Mixing |
| SDES1016 | Sound for Interactive Media |
SEMESTER 2
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| SDES1011 | Advanced Sound Design |
| SDES1004 | Scoring and Music Editorial |
| SDES1013 | Sound Art |
| SDES1014 | Production and Location Sound |
| SDES1015 | Advanced Postproduction ADR and Foley |
| SDES1006 | Game Audio Design |
SEMESTER 3
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| SDES2010 | Workplace Preparation and Entrepreneurship |
| SDES2020 | Experiential Thesis |
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Industry
With an established grounding in the film/television industry and the growing strength of the gaming industry in Ontario, sound designers have a respected place and fulfill a vital role in both industries. Graduates will be prepared to work with production companies and sound studios as Toronto continues to create and supply the world with quality sound content.
Tuition and Fees
Domestic Tuition
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the three semesters of programs starting in Fall 2020. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2021 and at later dates.
International Students
Visit the International Fees and Related Costs page for more information.
Financial Assistance
This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.
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.
How to Qualify and Apply
Admission Requirements
- Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Degree in Digital Animation, Game Development, Theatre Production, or Film/Video Production, or related field
- Portfolio
- Online Interview*
OR
- Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Degree in another discipline with a minimum of two years of experience in sound-related work (resumé and references required)
- Portfolio
- Online Interview*
* Please note that only the top-ranked applicants (based on their portfolio) will be invited to attend an online interview.
Please note that Domestic applicants who are submitting International transcripts require a Canadian equivalency evaluation. This can be obtained through ICAS (International Credential Assessment Service) at icascanada.ca or WES (World Education Services) at wes.org/ca.
English Language Proficiency
Applicants with international transcripts who do not provide English language proficiency test results must test at the College level in the George Brown College English assessment to be considered for admission.
Please visit English Proficiency for more details.
International Students
Visit the International Admissions page for more information regarding country specific admission requirements.
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges.
International Students
Visit the How to Apply page for more information on how and when to apply.
International students should apply through the George Brown College Online Application System.
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.
International Students
Contact one of our international recruitment representatives specializing by country of origin by either booking a virtual meeting or submitting an inquiry. For more information visit the International Contact Us page
Visit Our Campus
This program is offered through our School of Media and Performing Arts and classes take place at our St. James Campus, located at 230 Richmond Street East, Toronto, ON, Canada.
On-campus information sessions are available. Come and have your questions answered. Learn about the program content and career options, meet your friendly professors and staff, and experience what it is like to be in a George Brown College classroom. Sign up for an upcoming session.
Campus tours are offered on a regular basis. Sign up today! You can also check out our virtual tour.
Sign up and learn more about your options, our programs, and life at George Brown.
Sound Design & Production Program (Postgraduate) (P409)
- Program Name: Sound Design & Production
- Code: P409
- Credential: Ontario College Graduate Certificate
- Method of Study: Full-time
- Duration: 1 year (3 semesters)
- Centre:
- School: Media & Performing Arts
- Location: St. James Campus
- Starting Months: September
- Domestic Tuition: 6,749.00 *
- Fall 2020 Delivery Method: Online (on-campus activities will resume as soon as it is safe to do so)
Compare up to 3 programs
Overview
Program Overview
With a strong mobile entertainment and gaming industry in North America, there's an increased demand for sound designers. Modelling standard industry workflows, George Brown College's Sound Design & Production program focuses on creating sound for film, television and games. Students work in collaboration with other media programs to create sound for shorts, animations and games.
Full Description
Whether recording audio in-studio or in the field, Sound Design & Production students learn to master technical skills and refine their artistic style.
Without a sound designer to create the perfect soundscape, the film, television and game industries are incomplete. Applying the technical and conceptual aspects of sound, students become audio storytellers working alongside visual production artists to recreate the real world in a digital context.
Students learn how to create sound from scratch through capturing of real-environment sounds as well as Foley creation. At George Brown's studio production facilities, students learn mixing, video game audio, dialogue editing and ADR, sound design and recording to recreate audio landscapes.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Create sound files for live action dramatic short films, animated short films, video games, and interactive media
- Produce a score recording session and arrange a provided composition to fit a given visual sequence.
- Collaborate with key principals and production personnel in the creation of complementary sound design for a storytelling environment.
- Design sound for the appropriate medium and genres considering the cultural and social significance of those designs.
- Plan audio design and production projects that reflect scope and vision for pre-production, production and post-production.
- Apply entrepreneurial strategies relevant within the field of sound design to develop a viable business plan for freelance sound design professionals.
- Assess existing and emerging market trends in sound design products and services for production project purposes.
- Adhere to legal principles, government legislation and regulations, copyright and contract requirements, and professional and industry codes of conduct.
Courses
Required Courses
SEMESTER 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| SDES1001 | Sound Design |
| SDES1002 | Auditory Cultures |
| SDES1003 | Sound Design Theory |
| SDES1012 | Applied Postproduction |
| SDES1005 | Postproduction ADR and Foley Mixing |
| SDES1016 | Sound for Interactive Media |
SEMESTER 2
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| SDES1011 | Advanced Sound Design |
| SDES1004 | Scoring and Music Editorial |
| SDES1013 | Sound Art |
| SDES1014 | Production and Location Sound |
| SDES1015 | Advanced Postproduction ADR and Foley |
| SDES1006 | Game Audio Design |
SEMESTER 3
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| SDES2010 | Workplace Preparation and Entrepreneurship |
| SDES2020 | Experiential Thesis |
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Industry
With an established grounding in the film/television industry and the growing strength of the gaming industry in Ontario, sound designers have a respected place and fulfill a vital role in both industries. Graduates will be prepared to work with production companies and sound studios as Toronto continues to create and supply the world with quality sound content.
Tuition and Fees
Domestic Tuition
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the three semesters of programs starting in Fall 2019. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2020 and at later dates.
International students: Visit the International Fees and Related Costs page for more information.
International Students
Visit the International Fees and Related Costs page for more information.
Financial Assistance
This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.
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.
How to Qualify and Apply
Admission Requirements
- Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Degree in Digital Animation, Game Development, Theatre Production, or Film/Video Production, or related field
- Portfolio
- Online Interview*
OR
- Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Degree in another discipline with a minimum of two years of experience in sound-related work (resume and references required)
- Portfolio
- Online Interview*
* Please note that only the top-ranked applicants (based on their portfolio) will be invited to attend an online interview.
Please note that Domestic applicants who are submitting International transcripts require a Canadian equivalency evaluation. This can be obtained through ICAS (International Credential Assessment Service) at icascanada.ca or WES (World Education Services) at wes.org/ca.
English Language Proficiency
Applicants with international transcripts who do not provide English language proficiency test results must test at the College level in the George Brown College English assessment to be considered for admission.
Please visit georgebrown.ca/englishproficiency for more details.
International Students
Visit the International Admissions page for more information regarding country specific admission requirements.
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges
International Students
Visit the How to Apply page for more information on how and when to apply.
International students should apply through the George Brown College Online Application System.
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.
International Students
Contact one of our international recruitment representatives specializing by country of origin by either booking a virtual meeting or submitting an inquiry. For more information visit the International Contact Us page
Visit Our Campus
This program is offered through our School of Media and Performing Arts and classes take place at our St. James Campus, located at 230 Richmond Street East, Toronto, ON, Canada.
On-campus information sessions are available. Come and have your questions answered. Learn about the program content and career options, meet your friendly professors and staff, and experience what it is like to be in a George Brown College classroom. Sign up for an upcoming session.
Campus tours are offered on a regular basis. Sign up today! You can also check out our virtual tour.
Sign up and learn more about your options, our programs, and life at George Brown.
Sound Design & Production Program (Postgraduate) (G409)
- Program Name: Sound Design & Production
- Code: G409
- Credential: Ontario College Graduate Certificate
- Method of Study: Full-time
- Duration: 1 year (3 semesters)
- Centre:
- School: Media & Performing Arts
- Location: St. James Campus
- Starting Months: September
- Domestic Tuition: 6,963.00 *
Compare up to 3 programs
Overview
Program Overview
Full Description
Whether recording audio in-studio or in the field, Sound Design & Production students learn to master technical skills and refine their artistic style.
Without a sound designer to create the perfect soundscape, the film, television and game industries are incomplete. Applying the technical and conceptual aspects of sound, students become audio storytellers working alongside visual production artists to recreate the real world in a digital context.
Students learn how to create sound from scratch through capturing of real-environment sounds as well as Foley creation. At George Brown's studio production facilities, students learn mixing, video game audio, dialogue editing and ADR, sound design and recording to recreate audio landscapes.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Create sound files for live action dramatic short films, animated short films, video games, and interactive media
- Produce a score recording session and arrange a provided composition to fit a given visual sequence.
- Collaborate with key principals and production personnel in the creation of complementary sound design for a storytelling environment.
- Design sound for the appropriate medium and genres considering the cultural and social significance of those designs.
- Plan audio design and production projects that reflect scope and vision for pre-production, production and post-production.
- Apply entrepreneurial strategies relevant within the field of sound design to develop a viable business plan for freelance sound design professionals.
- Assess existing and emerging market trends in sound design products and services for production project purposes.
- Adhere to legal principles, government legislation and regulations, copyright and contract requirements, and professional and industry codes of conduct.
Courses
Required Courses
SEMESTER 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| SDES1001 | Sound Design |
| SDES1002 | Live Production Mixing |
| SDES1003 | Sound Design Theory |
| SDES1012 | Applied Postproduction |
| SDES1005 | Postproduction ADR and Foley Mixing |
| SDES1016 | Sound for Interactive Media |
SEMESTER 2
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| SDES1011 | Advanced Sound Design |
| SDES1004 | Scoring and Music Editorial |
| SDES1013 | Sound Art |
| SDES1014 | Production and Location Sound |
| SDES1015 | Advanced Postproduction ADR and Foley |
| SDES1006 | Game Audio Design |
SEMESTER 3
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| SDES2010 | Entrepreneurship |
| SDES2020 | Experiential Thesis |
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Industry
With an established grounding in the film/television industry and the growing strength of the gaming industry in Ontario, sound designers have a respected place and fulfill a vital role in both industries. Graduates will be prepared to work with production companies and sound studios as Toronto continues to create and supply the world with quality sound content.
Tuition and Fees
Domestic Tuition
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the three semesters of programs starting in Fall 2018. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2019 and at later dates.
International students: Visit the International Fees and Related Costs page for more information.
International Students
Visit the International Fees and Related Costs page for more information.
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.
How to Qualify and Apply
Admission Requirements
- Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Degree in Digital Animation, Game Development, Theatre Production, or Film/Video Production, or related field
- Portfolio
- Interview*
OR
- Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Degree in another discipline with a minimum of two years of experience in sound-related work (resume and references required)
- Portfolio
- Interview*
* Please note that only the top-ranked applicants (based on their portfolio) will be invited to attend an interview.
Please note that Domestic applicants who are submitting International transcripts require a Canadian equivalency evaluation. This can be obtained through ICAS (International Credential Assessment Service) at icascanada.ca or WES (World Education Services) at wes.org/ca.
English Language Proficiency
Applicants with international transcripts who do not provide English language proficiency test results must test at the College level in the George Brown College English assessment to be considered for admission.
Please visit georgebrown.ca/englishproficiency for more details.
International Students
Visit the International Admissions page for more information regarding country specific admission requirements.
How to Apply
Apply To
Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges
International Students
Visit the How to Apply page for more information on how and when to apply.
International students should apply through the George Brown College Online Application System.
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.
International Students
Contact one of our international recruitment representatives specializing by country of origin by either booking a virtual meeting or submitting an inquiry. For more information visit the International Contact Us page
Visit Our Campus
This program is offered through our School of Media and Performing Arts and classes take place at our St. James Campus, located at 230 Richmond Street East, Toronto, ON, Canada.
On-campus information sessions are available. Come and have your questions answered. Learn about the program content and career options, meet your friendly professors and staff, and experience what it is like to be in a George Brown College classroom. Sign up for an upcoming session.
Campus tours are offered on a regular basis. Sign up today! You can also check out our virtual tour.
