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2010/11 Programs

Acting for Film and Television

Application Program Code: 10351

Diploma
School of Creative and Performing Arts
4 Semesters
2010/11 Availability
Lakeshore CampusSeptember - OPEN
Beginning in September.

Your Career

Production companies spent $791.4 million filming on location in Toronto in 2007. This is a 7.3 per cent increase in total production spending over the $704.1 million reported in 2006. Work increased in all areas of recorded media, including film, television, commercials (radio and TV), and industrial and corporate productions, as well as voice-overs, narration and cartoon animation.

Our Program

This program covers the full spectrum of skills training needed to succeed as a screen actor: acting, voice, movement, improvisation, and script analysis. Students will learn how to express themselves through the art and craft of acting, gain on-camera confidence and learn how to shine at an audition. Graduate students will have a solid understanding of the craft and industry - its history, protocols, and professional standards. No other screen-acting program in Canada can lay claim to such a comprehensive curriculum taught by leading practitioners and respected professional actors. Workshop simulations, screen demos, voice-over demos and our spring motion picture showcase* provide students with unequalled opportunities to experience the world of screen acting. As well, our students are given the chance to meet and discuss their work with some of the acting world's most recognizable faces, as well as with key industry personnel.

*Visit theworldiswaiting.ca to see a trailer of our most recent showcase production.

Our Industry Partnerships

Our advisory board is made up of prominent talent agents, casting directors, directors, and actors.

Professional Accreditation, Endorsement and Recognition

Acting for Film and Television is recognized by the Association of Canadian Television and Radio Artists. Graduates of this program earn one ACTRA apprentice credit toward full membership.

Admission Requirements

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, or mature student status
  • Grade 12 English (ENG4C or ENG4U). Must be able to speak and read English at a high level. If English is not your first language refer to the English Language Proficiency Policy in this publication.
  • Three Grade 11 or Grade 12 C, U or M courses in addition to those listed above
  • Applicants who do not possess the required courses may complete admission testing to determine equivalencies. Invitation and booking of admission testing is done using the email address provided on the online application.
  • Attendance* at an audition session (Fee: $35), which includes:
    • an English essay (topic assigned at session), which will be assessed for English proficiency
    • memorize and act two contrasting speeches (serious/funny)
    • submitting two letters of reference.

*In cases where interested applicants live outside of the southern Ontario region, DVD auditions are acceptable. Please use a professional audio-visual service to ensure quality.

Note: Refer to the Selection Procedures for more information

Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the program.

Fees

The 2009/2010 fee for two semesters was
- domestic $4,804.42
- international $11,730.

For further information, refer to Fees and Financial Assistance in this publication.

FINANCIAL AID >

Curriculum

Semester 1
COURSE Code Course Credits
AFTV 100 Fundamentals of Acting 8
AFTV 101 Introduction to Voice and Movement 8
AFTV 110 The Theory and Practice of Film and Television 1 2
COMM 200 College Writing Skills 3
HUMA 024 Humanities: An Introduction to Arts and Science 3
Semester 2
COURSE Code Course Credits
AFTV 200 Scene Study for Film and Television 8
AFTV 201 Advanced Voice and Movement 8
AFTV 210 The Theory and Practice of Film and Television 2 2
COMM 300 Business Writing Skills 3
GNED 000 General Education Elective 3
Semester 3
COURSE Code Course Credits
AFTV 300 On-Camera Skills and Techniques 8
AFTV 301 Specialized Voice and Movement Skills for the Recorded Media 8
AFTV 305 The Business of Acting for the Electronic Media 1 2
AFTV 310 History of Film, Television and Radio 1 3
GNED 000 General Education Elective 3
Semester 4
COURSE Code Course Credits
AFTV 400 Advanced On-Camera Skills and Techniques 8
AFTV 401 New Technologies for the Actor 4
AFTV 405 The Business of Acting for the Electronic Media 2 2
AFTV 410 History of Film, Television and Radio 2 3
AFTV 415 Auditioning and Self-Promotion 4 
		  	
	      		
 
		
 
	              
      
      

	

	
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