The Television Writing and Producing program prepares students not only to work as television writers and producers but also to work in the production offices and on the sets of major TV shows throughout the world. Students learn how to write, as well as create, produce, and direct all genres of television shows, from situation comedy, one-hour episodic, reality, and lifestyle to late night comedies. Students will work with award-winning writers, producers, directors, set designers, editors, directors of photography, development and network executives from Toronto, Vancouver and Los Angeles. Students learn the lucrative and creative business of television and film – learn from well-known guests, lecturers and faculty how to create, write, develop, pitch and sell the ideas that may one day lead to well-paying jobs in writers’ rooms, production offices and on production of major network television shows.

In two semesters, students learn every aspect of the television business and how to become successful either as writers, producers or in production. Graduates of this program are presently working as heads of TV development or major independent companies, successful directors, in production of many popular shows on CTV, CBC, NBC and MTV, working on programs such as etalk and So You Think You Can Dance Canada. We also have graduates currently running a top animation TV series, as well as working in Los Angeles on The Office.