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- We recommend students purchase Mac laptops or desktops with the same specifications or higher as the Macs in our labs. Our Mac labs have the following minimum configuration:
- i5 processor
- 5 Ghz 16 GB of ram
- 256 GB SSD
- Minimum 17 inch screen, 21.5 inch recommended
- Required: External Hard Drive 1TB, compatible with student’s computer
- Recommended: Subscription to Adobe Creative Cloud (Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Audition, Adobe Acrobat)
- This program is taught in a Mac environment, however most program software runs on a PC. Suggested minimum configurations for a PC are the same as listed above for a Mac.
- Niagara College’s program labs offer computers on campus, but availability outside scheduled classes cannot be guaranteed.
About this program
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Credential Awarded: 2 Year Diploma
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Campus: Welland
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Code: 0198 P0198
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Delivery Length: 2 Years
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Do you imagine being a professional actor and entrepreneur in today’s ever-changing film, TV and digital media sector?
As an Actor, you are a highly versatile and authentic storyteller who understands the importance of a meaningful connection with your audience and the value of creating your own opportunities for success in the entertainment industry.
Toronto – sometimes called Hollywood North – and the surrounding region known as “The Golden Horseshoe” ranks third in film and digital media production in North America and ranks second as an exporter of digital streaming and cable tv programming in North America.
Our focus continues to be superior actor training with courses in voice, speech, movement, scene study and auditioning for film and television. We are also one of the few Canadian post-secondary institutions that offer direct instruction in The Meisner Technique, one of the foremost acting techniques taught today. In light of the changing nature of the industry and the rise of more entrepreneurial self-created web content, you will also study film editing, screenwriting, stunt training, voiceover acting, self-marketing and acting with technology (eg. Green Screen) bringing a dual focus to the program; the actor and entrepreneur.
Our instructors are working industry professionals in the Toronto region and across Canada.
Courses
| Code | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACTN1100 | Acting I: Meisner Technique | 6 |
| ACTN1102 | Finding Your Actor's Voice | 3 |
| ACTN1105 | The Actor and Technology: Behind the Camera Basics | 3 |
| ACTN1110 | Movement and Character Development | 3 |
| COMM1150 | Communications for Media Studies | 3 |
| Code | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACTN1101 | The Physical Actor: Discipline and Control | 3 |
| ACTN1198 | The Actor and Technology: Film Editing Basics | 3 |
| ACTN1200 | Acting II: Scene Study, Analysis and Acting Technique | 6 |
| ACTN1302 | Owning Your Commercial Voice | 4 |
| BRTF1231 | Writing for the Artist Entrepreneur | 2 |
| COMM1088 | I-Think: The Science of Thinking and Problem Solving | 3 |
| Code | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACTN1201 | The Physical Actor: Stunts | 3 |
| ACTN1300 | Acting III: Scene Study for Camera | 6 |
| ACTN1303 | The Actor and Technology: The Practical Business of Acting | 2 |
| ACTN1304 | Up Close and Personal Series (Education) | 1 |
| ACTN1305 | Actor On Set | 4 |
| BRTF1123 | Dramatic Scriptwriting | 2 |
| Elective Information | ||
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Completion of additional General Education elective 1 course required |
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| Code | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACTN1400 | Acting IV Projects: Actor as Entrepreneur | 4 |
| ACTN1402 | Marketing You - The Actor | 4 |
| ACTN1403 | Audition Techniques for Film, TV and Commercials | 4 |
| ACTN1404 | Up Close and Personal Series (Transition) | 1 |
| ACTN1406 | Technology Specialties: Green Screen and More | 3 |
| Elective Information | ||
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Completion of additional General Education elective 1 course required |
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Program Outcomes Term: 1244
Analyze and interpret written material to inform creative approach, as talent or production require.
Apply a personal, imaginative and creative process for the development of a believable character.
Adapt the physical and vocal instrument, with a degree of fluency, range, and continuity, for various project role requirements in audio and visual media formats.
Employ an improvisational and flexible approach to authentic, collaborative storytelling.
Deliver a performance appropriate to the technological requirements of the recorded media discipline.
Drawing on knowledge of the organizational structure and roles of talent and production, integrate accordingly as an actor in the film and television industry.
Display professionalism in collaboration and interactions with agents, casting directors, and production to contribute to positive working relationships.
Incorporate current industry tools, technologies, and industry practices for recorded media to enhance work performance and meet industry needs.
Develop strategies for ongoing personal development and self-awareness to enhance professional opportunities and performance.
Present oneself professionally and ethically for employment opportunities as an actor and entrepreneur, in accordance with industry standards.
Employ networking strategies and social media presence for career development, in the recorded media industry.
Compile, organize and maintain coherent portfolio materials that express a range of creative and technical acumen as an actor and entrepreneur.
Admission Requirements
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent including the following required course(s):
- English – any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent
- Successful audition
Selection and Ranking
Applications are evaluated based on the published admission requirements. When the applicant provides proof of meeting the requirements, an offer of admission can be issued, provided space is available in the program.
Learn more about admission decisions.
Pre-Admission Requirements
As part of the admissions process some programs have pre-admission requirements.
Domestic Applicants:
Pre-admission requirements for domestic applicants can be found at niagaracollege.ca/par.
Domestic applicants include Canadian citizens, permanent residents and Convention refugees.
International Applicants:
Pre-admission requirements for international applicants can be found at international.niagaracollege.ca/pre-admission/.
Program Requirements
All costs associated with program requirements are the responsibility of the student.
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Pathways
Explore your pathway options What are pathways? for the Acting for Film and Digital Media program below.
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From NC toBrock University — Bachelor of Arts in Dramatic Arts Canada
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From NC toSeneca College — Honours Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies Canada
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From NC toYorkville University — Bachelor of Creative Arts Canada
For detailed information about these pathway options visit niagaracollege.ca/pathways/.
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Applicants with previous postsecondary education will be assessed for transfer credits upon receipt of an official transcript from their previous institution. There is no fee for this service.
Tuition
The below is a tuition fees estimate ( what's this?) for the indicated start term. Tuition fees are set in accordance with the Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities fee guidelines.
Year: 2023-2024
Start Term: Fall
Year 1
Level one $2,759.44
| Fee Type | Fee Cost |
|
Tuition
|
$1,357.49
|
|
Ancillary Fees
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$1,104.95
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Material Fees
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$297.00
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Level one Total
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$2,759.44
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Level two $2,239.44
| Fee Type | Fee Cost |
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Tuition
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$1,357.49
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Ancillary Fees
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$756.95
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Material Fees
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$125.00
|
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Level two Total
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$2,239.44
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Year 1 Total: $4,998.88
Year 2
Level three $2,539.44
| Fee Type | Fee Cost |
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Tuition
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$1,357.49
|
|
Ancillary Fees
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$1,036.95
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Material Fees
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$145.00
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Level three Total
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$2,539.44
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Level four $2,814.44
| Fee Type | Fee Cost |
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Tuition
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$1,357.49
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Ancillary Fees
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$716.95
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Material Fees
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$740.00
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Level four Total
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$2,814.44
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Year 2 Total: $5,353.88
Estimated Program Total:
$10,352.76
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Year: 2023-2024
Start Term: Fall
Year 1
Level one $10,121.95
| Fee Type | Fee Cost |
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Tuition
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$7,975.00
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Ancillary Fees
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$1,849.95
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Material Fees
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$297.00
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Level one Total
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$10,121.95
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Level two $9,021.95
| Fee Type | Fee Cost |
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Tuition
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$7,975.00
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Ancillary Fees
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$921.95
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Material Fees
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$125.00
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Level two Total
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$9,021.95
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Year 1 Total: $19,143.90
Year 2
Level three $9,901.95
| Fee Type | Fee Cost |
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Tuition
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$7,975.00
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Ancillary Fees
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$1,781.95
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Material Fees
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$145.00
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Level three Total
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$9,901.95
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Level four $9,596.95
| Fee Type | Fee Cost |
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Tuition
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$7,975.00
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Ancillary Fees
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$881.95
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Material Fees
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$740.00
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Level four Total
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$9,596.95
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Year 2 Total: $19,498.90
Estimated Program Total:
$38,642.80
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