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For those seeking a way to enter into the film industry, our 12-month Professional Filmmaking Fundamentals program is a great place to start! This focused program, taught by seasoned industry experts in our world-class facilities, gives you the opportunity to learn the hands-on techniques required to make your mark in the expanding film industry. This technical program will cover a variety of key skills including:
- Screenwriting
- Cinematography and production
- Post-production (Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects and Adobe CC)
- Visual storytelling and writing for film and video
- Location audio for film and TV
- Corporate and Commercial Production
- Introduction to Narrative Film
CAT’s creative and technical programs are directly connected to a creative sector that makes a $6 Billion contribution to the British Columbia economy every year. Graduates from our 2D and 3D animation, filmmaking, graphic design, audio engineering and other programs are among the over 120,000 skilled arts and tech workers employed provincially in this vibrant, constantly growing ‘creative economy’. Just in the past several years alone, CAT graduates were named in the credits for many high grossing films and musical scores, capturing numerous industry awards.
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Professional Filmmaking
Industry Connections
Professional Filmmakers as your Instructors and mentors.
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Well-rounded, focused curriculum to get you successfully working as quickly as possible.
Degree Pathway Options
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Latest technology, facilities and equipment in a dedicated Professional Filmmaking studio-classroom.
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Where Our Alumni are Working
When you’re backed by exceptional curriculum and an education team focused on your success and individuality, the future of employment is bright. Here are just a few places where our Professional Filmmaking alumni have been thriving.
Alumni Feature
Department Head
Victor Poirier
Victor Poirier is a seasoned artist, seamlessly blending his passion for fine arts, photography, the moving image, and entrepreneurship in a remarkable, and award-winning career spanning broadcast television and education.
Victor’s artistic journey began at the age of 12, when he picked up a camera and began exploring his surroundings through the lens. This creative exploration eventually led to his first day on set, when, at just 17, Victor landed a position on a National Film Board (NFB) production. Afterwards, Victor went on to attend the University of Ottawa, where he delved into the world of fine arts. His time at the university not only honed his technical skills but also fueled his creative spirit, setting the stage for a lifelong dedication to visual arts.
Embracing an entrepreneurial spirit, Victor founded Erebus Productions and Panfilms, earning national and international awards for excellence in filmmaking. In 2001, he moved to Scotland, directing for BBC, ITV, STV, and BBC Gaelic, creating over 150 primetime television episodes.
Returning to Canada in 2010, Victor led the Film and Photography departments at College for Arts and Technology, reshaping curriculum and facilities with his years of industry expertise. Under his guidance, both departments are flourishing, producing talented graduates prepared for the evolving film and photography landscape.
Victor’s artistic journey continues to evolve, driven by a curiosity to explore new perspectives and narratives. His dedication to timeless storytelling through the lens defines a career harmonizing creativity, technical skill, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.
