Digital Media Content Creation
About the Program
Join a program led by mentors experienced in the field. Collaborate in teams to create diverse content. Play different roles (writer, director, editor) to develop a versatile skill set, while creating an industry-ready demo reel of your own work. Get personalized mentorship on your own projects in a flexible creative environment.
Learning Outcomes
- Producing & Directing: Create diverse styles of media productions.
- Writing & Critical Thinking: Communicate ideas and stories effectively in writing.
- Cinematography & Lighting: Control camera, cinematic, and lighting equipment.
- Sound: Control audio recording and sound equipment.
- Editing & Post-production: Develop editing skills; Explore design principles for typography, motion graphics, animation, compositing, and image processing.
- Graduates present and conduct themselves professionally and demonstrate an understanding of specific career paths, job responsibilities, and industry expectations.
Profile
Successful Digital Film & Video professionals have a unique combination of skills, including:
Narrative Prowess
Weave captivating narratives using various media and techniques. Write, edit, film, and produce compelling stories.Creativity
Approach tasks with imagination, apply unconventional perspectives.Technical Proficiency
Master tools to effectively execute creative work.Strong Work Ethic
Put forth consistent effort and achieve high-quality results.
Career Prospects
Vancouver's well-established reputation as Hollywood North continues to fuel a vibrant film community. Digital Media Content Creation professionals are needed everywhere from big-budget film sets to independent productions, to freelancing.
Career Fields
- Camera Operator
- Cinematographer
- Editor
- Director of Photography
- Director
- Field Videographer
- Lighting Assistant
- Photographer
- Production Assistant
- Producer
- Production Manager
- Technical Director
- Video Playback Operator
- Traffic Coordinator
- Digital Imaging Technologist
- Data Wrangler
- Social Media Influencer
Diploma & Accreditation
This program has been approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Post Secondary Education and Future Skills.
Required Materials
The following equipment is mandatory for this program:
- Work gloves,
- Grip belt,
- Hard drive.
It has been determined that a laptop is required for your program. If you plan to use a Mac, you may need to configure your Mac laptop to run software on Windows.
PC - Minimum Requirements:
- Intel Core i7 processor or equivalent
- 16 GB of RAM or more
- 512 GB or larger SSD (Solid State Drive)
- NVIDIA RTX GPU or an equivalent graphics card
- Windows 11 (Home, Education, or Pro versions).
Mac - Minimum Requirements:
- MacBook Air
- M2
- 8GB Ram
- 512 GB or larger SSD (Solid State Drive)
PC - Recommended Requirements:
- Intel Core i7 processor or equivalent
- 32 GB of RAM or more
- 1TB or larger SSD (Solid State Drive)
- NVIDIA RTX 2050 (or superior) or AMD equivalent
- Windows 11 (Home, Education, or Pro versions).
Mac - Recommended Requirements:
- MacBook Pro
- M2
- 16 GB Ram
- 1TB or larger SSD (Solid State Drive)
Opportunities
Cutting-edge facilities & equipment
Benefit from campus access, with facilities like:
- State-of-the-art workstations,
- Virtual Reality Suite (Emerging Technologies Lab),
- Sound stage,
- Green screen,
- Online editing suite,
- Audio recording suite,
- Lighting rig,
- Various industry-standard film equipment,
- Equipment sign out,
- Private tutoring spaces.
Gain proficiency with software such as:
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Adobe After Effects
- Adobe Photoshop
- DaVinci Resolve
- Final Draft
- Movie Magic Software
Expert Mentorship
Get personalized guidance and mentorship in your own Content Creation Projects..
Admissions Criteria
Domestic applicants generally require:
Proof of secondary school graduation or equivalent
Copy of government-issued photo ID
International applicants generally require:
Proof of secondary school graduation (with official English translations)
Copy of a valid Passport
Proof of English proficiency
Academic Dates
List of Courses
QUARTER 1
- Introduction to Digital Film Editing
- Introduction to Video Production
- Visual Storytelling
- Concept Development and Screenwriting
- History of the Image in Media
QUARTER 2
- Advanced Editing
- Cinematography
- Introduction to Production Planning
- Directing
- Audio for Media
QUARTER 3
- Colour Theory and Media Management
- Motion Graphics and Compositing
- Advanced Cinematography
- Documentary Film Making
- Screenwriting
QUARTER 4
- Professional Communication in Media
- Short Form Media
- Film Lab
- Short Film Production
*Actual course order subject to change
Tuition & Aid
Make a plan with the support of LaSalle College Vancouver's Financial Planning Services! Let us:
- Estimate the cost of your education,
- Add up your available education-cost resources,
- Subtract available resources from estimated cost,
So that you can get money matters out of the way and focus on your dream career!
