Video & Broadcast Production is a two-year Ontario College Diploma program taught at the Mercer Street Campus. You will learn how to plan, shoot, edit, and deliver video for television, streaming, and digital platforms. The program combines hands-on studio work with the technical and creative skills needed to build a professional portfolio.
Career outcomes
- Video editor
- Broadcast technician
- Audio recording specialist
- Production coordinator
- Documentary filmmaker
- Visual communication designer
Admission requirements
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent
- Grade 12 English (C or U), minimum 60%; international: English proficiency test or equivalent.
Tuition
2024–25 tuition: $3,990 per year (domestic).
Courses
- COMM 2930 Visual Communication and Design
- DMDN 1200 Video Production Essentials
- DMDN 1470 Audio Recording Basics
- DMDN 2740 Documentary Filmmaking
- DMDN 2800 Broadcast Engineering
- GNED 2340 Media Production and Ethics
- GNED 2660 Digital Media and Society
- MATH 1950 Business Mathematics
- VIDP 1520 Video Production Essentials
- VIDP 1910 Media Ethics and Law
- VIDP 2670 Advanced Video Editing
- VIDP 2680 Broadcast Systems Operations
- VIDP 2800 Documentary Filmmaking
What you will learn
Start your career in media production by learning how to plan, shoot, and edit video for broadcast and digital platforms. You will work in the Market Square Studios on the Mercer Street Campus, using professional cameras, lighting, and audio equipment to create your own projects. The program covers everything from storyboarding and on-camera performance to editing, colour grading, and sound design. You will also study the ethical and legal standards that guide media production, so you can work confidently in a professional environment.
Classes mix classroom theory with practical studio work. You will collaborate with students across the School of Business & Media on group projects, simulating a real production environment. By the time you graduate, you will have a portfolio of short films, edited segments, and audio recordings that show your technical skills and creative voice.
How the program runs
The program runs full-time over two years, divided into four terms. Classes are held at the Mercer Street Campus, located at 240 Mercer Street in downtown Wrenford. You will take core production courses alongside general education classes in mathematics and communication. Because the program is full-time, you should plan your schedule around weekday class sessions. There is no co-op work term built into this specific program.
Admission
Applicants must hold an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, or qualify as a mature student. You need a Grade 12 English course (C or University preparation) with a minimum grade of 60%. If English is not your first language, you must provide proof of English proficiency through an accepted test or equivalent completed education. All qualified applicants are considered on a first-come, first-served basis. You can review the full list of admission requirements on the Admissions page.
Tuition and fees
2024–25 tuition: $3,990 per year (domestic). Ancillary fees are separate and cost $1,125 per year. The fee covers access to studio equipment, software licences, and campus facilities. You can view the complete fee breakdown on the Tuition & Fees page. Domestic students may apply for Ontario student financial assistance. International students must pay a tuition deposit to receive their Letter of Acceptance.
After you graduate
Graduates are prepared for entry-level roles in television, streaming media, corporate video, and independent production. You will have the technical knowledge to work as a video editor, broadcast technician, audio recording specialist, or production coordinator. The hands-on projects you complete during the program also give you a strong portfolio to share with employers and creative directors. Many students continue their education by transferring to a degree program in media studies or digital production.
How to apply
Applications for the September intake are open now. Domestic applicants apply through the provincial college application service. International applicants use the college's own application form. You can submit your application directly on the Apply page. If you need help with the process, contact the Admissions office at 519-555-0171 or visit the Admissions FAQ.