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  • Must be 19 years of age OR a high school graduate.
  • Portfolio: 12 examples of your best artwork. Here are some guidelines:
    • Character Animation, Entertainment Art: Minimum 5 pieces of drawing done from life (figures, still-life, or portraits), the rest can be anything you want.
    • Visual Effects: Anything in the area of photography, film/video projects, or any other graphics. Drawings not necessary.
    • Digital Photography: A sampling of digital or traditional photography.
    • Acting for Film & TV: 2 audition pieces, one contemporary and one Shakespeare, maximum 2-3 minutes. DVD, video, or in-person delivery are all acceptable.
  • Letter of Intent: a 1-page personal statement describing your career goals, what sparks your interest for your chosen program of study, and why you have chosen that field.
  • Proof of age with photo ID (photocopy of a passport or driver's license).
  • Resume (CV)
  • High school or college transcripts (Grade 12 students can send interim transcripts for conditional acceptance in lieu of pending graduation).
  • Non-refundable $100 CDN application fee.

Admission into our full-time programs is based upon how well your application materials demonstrate potential for the program of study that you are applying for. You will hear from us as soon as we receive your application materials and have reviewed them. This process is normally completed within 48 hours.

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Sep 24, 2010 - Sep 25, 2010

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