Television and Film Producing

Canadian Students

International Students

Program Details

Television and Film Producing
Program Code: 9A8
Credential: Certificate
Duration: One Year
School of Academics, Applied Arts & Tourism
Area: Applied Arts
Domestic Applications: OPEN
International Applications: OPEN

This program was formerly known as Television and Film Production Management

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Location/Delivery Modes & Dates

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Prince Philip Drive - On Campus - September 2026

The Producer. The Line Producer. The Location Manager. This is where the chaos gets organized.

One day you’re shooting on a windy beach. Next, you’re coordinating a scene with animals. Then suddenly, your lead actor is delayed, and the entire schedule needs to be rebuilt on the fly. That’s the reality of producing.

The producing team is the engine of every film and television project. They balance the creative vision with business realities, keeping everything moving, on time, on budget and on track. From pitching projects and building budgets to locking locations and navigating union guidelines, they connect every department and solve problems before they hit the screen.

Operating both on set and behind the scenes in the production office, the producing unit manages logistics, safety, accounting and people. If something breaks, shifts or disappears, they fix it.

If you are organized, quick-thinking, and thrive under pressure, this program is your training ground. You’ll learn how to plan, adapt and lead while mastering the business of television and film, script supervision and production scheduling. Culminating in an applied film project and a six-week industry field placement, you'll gain the exact job-ready skills needed to launch your career and turn scripts into real productions, one decision at a time.

That’s your call.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

The most current program in its field designed and delivered by industry experts using real-world processes, procedures, and resources
The opportunity to be introduced to a broad range of production office roles and then specialize in one
Collaboration across programs in television and film projects
Focuses on the practical application ensuring you have job-ready skills
Offers opportunities to participate in the production and management side of realistic studio and outside shoots
Completion of a field placement with industry

DID YOU KNOW?

In 2021, a cast and crew of approximately 150 - including many local film workers, technicians and artists - worked on the Walt Disney live-action adventure-fantasy film Peter Pan & Wendy, located on the Bonavista Peninsula.
The filming of television show Frontier in NL (from 2016-2018) starring Jason Momoa, generated an economic output of more than $63 million, and created 539 full-time equivalent positions in NL. It also later led to Momoa’s major motion picture, Aquaman, being partially filmed in NL.
Current critically acclaimed productions being filmed in the province include Hudson & Rex, Son of a Critch, Severance and Saint-Pierre.
The industry in Newfoundland and Labrador is growing rapidly, as national and international production companies are seeking out exotic locations that add to production value.
Canada’s film and television production industry generates nearly $9.6?billion in annual production activity and supports approximately 179,000 jobs nationwide, contributing more than $11?billion to the Canadian economy.^[1]
The Newfoundland and Labrador Film Development Corporation was established in 1997 to grow and develop the province’s film and television industry. Now operating as PictureNL, the agency has helped generate more than $1?billion in total film and television production activity, with record annual spending of $149.5?million in 2025/26 and thousands of full-time employment opportunities supported across the province.^[2]

OBJECTIVES

Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

Communicate collaboratively in a team.
Implement appropriate occupational health and safety protocols.
Analyze the formal elements of television and film, including cinematography, editing, and production design, to articulate how visual storytelling is achieved.
Demonstrate skills required for pre-production, production, and post-production of television and film projects.
Break down a script according to the needs of key departments.
Create industry-standard documents, such as schedules, budgets, call sheets, and daily production reports required for production, funders, and financiers.
Manage the financial, logistical, and organizational operations of a project, including sourcing locations, equipment, and resources, to meet established industry targets and deadlines.
Implement projects in compliance with applicable laws, statutory obligations, regulations, and industry principles.
Integrate equity, diversity, and inclusion principles, as well as green sustainability practices, into the planning and execution of media productions.
Utilize industry-standard digital software and applications to effectively manage production data, schedules, and file sharing.

CERTIFICATIONS

In addition to the formal courses listed in the program of studies, students will acquire the following industry certifications* throughout the program:

Basic First Aid & CPR
Mental Health First Aid
WHMIS

*Students should be aware that additional fees may apply to external certifications.

REFERENCES

[1] Canadian Media Producers Association, Dec. 19, 2024; CMPA’s Profile 2024 shows decline in film and TV production activity in Canada | CMPA
[2] Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, News Releases, Sept. 10, 2025; Government of Newfoundland and Labrador Marks $1 Billion Milestone in Film and Television Sector - News Releases

Admission Requirements

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility for admission to the Television and Film Producing program requires the applicant to meet one of the following academic criteria:

1. High School
Provincial High School Graduation Diploma with a 60% average in eight level 3000 credits or equivalent
2. College Transition (prior to 2024, students would have completed Comprehensive Arts and Science (CAS) Transition)
College Transition Certificate
3. Adult Basic Education (ABE)
Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with General College Profile (or Business-Related College Profile or Degree and Technical Profile) with an average pass mark of 60%
4. Mature Student Requirements
Applicants who do not meet the education prerequisites for this program, are 19 years at the time of application and out of school for at least one year may be considered on an individual basis under the Mature Student Requirements; for more information regarding the Mature Student Requirements please refer to Procedure AC-102-PR Admission.

International Applicants – English Proficiency
All international applicants must meet the College’s English language proficiency requirements for acceptance into our regular programs; for more information regarding the College’s English language proficiency requirements please refer to AC-102-PR, Admission Procedures, Section 5.2 English Proficiency.

Additional Admission Requirements

Applicant Requirement

Personal Statement
It is not necessary to have prior experience in film and TV to be suitable candidate for this program. With that in mind, please write a personal statement between 250 and 500 words in your own voice giving us a brief introduction to yourself and your interests.

Outline your current goals within the film and tv industry. This is an opportunity for you to present your unique life experience and personality as well as your value to the program. It is not a business letter. The document must be submitted as a PDF.

View the Personal Statement Rubric for this Program

Courses

COURSES

CODE	TITLE	Hrs/wk
Semester 1		Cr	Le	La
TF1010	TV & Film Industry Foundations	4	3	2
TF2240	Business of TV & Film	4	3	2
TF1130	Script Supervision	3	2	3
CM1115	Communications for TV & Film	3	3	0
CP2115	Computer Applications	3	2	2
TF1015	TV & Film Analysis	3	3	0

Semester 2		Cr	Le	La
TF1235	TV & Film Operational MGMT	4	3	2
TF2260	Managing On-set Production	4	3	2
TF2330	Production Office Management	4	3	2
TF1045	Production Accounting Basics	4	3	2
TF2140	Production Scheduling	4	3	2

Semester 3		Cr	Le	La
TF3125	Film Project - Producing	6	3	10
TF3131	Field Placement Preparation	2	0	2 wks
				(20 hrs/wk)
TF3226	Field Placement	6	0	6 wks
Note: TF3125 Film Project - Producing and TF3131 Field Placement Preparation will be completed in the first nine (9) weeks of the semester. TF3226 Field Placement will take place during the last six (6) weeks of the semester.

Careers & Pathways

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be prepared for employment in television and film in a variety of roles, including, but not limited to:

1st Assistant Director
2nd Assistant Accountant (General)
2nd Assistant Accountant (Payroll)
2nd Assistant Director
2nd Unit Script Supervisor
3rd Assistant Accountant
3rd Assistant Director
Assistant Locations Manager
Assistant Production Coordinator
Assistant Production Manager
Assistant Unit Manger
Associate Producer
Key Office Production Assistant
Line Producer
Location Manager
Office Production Assistant
Producer
Producer's Assistant
Production Assistant
Production Coordinator
Script Assistant
Script Supervisor
Trainee Accountant
Trainee Assistant Director
Unit Manager

Canadian Students

The confirmation fee is due within two weeks of receipt of your Letter of Acceptance. It is required in order to hold your seat in the program.

Mandatory Fees

Application Fee - $30.00 (per program)

A non-refundable fee required for each application submitted to the College | Application Page

Application fees are only refundable if the program does not go ahead, and the applicant does not want to transfer the application to another program.

Note: The following fee is non-refundable and must be paid within two (2) weeks of receiving your Letter of Acceptance for each program at the College.

Confirmation Fee - $105.00 (per program annually)

A non-refundable annual fee due upon confirming acceptance into each program. This covers registration and student association services and must be paid each academic year.

Academic Audit Fee - $50.00 (once per program)

A one-time fee assessed for auditing academic records during your program.

Technology Fee - $83.00 (per semester)

A semester-based fee to support student access to software, internet, and digital services across all campuses.

Full-Time Student Fees

Certificate & Diploma Programs:

School	Regular Term (15 weeks)	Intersession (up to 7 weeks)
Academics, Applied Arts & Tourism	$1,197.00 (per semester)	$572.00 (per semester)

Part-Time Student Fees

Certificate & Diploma Programs:

Program Type	Tuition Fee
Certificate & Diploma Programs	$320.00 (per course)

Regulations

All student fees must be paid by the date specified in each term. These dates can be found in the Academic Calendar .

Students receiving Student Aid must present their notification of award on the first day of classes. These students may defer payment until aid is received, at which time fees must be paid in full.
Students who do not pay fees within the prescribed time may have their registration cancelled.
Students with outstanding balances are:
- Ineligible for future term registration
- Unable to receive diplomas, transcripts, or grade reports
- Denied access to online grades until the balance is paid in full

It is the student's responsibility to clear all balances and contact their campus Student Services office with any account inquiries.

Additional Notes

If the College cancels a program, all tuition and fees will be fully refunded.
Out-of-sequence students registering or withdrawing mid-term will be charged on a pro-rated basis.
Students taking additional courses beyond a standard load must pay for each extra course.
Senior citizens (60+) receive a 50% discount on confirmation fees and tuition.
Students auditing a course must pay:
- 50% of tuition
- 100% of any applicable technology fees

International Students

A fee, which is applied toward program tuition and compulsory fees and includes a deposit fee, is due within two weeks of receipt of your Letter of Acceptance.

Mandatory Fees

Application Fee - $100.00 (per program)

A non-refundable fee required for each application submitted to the College | Application Page

Note: The following fees are non-refundable and must be paid within two (2) weeks of receiving your Letter of Acceptance for each program at the College.

Confirmation Fee - $105.00 (per program annually)

A non-refundable annual fee due upon confirming acceptance into each program. This covers registration and student association services and must be paid each academic year.

Deposit Fee - $1,500.00 (Included in First Semester Tuition)

A non-refundable, non-transferable deposit required to secure your seat. Included in first semester tuition.

Academic Audit Fee - $50.00 (once per program)

A one-time fee assessed for auditing academic records during your program.

Technology Fee - $83.00 (per semester)

A semester-based fee to support student access to software, internet, and digital services across all campuses.

Full-Time Student Fees

School	Regular Term (15 weeks)	Intersession (up to 7 weeks)
Academics, Applied Arts & Tourism	$4,581.00 (per semester)	$2,291.00 (per semester)

Part-Time Student Fees

Certificate & Diploma Programs:

Program Type	Tuition Fee
Certificate & Diploma Programs	$1,046.00 (per course)

Estimated Program Costs

The document below provides a summary of estimated program costs for international students applying to the 2026–2027 academic year. Please note that all amounts are approximate and subject to change without notice. These costs apply only to international applicants.

Download Estimated Program Costs (PDF)

Making Payments

Application Fee

If applying online, the application fee must be paid via credit card during the submission of your application to College of the North Atlantic.

Tuition and Other Payments

College of the North Atlantic has partnered with PayMyTuition for all international tuition payments. All tuition payments, unless otherwise noted, can be paid via PayMyTuition.

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Please note that you can only use PayMyTuition once you have been assigned a CNA student number.

Regulations

All student fees must be paid by the date specified in each term. These dates can be found in the Academic Calendar .

Students receiving Student Aid must present their notification of award on the first day of classes. These students may defer payment until aid is received, at which time fees must be paid in full.
Students who do not pay fees within the prescribed time may have their registration cancelled.
Students with outstanding balances are:
- Ineligible for future term registration
- Unable to receive diplomas, transcripts, or grade reports
- Denied access to online grades until the balance is paid in full

It is the student's responsibility to clear all balances and contact their campus Student Services office with any account inquiries.

Additional Notes

If the College cancels a program, all tuition and fees will be fully refunded.
Out-of-sequence students registering or withdrawing mid-term will be charged on a pro-rated basis.
Students taking additional courses beyond a standard load must pay for each extra course.
Senior citizens (60+) receive a 50% discount on confirmation fees and tuition.
Students auditing a course must pay:
- 50% of tuition
- 100% of any applicable technology fees

College of the North Atlantic reserves the right to cancel or alter the delivery date and location of any program offering and delivery method, and will do so in a timely manner in order to minimize the impact on applicants.