Acting for Film and Television
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Program Overview
Humber’s Acting for Film and Television diploma program covers the full spectrum of training needed to succeed as a screen actor: acting, voice, movement, improvisation, screenwriting and script analysis. You’ll learn what it takes to express yourself through the art and craft of screen acting, gain on-camera confidence, and learn how to shine at auditions. When you graduate, you’ll have a solid understanding of the craft and industry – its history, protocols and professional standards.
Our program has one of the most comprehensive curricula in Canada and is taught by respected professional actors. Workshop simulations, screen demos, voice-over demos and our spring motion picture showcase provide you with unequalled opportunities to experience the world of screen acting. You will review and discuss your work with some of the acting world’s most recognizable faces, as well as with key industry personnel.
Semester 2 |
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| AFTV 150: Scene Study for Film and Television |
| AFTV 151: Advanced Voice and Movement |
| AFTV 152: The Theory and Practice of Film and Television 2 |
| WRIT 200: Workplace Writing Skills |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| GNED : General Elective |
The Humber Advantage
Students go on a number of field trips during their time in the program to experience many different studio environments and work with highly specialized technologies. Students also work with professional voice actors in a recording studio to produce a demo reel of audio work.
We stopped by the premiere of After Lola to talk to graduates of the Acting for Film and Television program who starred in the film.
Humber's Acting for Film & Television program has a regular lineup of incredible guest speakers, including actors, directors, and casting directors. Below are a just a few of our recent guest speakers.
JC McKenzie
J.C. MacKenzie is a Canadian actor. He plays Skip Fontaine in the hit HBO series Vinyl and is known for his role as Arnold Spivak in ABC's Murder One, Reagan "Normal" Ronald in Fox's Dark Angel, and Ludlow in the film The Aviator.
See all his credits on his IMDB page.
Clarke Johnson
Clarke Johnson is an American actor and director who has worked in both television and film. He is best known for Homicide: Life on the Street (1993), S.W.A.T. (2003) and The Sentinel (2006).
See all his credits on his IMDB page. Photo credit: Petr Novák, Wikipedia
Gordon Pinsent
Gordon Pinsent is a Canadian actor, screenwriter, director and playwright. He is known for his roles in Away from Her, The Rowdyman, John and the Missus, A Gift to Last, Due South, The Red Green Show and Quentin Durgens, M.P.
See all his credits on his IMDB page. Photo credit: christopherharte, Wikimedia
Larissa Mair
Larissa Mair has been involved in the arts for over 20 years. Larissa began as a casting assistant and associate, working her way up through the business until 2010, when she opened her own casting company; Larissa Mair Casting & Associates.
See all her credits on her IMDB page.
Don McBrearty
Don McBrearty is a Canadian film director. In 2003 he directed the made-for-television drama Sex and the Single Mom. He is known for his work on The Arrow (1997), The Interrogation of Michael Crowe (2002), Terry (2005), and Chasing Freedom (2004).
See all his credits on his IMDB page.
Faculty Spotlight: Viv Moore
"I teach what I practice in my process work and my choreography."
Faculty Spotlight: Maria Ricossa
"I've always enjoyed the investigation of human behavior: why people do what they do, their struggles their wants and needs. I look for this when I’m photographing in the street, and this is also the core of what acting is."
Alex Bird
"I’ll always be indebted to the faculty and to John Bourgeois... when someone believes in you, it means the world. You never forget that."
Alino Giraldi
"It's amazing to see how much story can be told just with breathing and your eyes."
Allison Dawn Doiron
"I really enjoyed my time at Humber. I found the teachers to be professional and very helpful."
Brittany Johnson
"Nothing is more valuable than good training and your network of people."
Brock Morgan
"This program prepared me for the reality of working as a film and television Actor."
Carlos Felipe Martinez
"I can say that our faculty’s strong emphasis on being professional, doing our homework (character work) and being prepared for the shoot has proven to be fundamental."
Charlotte Hegele
"There is a good reason Humber's AFTV program attracts the highest quality instructors."
Danielle Watling
"The Acting for Film and Television program at Humber is the best experience a young actor looking for training could have."
Dwain Murphy
"The teachers at Humber were wonderful with their ability to shape and mould young up-and-coming actors such as myself. They gave us the best tools for making a splash in the acting world."
Evan Marsh
"My time at Humber was priceless. The AFTV program was so full of different teaching techniques that I couldn't possibly list all the ways it prepared me for this industry."
Farid Yazdani
"I’m proud of booking a role that would normally be cast as a Caucasian. Major props to Suits for being inclusive."
Hannah Hogan
"At Humber, I learned that the best way to succeed in acting is to reach out to the peers and colleagues in your community for help and support. It’s something I continue to do today."
Hubert Tran
"I would recommend this program for any aspiring actor..."
Lovell Adams-Gray
"Nothing is more valuable than good training and your network of people."
Michelle McLeod
"Humber Acting for Film and Television provides a great tool kit to those who are passionate about acting."
Richard Young
Richard Young is a South Asian-Canadian actor/screenwriter. His screen acting credits include Taken (NBC), Jett (Cinemax), Endlings (Hulu-CBC), Kim's Convenience (CBC), Incorporated (SyFy) and The Strain (FX).
Sara La Selva
"Community is unbelievably important to me both in my artistic practice and my experience as a person in the world."
Sid Sawant
"When you come to the conclusion that the only thing you can do is make movies, buckle up, because it’s one heck of ride."
Tiffany Davidson
“I didn’t even apply for the audition – honestly, I didn’t even know they were looking for that role!”
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Alessia Miscio
Alessia graduated from Humber College in 2021. She sings soprano and alto and is a self taught Ukulele player.
Yuliia Radchuk
Yuliia graduated from Humber College in 2021. She is fluent in Russian and Ukrainian, and plays the piano and bandura.
Emily Murray
Emily graduated from Humber College in 2021. She is fluent in French and skilled dancer.
Fabiana Mena
Fabiana graduated from Humber College in 2021. She is fluent in Spanish and skilled in stage combat.
Gabriel Doctor
Gabriel graduated from Humber College in 2021. He is a skilled athlete in hockey, basketball, baseball, and golf.
David Teoh
David graduated from Humber College in 2021 and is skilled in stunt work, martial arts and stage combat.
Madison Holder
Madison graduated from Humber College in 2021. She is an award winning Mezzo Soprano singer and has experience working with seniors and children.
Estiven Olaya-Pachon
Estiven graduated from Humber College in 2021 and is fluent in Spanish and English.
Frankie Pringle
Frankie graduated from Humber College in 2021. She is skilled in makeup and SFX.
Ana Da Costa
Ana graduated from Humber College in 2021. She is fluent in Portuguese and has a 3rd degree black belt in Taekwondo.
Matthew Francis
Matthew graduated from Humber College in 2021. He is a skilled voice actor and is a Bass/Tenor singer.
Paloma Bertossi
Paloma graduated from Humber College in 2021 and is fluent in Spanish, English, French, and conversational in Italian and German.
Shivika Sharma
Shivika graduated from Humber College in 2021 and is fluent in Hindi and Punjabi.
Stephanie McKibbon
Stephanie graduated from Humber College in 2021 and is skilled in swimming, skating and gymnastics.
Timothy Van Le
Timothy graduated from Humber College in 2021 and is skilled in improv and stage combat.
William A. Longley
William graduated from Humber College in 2021. He is a skilled juggler, balloonist and is trained in combat.
Taylor Gignac
Taylor graduated from Humber College in 2021. He is CPR certified and can speak in British and Southern American Dialect.
Your Career
In addition to traditional stage, film and television opportunities, graduates of the program are ready to work in a wide range of multimedia including webisodes, virtual reality and gaming videos, as well as voice overs for cartoons, commercials, narration and audio dialogue replacement (dubbing).
Professional Accreditations & Recognition
Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television and Radio Artists (ACTRA)
The program is recognized by the Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television and Radio Artists (ACTRA). Graduates of this program qualify to apply for ACTRA Apprentice membership within sixty (60) days of their graduation.
Additional requirements may apply.
Note: The requirements for the additional credential(s) are determined by the granting body, which is independent from the College. Students are encouraged to obtain the specific requirements directly from the granting body before enrolling.
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