Full-time Programs
TVNM - Television and New Media Production
Program Entry
SEPTEMBER ENTRY
Program Length
PROGRAM LENGTH: Three-year Ontario College Advanced Diploma
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| Jane Harrison | harrison@loyalistc.on.ca |
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Highlights
- There are many high-paying careers in the exciting world of television and new media.
- Loyalist’s program is unique in the province, teaching skills from television production to DVD authoring and web streaming.
- Students work behind the scenes on a variety of programs that go to air.
- Hands-on, equipment-intensive training prepares graduates for the real work world.
- Two internships provide essential on-the-job experience.
Career Opportunities
Experience with a wide variety of technology and a high degree of specialization prepare graduates for direct entry into one of the following sectors:
- broadcasting facilities
- specialty channels
- independent production
- new media
- digital editing
- corporate production
- video service
- related support services
Entry-level salaries vary, but start from the mid-$30,000s.
Program Description
This unique three-year program, developed with ongoing consultation with national industry leaders, delivers a strong generalist background and specialization in one or two areas of concentration.
In the first year, students:
- learn the basic techniques of television and new media
- apply their knowledge performing all production and crew functions
- begin working on a script that will be developed throughout the program
Second-year studies become more specialized as students:
- choose crew rotations focusing on their individual areas of concentration
- collaborate with students from Loyalist’s Broadcast Journalism program (who research, write and perform) to produce shows aired in Belleville via cable television to an audience of more than 35,000 homes
- gain four weeks of on-the-job experience through the first of two internships
In their final year, students:
- focus on corporate production, remote event production, and long-format production
- gain extensive workplace experience during an eight-week internship
- bring to life the scripts they have written in the first year and developed through the second, with public screenings at a local movie theatre
The academic year ends with a live awards show celebrating student achievement and creativity. Students in all three years are presented with “The Sparkies,” sponsored by members of the advisory committee. The recipient of the Dome Award alone, chosen from first-year students, receives $2,000 toward his or her tuition.
Approximate Cost
Tuition: $2,688 (two semesters)
Books and Supplies: $900
Consumables Fee: $700 (first year); $250 (second year); $350 (third year)
Note: Students need to budget for internships in Semester Four (four weeks) and Semester Six (eight weeks). A valid driver’s license will be of great use in this program, and essential in the industry.
Admission Requirements
(a) Required academic preparation –
- OSSD/OSSGD or equivalent with courses at the general, advanced, (C), (U), (M), or (O) level with Grade 12 English
OR
- mature applicant
Recommended academic preparation –
Computer literacy, basic photography, current events, history, geography, and public speaking. Students must be prepared for an above-average commitment of time and intensity.
(b) Advanced standing: Applicants with prior learning or related work experience may be eligible for credit recognition through Prior Learning Assessment or transfer of credit from another college or university.
Loyalist / University Transfer
Turn your diploma into a degree Credit transfer agreements are in place with the following institutions as of September 2006:
Athabasca University
Carleton University
Griffith University
Nipissing University
University of Ontario Institute of Technology
Graduates may contact the university of their choice to make individual arrangements. Informal agreements are in place with other institutions and new transfer agreements are added annually.
Curriculum
First Year - Semester One
COMM 1016 The Art of Storytelling
Students learn the techniques involved in writing short-format television productions. Commercials, news, continuity and script proposal packages are emphasized.
TVNM 1001 Electronic Field Production (EFP) 1
The process starts with the pre-production research and location scouting, followed by the setup and operation of television field equipment. Students plan, shoot and light under actual field conditions.
TVNM 1002 TV Post-Production 1
Focuses on basic editing methods and operations using linear and non-linear equipment. Students prepare detailed shot lists and paper edits which guide them through their video edit sessions.
TVNM 1003 The Studio
An introduction to the elements of studio production. Focus is on the basic operating techniques of television studio equipment. Objectives are met through demonstration and hands-on exercises.
TVNM 1004 TV Computer Graphics 1
Introduces the student to the world of computer-generated images beginning with character generation and ending with complex graphics sequences. Student-generated images are incorporated into internal college broadcasts.
TVNM 1005 TV News 1
An introduction to the fast-paced world of television news. Students produce a short newscast beginning the second week, and quickly learn how to integrate stories, commercials and graphics.
TVNM 1006 Introduction to TV Presentations
Focuses on presentation delivery styles and techniques. Students, through guided practice, find their own comfortable, yet professional and persuasive style of delivering business presentations.
TVNM 1014 TV Technical Operations 1
TV Technical Operations Theory 1 is an introduction to contemporary TV technology. Students learn th ebasic operational and electronic characteristics of the television equipment used in the 1st year production studio. The student will also become familiar with basic test and measurement procedures used in analogue television oeprations.
First Year - Semester Two
COMM 1018 Writing For Television
Students learn the techniques involved in writing either short or long-format television productions. Commercials, news, continuity and (on an individual basis) drama and comedy. The long format scripts go into production in third year, upon approval.
TVNM 1001 Electronic Field Production (EFP) 1
The process starts with the pre-production research and location scouting, followed by the setup and operation of television field equipment. Students plan, shoot and light under actual field conditions.
TVNM 1007 TV Computer Graphics 2
A concentration in computer-based painting, layering and an introduction to animation. The Mac computer platform and the Mac operating system are introduced to the student. Attention is given to specific creative computer techniques allowing the student to generate graphics that are integrated into daily productions. Prerequisite: TVNM 1004
TVNM 1008 TV News 2
Students produce a 10-minute newscast integrating sports and weather graphics as well as local ENGs. In the last month the TV and broadcast journalism students take over the production of the daily 6:30 News program. Prerequisites: TVNM 1000, TVNM 1003 & TVNM 1005
TVNM 1010 Electronic News Gathering (ENG) 1
Shooting news stories in the field is one of the most challenging experiences the television industry provides, because unexpected circumstances may have to be faced. Students will learn how to shoot and edit basic news packages. Prerequisites: TVNM 1001, TVNM 1002 & TVNM 1005
TVNM 1011 TV Technical Operations 2
TV Technical Operations 2 is a continuation of TV Technical Operations 1. This course is designed to increase knowledge of operations and to introduce a critical sense in the evaluation and testing of audio and video signals. World television standards, and the concept of what broadcast quality television signals consist of are also introduced. More advanced test and measurement procedures are also introduced to the student to assist in their signal evaluation skills. Prerequisite: TVNM 1000
TVNM 1012 TV Post-Production 2
The history of editing, different types of editing systems, and various methods of editing are discussed. Students learn how to edit raw audio and video by keeping accurate records of the tape content and through the creation of edit decision lists. In the edit suites the setup of non-linear equipment, various transitions and special effects are learned. All aspects of non-linear editing are demonstrated both in the Mac lab and in the dedicated television edit suites. Prerequisites: TVNM 1002 & TVNM 1004
TVNM 1013 TV Series Production
Students study more sophisticated program formats and operational techniques. Students continue to develop individual production skills during the production of a multi-episode TV series. Emphasis is on creating a production team and developing a presentation toward industry standards. Prerequisites: TVNM 1003 & TVNM 1004
TVNM 2002 TV Editing Concepts
Focuses on the conceptual side of editing. Make creative and editorial decisions in the edit suite. Prerequisite: TVNM 1009 & TVNM 1012
Second Year - Semester Three
TVNM 2000 TV Commercials 1
An introduction to the world of advertising, marketing and commercial production. Students study the principles of creative process, client relations, scripting and producing storyboards. Prerequisites: TVNM 1007 & TVNM 1012
TVNM 2001 TV Advanced Graphics
The emphasis of this course is to create and maintain graphic sequences for daily broadcasts. Students create billboards, character generation, animations, sports and weather graphics for use in locally/nationally broadcast news, lifestyle, sports and magazine programs. The Mac platform continues to be used to introduce basic web design/animation and intermediate computer concepts. Prerequisites: TVNM 1007 & TVNM 1008
TVNM 2003 Electronic News Gathering (ENG) 2
Students refine news shooting and editing skills while producing items for the daily 6:30 News. They are responsible for the daily archiving of news footage, while scheduled on regular ENG shifts. Prerequisites: TVNM 1008; TVNM 1010 & TVNM 1012
TVNM 2004 TV News 3
6:30 News is a 15-minute local newscast produced by the TV and broadcast journalism students. It is the only local cast serving the Quinte area, and therefore offers real-world experience on a daily basis. Prerequisites: TVNM 1007, TVNM 1009, TVNM 1011, TVNM 1012 & TVNM 1013
TVNM 2005 TV Magazine Production
Television and broadcast journalism students produce a magazine program called Quinteview which airs on the local cable facility weekly. This award-winning program has a loyal and sizeable viewing audience in the Belleville area. Both the production and audience feedback are real. Prerequisites: TVNM 1007, TVNM 1009, TVNM 1011, TVNM 1012 & TVNM 10131
TVNM 2007 TV Technical Operations 3
This course takes the skills learned in TV Technical Operations 1 and 2 and hones the student's skills in manipulating video and audio levels in order to achieve an aesthetic product. Students explore how Technical Operations play a role in the artistic design of a television production, specifically in Electronic Cinematography. Prerequisites: TVNM 1008, TVNM 1011 & TVNM 1013
TVNM 2008 TV Pre-Production 1
Students take the scripts written in 1st year and develop production bibles that include: casting notes, locations surveys, art direction, and continuity considerations. Students learn to breakdown a script into elements, develop production and shooting schedules, as well as detailed shot lists. Prerequisites: TVNM 1009, TVNM 1013 & COMM 1018
TVNM 2009 Digital Editing
The Mac platform continues to be used to introduce basic web design/animation and intermediate computer concepts. The students will be introduced to DVD authoring. DVD projects will include the creation of static and moving menus, button/chapter design, scene/chapter linking, MPEG II transcroding, overlay images, Macrovision copy protection, Dolby digital surround sound and instruction on the various DVD formats available.
TVNM 2010 The Changing Job Market
Students fine-tune their resumes and cover letters as well as research internship locations and job availability. Phone skills and the job interview are emphasized. Prerequisite: TVNM 1017
TVNM 2018 Lifestyle Programming
One of the staples of today's television industry, is the lifestyle program - cooking, decorating, woodworking etc. The students produce a weekly cooking shows which airs on both cable and broadcast stations.
Second Year - Semester Four
INTN 2005 TV Internship 1
Students have the opportunity to spend four weeks in a professional environment where they can apply the skills they have learned. This provides them with a greater understanding of where their education can take them and helps when making specialization decisions in Year 3. Course begins with the research and selection of an internship location, and creating an impressive curriculum vitae.
TVNM 2005 TV Magazine Production
Television and broadcast journalism students produce a magazine program called Quinteview which airs on the local cable facility weekly. This award-winning program has a loyal and sizeable viewing audience in the Belleville area. Both the production and audience feedback are real. Prerequisites: TVNM 1007, TVNM 1009, TVNM 1011, TVNM 1012 & TVNM 10131
TVNM 2006 TV Programming
The operation of a television station is complicated and challenging. It requires accurate timing, and a knowledge of what generates ratings and what limits are set by the CRTC. Students operate the College's closed-circuit station on a daily basis, roll in commercials, throw to live feeds from the studio, and network feeds from the satellite downlink. Prerequisites: TVNM 1008 & TVNM 1013
TVNM 2012 TV Commercials 2
Existing commercial ideas are produced into commercials, PSAs or promotions for air to a local audience. Students experience the entire production process. Prerequisites: TVNM 2000, TVNM 2002, TVNM 2005, TVNM 2007, TVNM 2008 & COMM 1018.
TVNM 2013 TV News 4
The TV and broadcast journalism students work together to produce the news four days a week. This is a rigorous course with "real time" deadlines, but the experience is invaluable and the rewards are many, as the Belleville viewing public is informed about what is happening in their community. Prerequisites: TVNM 2002, TVNM 2003, TVNM 2004, TVNM 2006 & TVNM 2007.
TVNM 2015 Advanced Camera Techniques
An in-depth exploration of all craft areas in field production with particular emphasis on electronic cinematography. This course prepares the student for major productions in Semester Six. Prerequisites: TVNM 2003 & TVNM 2005
TVNM 2018 Lifestyle Programming
One of the staples of today's television industry, is the lifestyle program - cooking, decorating, woodworking etc. The students produce a weekly cooking shows which airs on both cable and broadcast stations.
TVNM 2021 Issues in Telelvision
Copyright, music clearance, libel, slander, contempt of court and media ethics form the basis of this discussion/debate-oriented course.
TVNM 2024 On Air Promotions and Theatrical Trailers
As competition increases, promos and trailers that can get your attention and then get you to 'the screen' are critical elements to the success of the program or film. This course will concentrate on two analogous segments - the strategy behind the message, with focus on overall branding, positioning and the target audience, as well as the creative execution that delivers the viewers and moviegoers.
TVNM 2025 Television Master Workshops
Students focus on a specific sector of the television and new media industry. Both faculty and industry professionals deliver workshops that greatly enhance the students expertise in this area.
TVNM 2026 Production Graphics
In fourth semester "6:30 News" goes to air and the graphics requirements are intensive. Students in this course will create over-the-shoulder corner frames and full-frame graphics as required by the news run of the day.
TVNM 3001 TV Pre-Production 2
Comprised of a series of pre-production meetings, students cast, find locations and begin the rehearsal process for Major Production.
Third Year - Semester Five
TVNM 3000 TV Specialization
Students focus on the area of video production to which they seem best suited. There are two levels of specialization. The first is in the types of production. They may work in documentary, news, music video or commercial production. As the second level of specialization, they choose a particular job function and concentrate on it.
TVNM 3002 Independent TV Production
Based on long-format industrial production, students will be assisted in finding real clients, and will produce promotional, event and/or instructional videos of at least five minutes in length.
TVNM 3003 The TV Industry
Network structures, broadcast associations, independent video production, the CRTC and the future of the industry are explored. Prerequisite: 2010
TVNM 3004 Freelancing/Entrepreneurship
Students become familiar with small business financial systems, tax planning, estimating, contracting, enterprise development, government regulations, alternate funding sources and how to develop a business plan. Prerequisite: TVNM 2010
TVNM 3005 Major Production
Students produce long format theatrical comedies or dramas, selected in Pre-Production 2. The students apply for specific crew positions where they can contribute the most to this team-based, hands-on course. The final productions are shown on the big screen in a Belleville movie theatre. Prerequisites: TVNM 3001 & TVNM 30021
TVNM 3008 Remote Event Production
This year long course will explore the production and technical aspects of multi-camera television productions outside the television studio. Students will cover the pre-production,safely and production requirements used in remote productions of all sizes and genres. This course will also be used to showcase student skills in remote productions as they cover events both in the college and in the Quinte area. Students will also be introduced to working with outside facilities using the Cogeco TV mobile truck.
Third Year - Semester Six
INTN 3000 TV Internship 2
As a prerequisite for graduation, the student must spend eight weeks working in a professional media environment. Student researches and selects an internship location and updates their curriculum vitae. The career begins here.
TVNM 3000 TV Specialization
Students focus on the area of video production to which they seem best suited. There are two levels of specialization. The first is in the types of production. They may work in documentary, news, music video or commercial production. As the second level of specialization, they choose a particular job function and concentrate on it.
TVNM 3002 Independent TV Production
Based on long-format industrial production, students will be assisted in finding real clients, and will produce promotional, event and/or instructional videos of at least five minutes in length.
TVNM 3005 Major Production
Students produce long format theatrical comedies or dramas, selected in Pre-Production 2. The students apply for specific crew positions where they can contribute the most to this team-based, hands-on course. The final productions are shown on the big screen in a Belleville movie theatre. Prerequisites: TVNM 3001 & TVNM 30021
TVNM 3007 Advanced Television Criticism
Address the history, aesthetics and criticism of the TV industry.
TVNM 3008 Remote Event Production
This year long course will explore the production and technical aspects of multi-camera television productions outside the television studio. Students will cover the pre-production,safely and production requirements used in remote productions of all sizes and genres. This course will also be used to showcase student skills in remote productions as they cover events both in the college and in the Quinte area. Students will also be introduced to working with outside facilities using the Cogeco TV mobile truck.
