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Join an exciting, artistic industry as a content creator

Video and Motion Graphics Production Ontario College Diploma program

Master the art of storytelling through video and motion graphics for social media, web and commercial platforms. Develop a strong technical portfolio and become a sought-after content creator.

Program code VMGP
Duration 2 Years
Credential Ontario College Diploma
Program Delivery Full-time
Program delivery method(s) Hybrid What does this mean?

Program information

Program description

Georgian College’s Video and Motion Graphics Production program is a two-year diploma designed to provide you with the technical skills, creative expertise, and extensive knowledge to create compelling content for platforms such as social media, video-sharing websites, commercial, and educational outletsThrough a combination of hands-on and experiential learning, you’ll learn to produce engaging video and motion graphic content that meet today’s media demands all while focusing on the importance of industry regulations, ethical practices, and safety protocols. This program is designed to guide you through the entire production process, from conceptualizing and storyboarding ideas to capturing and editing high-quality video and audio that delivers professional-quality motion graphics. You’ll learn essential techniques in lighting, composition, camera control, and audio recording while exploring emerging technologies like virtual and augmented reality to prepare for the future of immersive media. Additionally, you’ll learn media production management operations, including managing and maintaining digital archive systems, documenting projects, and developing business plans. The program culminates in a capstone course where you’ll apply your skills to deliver a professional product to potential clients and employers. Upon graduation, you’ll have an extensive portfolio that showcases your creative and technical abilities and positions yourself as a sought-after creator.

Intake information

Start dateCampus
Fall 2026 Barrie Downtown

Tuition and fees

What are the admission requirements for the Video and Motion Graphics Production program?

Video and Motion Graphics Production admission requirements

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, or mature student status
  • Grade 12 English (C or U)

Mature students, non-secondary school applicants (19 years or older), and home school applicants may also be considered for admission. Eligibility may be met by applicants who have taken equivalent courses, upgrading, completed their GED, and equivalency testing. For complete details refer to: www.georgiancollege.ca/admissions/academic-regulations/

Applicants who have taken courses from a recognized and accredited post-secondary institution and/or have relevant life/learning experience may also be considered for admission; refer to the Credit for Prior Learning website for details:
www.georgiancollege.ca/admissions/credit-transfer/

What career paths can I take in video production?

Your Video and Motion Graphics Production diploma gives you many career opportunities

Graduates of the Video and Motion Graphics Production program are well suited to work within video production. The types of careers graduates may find themselves in include video editor, motion graphics artist, camera operator, sound engineer, producers and video content creator. Graduates may also work as entrepreneurs in content creation and social media.

What courses are included in the Video and Motion Graphics Production diploma program?

Course overview

23 Program Courses
1 Communications Courses
3 General Education Courses

Program-specific courses

Semester 1 courses are listed below. For a full list of courses in the program including course descriptions, view the Video and Motion Graphics Production program outline.

  • VMGP 1000 – Introduction to Video Production
  • VMGP 1001 – Storyboarding and Concept Development
  • VMGP 1002 – Fundamentals of Motion Graphics
  • VMGP 1003 – Editing Techniques I – Video and Audio Post-Production
  • VMGP 1004 – Digital Media Platforms and Trends
  • Select 1 course from Communications list during registration.
  • Select 1 course from General Education list during registration.

Your course delivery method(s)

Hybrid

This program has a hybrid delivery method. Some parts are online and other parts are delivered in person. You’ll need to come to campus for part of your program.

Please note, delivery methods are based on planning for the upcoming semester and are subject to change.

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