Media Production Training: Digital Constellations 2026

About the Open Call

The Media and Production: Professional Training Program (PTP) combines mentorship and formal instruction to help emerging practitioners refine their technical expertise while contributing to innovative digital storytelling in a collaborative professional environment. Participants will work closely with lead faculty to collaborate and support the projects of the participants in the Indigenous Arts Digital Constellations: Production & Post-Production Residency 2026. The program offers practical experience and formal instruction in the areas of video production and post-production, audio, animation & graphics. Participants in this program expand their technical proficiency, nurture creativity, and advance knowledge of production and post-production processes under the supervision, mentorship of faculty, technical Banff Centre staff, and project-related artists within specific technical areas. Instruction in specific technical areas: Editor (gain hands-on training in transcoding, syncing, and sorting dailies, as well as offline and online editing; focus on advanced color grading and audio mixing strategies using Avid Media Composer and Symphony, along with Adobe Photoshop and After Effects); Video Production (develop technical and creative skills in studio and location video production, including lighting, camera operation, clapperboard use, camera notes, and production reports; build proficiency in transcribing and strengthening communication between production and post-production crews); Animation- Motion Graphics (enhance artistic and technical abilities in animation, motion graphics, and compositing; develop a strong visual design foundation using industry-standard software while learning to assess project tasks and meet creative targets efficiently); Audio Post (train in ADR recording, dialogue mixing, music, and sound effects integration to create polished final audio mixes; build expertise in balancing sound sources through equalization and audio effects using Pro Tools).

What is Offered

Scholarship covering 100% of tuition fees, accommodation, and meal plan. Benefits include deepened knowledge of industry trends and best practices, formal instruction, networking opportunities with media professionals, professional faculty, and artists, hands-on experience in professionally equipped studio spaces, group seminars/workshops, access to Paul D. Fleck Library and Archives, and use of campus facilities including the Sally Borden Fitness and Recreation Centre and Box Office discounts.

Requirements

Combination of formal training and/or professional experience or aptitude in one or more of the following specializations: Video production, Editing, Animation/Graphics, or Audio. Applicants should be able to manage resources, produce to schedule, and multitask effectively with strong time management, diplomacy, and communication skills. Applicants must be 18+ at the time of the program start date. International participants who are accepted must obtain a Visitor Visa to enter Canada.

How to Apply

Complete the Online Form, Pay your application fee, Upload Your Materials (Resume, List of Technical Skills, Letter of intent, Portfolio, Financial Assistance section in SlideRoom).