A Two-Year Ontario College Diploma Program
Holland Code: A (Artistic)
This list does not replace the admission requirements you must have for admission to the program. Please see website for details.
Arts & Literacy: reading, writing and literary analysis & comprehension are important. It would be advantageous to have taken some media courses in prior education.
Math and Science: grade 11 math is acceptable Basic skills and understanding will be needed.
Technology: basic computer skills required (Microsoft Office, email, Internet).
Some experience on stage and or on camera would be of benefit, but is not a necessity.
The professional opportunities for a performer in the arts and entertainment industries are vast and varied. These may include and not be limited to: Theatre, film, television, industrial and corporate video production, animation, video games (motion capture), commercials, education and training. As a voice performer, actors can also find work in dubbing, commercials, video games, narrations and audio books readings.
In most cases the working actor is an entrepreneur who must run their own company (with the assistance of an agent). The successful actor is constantly going out on auditions or updating their portfolio, looking for work that can range from a few hours to months of employment.
The National Occupation Classification (NOC) system is used by the Canadian government to provide detailed information on careers. Visit the National Occupation Classification website and use the NOC codes below to learn more about careers associated with this Fanshawe College program. Please note: These codes are listed here for information purposes only. Fanshawe College does not guarantee graduates careers in these fields.
The Canada Job Bank is an excellent resource for labour market information including wages, jobs available and career planning advice.
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Last Modified: November 22, 2022