Faculty
Fine & Applied Arts
The Outdoor Filmmaking Certificate at CapU is offered exclusively in Squamish and allows you to combine your love of the outdoors with creating stunning, impactful films.
Surrounded by staggering natural beauty in every direction, the Squamish area has long been a home to world-renowned outdoor filmmakers and a hub for adventure film culture.
This 42-credit certificate program can be completed in three terms and offers the rare opportunity to combine hands-on technical filmmaking training with a commitment to conservation and outdoor safety.
The program's courses focus on documentary filmmaking, with a selection of classes in tourism management, outdoor recreation management and communications to add depth.
You'll take courses in documentary production, sound recording, storytelling, directing, lighting and camera work and post-production. These courses will help you develop your skills in camera operation, effective research strategies across many subject areas and crafting compelling stories.
You’ll also benefit from industry expert sessions, where experienced outdoor and environmental filmmakers share their expertise in guest lectures and workshops.
Whether you dream of creating eco-documentaries, filming adventure sports, or working in sustainable media production, the Outdoor Filmmaking Certificate equips you with the expertise to bring your vision to life.
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Get mentorship from industry pros
Instructors at CapU (like Doreen Manuel) are active in B.C.’s film and tourism industries and provide valuable insight and guidance as you sharpen your skills.