Humber's Photography diploma program is one of the most highly regarded and longest-running photographic training programs in the country. In this two-year program, you will develop both a professional skillset and creative process abilities to become job-ready for the visual communications industry.
Through four semesters of study, students learn advanced photographic techniques giving them the ability to bring their visual imaginations to life. Classes are hands-on, and you will develop additional skills in planning, production and post-production. These assets, along with soft skills in communications and networking, will give students the solid foundation needed for their career ahead.
From advertising photography to editorial and portraiture, to motion capture and e-commerce imaging, you will graduate from this program prepared to engage fully in a wide range of visual imaging career options. In this program, you will:
be trained on DSLR, mirrorless and medium format digital cameras, along with professional studio and location lighting and grip equipment
capture, process and edit content using current software applications such as Photoshop, Lightroom, Capture One Pro and Premiere Pro
create professional and archival digital prints
learn historical and alternative processes in the darkroom
learn the business side of photography including quoting, invoicing and building working relationships with clients
learn to be an effective visual storyteller across multiple platforms
produce assets from client layouts for digital and print end use
produce corporate video and audio for the web and other applications
shoot professional photographic images in both the studio and on-location environments
Courses are designed with industry input, ensuring you are learning current and relevant information in state-of-the-art studios and labs from industry experts – people who know the trends and effective methods of visual communications.
Following a work placement in final semester, the program culminates with a graduate portfolio show where students network with industry and introduce their skills with portfolios, video footage and large format prints.