AMPD cultivated a celebratory environment where we learned to value the process, through Finish Line, CineSiege, in-class screenings and discussions. That was one of the most valuable lessons in my eyes, learning to celebrate the work and the people around you along the way. Heather Hedley (BFA ’26)Canadian Screen Award winner, Achievement in Costume Design […]
My time at AMPD was filled with joy, learning opportunities, wonderful new friendships, and creativity. I had the chance to make films, which is what I truly love and cherish. The support from my teachers and my mentor, who always supported my enduring desire to write and create, meant a great deal to me. AMPD also provided […]
My time at AMPD went beyond learning theory or skills, it gave me meaningful industry connections and experiences. The highly collaborative nature of working with other like-minded film production students was one of my highlights. The professors that I had the opportunity to learn from helped me realize that the path of becoming a director […]
AMPD gave me the foundation to pursue a life as a Visual Artist. It provided not just the technical skills and access to industry tools, equipment, and studios, but the creative community, the mentorship, and the space to truly understand what I love and what I stand for as an artist. Having access to all […]
What stands out for me from York was the attention and support we received as students. Our program created a safe space to experiment and develop our voices as filmmakers. That freedom to take risks and refine our perspective was formative, and it’s wonderful to see alumni from the program now spreading their wings in […]
What stands out about my time at York is the relationships. We made many close friends that we continue to work with to this day. It’s important to work with collaborators you trust and who believe in your work, and those relationships can take years to develop. It becomes harder to form those bonds as […]
My time at AMPD as both a master’s and doctoral student was a crucial part of my development as a composer and musician. As a student, I developed several compositions and concepts that synthesized my musical influences, and the music of Immersed is a direct continuation of that journey. My professors supported me in pushing […]
Most training is foundational for an artist and York was no exception. At York I began to develop both my creative practice as well as my voice as an artist. I'm grateful for the four years of exploration. I also think theatre school is a great training ground for long hours, and a rigid schedule. That […]
My time at York and the opportunity to experience a plethora of different theatre classes helped to cultivate respect and understanding about all the hard work that occurs behind the scenes. At AMPD, I had classes about costuming, lighting, and carpentry, and each class taught me new skills and gave me a new appreciation for […]
The media industries are constantly evolving, so you have to reinvent yourself to stay relevant. I credit the depth of my York education for giving me the perspective to understand new challenges and the agility to tackle them. Michael Emberley (BFA Film Production, ’00)Award-winning television editor