FILM FESTIVAL
Television doesn’t have to be purely fictional. Popular shows such as Sherlock Holmes and House MD mix entertainment and education to demonstrate how challenges are solved in the professional world. In celebration of National Engineering Month (March), we are asking students to step into the shoes of these visionary writers and directors, and create their own, short film revolving around the engineering design process.
Judges will rate the films on originality, content, structure, entertainment value, cinematography and effective showcasing of the engineering design process. The top-rated films will be featured at the Engineering Film Festival, and the top three teams will receive cash prizes. They are as follows:
1st place: $800
2nd place: $500
3rd place: $200
Crowd favourite, best actor and best cinematography awards will also be presented.
This contest is open to all interested parties, including undergraduate and graduate students, and students outside Ryerson. Teams may have a maximum of five members, and we encourage contestants to work with others outside their facility. If you are seeking team members, it is highly recommended you attend the event orientation.
ABOUT OUR GUESTS
John Girardo
John is our Speaker for the Workshop
John Girardo is a Contract Lecturer in the RTA School of Media as well as the General Manager of RTA Productions - Ryerson's in-house media production company. John teaches Media Writing, Creative Processes, Advertising Copywriting and Advertising in the Electronic Media. He has, produced and/or directed everything from short films and TV commercials to TV shows and documentaries. His work has taken him across Canada and to every continent of the world except for Antartica (He's still hoping for that gig).
Farhan Riaz
Farhan is our MC for the Film Festival
Farhan is a mythical creature, working as a part time spirit animal for hire. He enjoys learning anything and everything, watching movies and engaging in creating creative content. He has a history of making a fool of himself with an utter lack of shame. He likes llamas.
