Sound Stage

The Image Arts Soundstage features almost 3,000 sq.ft. of open, sound-insulated workspace with a Planar virtual studio wall, custom seamless “cyc” walls, green screen, a dedicated silent ventilation system, Joy 50A and Twist-Lock 20A circuits, fixed and movable elevated lighting grids, a Colourtran programmable lighting board, DMX controlled lighting, 9 floor-to-ceiling sound-baffling travelers, an Arri articulated camera dolly, a film air jib, 10 x 15’’ projection screen with a Christie projector, moveable scaffold, and a full complement of props, 10’ x 4’ flats and set pieces. There is a complete supply of lights, stands and ancillaries, and a fully equipped set construction workshop adjacent to the sound stage.

The Soundstage is a bookable facility available to Film students who have completed Cinematography courses and the Sound Stage Safety Orientation Seminar. Students must complete a  (google form) Sound Stage Application (external link)  prior to booking this space for periods greater than 1 day. Scheduled day and evening classes retain priority for Soundstage use.

Additional training is required for use of the Scaffolding, Planar wall, Camera Dolly, Lighting Grids, and Colourtrans. Electrical Safety rules, proper rigging practices, appropriate set construction and general sound stage discipline must be observed at all times. The Skyjack aerial work platform can only be operated by individuals trained and certified at a ministry level.

All other policies and procedures for the Sound Stage can be found here.

Access: All Film and trained Image Arts students.