Banff Mountain Festivals

Learning Opportunities

Learning Opportunities

Getting Published

Join representatives from Rocky Mountain Books and National Geographic Books for an information session on how to get your book published.

Workshop: Friday, November 6, 8 – 9 a.m.
Max Bell Building, Room 252
Free

National Geographic Television Story Pitch Workshop

Learn how to pitch your idea to National Geographic Television from an insider's perspective.

Workshop: Saturday, November 7, 8 – 9 a.m.
Laszlo Funtek Building, Room 122
Free

Special Audio Presentation

Experience the ‘before and after’ demonstration of a production optimized with 5.1 surround sound. 2008 Audio Post Production Scholarship recipient Paul Diffley’s film Slate Monkeys will be showcased by audio engineering faculty Orest Sushko.

Workshop: Saturday, November 7, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Building, Telus Studio
Free

Exploration and Adventure Workshop: Writing and Photography

Discover the elements of a quality adventure story and learn how to pitch your idea to National
Geographic Magazines and National Geographic Books.

Workshop: Sunday, November 8, 8 – 9 a.m.
Laszlo Funtek Building, Room 122
Free

Exploration and Adventure Grants Workshop

Learn about the Expeditions Council, the projects it funds around the world and how to apply for a grant. Get the inside scoop on National Geographic’s new Young Explorers Grants for applicants between the ages of 18-25.

Workshop: Sunday, November 8, 10 – 11 a.m.
Laszlo Funtek Building, Room 122
Free

Special Audio Presentation

Experience the ‘before and after’ demonstration of a production optimized with 5.1 surround sound. 2008 Aeudio Post Production Scholarship recipient Paul Diffley’s film Slate Monkeys will be showcased by audio engineering faculty Orest Sushko.

Workshop: Sunday, November 8, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Building, Telus Studio
Free

National Geographic Workshop © Don Lee