Professional Training Programs

Unlock your creative career

Banff Centre's Professional Training Programs (PTP) are tuition-based training programs where participants apply, undergo adjudication, and are accepted as full participants within their related arts program.

These career-focused programs are tailored for individuals entering technical and production-based creative fields, offering emerging practitioners a dynamic blend of structured skills development and hands-on experimentation. PTP's provide a rich combination of experiential learning and applied practical experience, fully integrating participants into Banff Centre’s vibrant artistic ecosystem and uniting performance and technical artforms together.

Under the guidance of expert faculty and Banff Centre staff, PTP participants receive close, often one-on-one mentorship, supervision, and tailored instruction. Learning objectives are seamlessly tied into the artistic residency programs, fostering exciting opportunities for collaboration, connection and networking within these applied-learning experiences.

Professional Training Programs span three to six weeks and are deeply embedded in Banff Centre’s programming and events. Upon completion, participants are equipped with increased confidence, valuable experience, and enhanced competency in their core skill areas, preparing them to enter the creative industries with a competitive edge.

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The Audio Recording Engineer programs are continuing education opportunities designed for emerging recording engineers with mature artistic insight, advanced practical skills, and some professional experience or training. 

Guided by guest faculty and staff, the Props Builder professional training programs will help participants develop the core skills required to become professional props builders. These programs offer hands-on experience in the creation, management, and maintenance of props in support of Banff Centre programming.

The Wardrobe Technician professional training programs are designed to provide a comprehensive understanding to emerging professionals of the processes and skills required to support the wardrobe department in a professional theatre setting.

Projection program participants will gain immersive, hands-on experience in the creation, management, and execution of projection designs and support the design and build of theatrical productions at Banff Centre from initial concept through to closing night.