Lights, Camera, Kingston! A Career Spotlight on Film

Schedule

Wed Jan 14 2026 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

The Screening Room | Kingston, ON

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About this Event

Lights, Camera, Kingston! A Career Spotlight in Film

Are you curious about a career in filmmaking, production, or the creative industries?
Join us for Lights, Camera, Kingston! A Career Spotlight in Film, a free, in-person event highlighting Kingston’s rapidly expanding film ecosystem—from documentary and narrative filmmaking to local production studios, crew roles, and creative career pathways.

Career spotlight on Film


This session is ideal for aspiring filmmakers, students, young creatives, job seekers exploring media careers, and anyone interested in learning more about Kingston’s growing presence in the film sector.


About the Event

This engaging Career Spotlight will feature a moderated panel of filmmakers, producers, and industry professionals (final lineup to be announced). Panelists will share insights on what it takes to build a career in film, how Kingston is evolving into a destination for production, and where emerging talent can find opportunities.

Career spotlight on Film


Participants will gain practical, inspiring guidance on training pathways, networking, and breaking into the industry.


What You’ll Learn
  • Industry insights from working film professionals
  • A behind-the-scenes look at documentary and production careers
  • Practical advice on training, networking, and getting started
  • Live audience Q&A

Please note that this event starts promptly at 10.00am and doors will clse at that time!


Agenda

🕑: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Panel Event

Info: Join us for a moderated discussion with 5 panelists who all work within Sport and Recreation. Panelists will answer a series of questions that share insight into how they got started, what they enjoy the most about their current roles, what lessons they've learnt along the way and advise they'd give others interested in seeking opportunities in the sport and recreation space. This is a diverse panel, with voices from facility management, events coordination, coaching, sports medicine and management.
          


🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Question Period

Info: At the end of the panel, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions directly to the panelists. This is your chance to dive deeper, get practical advice, and hear personal insights tailored to your interests and career goals.


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Where is it happening?

The Screening Room, 120 Princess Street, Kingston, Canada

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