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Our Approach to Journalism Education

sage ware emerged from a straightforward observation: traditional journalism programs weren't keeping pace with how stories are actually told and consumed today. While curricula focused on legacy formats, newsrooms increasingly needed journalists who could shoot, edit, and distribute video content independently.

We built our courses around the workflows professionals actually use. Every assignment mirrors real deadlines and editorial standards. Our instructors maintain active careers in journalism and documentary production, bringing current industry challenges directly into every session.

Since 2018, we've trained over 1,200 graduates who now work at newsrooms, production companies, and media organizations across Canada and beyond. Our focus remains narrow: practical video journalism skills taught by people who use them daily.

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What Sets Us Apart

Principles that guide our curriculum and teaching methods

Industry-Active Instructors

Every instructor maintains an active career in journalism or documentary production. They teach what they practice, bringing current industry standards and real-world challenges into each session.

Portfolio-Centered Learning

You won't complete theoretical exercises. Every assignment produces work you can show potential employers. Our graduates leave with substantial portfolios demonstrating their capabilities.

Small Cohort Model

We cap cohorts at 12 students to ensure meaningful instructor feedback and peer collaboration. This isn't mass education—it's focused professional development.

Current Technology

Our equipment and software match what professionals use today. When you transition to a newsroom or production company, the tools will already be familiar.

Industry Connections

Partnerships with 24 media organizations provide networking opportunities, guest speaker sessions, and pathways to employment for standout graduates.

Flexible Scheduling

We offer evening and weekend tracks alongside standard sessions, making professional development accessible to working journalists and career changers.

Our Instructors

Working professionals who bring real-world experience to every session

Portrait of David Nakamura, Lead Instructor

David Nakamura

Lead Instructor, Documentary

Emmy-nominated documentary filmmaker with work featured on CBC Docs and TVO. 15 years of field experience across four continents.

Portrait of Rachel Morrison, Video Journalism Instructor

Rachel Morrison

Video Journalism Instructor

Former video journalist at The Globe and Mail. Specializes in breaking news coverage and rapid-turnaround multimedia production.

Portrait of Michael Okonkwo, Mobile Journalism Instructor

Michael Okonkwo

Mobile Journalism Instructor

Pioneer in smartphone journalism with published work in major outlets. Consults for newsrooms on mobile-first video strategies.

Portrait of Sarah Chen, Digital Strategy Instructor

Sarah Chen

Digital Strategy Instructor

Former head of digital content at a national broadcaster. Expert in audience development and platform-specific content optimization.

Our Facilities

Located in downtown Toronto, our training centre provides the equipment and environment professionals work in daily. Students have access to broadcast-quality cameras, professional lighting kits, audio equipment, and editing suites running industry-standard software.

Beyond technical resources, our space is designed for collaboration. Breakout rooms support small-group work, while our screening room hosts regular portfolio reviews and guest presentations from working journalists.

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Interested in Joining Our Next Cohort?

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