Andrew Barnsley, executive producer of “Schitt’s Creek,” is joining the Toronto Film School as president.
Barnsley has won an Emmy and a Golden Globe for outstanding comedy series for “Schitt’s Creek.” He is also an eight-time Canadian Screen Award nominee and winner for his work on “Schitt’s Creek,” “Jann” and “Spun Out.”
“I’m honored to now lead Toronto Film School, mentor students, support a broad range of creative voices and shape curriculum alongside the school’s world-class staff and faculty,” Barnsley said. “I’m a big believer in post-secondary education, that cultural change begins in the classroom, and that meaningful and relevant instruction builds confidence in students to make their mark on the world.”
Barnsley had previously served as Toronto Film School’s executive producer in residence for the past four years, collaborating closely with faculty, students and alumni.
“Toronto Film School graduates will not only be ‘set-ready,’ but ‘industry-ready,...
Barnsley has won an Emmy and a Golden Globe for outstanding comedy series for “Schitt’s Creek.” He is also an eight-time Canadian Screen Award nominee and winner for his work on “Schitt’s Creek,” “Jann” and “Spun Out.”
“I’m honored to now lead Toronto Film School, mentor students, support a broad range of creative voices and shape curriculum alongside the school’s world-class staff and faculty,” Barnsley said. “I’m a big believer in post-secondary education, that cultural change begins in the classroom, and that meaningful and relevant instruction builds confidence in students to make their mark on the world.”
Barnsley had previously served as Toronto Film School’s executive producer in residence for the past four years, collaborating closely with faculty, students and alumni.
“Toronto Film School graduates will not only be ‘set-ready,’ but ‘industry-ready,...
- 5/18/2021
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety - Film News
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