Photo: Audrey-Eve Beauchamp
BACKGROUND · APPROACH · PROJECTS
Powerful images.
An inspiring story.
Guillaume Langlois is a Montreal-based director, cinematographer and editor. For more than fifteen years, he has created images for television, documentaries, advertising, branded content and social media, guided by curiosity, human sensitivity and a constant pursuit of authenticity.
From concept to delivery, he can oversee the entire process: concept development, scriptwriting, directing, cinematography, production, editing and motion graphics. He works both as the lead creative on turnkey productions and as a specialized collaborator within production teams.
In preparation and on set, Guillaume favours a smooth, thoughtful and structured collaborative process. He translates creative intent into practical solutions while leaving room for each team member’s ideas and strengths.
15
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
MTL
BASED IN MONTREAL
360°
CONCEPT TO DELIVERY
01 — APPROACH
Curiosity, human sensitivity and technical precision guide Guillaume’s work. Every project begins with attentive listening, then takes shape through light, movement and rhythm.
Guillaume collaborates with production companies, businesses, cultural institutions and independent artists to create cohesive, vibrant and meaningful films.
06 — PROJECTS
02 — THE EARLY DAYS
Before the camera, there was already the stage.
JEUNESSE
Sonia Benezra
From a very young age, Guillaume is fascinated by the television show Sonia Benezra, sparking a deep and lasting interest in television. At just four years old, he gets the chance to fulfill his biggest dream: meeting his idol, Sonia. A defining memory that stays with him throughout his journey.
A MOVE INTO ACTING
Theatre
Through theatre, Guillaume discovered acting, stage presence, and rhythm. It was a formative experience that would eventually lead him toward production and work behind the camera. Along the way, he remained actively involved in every theatre company that shaped his journey, from high school through university.
FIRST BROADCASTS
Television
His first television projects took the form of trailers created for the Montreal International Documentary Festival (RIDM), as part of a collaboration that continued over several years.
EARLY PROJECTS
Web
Guillaume began his web work as a filmmaker and videographer with the agencies Sid Lee and Jimmy Lee, contributing to major campaigns such as The Montreal Buzz and #mtlmoments for Tourisme Montréal.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
L'INIS
Specialized microprogram in cinematography.
HIGHER EDUCATION
UQÀM
Bachelor’s degree in Communication (Television Production)
EDUCATION
COLLÈGE LIONEL-GROULX
Arts and Letters, Communication and Film.
04 — EDUCATION
VISION.
MOVEMENT.
EMOTION.
05 — PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY
2011–2026
2011-2013
Sid Lee
Early work as a professional videographer, creating content for Tourisme Montréal.
VIDÉASTE · POSTPRODUCTION
2013–2017
Jimmy Lee
Campaigns for Tourisme Montréal, #mtlmoments, and National Bank.
RÉALISATION · DIRECTION PHOTO
2015–2018
Les RIDM
A series of original trailers created to capture the essence of documentary filmmaking.
RÉALISATION · POSTPRODUCTION
2016–2023
Tourisme Montréal
More than a decade documenting the city, its events and its energy. The video Les Géants has surpassed 36 million views.
RÉALISATION · VIDÉO
2018–2020
En direct de l'univers
Directing and filming VTR segments, surprise performances and edits created for live television broadcast.
DIRECTING · CAMERA · POST
2021
La Commande culturelle
A web series directed remotely with Pamplemousse. Two Gémeaux nominations, including a win for France Beaudoin’s hosting performance.
DIRECTING · POST-PRODUCTION
2022
Québecor Media
News reports for 24 heures, segments for Silo 57 and productions created for the group’s various brands.
DIRECTING · CAMERA · POST
2023 - 2025
Le Safari de Joanie
On-location filming across Quebec for Trio Orange’s wildlife series broadcast on Télé-Québec.
CAMERA
2025 - 2026
Recent work
Parade Studio. Groupe Fair-play. Ville de Montréal. Cain Lamarre. Brightbox. Le Cabaret L’Enfer. Mitsou Magazine. Fierté Montréal.
DIRECTING · DOP · POST
Fifteen years across agencies, television, documentary, culture, and branded content.
07 — COLLABORATIONS
SID LEE
TOURISME MONTRÉAL
QUÉBECOR MEDIA
GROUPE
FAIR-PLAY
CAIN LAMARRE
Ville de Montréal. Brightbox. Parade Studio. Passez Go. Agence Substance. Trio Orange. Sphère Média. Le Cabaret L'Enfer. Zone 3. Quartier des spectacles. Mitsou Magazine. Usine C. Les RIDM. Ward & associés. Pamplemousse. Fierté Montréal. Attraction. Cult Nation. LG2. Fondation Lucie et André Chagnon. Condé Nast / Vogue India. Trans Canada Trail. Jimmy Lee.
08 — ABOUT
Over the years, Guillaume has collaborated with well-established organizations, as well as numerous agencies and production companies. His career has led him to work on a wide range of projects, from documentaries and advertising campaigns to corporate content, large-scale events, and artistic productions.
Passionate about the evolution of creative tools, he continuously explores new approaches to directing, cinematography, editing, motion design, and generative AI, expanding his practice and developing creative solutions tailored to each project.
Guillaume offers a turnkey approach, from initial concept to final delivery. Whether working with a large organization, a production company, or an independent creator, he brings the same level of commitment to every project, creating strong, cohesive, and meaningful imagery.
SHOOTING JOURNAL · MONTRÉAL AND BEYOND
Behind
the scenes.
Between takes: a few glimpses of life on set. A closer look at Guillaume Langlois behind the scenes.
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