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
Photo: Audrey-Eve Beauchamp
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.
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.
PREMIÈRES DIFFUSIONS
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.
03 — EXPERTISE
01
Directing &
concept development
Concept development, scriptwriting, preparation,
talent direction, and artistic supervision.
02
Direction photo
& tournage
Conception visuelle, lumière, caméra et
captation en studio ou sur le terrain.
04 — EDUCATION
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.
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
Plus d’une décennie à documenter la ville, ses événements et son énergie. La vidéo Les Géants cumule plus de 36 millions de vues.
RÉALISATION · VIDÉO
2018–2020
En direct de
l'univers
Réalisation et tournage de VTR, performances surprises et montages destinés à la diffusion télé en direct.
RÉALISATION · CAMÉRA · POST
2021
La Commande
culturelle
Série web réalisée à distance avec Pamplemousse. Deux nominations aux Gémeaux, dont une victoire pour l’animation de France Beaudoin.
DIRECTING · POST-PRODUCTION
2022
Québecor Media
Reportages pour le 24 heures, capsules pour Silo 57 et productions destinées aux différentes entités du groupe.
DIRECTING · CAMERA · POST
2023 - 2025
Le Safari de Joanie
Captation sur le terrain partout au Québec pour la série animalière de Trio Orange diffusée à Télé-Québec.
CAMÉRA
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.
06 — PROJECTS
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.
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.