Northbound is the videographer event to attend in Canada
Trusted by creators from around the world
Brands who back the Northbound Community
Join 100+ filmmakers, studio owners, and creators who’ve made Northbound their annual reset.
Where connections become collaborations, and ideas turn into growth.
May 20-21 2026 | Toronto, ON 🇨🇦
From Struggling to Thriving:
Discover How Northbound Can Transform Your Videography Career
Does this sound like you?
It’s late, the edits keep piling up, and the excitement that got you started now feels like pressure to keep up. You love what you do, but you’re craving connection, clarity, and confidence in where you’re headed.
Hi, I’m Shyah. I’ve been there. I know what it’s like to juggle clients, edits, and self-doubt — and wonder if it’s all going somewhere. That’s why I started Northbound.
Now heading into its fifth year, Northbound has brought together hundreds of filmmakers from across the world — from emerging creators to studio owners — all looking to grow, connect, and build sustainable careers.
At Northbound, you’ll find:
Clarity in your Craft
Real business strategies and creative insights from top filmmakers and educators who’ve built thriving careers.
Renewed creative energy
As one attendee shared, “It really lit my soul on fire and sparked a flame inside me to push on.”
A Community that gets it
“I truly feel so grateful that you’ve built this!” another said. People don’t just come to Northbound once - they return year after year.
Here’s what attendees say about Northbound
“The sooner you get into a community
like this…the sooner you’ll advance.”
“If you’re a videographer, I recommend Northbound.”
“It’s such a good space to build community
and find the support you need.”
5 years. 100+ filmmakers. Many who’ve returned year after year.
See What Northbound Feels Like
Experience the energy, connection, and creativity that hundreds of filmmakers call their favourite event of the year.
This isn’t just another conference – it’s a space built for creators who want to grow together.
Watch the 2025 recap and feel the momentum bringing Northbound into its 5th year.
The Investment
Registration for Northbound 2026 is officially open.
Right now, you can secure your seat for $847 during Early Bird pricing
– valid only until February.
Choose what works for you:
Pay in Full or a 3-Payment Plan with the same access and experience.
Northbound is kept intentionally small so you can actually connect with speakers and other creators.
Seats move fast every year, and this round will too.
Hear From Industry Leaders Who Believe in Northbound
“This is the best networking event
I’ve been to in a long time”
-Justin Porter
“Shyah is providing an environment where
people who feel lost can feel found.”
-Kofi Yeboah
When leaders at the top of their game choose to stand behind Northbound, you know you’re stepping into something real.
Meet Your Host
I’m Shyah Yan Zarrabi, the videographer behind Shyah K. Films and the founder of the Northbound Videographer Conference.
What started as a small idea to bring filmmakers together in 2022 has grown into a trusted, five-year-strong community for creators who care about more than just the next booking — they care about craft, connection, and longevity.
I’ve filmed hundreds of weddings and commercial projects across Canada, hosted Northbound since year one, and my mission hasn’t changed: to help you build a videography career that lasts — without burning out or losing your joy along the way.
– Shyah Y.Z.
