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Discover a variety of exciting film classes in NYC, ranging from screenwriting to cinematography. Immerse yourself in the art of filmmaking and unlock your creative potential with immersive and hands-on classes.

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Make a Change: Social Impact Producing through Film

Made in NY Media Center by IFP @ 30 John St, Brooklyn, NY

Impact Producing is an emerging field in the film industry that uses issue-driven films as catalysts to create social, political, or cultural change through advocacy and engagement. Just as films have producers to manage the creative and financial process from script to screen, they also increasingly need Impact Producers to take the film campaign from production to impact. The course is taught by Cecilia R. Mejia, a producer and Social Impact Producer,...

(33) Beginner 18 and older
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$150

3 sessions

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Microbudget Filmmaking: Development & Production

Made in NY Media Center by IFP @ 30 John St, Brooklyn, NY

Microbudget Filmmaking: The Route to Development and Production In this class, you will learn proven, cost-effective filmmaking and business techniques for producing a $50,000 (or less!) film project. We’ll go step-by-step through the filmmaking process to discover tips and tricks for developing, planning, and producing a microbudget film. During this workshop, filmmaker Paul Harrill will take you through each stop on the road to making your...

(33) All levels 18 and older
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$125

2 sessions

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Custom Drone Movie-Making Camp

CinemaKidz @ 85 N 3rd St, Brooklyn, NY

CinemaKidz takes to the air in this unique Maker Vacation Camp!  Children will design and build their own quadcopter, mount a GoPro camera to their invention and bring their cinematic visions to new heights…!  Every child will leave with a USB Bracelet with their video footage and memories of a lifetime. Space is very limited in this special hands-on camp.  Our ratio of teachers to students will be very low for the day to...

(3) All levels 9 - 15 years old
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$110
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Beyond the Chick Flick: Female-Driven Script

Made in NY Media Center by IFP @ 30 John St, Brooklyn, NY

Turn on your TV. Check out the multiplexes. There’s a new protagonist in town… and she’s a woman. Time to write your female-driven screenplay or TV series! In this Master Class, you’ll learn:  Replace “soft” scenes with active moments. Create bold character choices without falling into tired stereotypes. Turn “girly” chatter into real-woman dialogue. Write a female-driven script that sells, without selling out. You’ll...

(33) Beginner 18 and older
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Quick Start for Sony Cameras

AbelCine Training @ 88 35th St, Brooklyn, NY

This workshop will get you ready to use Sony cameras on your next project. You will learn the fundamentals of prepping and operating Sony cameras, including what to look out for during a rental prep such as back focus, firmware, and lens mount options.  You will also learn common methods for trouble shooting in the field. You will be taken through menu operation, project set up, user buttons and practical shooting scenarios and configurations....

(48) Beginner 18 and older
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2nd AC on Set

AbelCine Training @ 88 35th St, Brooklyn, NY

Approaching the role from a professional production point of view, this hands-on course defines the role of the 2nd AC, equipping participants with on-set tips and tricks of the trade. Participants will have the opportunity to build a complete camera system using all the gear found on set today. They will learn to interchange components quickly and with precision. Through practical exercises including lens handling, equipment terms, data wrangling,...

(48) All levels 18 and older
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$84.15
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Quick Start RED Cameras

AbelCine Training @ 88 35th St, Brooklyn, NY

This workshop will get you ready to use RED cameras on your next project. You will learn the fundamentals of prepping and operating RED cameras, including what to look out for during a rental prep such as back focus, firmware, and lens mount options. You will also learn common methods for trouble shooting in the field. You will be taken through menu operation, project set up, user buttons and practical shooting scenarios and configurations. Who...

(48) Beginner 18 and older
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$89.10
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Summer Camp: Short Film Production (Grades 6-12)

One River School @ 319 Franklin Turnpike , Allendale, NJ

Young filmmakers can develop/test their skills in this course by learning how to stage, shoot and edit their own movies. Students will use digital cameras and iMovie to create their own original short film to tell a story. Instructors will guide students through all the challenges young filmmakers face – from storyboarding, filming, and post production. Note: Students are required to bring their own DSLR digital camera to camp.

(13) All levels 11 - 18 years old
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$410

5 sessions

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Introduction to Filmmaking

The Barrow Group Acting School @ 312 W 36th St, New York, NY

A 12 week filmmaking workshop for any actor who has ever had an idea, an iPhone, and wants to learn how to create their own film. In this crash course, actors will create their own content by learning how to write, act, direct, and produce their own work. Students will learn the basics of screenwriting, setting up shots, sound, lighting, directing, and editing while using a hands on approach to DIY filmmaking. Students will leave...

(66) Beginner 18 and older
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$895

12 sessions

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Film Production Budgets Workshop

The Black TV & Film Collective @ 1080 Fulton St, New York, NY

In this workshop, we’ll cover the critical components of a production budget, above the line versus below the line costs, soft budgeting versus hard budgeting. We will also analyze the production budget for a short film, web series and a feature film. Then – with guidance, you will begin building your budget. Don’t freak out. It will be fine. You will be more prepared to understand how much money you need to create a solid project. Make an...

All levels 18 and older
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$149
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Cinematography Workshop

The Black TV & Film Collective @ 1080 Fulton St, New York, NY

In this fun and focused workshop, cinematographers gain critical skills in camera operation and lighting setups. Broken down into exploration of working with the camera and an examination of lighting setups including film, commercial and glamour, we’ll get our hands dirty and rigging both the camera and lights. Part One: Practical Lenses and Camera Using manual lenses to understand the language of light Basic f-stops, native ISO and shutter...

Beginner 18 and older
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$149
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Making Your Projects Happen

Livestream Public @ 195 Morgan Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Making Your Projects Happen: Essential Film/TV Producing & Financing An acclaimed & intense 5-hour workshop geared toward producers, directors, writers, actors, key crew, and other working and successful creative professionals who want to produce films, TV or new media productions.   This is an insider's presentation to doing what one needs to do to produce a film, play, web series, fictional or reality TV series....

All levels 18 and older
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Scratch 101: Finishing

Manhattan Edit Workshop

Are you an independent feature film-maker who needs a comprehensive, end-to-end post-production DI workflow with uncompromising quality? Or are you a colorist who needs a conform and color-grading tool ideal for the unique requirements of episodic broadcast? SCRATCH is so flexible and comprehensive it is the ideal tool for both specific needs. Our two-day hands-on workshop, SCRATCH: Finishing introduces students to this powerful finishing...

(96) Beginner 16 and older
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4-Week Online TV/Film Acting Intensive for Beginner

Acting & Voice Studios @ Online Class, New York, NY

4-Week ONLINE Acting Intensive is for actors 16 years old and up. This acting class will be taught by James A. O'Connor. This class will be held online via Zoom. This will be a live, interactive class with a Q&A and the opportunity to perform for and get feedback from James.  This intensive is for all actors, at all levels, interested in learning the art of acting for the camera and/or continuing to deepen and develop their craft. James...

(24) Beginner 16 and older
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$229

4 sessions

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Darkroom Basics: Developing Film

BKC @ Gowanus Darkroom 119 8th St , Brooklyn, NY

There's nothing quite like good black-and-white film for smooth continuous tone and unmistakable vibe.  In this class you'll learn to properly load a film reel and development tank, taking care to do so in a completely dark environment   We'll show you have to negotiate the multi-step film development process, including when to make changes to produce different results, and what to watch out for to avoid problems.  And we'll...

(325) All levels 13 and older
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Filmmaking Master

CinemaKidz

This two-week class is for the passionate movie maker. Focusing on advanced pre-production, production, and post-production techniques used by industry professionals. This masterclass takes a deeper look at creative expression through film. Using professional equipment, students learn the fundamentals of storytelling, cinematography, and editing as they direct and star in their very own short films. We help campers take their ideas from storyboard......

(3) All levels 8 - 15 years old
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Winter 2017 Filmmaking Intensive (5 weeks)

International Film Institute of New York

The IFI program focuses on the most important aspect of making movies...Storytelling. This is the backbone of our program. The five week Filmmaking program revolves around the ability to properly translate the written page onto the screen.  This is not to say that we do not cover the technical.  Learning how to use camera, lights, and sound will all be part of the process.  We believe that without a solid story foundation, you...

(5) All levels 16 and older
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$3,850

33 sessions

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2-Week TV/Film Intensive with Derek Hersey

Acting & Voice Studios @ Online Class, New York, NY

Don't miss this 2-Week TV/Film Intensive with TOP Casting Director, Derek Hersey of Kromer Casting!  This will be a live, interactive class with a Q&A and the opportunity to perform for and get feedback from Derek. You will also be able to send us your headshot, resume, acting reel and anything else you would want Derek to see. This class will be held online via Zoom.

(24) All levels 16 and older
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In-Depth: ARRI ALEXA

AbelCine Training

This in-depth, hands-on workshop teaches you the skills needed to operate ARRI ALEXA cameras, including SXT & Mini models. Designed for working professionals, as well as those looking to enter the field, this course gives you detailed instruction on camera set up, operation and workflows. By the end of the course, you will have gained comprehensive knowledge of the ALEXA and the confidence to operate the camera in a variety of production scenarios....

(48) Intermediate 18 and older
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In-Depth: ARRI AMIRA

AbelCine Training @ 609 Greenwich St, New York, NY

This in-depth, hands-on workshop teaches participants the skills needed to operate the ARRI AMIRA camera. Designed for working professionals, as well as those who are looking to enter the field, the course gives detailed instructions on camera set up, operation and workflows. By the end of the two-days, attendees will have gained comprehensive knowledge of the AMIRA and the confidence to operate the camera in a variety of production scenarios. In...

(48) Beginner 18 and older
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$525

2 sessions

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