Three-Month - Program:
Short Film Creation
- Duration: Total 24 classes in 3 months, meeting twice a week for 3-hour classes.
- Student Capacity: 8-12 students perclass
- Cost: $4,000 per student - Financing payment plans available.
- Outcome: Each student will produce a 5-10 minute short film that they will own and also have the opportunity to be hired onto industry professional jobs.
Content Focus:
- Script Writing
- Production Crew basics and professional on-set ethics.
- Directing & Producing
- Cinematography and Lighting
- Editing & Post-Production & Marketing
3-Month Film and Television Production Program
1. Introduction to Film and Television Production
- Overview of the industry
- History of film and television
2. Camera Techniques and Operation
- Types of cameras and their uses
- Basic cinematography principles
3. Lighting for Film and Television
- Types of lighting equipment
- Basic lighting setups and techniques
4. Sound Design and Audio Production
- Understanding sound equipment
- Basics of sound recording and editing
5. Scriptwriting Essentials
- Structure of a screenplay
- Writing dialogue and character development
6. Editing Basics
- Introduction to editing software
- Basic editing techniques and workflows
7. Production Management
- Understanding the roles in production
- Scheduling and budgeting basics
8. Final Project
- Create a short film or TV segment
- Showcase and critique session
Eight-Month - Program:
Web, Television and DocumentaryCreations
- Duration: 64 classes in 8 months, meeting twice a week for 3-hour classes.
- Student Capacity: 8-12 students perclass
- Cost: $8,000 per student - Financing payment plans available.
- Outcome: Each student will create a 30-45 minute TV pilot that they own, with
distribution opportunities through Avail Films. Graduates will also have the opportunity to be hired onto industry professional jobs.
Content Focus:
- Script Writing
- Directing & Producing
- Cinematography
- Editing, Color-Grading, Sound/Music, Post-Production & Marketing
8-Month Film and Television Production Program
1. Film and Television History
- Key movements and genres
- Influential filmmakers and their impact
2. Advanced Camera Techniques
- Shot composition and framing
- Use of different lenses
3. Lighting for Mood and Atmosphere
- Advanced lighting techniques
- Color theory in lighting
4. Sound Design in Depth
- Foley and sound effects
- Mixing and mastering audio
5. Script Development
- Developing original stories
- Workshopping scripts with peers
6. Editing Techniques
- Advanced editing software training
- Visual storytelling through editing
7. Production Design and Art Direction
- Set design principles
- Costume and prop design
8. Directing Actors and Performance
- Techniques for working with actors
- Understanding performance styles
9. Marketing and Distribution
- Basics of film and TV marketing
- Distribution channels and strategies
10. Final Project
- Complete a short film or TV pilot
- Final screening and feedback session
One Year - Program:
Feature Film Creation
- Duration: 12 months, meeting twice aweek for 4-hour classes.
- Student Capacity: 8-12 students per class
- Cost: $13,000 per student.
- Outcome: Students will produce a full length feature film that they will own, with distribution opportunities from Avail Films. Plus the opportunity to be hired onto industry professional jobs in feature films.
Content Focus:
- Advanced Feature Film Script Writing
- Feature Film Directing & Producing
- Advanced Cinematography and Lighting for Film
- Advanced Editing, All Pos t- Production Workflow & Marketing/Distribution
12-Month Film and Television Production Program
(Feature-Length Film or Documentary Focus)
1. Comprehensive Film and Television History
- In-depth study of cinematic movements and genres
- Analysis of landmark feature films and documentaries
2. Cinematography Mastery
- Advanced camera techniques and movements
- Working with various formats (digital, film) for feature-length projects
3. Lighting Techniques for Feature Films and
Documentaries
- Genre-specific lighting strategies
- Creating mood and atmosphere through light design
4. Advanced Sound Design and Music Scoring
- In-depth sound editing, mixing, and post-production
- Collaboration with composers and musicians for feature-length scores
5. Scriptwriting and Storytelling for Features
- Crafting narratives for feature-length films and documentaries
- Developing original stories with clear arcs and character development
6. Comprehensive Editing and Post-Production
- Advanced editing techniques for feature-length formats
- Visual effects, color grading, and finalizing projects
7. Directing for Feature-Length Projects
- Techniques for directing actors and managing performances
- Leadership skills for overseeing large production teams
8. Production Design and Location Management
- Detailed set construction and design principles for features
- Scouting, managing, and securing locations for filming
9. Legal and Ethical Issues in Film and Documentary Production
- Understanding copyright, contracts, and rights management
- Ethical considerations unique to documentary filmmaking
10. Global Film and Documentary Trends
- Exploring international markets and audience preferences
- Cross-cultural storytelling and representation in features
11. Networking and Industry Connections
- Building relationships within the industry
- Strategies for attending film festivals and markets effectively
12. Capstone Project: Feature-Length Film or Feature-Length Documentary
- Development and production of a complete feature-length film or documentary
- Presenting the project to industry professionals for critique and feedback