Film Classes in NYC, New York

Learning digital video production is vital for independent filmmakers and for anyone interested in harnessing the power of media. Camera Fundamentals is accessible and easy-to-learn, teaching you basic concepts and technical skills applicable to any camera.  In this classic DCTV Workshop, use an HD video camera to learn about focus, exposure,...

Digital Cinematography presents the big picture of lighting and camera work in the context of a project or set. Experiment with composition to decide which framing and depth of field works best for the style, scene, and genre you wish to shoot. Learn additional advanced manual image control techniques on the Sony FS700, and practice key shooting...

One must look behind in order to look ahead. In this new workshop, deepen your understanding of the documentary craft by gaining a greater context of its evolution. By watching and discussing pivotal work, learn about various pioneers that pushed and shaped the documentary genre into what it is today. See its influence on contemporary filmmakers and...

Important: This course is for New Students only. For Returning Students, please proceed to this course. Only New Students can avail of these promotional prices. Clients cannot purchase a 2nd 3-Part class for $99. We will not be able to warrant promotional price purchases for returning students. This is an on-camera class that stresses acting for...

A multi-week course 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...

Get that 35mm film look with these ever-popular still cameras that shoot HD video, complete with stellar image quality, adjustable frame rates and customizable manual settings. Compare the full frame Canon 5D with the crop frame 7D, practice dual system audio, and take your creativity to new heights with Canon EF/EF-S mount lenses. Get ready to use...

High impact techniques, taught in this course, will completely change your approach to digital cinematography and elevate your image quality to the next level. With this course, we have created the most comprehensive color training for digital cinematographers available today. The high impact techniques taught in this course, will completely change...

Learn the art and craft of storyboarding critical to expressing narrative ideas for organizing shots, frames, and images for commercials, film, TV, and theater. Being able to express concepts through thumbnail sketches for styling, character development, and costume design as well as animation and digital projects is a professional enhancement and...

There's nothing quite like good black-and-white film for smooth continuous tone and unmistakable vibe. Whether you're a recent acquaintance or long-time lover of analog, you'll probably want to learn the fascinating physical process of developing your own black-and-white film.  Through careful selection and manipulation of chemistry, you can...

This workshop is ideal for actors, writers or corporate people who want to get creative. Material covered will include how to develop a point of view, learning the visual language of cinema and the technical tools and craft it takes to direct a film. We will look at film clips and analyze material in addition to covering 180 degree rule and elements...

In this special 2-hour industry workshop, participants will have the opportunity to meet and take direction from special industry guests.  You’ll either bring in copy or we’ll distribute scene or commercial copy and put you in front of NYC’s busiest offices.  There will be a Q&A session with industry at the end...

Learn how to promote yourself and get work as an actor. The basics are covered: headshots, resumes, casting notices, mailing lists, networking, acting reels, acting websites. In the final class you will meet an agent or manager. Class 1: Your Headshot & Resume Learn how to put together a headshot and resume that will help you get work. Class...

Cutting a film trailer is an art form of its own. Whether your goal is to secure funding, entice crowdfunders, or market your film to a new audience, you want to shine the right light onto your project. In Trailer Editing, watch samples of effective film teasers and trailers, learn about tried and true structures, and discuss the best way to approach...

Learn to become a professional film editor using the latest technology to create and produce film. It provides students with the opportunity to explore various features of Final Cut Pro software to produce and edit film. Students will learn the fundamentals of video editing, building timelines, cleaning up audio, using transitions in video and audio,...

Translating a novel to film is a language in itself – a dialect in discovery. Join Learn French Brooklyn in an exploration of five 19th Century Novels brought to life in full cinematic glory. Each week includes informed, expert instruction and discourse centering on pivotal aspects of each novel and the corresponding film. The successes, the discrepancies,...