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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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Special Effects

CinemaKidz

Zombies, Unicorns, teleportation...oh my! Learn how to create amazing visual effects to use in film. Campers get creative this week as they try their hand at various special effects techniques: building prosthetics and masks, combining claymation and live action video, experimenting with the potential of green screens, practicing various camera tricks, utilizing stock videos, and much more! Campers will learn how to make movies from start to finish...

(3) All levels 8 - 15 years old
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DIT On-Set Dailies Workshop with Von Thomas

AbelCine Training

Join digital imaging technician Von Thomas for his On-Set Dailies workshop to learn the process, tools and art of creating dailies in the field. This full day workshop will give you a thorough understanding of the on-set dailies process and how you might use it on your next job. With the evolution of current digital cinema cameras has come the ability to create dailies on set. Using the latest hardware and software, on-set dailies have become a...

(48) All levels 18 and older
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Producing 101: The Role of the Producer

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

Creative producers are managing almost every aspect of a film's production. Even before the director starts shooting, a producer is involved in creating a realistic film plan and a budget. Once a film plan is made, the producer will keep overseeing the project from hiring crew and cast to the release of the film and beyond. In this class, participants are introduced to all facets of the film producer's role along with the specific job functions...

(33) Beginner 18 and older
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$150
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Virtual Camp: Special Effects Make-up

CinemaKidz

Your child will receive the CK Effects kit with all they need to make movie magic! Kids will learn how to utilize a wide variety of both professional as well as everyday household items to create fantastic make-up effects just like their favorite movie characters. Zombify yourself, build a giant Shrek brow or big chin, learn to turn yourself into a 100 year old dwarf, turn yourself into Pennywise, become an X-Men or superhero character, and more!...

(3) All levels 7 - 15 years old
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DIY Stop Motion Animation (Online)

DCTV @ 87 Lafayette St, New York, NY

Bring your creative vision to life using stop motion animation! This workshop will cover pre-production, production, and post-production with a focus on low budget, DIY handmade animation methods. Execute several short in-class projects practicing a variety of animating techniques and styles. Take the material you shot and add audio elements to make your creations pop. Ta-da! In this workshop, you will create original work, requiring that you work...

(237) Intermediate 18 and older
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$350

2 sessions

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Sony a7S Workshop

AbelCine Training @ 609 Greenwich St, New York, NY

As a result of the popularity of the Sony Alpha a7s, we have created a one-day a7s Production Workshop. Whether you own an a7s or are considering purchasing one in the near future, this workshop will be focused on both the tech and craft sides of using this unique camera system. In the morning session, our trainers will take you through both the tech & post sides of the camera. Sensor science, lens mounts, recording options, ports and post...

(48) All levels 18 and older
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$199
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Evening Filmmaking Intensive

International Film Institute of New York

After you shoot several exercises focused on different filmmaking techniques, you're ready to write, direct, produce, shoot, and edit your own short video. You choose the format: narrative, documentary, or experimental. The course is designed to give the beginner filmmaker a better understanding of the process and craft of developing a project focusing on storytelling and content. The intensive will focus on four core elements: Writing for the...

(5) Advanced 16 and older
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ARRI AMIRA Intensive

AbelCine Training

This full day workshop is for owners of the ARRI AMIRA or those who are planning to purchase in the future, who want to learn all of the functions of the camera as well as learning how to shoot. The ARRI AMIRA combines the image quality of the popular ALEXA camera with a form factor of a light weight ENG system. This camera is designed for run and gun work, with features that make operation both easy and efficient. AbelCine has put together a course...

(48) Beginner 18 and older
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DJI Ronin Intensive

AbelCine Training @ 609 Greenwich St, New York, NY

This day-long, intensive workshop is designed to get camera operators up to speed on the DJI Roninand Ronin-M family of brushless gimbal systems. The workshop includes discussion of the technical aspects of the system and demonstrates various shooting techniques when using the Ronin. Single operator techniques and dual operator mode will be covered. This is a very hands-on course, and students will learn to physically balance and tune...

(48) All levels 18 and older
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$300
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Weekend Introduction to Filmmaking Seminar

International Film Institute of New York

Along with informative seminars you will explore the technical side of the process by getting hands on experience with Cameras, Lighting and Sound. Wonder what goes into making a film? Considering Film School? Is filmmaking for you? The Weekend Seminar is designed as a comprehensive overview of the process of making a film from script through Screening.  SCREENWRITING - STORY DEVELOPMENT The seminar will provide an overview of writing for...

(5) All levels 16 and older
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$425

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Sony FS7 Workshop

AbelCine Training @ 609 Greenwich St, New York, NY

The Sony FS7 Workshop is designed to be a hands-on class covering the various functions of this powerful camera. You will gain a detailed understanding of the many features of the FS7, including the menu system, camera operation, lens options, post-production workflow, and available accessories. Emphasis is on developing an understanding of the camera sensor, recording format, lens choice, and menu systems. In the first part of the course, trainers...

(48) Beginner 18 and older
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$199
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Digital Cinematography II

DCTV

This workshop picks up where Digital Cinematography I leaves off delving deeper into advanced lighting and camera techniques with a focus on the aesthetics of cinematography. Through hands-on exercises and techniques with the Sony FS700, examine the possibilities and limitations of shooting digital video, finding visual style, achieving a filmic look, and composition. This workshop also introduces advanced camera movement techniques through the use...

(237) Intermediate 18 and older
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Sony F5 and F55 Intensive

AbelCine Training

You'll learn the many functions of the F5 and F55, including detailed instruction on camera operation, lens choice, production techniques, and aftermarket accessories. The Sony PMW-F5 and PMW-F55 both offer a Super 35mm, CMOS image sensor, wide dynamic range, high sensitivity, and an extensive variety of internal recording options. We put together a course on how to use these powerful tools in a variety of ways, including Raw recording, Log Recording,...

(48) All levels 18 and older
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Canon C100 & C100 Mark II Workshop

AbelCine Training @ 609 Greenwich St, New York, NY

Canon’s C100 and C100 Mark II Cinema EOS cameras continue the tradition of the Canon aesthetic that was popularized with the 5D.  Built upon the technology and design of the C300, this newest member of the Cinema EOS family has been designed from the ground up for professional video use, and AbelCine has designed this workshop to really show what these cameras can do.  This all-day workshop covers the many functions of the C100 and C100...

(48) Beginner 18 and older
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$199
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VariCam Intensive

AbelCine Training @ 609 Greenwich St, New York, NY

This full day workshop is for owners of the VariCam, or those who are planning to purchase in the future, who want to learn all of the functions of the camera as well as learning how to shoot. The VariCam 35 & HS cameras combine the famous look of the original VariCam with the modern formats and functions of a digital cinema camera. The VariCam 35 is designed for cinematic use, offering a 4K sensor with 14+ stop of dynamic range. The VariCam...

(48) Beginner 18 and older
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$199
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Look Up Tables (LUT) 101: Theory

AbelCine Training @ 88 35th St, Brooklyn, NY

Many of the latest camera systems offer either Log or Raw recording modes that give us the most possible information out of the camera. These features are great at keeping the original camera ‘negative’ as clean as possible, but at the same time they can leave your image on set looking very flat and boring. This is where the use of Look Up Tables (LUT) comes in, which are offsets that allow you to manipulate your image and create a look without...

(48) Beginner 18 and older
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$89.10
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Resolve for DPs

AbelCine Training @ 88 35th St, Brooklyn, NY

While DaVinci Resolve is a widely accepted tool for color correction or finishing, it has also proven to be an invaluable application for on or near set use. With powerful LUT building and application to it’s flexible transcoding options, Resolve is an ever important tool for any cinematographer. This class will focus on working with log or raw footage within Resolve, with an emphasis on processing your footage for dailies and general deliverables....

(48) Beginner 18 and older
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$159.20
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Camera Matching & Painting

AbelCine Training @ 609 Greenwich St, New York, NY

This class is for those who want to learn the methods and tools used to match cameras. When working on a multi-camera production it is vital to have all of your cameras calibrated and matched to each other. Camera matching is important step when working in a live production environment where live cutting occurs. But it can be just as important in non-live production scenarios where unmatched cameras can lead to more post color correction time. This...

(48) Beginner 18 and older
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Lighting for Drama with Peter Stein

AbelCine Training

Lighting for Drama covers the principles of good lighting that remain constant in every format with all technologies. Peter Stein, School will teach you how to create a “look”, shape light, and create drama that will enhance your story.

(48) All levels 18 and older
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Thec47: Quick Lighting Set Ups

AbelCine Training

When you show to a location and have little to no time, how do you light for good looking interviews or small narrative scenes? What equipment should you bring, and what choices can you make? This three hour evening session will cover a number of ways to light for various documentary, corporate and narrative projects, including quick tips for getting good results with one camera set ups. The workshop is intended for producers, DPs, camera operators...

(48) All levels 18 and older
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