Filmmaking Certificate
London Film Academy
Key Information
Campus location
London, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 weeks
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
GBP 2,100 *
Application deadline
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* early bird options available at £1,900
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Introduction
Get a practical, inspirational and gratifying introduction to filmmaking and make with your own film in just four weeks!
Ideal for people new to filmmaking, this intensive short course offers students a broad and invaluable grounding in the basic filmmaking principles. Over four weeks you will learn a range of industry-relevant skills from working film and TV professionals and get the opportunity to take a project from concept to script to screen.
Working in small groups, you will produce a number of non-sync visual narrative short films, shooting exclusively on professional Super 16mm camera equipment (Arriflex) or Arri Alexa Digital. Collaborating with fellow students, actors and tutors build confidence while concurrently offering networking opportunities and access to industry training on productions within LFA.
Our knowledgeable tutors are here to help, advise, support and encourage you throughout your time a London Film Academy, equipping students with the skills required to gain successful entry-level jobs in the film and TV industry.
Filmmaking Certificate students are introduced to essential filmmaking disciplines including:
- Directing
- Producing
- Casting and Auditioning
- Screenwriting
- Cinematography
- Editing (Adobe Premiere)
- Practical exercises will demonstrate.
- Key lighting techniques
- Directing professional actors
- Handling Arriflex Super 16mm film equipment or Arri Alexa digital equipment
- Understanding the production organisation
Your finished films are showcased in the LFA cinema and you will receive a certificate of completion and a YouTube showreel link after you have graduated.