Film Classes in NYC, New York

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,...

For writers of all levels. Receive private screenwriting lessons and script feedback and notes. Discuss goals for your career, and how to move forward.

Learn to become a professional film editor using the latest technology to create and produce film. This bootcamp 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...

Have You Ever Thought About Making Your Own Movie? Don't miss our new "Make Your Own Movie" Seminar with Award-Winning Actor/Filmmaker and President of Wishing Well Pictures, Kent Moran. Kent has 10+ years of experience as a working Actor & Filmmaker. He has been a part of making more than 7 feature films that have gone on to win more than 25...

Have You Ever Thought About Making Your Own Movie? Don't miss our new "Make Your Own Movie" Seminar with Award-Winning Actor/Filmmaker and President of Wishing Well Pictures, Kent Moran. Kent has 10+ years of experience as a working Actor & Filmmaker. He has been a part of making more than 7 feature films that have gone on to win more than 25...

Have you ever been interested in gaining more insight into the films that you watch? Screen different assigned films (not discussed in previous classes), and we’ll dive deep into the film, exploring topics including film history, genres, editing, and theory using different. Note that students will be assigned films that they can stream through...

View movies that have highly influenced architecture with their cinematography and use of perspectives. Compare architectural projects that have been influenced by cinema techniques and learn how movies generate new concepts of space.

Have a Canon DSLR at home, but not sure how to shoot video with it?  Get that 35mm film look with these ever-popular still cameras that shoot HD or even 4K video, complete with stellar image quality, adjustable frame rates and customizable manual settings. Whether you’ve upgraded to the 5D MIV, or want to learn how to take full advantage of...

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...

3-Week Online TV/Film Intensive with David Vaccari for Experienced Actors! NEW CLASS ALERT!! Three time Artios nominee David Vaccari brings his unique perspective on auditioning for the camera to Acting & Voice Studios for the first time! Don't miss his Exclusive ONLINE 3-Week TV & Film Intensive! This...

3-Week Online TV/Film Intensive with David Vaccari for Experienced Actors! NEW CLASS ALERT!! Three time Artios nominee David Vaccari brings his unique perspective on auditioning for the camera to Acting & Voice Studios for the first time! Don't miss his Exclusive ONLINE 3-Week TV & Film Intensive! This...

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...

Join us for Understanding Scopes, live from the comfort of your home, on the road, or anywhere. In this interactive session, which covers the same topics as our in-person Understanding Scopes class, you will see the instructor and be able to ask questions. This class takes place on the Zoom video conference platform, which is free to join...

Join us for Media Management, live from the comfort of your home, on the road, or anywhere. In this interactive session you will see the instructor and be able to ask questions.  This class takes place on the Zoom video conference platform, which is free to join and easy to use. Instructions will be sent to you before the class begins....

For many filmmakers, the first step on the road to recognition and distribution has been a successful film festival run. But how do we envision the trajectory for our films when things are less certain?  Take this time to learn the foundations of the film festival circuit while getting a glimpse into how some festivals are currently adapting to...