“Filmmakers Academy strongly believes in the hands-on model of education. The best way to learn is by doing and immersing yourself in the activity from all aspects.”
Mission
To teach Christian youth how to effectively communicate for the glory of God through the medium of film.
Filmmakers Academy 2012
NEW! The 2012 Filmmakers Academy will be held as a week-long intensive. Participants will gain hands-on experience and training as they work together to produce their own film short in class. Each student will have the chance to specialize in a particular department as they learn the much needed skill of striving for excellence while working as a team. The teachers will personally coach them through the process of organizing and excelling at their job while giving them inside tips from the professionals. Filmmakers Academy is dedicated to using the powerful medium of film to bring glory to God through excellence and enthusiasm.
Through the unique hands-on learning techniques of this course, students will learn and experience:
- Genres and Creative Storytelling
- Auditions and Acting
- Lighting Techniques and Cinematography
- Production Papers – How to Organize Your Film Shoot.
- The Cutting Edge – Editing Your Movie
- Production Design – Locations, Costumes, Props and more!
Parental Involvement
Filmmakers Academy strongly encourages parental participation at all levels. Parents are always responsible for the behavior of their children, in school or out, and the Academy is no exception.
Schedule
Filmmakers Academy will be held Monday through Friday, June 11th – 15th, followed by a graduation/premiere on Saturday, June 16th.
Thorn Crown Christian Film Festival will be held in August.
Location
High Pointe Baptist Church, Austin
12030 Dessau Road
Austin, Texas 78754
Pricing
- $160 per student - ($120 for alumni)
- $350 per family (3 or more students) - ($300 for alumni families)
- Parents may (and are encouraged to) attend for free
Scholarships
Partial scholarships are available. Please use the contact form to inquire about our scholarship program.
Registration
Online registration for our Summer 2012 session is available.
For more information, visit our about page.