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Create your Short Film (in a Weekend)

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Start date:

February 2025

Places:

Places are awarded on a "first paid first serve" basis due to demand.

Cost / delivery:

£325 / on-campus

2 day immersive course (8 and 9 February)

Unlock Your Cinematic Potential!

Are you passionate about storytelling? Do you have a cinematic vision waiting to be realised? Join us for Create Your Short Film (in a Weekend)—an immersive, hands-on course designed for aspiring filmmakers and creative enthusiasts eager to transform their ideas into compelling visual narratives.

Did you know?

The film industry is one of the fastest-growing sectors in creative arts, offering numerous opportunities for those with a passion for storytelling and filmmaking. Now is the perfect time to dive in and make your mark!

Intended audience

Participants come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences.

This course is ideal for aspiring filmmakers, creative individuals, and anyone with a passion for storytelling who wants to learn the fundamentals of filmmaking in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will:

  • Complete a fully edited short film.
  • Gain practical experience in scriptwriting, filming, and editing.
  • Develop confidence in their filmmaking skills and techniques.
  • Establish connections with like-minded creatives and industry professionals.

*This timetable is provisional – dates and times may be subject to change.

On Saturday, attendees will focus on scriptwriting, storyboarding, casting, and pre-production planning. Sunday will be dedicated to filming, directing, and hands-on editing, culminating in the creation of a complete short film. Emphasising collaborative learning and real-world application, this course ensures participants can immediately showcase their filmmaking skills.

By the end of the weekend, attendees will have a finished short film and the experience to pursue future projects confidently.