This Programme offers a comprehensive course that covers a multitude of filmmaking aspects. We’re committed to providing our students with the necessary skills and knowledge to pursue a career in the film industry. You’ll have the opportunity to learn about the latest techniques and technology and put your skills into practice with hands-on projects. Everyone pitches a short story, and the best pitch gets developed under the close supervision of industry professionals. The classes are taught by experienced professionals covering everything from writing and directing to cinematography and the often-neglected business training any aspiring filmmaker should be learning.
Learn essential skills in the summer, and take your filmmaking career to the next level. Meet great people, work with incredible gear, and craft something beautiful.
Week 0
3 online introductory meetings with Academic dean discussing the art of short films
Week 1 to Week 6 are all held in Malta.
Week 1
Orientation day and team building workshop
Pitching workshop
Directing
Basics of storytelling and character development
Formatting industry standard screenplays
Editing workshop
Film Screenings Q&A
Week 2
Developing a short, no-dialogue screenplay from concept to final draft
Cinematography / Lighting
Directing
Special Guest lecture. To be announced at a later date.
Film Screenings Q&A
Week 3
Music and sound in film
Virtual Production
Budgeting
Shot List / Storyboarding
Set Design
Week 4
Shooting short film
Camera operation and composition
Lighting and sound techniques
Directing actors
Working with a crew
Virtual production shoot
Week 5
Colour Grading
Sound Design
VFX
Producing
Week 6
Management Roles
TV/Film industry structure
Career Strategy and interacting with professionals