Stop
Filming.
Start
Filmmaking.
Dec 29th - Sep 17th | 6pm - 9pm | Tue + Thu
Write, direct, film and edit a short film in 12 weeks. Learn filmmaking through hands-on classes using real techniques and real equipment sent to your door.
Your Personal Filmmaking Studio,
Shipped Direct.
Own Your Toolkit from Day One
We don’t loan you equipment for a semester. Every camera, mic, lighting panel, and tablet we ship is yours to keep so you can get to work immediately.
Zero Equipment Rental Fees
Avoid hidden lab costs or rental shop runs. Your tuition covers a complete, hand-selected hardware kit delivered straight to your door.
Launch Your Business Before You Graduate
The exact gear you use to complete your assignments becomes the foundation of your professional freelance setup or studio.
Grab the Free Filmmaking Starter Pack:
- 15 minute Quickstart Guide (PDF)
- Advanced Filmmaking Guide (PDF)
- Program Syllabus
- School Catalog
What you’ll master
Zero Theory Dumps.
All hands-on.
Learn how to write a compelling story. Develop your camera and directing skills through practical exercises and assignments. No boring lectures, only filmmaking.
Screenwriting & Pre-Production
Master cinematic storytelling from scratch. Craft festival-ready screenplays, pitch bibles, scene breakdowns, budgeting, and casting strategies.
- Write and format a short film script using industry-standard software
- Break down scripts for production budgets, scheduling, and location permits
- Conduct casting calls and craft detailed shot lists and storyboards
Cinematography & Lighting Masterclass
Command professional cinema cameras and studio lighting. Master visual framing, exposure, lens selection, color temperature, and dynamic camera movement.
- Operate cinema camera systems (RED, Blackmagic, Sony FX series)
- Rig 3-point lighting setups, LED panels, and diffusion for cinematic moods
- Execute smooth camera movements with gimbals, dollies, and shoulder rigs
Directing & On-Set Production
Lead cast and crew on real film sets. Direct actors, block complex narrative scenes, record pristine multi-track audio, and manage live production teams.
- Direct actors through emotional beats, subtext, and blocking for camera
- Capture pristine production audio using boom mics and wireless lavs
- Manage film set workflows as Director and Assistant Director (AD)
Post-Production, Color Grading & Capstone Premiere
Transform raw footage into a finished film. Master narrative editing in Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve, cinematic color grading, sound design, and festival distribution.
- Edit story pacing and continuity using Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve
- Color grade LOG footage with cinematic LUTs, scopes, and node workflows
- Mix Foley sound effects and produce a finished capstone film for premiere
Storytelling
Master the fundamentals of storytelling, character development, and screenplay structure.
Cameras & Lighting
Learn the technical and creative aspects of cinematography, including camera operation, lighting, and composition.
Casting & Directing
Develop essential skills in casting, directing actors, and bringing characters to life on screen.
Editing
From basic cuts to advanced techniques. Transform your clips into a full story.
The comment section
Grads Said It Best
Real reviews from real students: Every Google review is 5 stars.
Norb Garrett
"Hands-on education in modern media has never been easier or more fun. Learned podcasting, audio and video editing from experts working in the industry right now. Grads get use of the facilities anytime."
Ethan Mullet
"Media Arts Center was and is amazing!! Experience in script-writing, cinematography, editing and much more. The teachers were wonderful. Mr. John is incredible and full of amazing advice."
Tessa Evans
"Media Arts Center has been great. The hands-on learning and the availability of instructors have been so helpful. Definitely recommend."
Full Program
Everything included: 4 courses, 12 labs, certificate of completion, reference manual & LMS access. $25 application fee per program.
Education with no strings attached. We stand by the quality of every program we offer.
