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Discover a variety of exciting film classes in NYC, ranging from screenwriting to cinematography. Immerse yourself in the art of filmmaking and unlock your creative potential with immersive and hands-on classes.

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Musical Theater Masterclass with Jason Thinger

Actors Connection New York @ 630 9th Ave, New York, NY

Join top Broadway casting director, Jason Thinger, for a special Masterclass at Actors Connection New York. Improve your audition material and receive honest feedback from a professional in the industry. Limited to 14 advanced musical theater actors of all types and ages.

(322) Advanced 18 and older
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Movie Night + Pizza + Discussions: AlphaGo A.I.

Scifn @ 43 West 23rd St, New York, NY

Enough of boring and stuffy panels! Let's have some (intellectual) fun! Come join us as we watch AlphaGo, a documentary on the competition between AI and human in the complex game of Go. The documentary embeds the viewer in the lives of some of the best Korean Go players and the Google DeepMind team that builds the Go AI platform. Who wins, man or machine? All proceeds go to purchase of food and drinks We'll watch the documentary, eat, drink,...

(19) All levels 18 and older
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Legit TV/Film Scene

Actors Technique NY Kids & Teens @ 134 West 29th St, New York, NY

This special 2-Thursday class is a great opportunity to meet and receive feedback by our top industry guest. Bring your own material and allow ATNY to tweak it for you. We’ll get you audition-ready! You may bring your own scenes or ATNY can distribute material. A reader will be provided. Thursday 03/21: Material Tweaking with ATNY coaches. Thursday 03/28: Feedback/critique on your material by Top NYC Agent Phil Cassese from STEWART TALENT...

(7) All levels 17 and older
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$115

2 sessions

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Cultivating Characters

DCTV @ 87 Lafayette St, New York, NY

Through capturing their day-to-day actions, including retelling anecdotes, sharing responses to the world around them, and other spontaneous moments, your documentary’s characters reveal themselves to your film’s audience.  How best can you engage with them and develop your filmmaking process to further illustrate the story you’re hoping to tell? Via writing prompts and critical social discourse, gain tools to unfurl the magic in your...

(237) All levels 18 and older
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Impact Producing

DCTV @ 87 Lafayette St, New York, NY

You’re making a film on an issue you care deeply about. How do you connect your film with the right audience and use the momentum of your story to help inspire change and action? This workshop will introduce this increasingly popular role in documentary filmmaking, and cover several examples of ways impact producing has benefitted both a film and the community it reaches. This is a Producing clinic that will offer invaluable knowledge from a...

(237) All levels 18 and older
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Lighting Workshop

International Film Institute of New York @ 104 W 14th St, New York, NY

This Workshop is designed for the beginner filmmaker or small business looking to enhance the quality of videos used online or for marketing purposes. Along with basic hands-on instruction, students will be demonstrated some of the tools that are used to create visual styles that support the subject of the project. The workshop will cover selecting your shooting space, how to light the subject to enhance the topic, setting up the camera, and adjusting...

(5) Beginner 16 and older
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$175
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Quick Start Sony Cameras

AbelCine Training @ 609 Greenwich St, New York, NY

This workshop will get you ready to use Sony cameras on your next project. You will learn the fundamentals of prepping and operating Sony cameras, including what to look out for during a rental prep such as back focus, firmware, and lens mount options. You will also learn common methods for trouble shooting in the field. You will be taken through menu operation, project set up, user buttons and practical shooting scenarios and configurations. Topics:...

(48) Beginner 18 and older
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HDR Color Grading for DaVinci Resolve

AbelCine Training @ 88 35th St, Brooklyn, NY

In the last two years, we have seen an exponential growth in HDR productions. As a result, there is a big demand for colorists skilled in grading and delivering in HDR. This intensive two-day masterclass will prepare you for the job of grading and delivering HDR shows for Netflix, Amazon or any other HDR channel using DaVinci Resolve. The training program is split into two parts. Theory covers all aspects of HDR technology, Color Science, Workflow...

(48) Intermediate 18 and older
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$1,200

2 sessions

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Pay Per Class Directors ACCESS Participant Workshop

Directors Access Workshop @ 555 8th Ave, New York, NY

Directors ACCESS Workshop is a fun and safe place to explore your craft of directing the actor while expanding your director’s tool box and skill set. When a scene is not working, directors often make a misdiagnosis of where the problem emanates. This workshop is a great opportunity to discover how to correct that common mistake by learning all six points of Jeremy’s ACCESS method. During the workshop you’ll learn to diagnose a performance...

(1) All levels 18 and older
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Pay Per Class Directors ACCESS Observer Workshop

Directors Access Workshop @ 555 8th Ave, New York, NY

Directors ACCESS Workshop is a fun and safe place to explore your craft of directing the actor while expanding your director’s tool box and skill set. When a scene is not working, directors often make a misdiagnosis of where the problem emanates. This workshop is a great opportunity to discover how to correct that common mistake by learning all six points of Jeremy’s ACCESS method. During the workshop you’ll learn to diagnose a performance...

(1) All levels 18 and older
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Publish or Perish: Scientists Review Jurassic Park

Caveat @ 21-A Clinton St, New York, NY

Publish or Perish brings peer review to the big screen! Scientists and comedians watch and discuss the science of hit movies, and, with your help, decide if the film deserves to be published and have its findings endorsed across the land, or should perish for its crimes against science! This time around, we'll discuss the science of Jurassic Park. What were dinosaurs really like? How do actual scientists do genetic engineering? And does life, uh,...

(25) All levels 21 and older
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Film Finance and Production Workshop

Global Film Finance Seminars @ 20 W 29th St, New York, NY

Funding and production options for indie film ​& Hollywood alike. ​In this one-day educational series of discussions and networking after-party, our primary focus is on equity investment for film & TV, and what essential elements are required to entice investors, along with production options to get the most production values possible.  From concept to distribution, we provide you with the necessary steps to take it to the next...

(1) All levels 18 and older
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Advanced Looks and Matching with the ICA

AbelCine Training @ 88 35th St, Brooklyn, NY

This is a hands-on operational masterclass for working colorists and freelancers. The goal is to achieve new looks from old techniques. We look at grading styles and looks that are frequently requested and discuss how to achieve them, along with the cultural meanings or concepts they impart to a project.  This course is an ideal follow up to Colorist Strategies or other intermediate classes but is open to any colorist with hands on experience....

(48) Advanced 18 and older
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$1,095

2 sessions

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Sony VENICE Bootcamp

AbelCine Training @ 88 35th St, Brooklyn, NY

Our exclusive Sony VENICE Bootcamp is a practical, hands-on workshop focused on real-world applications of the camera. It is designed for working professionals, as well as those who are looking to enter the field. By the end of the workshop, you will have gained the knowledge, confidence, and experience needed to shoot with the Sony VENICE on a wide range of projects. Topics include menus, specialty uses, accessories, exposure dynamics, Dual ISO...

(48) Intermediate 18 and older
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$1,000

2 sessions

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Filmmakers Week

International Film Institute of New York @ AbelCine 4th Fl, Brooklyn, NY

Embark on a comprehensive exploration of the filmmaking process at the International Film Institute of New York. This one-week seminar offers valuable insights into critical craft elements needed for success in the industry, from script to screen. Led by seasoned professionals, this immersive experience is perfect for aspiring filmmakers eager to learn what goes on behind the camera.

(5) All levels 15 and older
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$975

5 sessions

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In-Depth: Sony FS7 / FS7 II

AbelCine Training @ 88 35th St, Brooklyn, NY

This in-depth, hands-on workshop teaches you the skills needed to operate the Sony FS7 & FS7 II cameras. Designed for working professionals, as well as those who are looking to enter the field, the course gives detailed instruction on camera set up, operation and workflows. By the end of the course, you will have gained a comprehensive knowledge of the FS7 & FS7 II and the confidence to operate the camera in a variety of production scenarios....

(48) Intermediate 18 and older
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$375

2 sessions

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Bulletproof Filmmaking: Film Grammar

CLASS & CO @ 260 Ainslie St, Brooklyn, NY

In this course we’ll dive into recognizing and understanding the various techniques of filmmaking: its grammar, the psychology behind camera moves and framings, how to pre-visualise for editing as well as an overview of the many established filmmaking “rules” and when it’s good to break them. We will also discuss ways to organize yourself for a film in pre-production and go over the roles of members of the film crew; what each is responsible...

(6) All levels 17 and older
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$199

4 sessions

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Final Cut Pro: Learn Video Editing

Noble Desktop @ 185 Madison Ave, New York, NY

Final Cut Pro is one of the most popular apps used by many amateur video editors. Developed by Apple, Final Cut Pro can be used to create high-quality videos for a number of purposes, including online content, short films, music videos, and even long video projects. In this training, you’ll start a project from the beginning. You’ll learn how to import and organize footage, put those elements into a timeline, color correct video, add titles,...

(372) Intermediate 18 and older
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$695

2 sessions

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Art of Film Financing and Packaging

Made in NY Media Center by IFP @ 30 John St, Brooklyn, NY

Dive into US and international film financing with multiple-award winning producer Atit Shah. How do you keep your financing models current? Where do you begin? How do you stay afloat? This deep dive into US and international film financing aims to demystify the process. In this class, we will talk raising funds, packaging, streaming, and using and recouping investments in content. From what it means to package a film and specifically identify...

(33) Intermediate 18 and older
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$150
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In-Depth: Canon C300 Mark II / C500

AbelCine Training @ 88 35th St, Brooklyn, NY

This in-depth, hands-on workshop teaches participants the skills needed to operate the Canon C300 Mark II / C500 cameras. Designed for working professionals, as well as those who are looking to enter the field, the course gives detailed instruction on camera set up, operation and workflows. By the end of the two-days, attendees will have gained comprehensive knowledge of the C300 / C500 and the confidence to operate the camera in a variety of production...

(48) Beginner 18 and older
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$281.25

2 sessions

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