Home›Film School›Filmmaking›Filmmaking for Beginners Filmmaking for Beginners BOOK NOW DETAILS BOOKING & TIMETABLE VENUES TUTORS Our Filmmaking for Beginners course is a practical introduction to the world of film, designed for adults who want to make their first short film or build confidence behind the camera. Working with a professional filmmaker, you will explore the creative and technical foundations of filmmaking, from developing ideas and planning shots to working with camera, lighting and sound. What you will learn 📷 Camera operation using Blackmagic cinema cameras 💡 ISO, aperture, shutter speed and white balance 👁️ Lens choice and how it shapes your shots 💡 Lighting techniques to create mood and focus 🎤 Sound recording for clear, engaging audio 🎥 Cinematography principles, including angles and screen direction 👤 Shooting short scenes as part of a small crew Classes Starting Soon Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 17 Aug 2026 - 21 Sep 2026 Mon 18:30-21:00 5 weeks (no class 31 Aug) Filmmaking Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £350.00 Book Now 03 Oct 2026 - 04 Oct 2026 Sat 10:00-16:00 2 days (Saturday and Sunday) Filmmaking Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £350.00 Book Now 22 Oct 2026 - 19 Nov 2026 Thu 18:30-21:00 5 weeks Filmmaking Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £350.00 Book Now 21 Nov 2026 - 19 Dec 2026 Sat 10:30-13:00 5 weeks Filmmaking Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £350.00 Book Now 02 Dec 2026 - 13 Jan 2027 Wed 18:30-21:00 5 weeks (no class 23 Dec & 30 Dec) Filmmaking Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £350.00 Book Now 17 Aug 17 Aug 2026 - 21 Sep 2026 £350.00 Day:Mon Time:18:30-21:00 Duration:5 weeks (no class 31 Aug) Tutor: Filmmaking Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 03 Oct 03 Oct 2026 - 04 Oct 2026 £350.00 Day:Sat Time:10:00-16:00 Duration:2 days (Saturday and Sunday) Tutor: Filmmaking Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 22 Oct 22 Oct 2026 - 19 Nov 2026 £350.00 Day:Thu Time:18:30-21:00 Duration:5 weeks Tutor: Filmmaking Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 21 Nov 21 Nov 2026 - 19 Dec 2026 £350.00 Day:Sat Time:10:30-13:00 Duration:5 weeks Tutor: Filmmaking Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 02 Dec 02 Dec 2026 - 13 Jan 2027 £350.00 Day:Wed Time:18:30-21:00 Duration:5 weeks (no class 23 Dec & 30 Dec) Tutor: Filmmaking Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE View All Classes × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close Useful information Do I need any previous filmmaking experience? Not at all. This course is designed for complete beginners, but those with a little experience are also welcome. Do I need to bring my own camera? We provide Blackmagic 4k and 6k cameras. If you prefer to bring your own, please be familiar with its menu navigation so you can follow along. What will I make during the course? You’ll work as part of a small crew to plan, shoot and edit footage throughout the course. Is the course more creative or technical? It’s a blend of both, you’ll learn the technical foundations while exploring storytelling and creative decision-making. What happens after the course? Many students choose to keep building their skills with focused, practical training. Explore the pathway that suits your goals: Documentary Filmmaking – learn how to research, plan and capture real stories with impact. Short Film Course – take a project from idea to screen with guided script, shoot and edit. Cinematography Courses – refine camera, lensing and lighting techniques for a cinematic look. Want to learn more? After you have completed your course - we recommend continuing your journey on one of the following courses: Documentary Filmmaking Filmmaking Foundation Short Film Course See all Filmmaking courses FILMMAKING SUMMER SCHOOLS Use state of the art filmmaking and post-production equipment to write, direct and edit a short film in the Adult Filmmaking Summer School FIND OUT MORE Browse Courses You can filter Courses by month and tutor Month All Months Tutor All Tutors Filmmaking Tutors Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 17 Aug 2026 - 21 Sep 2026 Mon 18:30-21:00 5 weeks (no class 31 Aug) Filmmaking Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £350.00 Book Now 03 Oct 2026 - 04 Oct 2026 Sat 10:00-16:00 2 days (Saturday and Sunday) Filmmaking Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £350.00 Book Now 22 Oct 2026 - 19 Nov 2026 Thu 18:30-21:00 5 weeks Filmmaking Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £350.00 Book Now 21 Nov 2026 - 19 Dec 2026 Sat 10:30-13:00 5 weeks Filmmaking Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £350.00 Book Now 02 Dec 2026 - 13 Jan 2027 Wed 18:30-21:00 5 weeks (no class 23 Dec & 30 Dec) Filmmaking Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £350.00 Book Now 17 Aug 17 Aug 2026 - 21 Sep 2026 £350.00 Day:Mon Time:18:30-21:00 Duration:5 weeks (no class 31 Aug) Tutor: Filmmaking Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 03 Oct 03 Oct 2026 - 04 Oct 2026 £350.00 Day:Sat Time:10:00-16:00 Duration:2 days (Saturday and Sunday) Tutor: Filmmaking Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 22 Oct 22 Oct 2026 - 19 Nov 2026 £350.00 Day:Thu Time:18:30-21:00 Duration:5 weeks Tutor: Filmmaking Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 21 Nov 21 Nov 2026 - 19 Dec 2026 £350.00 Day:Sat Time:10:30-13:00 Duration:5 weeks Tutor: Filmmaking Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 02 Dec 02 Dec 2026 - 13 Jan 2027 £350.00 Day:Wed Time:18:30-21:00 Duration:5 weeks (no class 23 Dec & 30 Dec) Tutor: Filmmaking Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close ADD ME TO THE WAITING LIST If you'd like to be added to the waiting list for 'Filmmaking for Beginners' fill in the form below and we will contact you if a space becomes available. First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone Number * PAYMENT OPTIONS You are welcome to join the course up to the second class. ONLINE & PHONE PAYMENTS Online – To book your selected class/course online, just click Book Now next to your chosen class/course. Phone – We would be happy to take your booking over the phone, just call us on 020 7042 8833 . CASH & CHEQUE PAYMENTS Cash - You are welcome to pay cash, just come and see us at our office: City Academy, 10 Herbal Hill, London EC1R 5EG. If you book 2 or more different classes/courses at a time we can offer you a 10% discount. If you wish to take advantage of this offer please enter 2ORMORE in the promotional code box when booking online or quote code when booking over the phone. Please note that this offer cannot be applied when you are booking two or more of the same class/course. INDUSTRY TUTORS City Academy tutors are experienced artists and performers that work in the industry. If your tutor's availability changes at short notice, our team will arrange for a suitable replacement and notify you in advance. CANCELLATIONS POLICY We offer a full refund or full credit of your original course if you cancel at least 72 hours before the start of your booking. We cannot offer any refund if you cancel less than 72 hours before the start of your booking, or if you do not attend. (For more information please see our terms and conditions) Want to learn more? After you have completed your course - we recommend continuing your journey on one of the following courses: Documentary Filmmaking Filmmaking Foundation Short Film Course See all Filmmaking courses FILMMAKING SUMMER SCHOOLS Use state of the art filmmaking and post-production equipment to write, direct and edit a short film in the Adult Filmmaking Summer School FIND OUT MORE City Academy, Farringdon Closest Station: Farringdon Closest Bus Stop: Hatton Garden View Details Get Directions Want to learn more? After you have completed your course - we recommend continuing your journey on one of the following courses: Documentary Filmmaking Filmmaking Foundation Short Film Course See all Filmmaking courses FILMMAKING SUMMER SCHOOLS Use state of the art filmmaking and post-production equipment to write, direct and edit a short film in the Adult Filmmaking Summer School FIND OUT MORE All City Academy tutors are experienced professionals from theatre, film/TV and performance industries. So whilst they're training you they may also be rehearsing for a West End show or working on a movie. We like that and we do believe it makes a difference in class. Filmmaking Tutors View Profile Want to learn more? After you have completed your course - we recommend continuing your journey on one of the following courses: Documentary Filmmaking Filmmaking Foundation Short Film Course See all Filmmaking courses FILMMAKING SUMMER SCHOOLS Use state of the art filmmaking and post-production equipment to write, direct and edit a short film in the Adult Filmmaking Summer School FIND OUT MORE
