🎬 Learn to shoot, light and create like a filmmaker Filmmaking Foundation A practical, beginner-friendly course covering camera skills, visual storytelling, lighting, sound and editing through hands-on short film exercises. Book Now View Details 10 weeks Beginner friendly In-person classes Practical shoot exercises 25% OFF NEXT SLOT 30 Jun 2026 Filmmaking - Foundation (FFF-1-0626-2-74) Time 18:15 - 20:45 Duration 10 weeks Venue City Academy, Farringdon Tutor Katiana Weems-Ado Course Fee £562.50 Book This Slot See more dates below in the timetable. Filmmaking Foundation BOOK NOW DETAILS BOOKING & TIMETABLE VENUES TUTORS Our Filmmaking Foundation course is a practical introduction to the core skills, techniques and creative decisions behind making films. Designed for beginners and early-stage filmmakers, this course helps you understand the filmmaking process from idea development and visual storytelling to camera, lighting, sound and editing. What you will learn 📄 Developing ideas for screen ★ Visual storytelling and shot planning 📷 Camera settings, framing and composition 💡 Lighting techniques for different scenes 🎤 Recording sound and working with audio 👨🎓 Working as part of a small film crew 🎥 Shooting practical exercises or short scenes 🖥️ Editing principles and the post-production process Classes Starting Soon Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 30 Jun 2026 - 01 Sep 2026 Tue 18:15-20:45 10 weeks Katiana Weems-Ado City Academy, Farringdon £562.50 25% OFF Book Now 08 Sep 2026 - 10 Nov 2026 Tue 18:15-20:45 10 weeks Matt Taylor City Academy, Farringdon £750.00 Book Now 30 Jun 30 Jun 2026 - 01 Sep 2026 £562.50 Day:Tue Time:18:15-20:45 Duration:10 weeks Tutor: Katiana Weems-Ado Venue: City Academy, Farringdon Offer:25% OFF BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 08 Sep 08 Sep 2026 - 10 Nov 2026 £750.00 Day:Tue Time:18:15-20:45 Duration:10 weeks Tutor: Matt Taylor Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE View All Classes × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close This Filmmaking Foundation course is a practical, step-by-step introduction to the art and craft of making short films. Each week blends theory with hands-on exercises, gradually building your skills and confidence until you are ready to create and screen your own short film with your fellow crew members. Week 1 – Camera and Lenses An introduction to professional cinema cameras, including the Blackmagic 6K and 4K cinecams. Explore different lens types, focal lengths, aperture, and depth of field. Learn how camera settings influence the look and feel of your shots, and get comfortable handling equipment safely and efficiently. Week 2 – Lighting and Sound Learn to shape mood and atmosphere through lighting design. Experiment with three-point lighting setups, natural light, and creative lighting effects. Explore professional sound recording techniques, including microphone placement, boom operation, and reducing background noise for clear, crisp audio. Week 3 – Filming a Scene: Angles and Crossing the Line Understand the 180-degree rule, shot composition, and camera positioning. Practise capturing coverage with a variety of shot types to give flexibility in the edit. Learn how to visually tell a story while maintaining continuity and audience immersion. Week 4 – Working with Actors and Crew Discover how to communicate effectively with actors to bring out authentic performances. Explore ‘cheating the room’ to make locations work on screen, and learn the key responsibilities of each crew role so you can collaborate effectively on set. Week 5 – Storyboards, Shot Lists, Planning and Budgeting Develop pre-production skills, from visualising your film through storyboards to creating shot lists that maximise efficiency on shoot days. Gain an introduction to basic budgeting and resource management to help you plan realistic productions. Week 6 – Moving Camera Kit and Techniques Experiment with movement using sliders, handheld rigs, and gimbals. Learn how camera movement can add drama, energy, or intimacy to a scene and when to keep the camera still for maximum impact. Week 7 – Script Writing and Structure Learn the fundamentals of writing for the screen, from idea generation to script formatting. Explore story arcs, character development, and pacing to ensure your scenes work visually as well as on the page. Week 8 – Pre-Production of Your Script Bring all your planning together in preparation for your shoot. Assign roles, finalise locations, prepare props and costumes, and lock down your schedule. Learn how thorough pre-production saves time and reduces stress on set. Week 9 – Filming Your Script Put your skills into action as you work as a fully functioning crew to shoot your short film. Rotate roles so you gain experience in different departments, from directing and camera operation to sound and continuity. Week 10 – Screening, Editing Overview, and Next Steps Celebrate your work with a group screening. Gain an overview of post-production, including editing workflows, basic cuts, transitions, and sound syncing. Receive feedback on your film and advice on submitting to festivals or starting your next project. Want to learn more? Many of our Filmmaking Foundation graduates go on to explore specialist courses to refine their skills further. Whether you want to create compelling short films, craft powerful documentaries, or master the art of editing for film, these courses will help you take your storytelling to the next level. Short Film Course Documentary Filmmaking Film Editing with Adobe Premiere 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 Katiana Weems-AdoMatt Taylor Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 30 Jun 2026 - 01 Sep 2026 Tue 18:15-20:45 10 weeks Katiana Weems-Ado City Academy, Farringdon £562.50 25% OFF Book Now 08 Sep 2026 - 10 Nov 2026 Tue 18:15-20:45 10 weeks Matt Taylor City Academy, Farringdon £750.00 Book Now 30 Jun 30 Jun 2026 - 01 Sep 2026 £562.50 Day:Tue Time:18:15-20:45 Duration:10 weeks Tutor: Katiana Weems-Ado Venue: City Academy, Farringdon Offer:25% OFF BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 08 Sep 08 Sep 2026 - 10 Nov 2026 £750.00 Day:Tue Time:18:15-20:45 Duration:10 weeks Tutor: Matt Taylor 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 Foundation – Demo' fill in the form below and we will contact you if a space becomes available. 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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 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. Katiana Weems-Ado View Profile Matt Taylor View Profile 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
