Home›Film School›Filmmaking›Short Film Course Short Film Course BOOK NOW DETAILS BOOKING & TIMETABLE VENUES TUTORS Our Short Film Course is a practical, project-led filmmaking course designed to help you experience the full process of making a short film. Working with an experienced industry filmmaker, you will collaborate with your classmates to devise, shoot and edit an original short film, gaining hands-on experience across each stage of production. WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE More than a filmmaking course, this is your opportunity to take a story from idea to screen, gaining the practical skills, creative confidence and collaborative experience to make your own short film. Develop your own short film idea from concept to production Build confidence across the key stages of filmmaking Learn how to plan, structure and prepare a short film shoot Gain hands-on experience working as part of a film crew Understand how camera, sound, lighting and performance shape a scene Strengthen your visual storytelling and directing skills Experience the creative process of filming scenes on set Learn how to make practical decisions under real production conditions Finish with valuable experience you can use for future film projects Script and Story Explore how character, conflict, structure and visual storytelling work together to shape an engaging short film. Pre-Production Planning Learn how to prepare for a shoot through planning, scheduling, shot lists and practical production decisions. Visual Storytelling Understand how framing, composition, camera angles and shot choices help communicate story and emotion. Camera and Lighting Build practical confidence working with camera and lighting setups to create strong, purposeful scenes. Sound for Film Explore the importance of clear sound and how audio choices support atmosphere, performance and storytelling. Working with Actors Learn how to communicate with actors, guide performance and capture believable moments on camera. Production Experience Work collaboratively as part of a film crew, gaining hands-on experience across key production roles. Filming on Set Put your planning into practice by filming scenes and making creative decisions during the shoot. Creative Collaboration Experience the collaborative nature of filmmaking, working with others to bring a shared screen project to life. Classes Starting Soon Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 05 Sep 2026 - 04 Oct 2026 Sat 10:00-13:00 5 weeks (filming days on 3rd and 4th October, 10am-4:30pm) Matt Taylor City Academy, Farringdon £695.00 Book Now 04 Nov 2026 - 29 Nov 2026 Wed 18:30-21:30 5 weeks (filming days on 28th and 29th November, 10am-4:30pm) Filmmaking Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £695.00 Book Now 05 Sep 05 Sep 2026 - 04 Oct 2026 £695.00 Day:Sat Time:10:00-13:00 Duration:5 weeks (filming days on 3rd and 4th October, 10am-4:30pm) Tutor: Matt Taylor Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 04 Nov 04 Nov 2026 - 29 Nov 2026 £695.00 Day:Wed Time:18:30-21:30 Duration:5 weeks (filming days on 28th and 29th November, 10am-4:30pm) 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 1 Do I need previous filmmaking experience? No. This course is suitable for complete beginners as well as those with a little experience who want to build confidence and skills. 2 Is all equipment provided? Yes. You'll be working with professional BlackMagic Cameras, lighting, sound equipment, and editing facilities. If you have your own kit you'd prefer to use you're welcome to do that. 3 Will I get to direct actors? Yes, Professional actors are provided so you can focus on directing and bringing your story to life. 4 Do I get to keep my film? Yes. You’ll take home your completed short film at the end of the course to use in your portfolio or share online. 5 How big are the classes? We keep class sizes small to ensure everyone gets the chance to take on key crew roles and receive personalised guidance. Want to learn more? Many of our Filmmaking Foundation graduates go on to explore specialist courses to refine their skills further. 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FIND OUT MORE Browse Courses You can filter Courses by month and tutor Month All Months Tutor All Tutors Matt TaylorFilmmaking Tutors Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 05 Sep 2026 - 04 Oct 2026 Sat 10:00-13:00 5 weeks (filming days on 3rd and 4th October, 10am-4:30pm) Matt Taylor City Academy, Farringdon £695.00 Book Now 04 Nov 2026 - 29 Nov 2026 Wed 18:30-21:30 5 weeks (filming days on 28th and 29th November, 10am-4:30pm) Filmmaking Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £695.00 Book Now 05 Sep 05 Sep 2026 - 04 Oct 2026 £695.00 Day:Sat Time:10:00-13:00 Duration:5 weeks (filming days on 3rd and 4th October, 10am-4:30pm) Tutor: Matt Taylor Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 04 Nov 04 Nov 2026 - 29 Nov 2026 £695.00 Day:Wed Time:18:30-21:30 Duration:5 weeks (filming days on 28th and 29th November, 10am-4:30pm) 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 'Short Film Course' 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) Photography Summer School Take your pictures to the next level with our five-day Photography Summer School. Gaining a further understanding of the technical and aesthetic aspects of photography. FIND OUT MORE Filmmaking Summer School 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 Photography Summer School Take your pictures to the next level with our five-day Photography Summer School. Gaining a further understanding of the technical and aesthetic aspects of photography. FIND OUT MORE Filmmaking Summer School 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. 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