Acting for Film School

Hands-On Degrees, Programs, and Workshops at NYFA

At NYFA’s Acting for Film School, aspiring actors get intensive training in screen acting and modern on-camera acting techniques. NYFA places emphasis on providing practical experience and hands-on education to our students so they can develop their craft and prepare for the art of acting for film.

As NYFA strives to make education in performance and visual arts accessible to a wide range of students, our Acting for Film School is a diverse community where storytellers from all over the world collaborate and begin to build their creative network.

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Acting for
Film Degrees

NYFA offers undergraduate AFA and BFA degree programs and a graduate MFA degree program for students with a strong passion for acting for film. In every degree program, students study the principles of acting through core classes and time spent in front of the camera.

Students learn to break down, analyze, and rehearse scenes, gaining a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the craft of acting while building a reel that demonstrates their talent. As our Acting for Film degree programs differ in availability at our NYFA campuses, please see each program for more information.

Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Acting for Film

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Acting for Film

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Entertainment Media

Concentration in Acting for Film

Associate of Fine Arts (AFA) in Acting for Film

Acting for Film
Certificate Programs

The 1 and 2-Year Certificate Programs, offered at our NYFA New York, Los Angeles, and South Beach campuses, are ideal for aspiring actors looking to build their skills and confidence in acting for film rapidly.

Students begin acting from the first week of the program, getting the opportunity to practice their techniques and skills in front of the camera. To learn more about similar programs at NYFA Australia, please click here.

2-Year Acting for Film Certificate Program

1-Year Acting for Film Certificate Program

Acting for Film Workshops

In NYFA’s acting for film workshops, aspiring actors can learn fundamentals skills and techniques to build their confidence and acting expertise. NYFA offers both full-time and part-time evening workshops at several campuses and locations. For students who wish to take classes remotely, there are also a selection of online workshops.

Online Acting for Film Workshops

In addition to our in-person workshops, NYFA has a variety of online acting for film workshops. These workshops are an excellent fit for actors and performers who want to gain on-camera experience and enhance their acting and auditioning skills.


Acting for Film
School Faculty

NYFA’s acting for film instructors are all professional, working actors, writers, directors, producers, and veterans of Hollywood and the film industry, as well as independent film and television. Through their experience, NYFA’s faculty help students hone their skills and build upon their talent.

 
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Lynda Goodfriend

Creative Director of Acting for Film

 
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Amy Van Horne

Acting for Film Creative Director

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Acting for Film
School Alumni

NYFA strives to offer an intensive and focused education that provides practical training and experience. The success of our graduates in any chosen professional pathway depends on multiple factors, and the achievements of any NYFA alumni are the result of their hard work, perseverance, talent and circumstances.

Lana Condor  

Lana Condor

Actor

 
Camilla Luddington  

Camilla Luddington

Actor

 
Chord Overstreet  

Chord Overstreet

Actor | Filmmaker

 
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Please note: Equipment, curriculum, and projects are subject to change and may vary depending on location. Students should consult the most recently published campus catalog for the most up-to-date curriculum.