Learn Filmmaking at one of the Best Film Schools in the U.S.A.
Beyond the theory and history of cinema, the New York Film Academy places an emphasis on hands-on experience. Students gain invaluable experience directing and shooting their own films and serving as integral crewmembers on other students' films. In their numerous projects, students take on roles such as director, cinematographer, writer and editor and experience first-hand what it's like to be a part of a film production. This hands-on experience in writing, directing, shooting, and editing is a large part of what makes the New York Film Academy the best film school for so many students.
Based in the major U.S. film hubs of New York City, Los Angeles, and South Beach (Miami), the Academy’s film school offers innumerable opportunities for students to take full advantage of the many unique and singular locations offered by the city. From the first day of class, students take their cameras out in the city to begin gathering crucial knowledge, such as framing shots, working with light, and other essential techniques.
Filmmaking Courses
When taking one of the New York Film Academy’s filmmaking programs, students can expect to take the following courses depending on the particular curriculum of the workshop or program in which they enrolled.
Director’s Craft
Production Workshop
Hands-on Camera and Lighting
Editing
Budgeting and Scheduling
Sound Editing and Design
Sound Design
The Lighting Package
Hands-on Camera and Lighting - Digital Video
Special Lectures
The Camera Package
Documentary Filmmaking
Casting
Advanced Directing
Advanced Hands-on Camera
Producing
Feature Screenwriting
Location Sound Recording
Cinematography
Sync-Sound Filmmaking
Advanced Production Workshop
35mm Filmmaking
Feature Film Directing
Pre-Production, Production & Post-Production
New Media
Advanced Post Production
Sound Stage Scene Workshop
Screenwriting I
Screenwriting II
Advanced Line Producing Workshop
Production Design
Applied Film Studies
The Business of Filmmaking
FILM CLASSES
Students interested in enrolling in a film program or workshop at the New York Film Academy can do so year-round, as NYFA offers rolling admissions. To learn more about the start dates and tuition rates for the Academy’s film classes, please click here.
FILM DEGREES
As a college, NYFA offers the following film degree programs:
There are options for students to transfer their credits from conservatory programs for advanced standing in their film degree. There are also options available to transfer credits between campuses. For example, you may choose to study your first one or two years of your BFA in New York then transfer to Los Angeles for the remainder of the program. Details can be discussed with your admissions counselor.
FILM WORKSHOPS
Part of what makes NYFA one of the best film schools in the world is the vast variety of film workshops designed for every schedule and learning goal. Students can choose to enroll in one of the following short-term filmmaking workshops.
The New York Film Academy’s film school in NYC and LA, offers two immersive conservatory programs that provide students with a comprehensive education in filmmaking.
South Beach (Miami) offers the 1-Year Conservatory Film Program only.
FACULTY
The New York Film Academy is one of the top film schools due in large part to its faculty of accomplished and working filmmakers. Faculty members come from unique backgrounds and experiences to help provide each student with as well-rounded an education as possible. Students enrolling at the film school in New York City will likely study under some, if not all, of the following faculty members.
Learn more about photography faculty from the New York campushere.
Learn more about photography faculty from the Los Angeles campushere.
Learn more about photography faculty from the South Beach campushere.
Student Body
Considered one of the best film schools both domestically and abroad, the New York Film Academy boasts a diverse mix of students from countries all across the globe including Brazil, Mexico, India, Hong Kong, France, Japan, China, United Kingdom, Russia, Germany, and many more. Our student body consists of approximately 50% American students and 50% international. This diverse mix of nationalities and cultures allows students to collaborate not only on an industry level but also on a cultural one.
Alumni
Since its inception in 1992, the film school at the New York Film Academy has graduated countless filmmakers who have gone on to secure enviable positions in the film industry and direct their own films. Some of the notable projects that alumni have worked on include the following:
Career Opportunities
At the New York Film Academy’s film school, faculty members and curricula are focused on providing students with the real world know-how to help them succeed in the film industry. Below are some of the positions and networks in which our alumni have worked:
Film Director
Television Director
Director of Photography
Assistant Director
Set Manager
Artistic Director
Production Supervisor
Film Editor
Assistant Film Editor
Camera Operator
Audio Recordist
Camera Assistant
Contact Us
To obtain more information about the New York Film Academy’s film school, you can contact us via telephone at +1 (212) 674-4300 as well as click on the below links to learn more.
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