Write it. Shoot it. Edit it. Screen it.
Our five-day Filmmaking Summer School gives you the opportunity to create your own short film from concept to completion using professional filmmaking and post-production equipment.
Working in a practical, studio-based environment, you’ll be guided by industry professionals through every stage of the filmmaking process - from initial idea and storyboarding to directing, shooting and editing.
Whether you’re completely new to filmmaking or curious about working behind the camera, this course provides a structured, hands-on introduction to visual storytelling.
By the end of the week, you won’t just understand how films are made - you’ll have made one yourself.
What You Will Learn
Throughout the week, you will:
- Develop an understanding of different film genres and cinematic styles
- Learn how to structure and storyboard a compelling story
- Explore camera techniques including framing, movement and shot composition
- Understand lighting setups and how light shapes mood and tone
- Gain insight into cinematography and visual storytelling
- Learn the fundamentals of film editing and post-production
- Direct and collaborate as part of a creative team
Each element builds towards producing your own short film.
CLASSES STARTING SOON
| DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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| 23 Mar 2026 - 27 Mar 2026 | Mon | 10:00-16:30 | 5 days (Monday - Friday) | Matt Taylor | City Academy, Farringdon | £637.50
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| 21 Sep 2026 - 25 Sep 2026 | Mon | 10:00-16:30 | 5 days (Monday - Friday) | Film School Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £750.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 23 Nov 2026 - 27 Nov 2026 | Mon | 10:00-16:30 | 5 days (Monday - Friday) | Film School Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £750.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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Course Content Overview
This is a hands-on, practical filmmaking course designed to immerse you in the real process of creating a film.
From day one, you’ll be actively writing, planning, shooting and editing - learning by doing rather than just observing. Each session builds directly towards producing your own short film, with tutors guiding you through every stage of development.
You won’t just learn about filmmaking theory - you’ll apply techniques immediately, working with professional equipment and collaborating as part of a creative team. By the end of the week, you’ll have experienced the full filmmaking journey from concept to screen.
Story & Genre
From Idea to Screen - Explore a range of film genres and analyse how storytelling differs across styles. Learn how to develop your own concept and structure it effectively.
Storyboarding
Planning the Vision - Break your idea into visual sequences, learning how to plan shots and communicate creative direction.
Camera Techniques
Framing & Movement - Experiment with shot types, camera angles and movement to create dynamic and engaging scenes.
Lighting Techniques
Shaping Mood & Atmosphere - Learn how to use lighting to influence emotion, tone and clarity in your film.
Cinematography
Visual Language - Understand how composition, colour and movement work together to support storytelling.
Editing & Post-Production
Bringing It All Together - Learn the fundamentals of editing, pacing and assembling footage into a cohesive final film.
Useful information
No. The course is designed for beginners and starts from the fundamentals.
Yes. You will take part in writing, directing and editing a short film during the week.
Yes. You’ll work with professional cameras and post-production software.
It is primarily practical, with hands-on experience in every stage of filmmaking.
You will collaborate as part of a creative team, reflecting how real film sets operate.
There is typically an informal sharing or screening of the completed films at the end of the course.
Learn from working filmmakers and experienced industry professionals.
This course is taught by a team of directors, cinematographers, editors and screenwriters who actively work across independent film, commercial projects and digital media. Many of our tutors continue to create and produce their own work, bringing current industry knowledge directly into the classroom. They understand both the creative and technical demands of filmmaking and are passionate about helping new filmmakers build confidence behind the camera.
| DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Mar 2026 - 27 Mar 2026 | Mon | 10:00-16:30 | 5 days (Monday - Friday) | Matt Taylor | City Academy, Farringdon | £637.50
15% OFF
| Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| Early booking discount | |||||||||
| 21 Sep 2026 - 25 Sep 2026 | Mon | 10:00-16:30 | 5 days (Monday - Friday) | Film School Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £750.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 23 Nov 2026 - 27 Nov 2026 | Mon | 10:00-16:30 | 5 days (Monday - Friday) | Film School Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £750.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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Select your Entry Level:
PAYMENT OPTIONS
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, 38 Rosebery Avenue, London, EC1R 4RN
Cheque - You can also pay by cheque by filling out this form (click here) and posting it to the address above.
CANCELLATIONS POLICY
We offer a full refund or full credit 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)
10% DISCOUNT AVAILABLE
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.
| DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Mar 2026 - 27 Mar 2026 | Mon | 10:00-16:30 | 5 days (Monday - Friday) | Matt Taylor | City Academy, Farringdon | £637.50
15% OFF
| Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
|
| Early booking discount | |||||||||
| 21 Sep 2026 - 25 Sep 2026 | Mon | 10:00-16:30 | 5 days (Monday - Friday) | Film School Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £750.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 23 Nov 2026 - 27 Nov 2026 | Mon | 10:00-16:30 | 5 days (Monday - Friday) | Film School Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £750.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
|
Select your Entry Level:
PAYMENT OPTIONS
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, 38 Rosebery Avenue, London, EC1R 4RN
Cheque - You can also pay by cheque by filling out this form (click here) and posting it to the address above.
CANCELLATIONS POLICY
We offer a full refund or full credit 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)
10% DISCOUNT AVAILABLE
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.
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