Spend five days on a real film set, diving deep into the essence of professional film production, from the script to the final cut. Shadow invites filmmakers to immerse yourself in the art and science of movie-making, guided by some of the best in the business.
With Shadow, you can master your craft and watch the crew in action behind the camera.
Create an ensemble based short film written by a new London writer and see your work come to life by attending a premier of the movie. As well as this, you will earn an official film credit, be listed on IMDb, and be a part of a film entering BAFTA and Academy Award qualifying film festivals.
Are you ready to leave your mark on the cinematic world? Join us. Space is limited, and the stage is set for the next generation of filmmakers
Scroll down for more information on the different shadowing positions and book your space.
BEHIND THE CAMERA: FILMMAKING
- Shadow industry professionals while they prep and shoot a short film.
- Prep in a professional studio for a short film with some of the industry's best in the business.
- Learn in your chosen department from prep to shoot to edit.
- You will be on set where your chosen department head will breakdown their workflow for you to take inspiration from, whether you want to be a focus puller and learn on the Arri Hi-5 or a dop and see how they set up each scene and what lighting they use to tell the story.
- The opportunity to shadow the director will be all hands on deck while they prep with the actors and HoD’s and prepare to make a short film.
- Come along on recce’s and then once everyone is in place, get on set and see how the crew work with the actors to create their vision.
How long is this experience?
This is a full-time week long experience.
Entry requirements:
For Behind the camera places, you must have completed at least an intermediate filmmaking course with us or equivalent elsewhere.
What to bring
Wear comfortable clothing you can move freely in.
A Short film by House of Create x City Academy
Somebody Somewhere Knows Something
(written by Savina Kanagasabay)
In the UK someone is reported missing every 90 seconds.
Zara Lanaka is eighteen years old and missing.
87% of missing persons over 16 will be found in the first two days, after which it gets harder, almost impossible.
When her family embark on the heart wrenching search for her, they'll face a society where girls like Zara are just not meant to be found.
Shadowing opportunities
Director
1st Assistant Director
Writer
1st Assistant Camera
Director of Photography (DoP)
Gaffer
Sound recordist
Art director
Book your chosen role in the Booking and Timetables tab.
SCHEDULE
- Immerse yourself in 2 days of prep with your chosen department where you will be prepping kit and learn various techniques as well as meeting the pros.
- Next, enjoy a 5 day shoot on set shadowing each role and getting to know your department head.
- Get involved in a 4 day edit session and shadow the editor to see how they put the film together alongside the director.
POST PRODUCTION
Attend a premiere of your film in which you can invite friends, family, agents and creatives and see your work come to life
YOUR DIRECTOR
"My name is Dan Lowenstein and I am the co-creator of Shadow alongside City Academy. I’m super excited to get this project out into the world and see what the next generation of talent looks like. I would love there to be a legacy so that when the project is done and you have shown your skills there is the possibility of carrying on the relationship you have built in the real world."
WHERE TO STAY
Training in London puts you at the heart of this creative and vibrant city. It is a global hub for theatre and creative arts.
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YOUR ACTING COACH
Toby Wharton is an actor and filmmaker from South London. He has performed extensively in theatre productions at the National Theatre before co-writing and playing the title role in the critically acclaimed play, ‘FOG’. He also wrote and directed the short film ‘Held’, funded by BFI Network and Exec produced by Joy Gharoro‐Akpojotor.
“I am interested in helping actors find truthful connections with the material and am very much influenced by the Meisner approach of learning to behave truthfully within the imaginary circumstances.”
EXPLORE SHADOW- ACTING EXPERIENCE
| DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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| 7 Mar 2025 - 14 Mar 2025 | Fri | 09:00-17:00 | 6 days | Film School Tutors | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £550.00 | Book Now Click the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 7 Mar 2025 - 14 Mar 2025 | Fri | 09:00-17:00 | 6 days | Film School Tutors | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £550.00 | 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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| 7 Mar 2025 - 14 Mar 2025 | Fri | 09:00-17:00 | 6 days | Film School Tutors | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £550.00 | 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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| 7 Mar 2025 - 14 Mar 2025 | Fri | 09:00-17:00 | 5 days | Film School Tutors | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £550.00 | 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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| 7 Mar 2025 - 14 Mar 2025 | Fri | 09:00-17:00 | 6 days | Film School Tutors | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £550.00 | 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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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)
| DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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| 7 Mar 2025 - 14 Mar 2025 | Fri | 09:00-17:00 | 6 days | Film School Tutors | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £550.00 | 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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| DOP | |||||||||
| 7 Mar 2025 - 14 Mar 2025 | Fri | 09:00-17:00 | 6 days | Film School Tutors | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £550.00 | 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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| Gaffer | |||||||||
| 7 Mar 2025 - 14 Mar 2025 | Fri | 09:00-17:00 | 6 days | Film School Tutors | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £550.00 | 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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| Script Editor | |||||||||
| 7 Mar 2025 - 14 Mar 2025 | Fri | 09:00-17:00 | 5 days | Film School Tutors | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £550.00 | 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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| Director | |||||||||
| 7 Mar 2025 - 14 Mar 2025 | Fri | 09:00-17:00 | 6 days | Film School Tutors | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £550.00 | 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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| Focus puller | |||||||||
| 7 Mar 2025 - 14 Mar 2025 | Fri | 09:00-17:00 | 6 days | Film School Tutors | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £550.00 | 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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| Sound recordist | |||||||||
| 7 Mar 2025 - 14 Mar 2025 | Fri | 09:00-17:00 | 6 days | Film School Tutors | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £550.00 | 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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| Art director | |||||||||
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)
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