AFTRS Open Summer School
FILM TV & RADIO SHORT COURSES – ADULTS & KIDS
AFTRS Open, the short course division of the Australian Film Television Radio School (AFTRS), is offering Summer School short courses for adults this January and School Holiday courses for kids & teens from 9-17 years in both December and January.
Early Bird Discounts are available for all courses when you book at least 28 days in advance.
SCHOOL HOLIDAY COURSES KIDS & TEENS
AFTRS Open courses this Summer Holidays are better than ever! There are popular favourites in radio, filmmaking, stop motion, Claymation, screenwriting and Film Club.
Details of all School Holiday courses here:
https://www.open.aftrs.edu.au/schoolholidays
SUMMER SCHOOL FOR ADULTS
Keen to work in the Film, TV or Radio industries? Or do you already have a foot in the door and need new skills to progress your career?
This January AFTRS Open are running a number of five day, hands-on workshops in AFTRS’ state-of-the-art-facilities. You will be taught by industry professionals currently working in the film, television and radio industries with the latest equipment.
“I learned so much and pushed myself on a challenging my comfort zones – the course has reignited my drive and desire to take my passions to the next level.” – Student Jan 2013
RADIO SUMMER SCHOOL
INTRODUCTION TO RADIO
https://www.open.aftrs.edu.au/course/Z502
Learn essential skills from experienced industry professionals and gain the confidence to begin your career in radio. All in 5 days! From roles and responsibilities, announcing and presentation and editing plus studio skills – we’ve got it all covered.
“Fabulous, intensive course, immensely hands-on and practical.”
When: Mon 20 – Fri 24 January
FILM SUMMER SCHOOL
SHORT FILM SCREENWRITING
Write a completed film script in just 5 days!
ttp://www.open.aftrs.edu.au/course/Z500
Working with industry experts and guest speakers, learn how to take a story from initial idea, through treatment and draft stage, all the way to a finished , polished script ready to be pitched.
“Excellent, stimulating, informative, wide-reaching, extremely helpful tutors.”
When: Mon 13 – Fri 17 January
FILMMAKING INTENSIVE
https://www.open.aftrs.edu.au/course/Z501
Make a short film in just 5 days! Work in AFTRS state-of-the-art film studio, taking a screenplay from ‘Short Film Screenwriting’ from script to screen. Learn how to analyse and break down a short script, plus how to plan a shoot and gain invaluable experience working with HD cameras and actors.
“The course was great. The lecturers were fantastic. The facilities were top of the line.”
When: Mon 3 – Fri 7 February
TELEVISION SUMMER SCHOOL
TV CAMERA, SOUND & LIGHTING SKILLS
https://www.open.aftrs.edu.au/course/T542
Anyone entering the TV industry today needs to be able to ‘do it all’. It’s essential to be able to use a camera and sound equipment competently and this five-day intensive course will give you the confidence and skills to say “I can do that!”
“A great course. The inclusion of a lot of a practical exercises was great for developing skills and getting some experience on the equipment.”
INTRO TO TV & RADIO PRESENTING
https://www.open.aftrs.edu.au/course/T545
Develope your own unique, on-air persona and learn skills to develop your career in the media in this intensive and practical introduction to presenting for TV and Radio. There are no prerequisites for this course, just a passion for developing your media career!
” I learned so much and pushed myself on challenging my comfort zones – it has reignited my drive and desire to take my passions to the next level.”
When: Mon 13 – Fri 17 January
TV EDITING: AVID MEDIA COMPOSER 101 & 110
https://www.open.aftrs.edu.au/course/E557
Get up-to-speed fast with the TV industry standard editing software Avid Media Composer in this accredited, five days intensive combining Editing Essentials 101 and Video Effects 110 units.
” Fantastic overview of the system – great mix of theory and practical.”
When: Mon 13 – Fri 17 January OR Mon 20 – Fri 24 January
WRITING FOR TV
https://www.open.aftrs.edu.au/course/W563
Do you have a great idea for a TV show but need some help to take your idea to the next level? Learn the fundamentals of creating viable and original TV drama and comedy series concepts including working in a team environment in this five-day intensive course.
“Excellent course. Would highly recommend it.”
When: Mon 20 – Fri 24 January
To view all current AFTRS Open courses visit the website https://www.open.aftrs.edu.au/