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Ages: 15-18 years Start your filmmaking career at the Australian Film Television and Radio School! As the premier AFTRS filmmaking course for teenagers aged between 15-18, this week long workshop is an excellent opportunity to collaborate with a group of creative people for a ‘real filmmaking experience’. Participants will work with a director, professional actors and AFTRS crew in state-of-the-art studios using professional equipment. Not only do you experience writing your own scr... [More]

If you’re inspired by animated films such as Avatar and the Pixar library, than this is the course for you!"> Working with a professional animator, you will learn digital animation skills to get you started on your animation journey. The course includes an introduction to Digital Animation using industry software programs including Maya, After Effects CS5 and Flash. Discover the complexities of Maya 2011 and create a 3D character. Learn how to operate flash as you create an animated... [More]

Are you interested in Auditioning for Film and TV? Work with a leading actor in a professional film studio to develop screen acting and audition techniques. Find out how to prepare for an audition as you break down a script, find character clues and work on your performance. Develop your improvisation skills as a preparation tool for auditions. Participate in a simulated casting session as you perform your audition scene to camera and gain valuable feedback from your tutor. All part... [More]

This course for 13-17 years is designed to develop essential tools for screenwriting including the dramatic elements of a short film script. Work with an AFTRS screenwriting teacher to develop your story and learn essential skills to write screen characters, dialogue and action. Your short film script will be read out at the end of the course, with valuable feedback from your teacher. This course is suitable for students writing a script for a HSC Video or scriptwriting project. [More]

Are you aged between 13 and 17? Have you completed an AFTRS Introduction to Radio course? If so you are now eligible to join AFTRS advanced Radio workshop! In this course you will further refine your radio skills and knowledge through practical exercises in the radio studio. Areas this course will cover are: Develop your announcing, presentation and voiceover skills Develop your knowledge of panel operations and playout systems Develop your knowledge and skills in writing and interv... [More]

Have you ever wanted to act in front of a green screen? 9-12 year olds can join us this school holidays for this amazing virtual acting workshop! Using the coolest technology and the latest gear, kids will rehearse and perform film scenes in front of virtual locations such as a forest, a camping scene, outer space, a treehouse or a prehistoric setting filled with dinosaurs. Imagine being chased by a giant spider on screen! Explore this fantastic technology and develop your acting sk... [More]

Are you 9-12? Have you ever wanted to present a TV show? Here’s your chance! Learn TV presenting and interview techniques in this fun workshop. Create and film a piece to camera which could be a news story, entertainment piece or interview. Rehearse and perform your piece, gaining confidence on camera. Be part of making a TV episode in two days as you broadcast your segment to be screened for family and friends. All participants will receive a copy of their segement on DVD. [More]

Are you aged between 10 -15 years and a fan of Tropfest – the largest short film festival in the world? Have you ever thought ‘I could do that!? Well now you can! Come and join us at the Australian Film Television and Radio School during the school holidays for an amazing opportunity to learn how to make a Tropfest Jr film! Working with industry professionals, participants will work in small groups to write and shoot a short film script, learning techncal skills in camera, lighting,... [More]