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Working with a successful screen writer, learn the art of screenwriting – from initial conception to development of your story. Learn skills to help you write compelling storylines, engaging characters and action. Plus learn how to prepare your screenplay using Celtx (free screenwriting software). A great course if you’re interested in creative writing or incorporating this into your HSC studies. *DISCLAIMER* AFTRS reserves the right to cancel any course for any reason at any time. ... [More]

Discover the thrill of live radio in AFTRS state-of-the-art Radio Studio. Learn how a real radio station works, practice voice techniques and on-air announcing, program your favourite songs and ask the questions that make great interviews. This course is a great opportunity for young people who want to gain confidence on the microphone or who are considering a career in radio. *DISCLAIMER* AFTRS reserves the right to cancel any course for any reason at any time. In the event of a co... [More]

Use your imagination and develop your own animated story and character using Stop Frame Animation! Through model making, storyboarding and stop-motion techniques (think Wallace & Gromit), you have the opportunity to make something awesome. Taught by professional animators, you get to explore the essential elements and create your own Claymation or toy animation in this fun and educational workshop. This workshop is for children 9-12 years. Aftercare from 4pm to 6pm is available for ... [More]

"Enjoyed everything about the course from building your own brand to tackling tax. I would not be this far forward with my business had I not done it." Student, 2012 Presented by Monica Davidson, Running Your Own Creative Business is absolutely essential for those seeking a successful career in any creative industry: Film & TV, Visual Artists, Musicians, Performers, Writers etc. Although as creatives we often prefer to concentrate on creative output, financial viability and success ... [More]

This three day course provides a further level of instruction in some specific advanced applications of After Effects. Part of Adobe’s CS5.5 package, After Effects is a program that allows new levels of creative freedom for designers and animators. This course is suitable for motion and broadcast designers, compositors and animators who wish to take the next ‘step-up’ to a more advanced level of After Effects practice and knowledge. This is a hands-on course and each student will be... [More]

This short course is an introduction to managing data from file-based cameras in post-production. Participants will cover historical and current formats including file-based codecs, metadata and how to handle multiple formats on one production. Media Management and liaising with the on-set production crew as well as best practices for documentation and naming conventions will be addressed The course will deal with topics including: Managing data in the edit suite: Identifying data f... [More]

Day 1: Claymation Day 2: Script Writing and Camera Skills Day 3: Storyboarding, Shot Listing, Costume and Design Day 4: Acting and Sound Day 5: Filming and Editing Sign up now for AFTRS Film Club, a week of fun and practical workshops for 9-12 year olds. Each day holds new challenges and teaches new skills for the emerging filmmaker! Hurry, AFTRS Film Club will sell out fast! Aftercare is available until 6pm for $30/day *DISCLAIMER* AFTRS reserves the right to cancel any course for ... [More]

Learn the basics of game design with an experienced game designer. Understand the core of a game, learn the lingo involved in this industry and find out about the types of design techniques involved in creating a video game. You’ll finish this three-day course with hands-on experience using leading industry game design software Unity. *DISCLAIMER* AFTRS reserves the right to cancel any course for any reason at any time. In the event of a course being cancelled a full refund of cours... [More]

"In the last 30 years we’ve seen an absolute explosion of radio channels and stations. Within the 44 countries in the UN definition of Europe...there are roughly 15,000 broadcast radio outlets, about one for every 50,000 people. Ten years ago there were half as many." The Guardian, July 2012 In this five-day intensive you’ll learn essential Radio skills from experienced radio industry professionals and gain the confidence to begin your career in radio. From roles and responsibilitie... [More]

The script is ready – are you? In this five day filmmaking intensive, students will get busy in the AFTRS state-of-the-art studio to take a Winter School Week One winning script to screen. Experienced industry filmmakers will guide students with lectures and fast paced practical exercises to conquer the major areas of Directing, Cinematography, and Post Production. You’ll learn how to analyse, break down, and rehearse a short script, to plan a shoot and work within a budget, work wi... [More]