SCHOOL OF DIGITAL
FILMMAKING
Unleash your vision's power with the mastery of visual storytelling
The School of Digital Filmmaking (SDF) provides intensive training in filmmaking through lectures and assignments, including many weeks on set. You will be equipped to tell powerful and relevant stories inspired by the Creator.
Dates
From: January 14, 2024
To: April 6, 2024
Price
$6,550 CAD
Credits
This program gives you 12 credits with the University of the Nations
(CMC 385)
Language Requirement
This school is currently only available in English. Participants must be proficient enough in English to understand lectures, attend classes, and complete written and oral assignments.
HANDS-ON
You will spend multiple weeks working on a film set, giving you unique insight into the dynamics of filmmaking. The SDF provides a unique opportunity for you to learn and then immediately apply as you write, produce, direct and edit your own short film. You will come out of this school equipped and ready to make films on your own!
INDUSTRY READY
The high-paced environment of the school allows you to prepare for the realities of the filmmaking industry. Through lectures and workshops, you'll dive into topics such as work ethic, set etiquette, the art and history of film, and the role of Christians within the industry. Our teachers are acting professionals, giving you a unique insight into the world of film.
STORY
Above all, this school is about story. Stories reach deep into our hearts, nursing our brokenness back to health while nurturing our strength and determination to be fully alive. God works through story in beautiful and powerful ways to bring His Kingdom to Earth. Be prepared to come out of this school passionate about story with an unwavering drive that will move hearts and change the world!
Topics
#1 Worldview and the Film Industry
#2 Introduction to Equipment and Techniques
#3 Screenwriting
#4 Production Management
#5 Directing Actors
#6 Story Through Image
#7 Production Week
#8 Stunts
#9 Advanced Sound and Editing
#10 Film History and the Making of a Feature Film
#11 Second Production Week
#12 Distribution, Exams and Debrief
STUDENT SHORT FILMS
FILMMAKING INTERNSHIP
You will have the opportunity to apply to "The Internship", a 12-week filmmaking internship that takes place right after the school. Continue to grow as a filmmaker as you work on more films and larger projects.
Marine
School Co-Leader
Hey all, I’m Marine! I was born and raised in beautiful Switzerland, and I lived there until 2018 when I left to do my DTS in Pittsburgh. I was always drawn to storytelling, especially through writing and the combinaison of music, images, singing and camera technics I could see in films and musical shows. God used that passion to lead me to do the Film School in 2020 and it was one of the most wonderful and formative time of my life! My passion is truly for you to learn and experience the power of storytelling and create spaces for people to find the heart of God for the art of filmmaking. I’m looking forward to getting to know you!
JohnPeter
School Co-Leader
Hi, I’m JP. I’m originally from Buffalo NY (Go Bills) and did my DTS in Malaysia in 2005. I did my graduate work at Regent University with a focus in screenwriting. In 2015 my family and I joined the film department in Kona, Hawaii where we helped to staff the film & acting schools. Then in December of 2018 we moved to YWAM Dunham to join the film program and have been enjoying our time here helping to train and mentor new film students, while continuing to pursue our passion for filmmaking.