Film Camps for Teens and Youth

Hands-On Filmmaking and Directing

At NYFA Australia’s youth and teen Film camps, students learn how to create their own films and tell engaging stories through a balance of short projects, time spent on sets, and coursework. Designed for students ages 13-17, the camps give aspiring visual storytellers the opportunity to write, shoot, direct, and edit their own short films which can also be used on social media.

Throughout the programs, students work in collaboration with their peers and use tools and technology used by industry professionals, giving them the framework to build creative and technical skills. From learning and working on films at the purpose-built Southport campus to shooting film projects on the backlot at Warner Bros. Movie World, the filmmaking teen camps are dynamic experiences that allow students to explore their unique creative voices, and build their confidence while having fun and making friends with like-minded classmates. No experience in filmmaking is required to attend.

Program Details

The Filmmaking camps are day programs, running from Monday to Friday between the hours of 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m (AEST), with the exception of an Orientation session at 9:00 a.m. on their first day. Youth and Teen Film Camp programs do not include accommodation, transfers, or meals.

1-Week Filmmaking Camp

The 1-Week Filmmaking Camp provides students with an introduction to filmmaking and content creation. In just a week, students create a short film from start to finish, learning how to write, shoot, direct, and edit their own unique content. Students learn each step of the filmmaking process, such as:

• Screenwriting:How to generate story ideas and format a final script
• Directing: The responsibilities of a director, such as how to make a Director’s Plan with shot sizes and storyboards
• Cinematography: Shot composition, movement, and basic lighting
• Editing: How to edit a short film using industry software
• Post Production: Sound design with music, SFX, and Atmos, as well as how to export and save film projects

Filmmaking and Acting for Film students are invited to bring a USB 3.0 flash drive with at least 16GB storage capacity to transfer their edited films. Students may take the 1-Week Filmmaking Camp for Teens and 1-Week Acting for Film Camp back-to-back.

3-Week Filmmaking Camp

In the 3-Week Filmmaking Camp, students learn how to make short films and original content. During the program, students will write, direct, and edit a range of short films and exercises. Through these hands-on projects and coursework, students learn and practice the filmmaking process, helping them build skills in various stages of filmmaking.

Students will also rotate through crew positions such as gaffer, assistant camera, and director of photography when their peers direct. To store a copy of their final project and project files, we suggest that students bring a USB 3.0 flash drive with at least 16GB storage capacity to transfer their edited films/showreels.. There will be a final screening of all films.

Youth and Teen Camp Age Guidelines

Students must be 13-17 years and may or may not be in high school. Students must meet the following criteria to attend:

• Must be AT LEAST 13 years old on the first day of the teen camp
• Must be UNDER THE AGE OF 18 on the first day of the teen camp
• Cannot attend if you are in high school but under the age of 13 or have already turned 18 years old as of the first day of the teen camp

Campus

Students attend filmmaking classes at NYFA Australia’s Gold Coast campus at the purpose-built Southport Central. Students also get to work on production sets filming at the Warner Bros. Movie World backlot.

NYFA Australia Gold Coast
Southport Central Towers Central
2E/5 Lawson St
Southport QLD 4215, Australia

TO APPLY:

Simply apply online, and our admissions team will be in touch to request some photo identification (e.g., School ID, passport).

A deposit is payable on application, with the balance due one month prior to program commencement.

Pricing and tuition dates can be found here.



This is a guide only and NYFA Australia reserves the right to make such changes to the programs and the student deliverables as may be required to ensure a strong and collaborative student experience.