New York Film Academy Summer Camps

The New York Film Academy offers immersive film camps for teenagers passionate about filmmaking and those who want to join the film industry or become online content creators.

The most comprehensive course offered by the film school lasts for 12 weeks and gives participants a deep dive into the filmmaking experience. Aside from classroom lectures with industry professionals, they also spend time on set and in the editing room.

In the Director's Craft sessions, students learn the art and science of visual storytelling. They learn where to position the cameras, make decisions about movement, the look of the set, edit patterns, and acting instructions.

They're also taught how to write a script, manage the lighting, and how to use the camera like an experienced pro. Teens also learn what happens beyond the camera and how editing styles can complete the story.

Apart from these programs, the New York Film Academy also offers shorter courses that last for just a month or even over a series of weekends. They also hold special 2-day camps that focus on a particular topic. Campers can choose everything from theater summer camps to those focusing on 3D animation, screenwriting, photography and more.

The renowned program has film camps in New York, Los Angeles, Florida, and the Harvard University campus. They also have online filmmaking workshops. To retain the hands-on approach, students are still required to produce their own short movie while being mentored by their instructor.