The Gotham Virtual Filmmaking Workshops – Fall 2025
The Gotham Film & Media Institute celebrates and nurtures independent film and media creators, providing career-building resources, access to industry influencers, and pathways to wider recognition. Events at The Gotham connect a vibrant and sustainable independent storytelling community with essential resources at all stages of development. UPCOMING EVENTS Nov 17 – VFX on a Budget:...
FREE Film Crew & Vendor Intro Workshop, Nov 19
The Greater Cleveland Film Commission will host a FREE Film Crew & Vendor Intro Workshop at Collinwood Recreation Center on Wednesday, November 19th, from 5:30 – 7 pm. Want to work in the Cleveland film industry, but don’t know where to start? Join the Greater Cleveland Film Commission (GCFC) for a FREE workshop on how...
Get Cleveland Film Certified Online!
We are excited to offer the exclusive online training program, FilmSkills! With FilmSkills, you will learn what it takes to work in the film industry, from being a Production Assistant to finding the department you want to work in, with courses from over 150 leading Hollywood filmmakers. Each course includes lessons which provide relevant, employer-driven...
Tri-C Film Academy: Visual Post for Film; Film Crew Intensive Training
The Film Crew Intensive prepares future film and media technicians and crew members for entry-level positions by providing a unique opportunity to learn directly from professionals working on Cleveland feature films and commercial sets. Tri-C Film Academy trainees will work side by side with — and be mentored by — IATSE film industry professionals in various departments.
EDUCATOR INTEREST FORM: Chagrin Doc Film Festival – Student Film Experience
To help CDFF plan the schedule and budget for this year, they are asking each school to share their interest in the program for 2025. They are always looking for the best way to bring your favorite Illuminate student film experience program to you and your students.
CSU Small Business Development Center: Free Virtual Workshops
Providing confidential, no-cost, one-on-one advising and low-cost (often FREE) workshops. Whether you are exploring a new idea or have been in business for many years, CSU SBDC has the expertise to guide you through starting, sustaining and growing a profitable business. They will be with you every step of the way, at no cost to you.
Drone Training with V1DroneMedia, FAA Part 107 Prep Oct 18-19
V1DroneMedia is dedicated to training others to operate drones in a safe, reliable, and responsible manner. Our Chief Pilot, Jason Damman, is a certified flight instructor (CFI), holds FAA ATP (Airline Transport Pilot) certificate and FAA Part 107 drone license. He is a subject matter expert in national airspace and FAA regulations through his 20...
1st Team Actors Studio Classes & Events
1st Team Actors Studio has weekly classes that run on 8-week sessions. In addition to their weekly classes that include Auditioning, Scene Study, Improv Skills for the Actor, and Actors Arsenal they also have a monthly class where actors can gain valuable performance time and receive individualized support to help them attain their goals. 1st...
Houde School of Acting Classes & Events
Learn the technique to nail auditions and land roles! Offering Online and In-Person Acting Classes Wondering what makes great actors so great? The secret is in their tried-and-true technique. A technique that will separate you from your competition in the audition room and on-set. At Houde School of acting, we specialize in the Meisner Technique....
D.O.C. Studios Acting Classes
D.O.C. Studios is now offering acting classes! Whether you’re a seasoned performer looking to refine your skills or a beginner eager to explore your artistic potential, Development Opportunity Community (D.O.C.) Studios core and master classes offer a supportive environment for development. The classes are designed to inspire creativity and empower an individual’s performative arts journey....
Imposters Theater – Comedy Writing, Improv, & Acting Classes/Workshops in Tremont
Imposters Theater is located in Tremont and offers a variety of improv, comedy writing, & acting workshops and classes which provide executable, practical guidance from experienced instructors with years of professional experience in the entertainment industry. Imposters Theater’s goal is to foster a creative and inclusive space to support, showcase, educate, and grow Cleveland’s vibrant...
Directors Guild of America (DGA) Assistant Director Training Program
DGA Assistant Director Training Program Do you have what it takes to become an Assistant Director? The New York Assistant Director Training Program is designed to provide opportunities for a limited number of individuals to become Assistant Directors in film, television & commercial production. This is a two-year Program consisting of 350 days of on-the-job...
The Story of Movies, Free Film Literacy Program
The Story of Movies is a FREE interdisciplinary film literacy program for classroom use, created and distributed by The Film Foundation, in partnership with the Directors Guild of America. “Young people need to understand that not all images are there to be consumed like fast food and then forgotten – we need to educate them...
Script Supervisor CEO Workshop with Jennifer Carriere
Learn how to get your start with script supervisor Jennifer Carriere (Ruthless, Watchmen, Max) This free 90-minute webinar will teach you how to be a successful Script Supervisor, an essential part of production that is also in high demand. This presentation will help you advance your career by working closely with Producers, Directors, Actors, and...
My First Job In Film Workshops
My First Job In Film Academy not only connects you with industry professionals, current industry professionals run it. Through a variety of workshops and events, the My First Job In Film (MFJF) Academy will provide you with the chance to elevate your career to the next level. Importantly all our Workshops and events are affordable...
Free DaVinci Resolve Software & Training Videos
Learn to use DaVinci Resolve with Free Online Classes! DaVinci Resolve is the world’s only solution that combines editing, color correction, visual effects, motion graphics, and audio post-production all in one software tool! Its elegant, modern interface is fast to learn and easy for new users, yet powerful for professionals. DaVinci Resolve lets you work...
No Film School
No Film School is the world’s most popular filmmaking website, with over a million visitors every month. They publish the latest news, tutorials, interviews, and videos to help you become a better filmmaker. Their popular and highly-rated podcast places consistently at the top of the charts for Film & TV. No Film School was founded...
MasterClass Online Classes
MasterClass is the streaming platform that makes it possible for anyone to watch or listen to hundreds of video lessons taught by 180+ of the world’s best. Whether it be in business and leadership, photography, cooking, writing, acting, music, sports and more, MasterClass delivers a world class online learning experience. Video lessons are available anytime,...
Location Management 101
Learn what it takes to get your start as a Location Manager! Location Management 101 is the first course developed collaboratively by the Association of Film Commissioners International (AFCI) and the Location Managers Guild International (LMGI). It provides an introduction to the art of Location Management for feature films, television, commercials and other creative projects....
Filmmaker U Online Education Series
Filmmaker U is a collaboration of educators and innovators Josh Apter & Jason Banke of Manhattan Edit Workshop and Gordon Burkell at Aotg.com. This online seminar series was created to give aspiring and existing filmmakers unprecedented access to the lost art of apprenticeship in the film industry. Filmmaker U instructors are acclaimed and award-winning artists...
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