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New York Film Academy's Summer Film and Acting Camps

Performing Arts
Visual Arts

New York Film Academy

Multiple1-6 weeks (various options)

New York Film Academy's Summer Film and Acting Camps offer intensive, hands-on training in filmmaking, acting, screenwriting, photography, animation, and more for students ages 10 to 17. Programs run from one to six weeks, giving participants the opportunity to work with experienced industry faculty, develop technical skills using professional tools, and create their own original content. Students leave with real projects under their belts and a deeper understanding of what it takes to work in film, media, and the performing arts. It is an exceptional opportunity for aspiring filmmakers, actors, and storytellers to build their craft in a rigorous and inspiring environment.

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Skills You'll Build

Video Production

Planning, filming, and editing video content from concept to final cut.

Acting

Portraying characters convincingly through voice, movement, and emotion on stage or screen.

Creative Writing

Crafting original stories, poems, or scripts that express ideas and imagination.

Visual Art

Creating drawings, paintings, or other visual work to express ideas and observations.

Photography

Capturing and composing images that tell a story or convey a mood.

Set & Costume Design

Designing the visual world of a production, from costumes to stage sets.

Related Careers

Film/Video Producer

Students produce films and media projects in hands-on workshops across multiple filmmaking disciplines.

Actor

Acting for Film programs provide practical training in acting techniques and on-camera performance.

Photographer

Photography workshops teach students visual composition and photography techniques through direct projects.

Animator

3D Animation & Visual Effects courses train students in digital animation and visual effects creation.

Journalist

Documentary Filmmaking and Broadcast Journalism programs teach storytelling and media production skills.

Quick Facts

Grade Levels
10th - 12th
Format
In-Person
Time Commitment
Full-time (1-6 weeks)
Competitiveness
Open Enrollment
Best For
Aspiring creative artists

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