Filmmaking in Amsterdam:
your creative adventure awaits
(Apply now for 2019! Limited seats available.)

Are you an aspiring filmmaker looking to improve your knowledge and skills? Do you love film and want to take your passion to the next level? Do you enjoy exploring new cultures and making friends from around the world? Then our two-week, intensive, certified course at the Amsterdam Film School is perfect for you!


Benefits

  • Learn the visual language of fiction and documentary filmmaking from master filmmakers.
  • Live and study in central Amsterdam with a fun international cohort of film lovers.
  • Make films. Get personalized feedback. Build your portfolio. Get certified.
  • Form an international network of filmmakers and enthusiasts.
  • Experience museums, boat rides, beer tastings, film screenings & much more!

 

THE EXPERIENCE

Nestled in the heart of unique and vibrant Amsterdam, we bring you Lights! Camera! Amsterdam, a two- week program that will introduce you to the world of filmmaking. A collaboration between Amsterdam Film School, NAVB Amsterdam and BrainGain Academy, Lights! Camera! Amsterdam covers the basics of fiction and documentary filmmaking. It is taught entirely in English and gives students the chance to network, develop their artistic vision and produce two short films. With high quality equipment and studios, instructors who are celebrated industry professionals and an international cohort with diverse voices and narratives, we endeavour to give you two weeks in the creative playground of your dreams.

 

Itinerary for your filmmaking adventure in Amsterdam:

  • Day 1: You arrive, ready to take on an amazing two weeks!
  • Day 2: Classes begin. Industry professionals will introduce you to the program and go over the basics of film narrative.
  • Day 3: It’s time to get familiar with your equipment. Learn the basics of camera work, lighting and sound.
  • Day 4: Learn how to cut, crossfade and edit your film on Adobe Premiere.
  • Day 5: Its script writing day. Learn about synopsis, structure, dialogue and storytelling from the best in the industry, and get to work on your own script.
  • Day 6: Put on your director’s hat as you prepare for shoot day. Prepare call sheets and a film plan.
  • Day 7: Set up and start filming in unique spots around the city.

 

Itinerary for your city adventures

 

Along with your classes, Amsterdam Film School has planned great activities to bond with your professors and fellow filmmakers in the evenings.

 

  • Day 1: Meet your classmates and teachers at Grand cafe Zo.
  • Day 2: Enjoy a walking tour through Amsterdam. Grab dinner with your professor and classmates at Mooie Boules, a guaranteed good time.
  • Day 3: Explore Dutch culture with a movie screening at a typical Dutch cinema. Dinner is on your own.
  • Day 4: Explore the streets and shops of Amsterdam. Dinner is on your own.
  • Day 5: Enjoy a private boat trip through the famous UNESCO heritage canals with your fellow filmmakers. Dinner is on your own.
  • Day 6: Savour the best steak in town at Loetje restaurant with the group.
  • Day 7: Get inspired by a visit to the Eye Film Museum. Dinner is on your own.

 

To get the full itinerary, register and download our brochure.

Program Fees

The total cost of the program is 3500 Euros.

 

Included:

  • Tuition Fee
  • Certificate
  • Transfers from and to the airport
  • Two-weeks public transportation card
  • State of the art filming and editing equipment
  • Accommodation in the center of Amsterdam and at a short distance from the school
  • Breakfast and lunch
  • 4 x group dinner
  • Extra-curricular activities and sightseeing program

Not included:

  • Visa fees
  • Flight tickets
  • Dinners (except group diners included in the extra-curricular activities program).

 

 

AMSTERDAM FILM SCHOOL

Founded in 2014, the Amsterdam Film School (AFS) is a private, independent film school with a faculty of renowned industry professionals. In collaboration with NAVB, AFS boasts a variety of film courses in camera acting, fiction and documentary directing for beginner and seasoned filmmakers alike.

 

The school has six studios equipped with the most modern audiovisual equipment and state-of-the-art computer systems to edit films. Teachers give direct and personalized feedback in intimate class sizes and settings, excellent for anyone trying to develop or rework their artistic voice.

 

 

 

 

ABOUT BRAINGAIN

BrainGain is a unique marketplace for global higher education that connects students to diverse learning opportunities. Parents and students that engage with BrainGain content, tools and programs get tailored customizable services based on a deep understanding of backgrounds, interests, goals and aspirations. BrainGain Magazine covers the content. BrainGain Recruiter and BrainGain Labs deal with tools, and BrainGain Academy conducts the programs.

 

For the past five years, we have collaborated with Knowledge@Wharton High School to provide entrepreneurship and finance programs at Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. We also recently launched a robotics program in collaboration with Arizona State University. All three programs cater to high school students, and take place in the summer. We are excited to launch many more programs for 18+ participants.

 

HOW TO APPLY

We are accepting applications on a rolling basis. Those interested in participating must submit their application online.


Eligibility: All applicants must be 18 years or older and proficient in English. They must also provide proof of successfully completing their secondary education (high school). Attaching a C.V. or portfolio is optional.

 

 

 

 

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

General

No, flight tickets are not included. You will have to make individual travel arrangements

Since Amsterdam Film School is a private institution, it does not offer scholarships.

The program will take place between November 10 and November 24.

Yes. This is possible without extra costs. We have cameras, light, sound and accessories available. This is based on availability and you can borrow a maximum of a few days.

Students from around the world can apply to the program. Currently, sessions include 12 students each.

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