May 2008

The learning experience is most effective when you actively take part in the process. Wherever possible we avoid the lecture format, and most of your time will be spent in workshops, participating in active discussions and completing practical exercises. You will learn by:

making your own filmmaking decisions in a supported, structured environment
working in challenging situations to help you understand what you know and do not know
access to the knowledge and skills you need to solve that challenge
support to reflect and adopt your own response in relation to the acquired knowledge and skills
opportunities to put that learning into action
appreciating that you will learn and develop as much from your mistakes as your successes

2. Professional Development
We help all our one-year students prepare for the next steps after leaving the school. You will benefit from:

one-to-one and group sessions which focus on your aspirations and plans, which include personalised objective setting and career advice
coaching in fundamental professional skills, such as scheduling budgeting, negotiation, presentation and interview techniques
workshops and seminars on the business of filmmaking from producing through to financing, distribution and exploitation, and in particular the exciting career opportunities afforded by new digital technologies
advice on the different career paths available, as well as specific entry-level roles
constant contact with industry professionals – in workshops, on your productions and in masterclasses – to help build your own network

3. Self-Exploration
We will encourage you to develop your own distinct ‘voice’ as a filmmaker, and you will have plenty of opportunity to explore film as a medium for your own self-expression :

personal mentoring is fundamental to our highly tailored approach.
in addition, you will participate in close analysis of successful films, usually from the writer and director’s perspective, and apply what you have learned in your practical exercises.
with an awareness and appreciation of the techniques and achievements of others, as well as an understanding of their historical and cultural context, you will then be challenged to develop your own original style.

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Sarah Scougal

(Story To Screen In Eight Weeks) already knew she loved writing directing and acting, but found that this course helped her realise her passion for producing. After graduating Sarah was accepted onto the Royal Court's prestigious writers' programme. She is now pursuing her interest in producing and is working in development and production at Working Title.