Upcoming Atlanta Film Society Classes, Workshops & Educational Events
Join writer/director Carrie Schrader and filmmaker Chris Hamilton for a fast-paced, hands-on one-day workshop designed for both directors and cinematographers. Through practical exercises and collaborative scene work, you’ll learn how to break down a script, build a dynamic shot list, and bring it to life on camera—from your own unique creative lens.
This class will provide participants with the tools to identify the most suitable festivals for their films, craft compelling submissions, and create impactful marketing strategies to generate buzz and attract audiences. Additionally, participants will explore the art of networking, and learn how to build relationships with industry professionals and fellow filmmakers to expand their reach and opportunities.
For this month's Eat, Drink, and B-Indie, we're providing an open sharing forum for filmmakers, artists, and creators to connect with the broader community. Attendees can list casting calls, share upcoming events, and promote opportunities. This gathering is designed to foster collaboration, support local talent, and keep our arts community informed and engaged.
Start your career or improve upon your current skills in the industry with advanced knowledge. The PA Academy shows you what it takes to succeed while preparing you for your first day on set or your transition from a dayplayer to a core crew member.
Learn the nitty gritty about getting started and actually getting paid in Voiceover & Audiobooks — It's actually a little more challenging than the TikTok ads will have you believe.
Past Atlanta Film Society Classes, Workshops & Educational Events:
Finding a job in the industry can be a challenge when you don't know how or where to start. What are the basics you need to know for an entry level position? How do you start a career without experience? How is a film resume different from a corporate one? When is the “right time” to enter the business? Who is hiring and where do I find them? What does it take to succeed in the industry?
It's back! The Atlanta Film Society and Kodak Film Lab Atlanta are in partnership to present The 100 Feet of Film Project. Join us for a discussion with past competitors as they talk about their experiences participating in the program and shooting on film.
Are you a filmmaker or producer with a project needing special effects makeup and wanting to make the best decisions for your budget? In this class, you’ll learn the pros and cons of practical in-camera effects vs. digital, plus insider strategies to cut costs and negotiate better with artists.
Have you ever wanted to create a documentary but weren’t sure where to start? In this four-week course, we’ll explore the essential tools and techniques that helped bring Instructor Imani L. Warren M.A., her documentary projects to life, and how you can do the same.
On Thursday, August 21, at 7 pm, Jonathan Keiran, ATLFS Programming Department, will take us deep behind the scenes of what it takes to curate a major film festival. Ever wondered how programmers decide what makes the cut? Or what truly grabs their attention in a sea of submissions? This is your chance to find out—straight from someone on the front lines of indie film selection.
Start your career or improve upon your current skills in the industry with advanced knowledge. The PA Academy shows you what it takes to succeed while preparing you for your first day on set or your transition from a dayplayer to a core crew member.
Do you have an idea for a short film? Great! Where does one even begin? And when it’s all finished and you want to relax, there’s still more to do! This workshop hopes to give you the appetite to get started and see it through to the end.
This four-part course is designed for filmmakers who have completed a script and are ready to move into production. Covering essential aspects of independent short film production, this class provides practical guidance on pre-production, on-set execution, directing, cinematography, and post-production. Whether you’re working with a small crew or a micro-budget, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to bring your short film to life.
Join Atlanta Film Society’s CineCamp ATL 2025 students, instructors, and staff for a showcase of completed shorts films produced inclusively during the duration of the 2-week program.
CineCamp ATL is back for 2025! This program, from July 14th - 25th, is designed to cultivate an interest in filmmaking from pre- to post production through hands-on youth education for rising 9th-12th graders.
Start your career or improve upon your current skills in the industry with advanced knowledge. The PA Academy shows you what it takes to succeed while preparing you for your first day on set or your transition from a dayplayer to a core crew member.
The 49th Atlanta Film Festival is fast approaching! This month at Eat, Drink & B-Indie, join us for a preview of official selections from the 2025 Atlanta Film Festival lineup. We'll introduce you to a selection of #ATLFF25 filmmakers, hear about their projects, and give you a special sneak peek of the Festival! Participating filmmakers will be announced soon.
The role of Director of Photography can be described as a marriage, or intersection, between the technical and creative. In this course, we will examine the aggregate process of establishing and executing the visual aesthetic of a film, explore various tips and tricks to keep in your cinematographic toolbox, consider the means of communicating with a director — meeting a director halfway to find the language that you both can understand, and more.
The 2025 ATLFF Creative Conference, taking place in-person and virtually from April 29th - May 2nd, is excited to host panel discussions, case studies, and workshops covering a range of topics for filmmakers and movie lovers alike. Get a preview of this year's events from Creative Conference Director Linda Burns and a few of the panelists we’ve lined up to help educate, motivate, and entertain attendees of the 49th annual Atlanta Film Festival & Creative Conference.