Indie Filmaking

Make your ideas move

Basic to Advanced
Face-to-Face
4 Days | 9am - 7pm
Unlimited Retakes

Course Overview

An exceptional foundational course in the art of filmmaking. Discover the techniques for creating a compelling short film on a modest budget and master the skill of transforming a concept into a professionally crafted screenplay.

Hailed as one of the top multimedia schools in the Philippines!

Course Outline

Introduction

  • How to produce a short film with a low budget
  • How to turn a concept into a screenplay.

Pre production

  • Choice of the crew (definition and importance of roles)
  • breackdown scenes (Definition of locations)
  • Cast (actors’ choice)
  • Clustering (Shooting plan)
  • Breackdown costs (budget)
  • Storyboard; Visual, written or animatic

Production

  • Direct (narrative styles)
  • The direction of photography (how to work with natural and artificial light)
  • Filming techniques and language of camera movements
  • The perspectives and language of the static and dynamic composition of the frames
  • Audio (how to record a good live audio)
  • Basic visual effects

Post production

  • Offline editing
  • Online editing
  • Dubbing
  • Sound design
  • Audio production post (Premix and final mix)
  • Finalization and optimization of the final product
  • Audio production post (Premix and final mix)
  • Finalization and optimization of the final product.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the prerequisites for this course?
  • Certificate of course completion
  • Training references (PDF)
  • Exercise materials
  • Some add-ons
  • Free trainer consultation
  • Unlimited Free Retakes

Unlimited Retakes = Unlimited Hours of Learning!

We understand that individuals have different learning styles and paces, that’s why we offer the opportunity to learn at your own speed. If you need more time to grasp a concept, you are welcome to come back and retake the class at no additional cost. We believe in providing students with the support they need to succeed.

To Avail: Finish the course to qualify for the unlimited refresher classes

Validity: 1 Year

This course is an intensive foundation for creators who want to produce high-quality cinema on a modest budget. It is specifically designed for:

  • Aspiring Film Directors & Producers: Individuals with a story to tell who want to master the art of turning a concept into a professional screenplay and short film.
  • Creative Storytellers: Writers and hobbyists who want to understand the technical language of camera movements, lighting, and narrative composition.
  • Marketing & Content Leads: Professionals who need to produce high-end narrative content, mini-documentaries, or brand stories for corporate or social media use.
  • Film Students & Enthusiasts: Learners who want hands-on experience in every stage of production—from casting and location scouting to final sound mixing and optimization.
  • Resourceful Creators: Anyone who wants to learn “guerrilla filmmaking” techniques—producing cinematic results using limited resources and small crews.

Graduates of our Indie Film Making training are equipped for diverse roles in the modern media landscape, including:

  • Film Director & Producer: Leading independent narrative or documentary projects.
  • Branded Content Specialist: Creating cinematic stories for corporate marketing.
  • Production Manager / Line Producer: Overseeing budgets and on-set logistics.
  • Documentary Filmmaker: Producing factual content for NGOs and streaming sites.
  • Freelance Video Professional: Specializing in cinematography or post-production.
Course Fee

Regular Rate

₱20,000

/pax

Discounts
Note: Promo rates are subject to change without prior notice.
New Student

Get a ₱3,000 discount upon registration

Returning Student

Get a ₱4,000 discount upon registration

Group

Enroll 4 students and get an extra ₱500/pax off, on top of existing discounts.

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About the Registration

Feel free to register! Registering does not commit you to paying for the course immediately. Registration helps us track attendee numbers and enables us to stay in touch. Payment will only be requested once the course is confirmed to proceed.

Note: When choosing a schedule, you are limited to the available training dates posted on our website.

Registration

Advisory

We’ve decided to temporarily put this class on-hold as we focus on offering other in-demand courses. Stay tuned for updates!