Online High School Filmmakers Workshop

Explore digital storytelling with NYU Tisch's college-credit Online High School Filmmakers Workshop.

Learn the fundamentals of directing, shooting, editing, and producing short films, while collaborating remotely with classmates to bring visual stories to life.
 
Program Highlights:
  • Hands-On Digital Filmmaking
    Learn by doing, through short technical assignments, documentaries, music videos, and a final narrative film.

  • Asynchronous Course Structure
    Self-paced learning with scheduled one-on-one feedback sessions.

  • Collaborative Production Model
    Work in online film crews using tools for virtual collaboration.

  • College Credit
    Earn 4 units of college credit for successful completion.

  • Creative Independence
    Use your own camera or smartphone to shoot original content from your environment.

The summer 2026 application is open.

The priority application deadline is May 11, 2026 at 11:59 pm ET.

The scholarship application deadline is May 18, 2026 at 11:59 pm ET.

The regular application deadline is June 10, 2026 at 11:59 pm ET.

What You’ll Learn:

What You’ll Learn: Filmmaking combines technical expertise with visual storytelling. This program helps you:

  • Plan, write, and direct original short films 
  • Gain hands-on experience with camera, lighting, and sound 
  • Edit and refine projects using your own equipment 
  • Apply storytelling principles through visual language 
  • Build a creative portfolio for college applications or future work

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