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.

Application Deadline: September 3, 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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