Arab Film Studio Young Filmmakers Workshop

• Provide a learning environment that will enable the students to tell stories that will contribute to the development of critical thinking.
• Nurture the creative potential of the students and stimulate originality of thought through the development of individual expression.
• Maintain the collective memory, history and identity of the people of the United Arab Emirates through their unique cultural expression.
• Develop the necessary skill-set for writing, directing and producing a short film. Students will gain experience in various production roles while crewing on each other’s films.
• Develop the necessary skill sets for creating soundtracks and sound design for film. Students will learn a bit of everything one needs to know when doing sound and/or music for film.
• Learn techniques necessary to break down a script, identify its sound needs, plan for shooting/sound recording and bring a script to the screen.

During the three weeks, the students participate in rigorous classes and activities giving them the opportunity to tap into their storytelling skills. By the completion of the program, the students learn and enhance their skills in writing, directing, and producing a short film.

Each student is required to create a one-minute film that will be showcased in front of their peers, faculty, and family during the final ceremony.

Classes typically take place at NYU Abu Dhabi Art Center from 10am until 5pm, followed by a film screening and discussion until 9pm on assigned dates. All classes are mixed gender.  

• Workshop expenses are covered by Image Nation Abu Dhabi.
  
• Lunch is provided on workshop days.
  
• Transportation and Accommodation are not provided.