OUR FLAGSHIP PROGRAMS

At Motion Media Arts Center, our mission is to provide access to creative and professional opportunities in film and media art. Through equitable education, hands-on training, access to facilities, and public exhibition platforms, we support emerging and established artists alike.

Diversifying the industry doesn’t happen by chance. It happens when we build intentional and community-rooted pathways.

  • AUSTIN SCHOOL OF FILM

    With over 20 years of deep roots in East Austin, this award-winning public community film program offers a wide range of classes, workshops, and youth education in art, film, and creative technology. Austin School of Film serves approximately 2,000 participants annually through more than 150 classes and camps—including hands-on courses in analog filmmaking, experimental and foundational production skills like Camera Basics, Narrative Filmmaking, Documentary Intensives, Animation, and more.

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  • CINEMAKER

    Cinemaker is a membership-based creative studio program that provides affordable access to production studios, equipment, and tools for artists working in film and media. Designed to remove financial barriers, Cinemaker supports hundreds of Austin artists each year by offering hands-on access to professional-grade equipment and space to produce their work. Cinemaker is committed to building affordable, sustainable, and long-term solutions for arts production in Central Texas.

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UPCOMING CLASSES - MAY 2025

Intro to Super 8 Filmmaking (Beginner Friendly)

May 3 & 4, 2025 (Saturday & Sunday) | 10:00am–4:00pm CST
Hands-on crash course in analog filmmaking. Learn to shoot, process, and digitize Super 8. Ages 16+.

Intro to Adobe Premiere Pro (Beginner Friendly)

May 3 & 4, 2025 (Saturday & Sunday) | 10:00am–4:00pm CST
Edit like a pro! This weekend workshop teaches editing fundamentals in Adobe Premiere. No experience required.

Intro to Production Management (Virtual Edition)

May 8 – May 29, 2025 (Thursdays) | 6:00–8:00pm CT
Virtual version of our popular course. Learn budgeting, scheduling, and crew coordination remotely.

Camera Basics for Film & Video (Beginner Friendly)

May 17 & 18, 2025 (Saturday & Sunday) | 10:00am–4:00pm CST
Covers digital camera operation, framing, and scene shooting. Great starting point for new filmmakers.

Intro to Sound Recording for Film & Video (Beginner Friendly)

May 24 & 25, 2025 (Saturday & Sunday) | 10:00am–4:00pm CST
Learn pro-level audio capture, gear basics, and troubleshooting. Hands-on and beginner-friendly.

Intro to Podcasting & Audio Storytelling (Beginner Friendly)

May 24 & 25, 2025 (Saturday & Sunday) | 10:00am–4:00pm CST
Covers podcast development, gear, audio editing, and publishing. Great entry point for aspiring podcasters.

Intro to Cinema Cameras (Intermediate)

May 31 & June 1, 2025 (Saturday & Sunday) | 10:00am–4:00pm CST
Dive into cinema-grade gear and advanced cinematography. For students with basic camera knowledge.