Take Classes — Austin School of Film

Learn film, photography,
animation & media art.

Texas's longest-running community school for film and media arts. 80–100 classes a year across every skill level, taught by working professionals. Open enrollment year-round. No prerequisites.

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The full catalog.

Every class we currently offer, organized by discipline. Sold out classes open new sessions throughout the year — join the waitlist on each class page to be notified.

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Post-production & editing.

Premiere · Resolve · editing theory
Few spots Premiere Pro
★ Weekend · 2 days

Intro to Adobe Premiere Pro

★ Beginner friendly
Waitlist Advanced Premiere
★ Advanced

Advanced Adobe Premiere Pro
Waitlist DaVinci
★ Certified Course

Intro to DaVinci Resolve 19

★ Beginner friendly
Waitlist Editing Theory
★ Intensive

Editing Theory & Aesthetics
★ Project-based

MAKE SOMETHING.

Multi-week courses where you finish real work — a script, a film, an animation. Beginners welcome, taught by working filmmakers.

★ Enrolling Digital Filmmaking
★ 8 weeks

Digital Filmmaking: Script to Screen

★ Beginner friendly
★ Enrolling Screenwriting
★ 6 weeks

Intro to Screenwriting for Films

★ Beginner friendly
Waitlist Music Video
★ 6 weeks

Intro to Music Video Production

★ Beginner friendly
Few spots Avant-Garde
★ 6 weeks

Avant-Garde & Experimental Filmmaking

★ Beginner friendly
Waitlist 2D Animation
★ 6 weeks

Intro to 2D Digital Animation

★ Beginner friendly
Waitlist Rotoscope
★ 6 weeks

Intro to Rotoscope Animation

★ Beginner friendly
★ For ages 10–17

Looking for youth programs?

Summer film & animation camps for middle and high schoolers. 26 years and counting. Need-based scholarships available.

2026 Youth Camps →
★ Frequently asked

Before you enroll.

Most classes are designed for those getting their filmmaking start — but we also offer intensives and "advanced" courses. Browse 'em all, read descriptions thoroughly, and schedule a consult if you need it. We try to make this process as easy as possible — so we can get to the fun hands-on learning.

Class size

Our classes are intentionally small, reflecting real-world filmmaking environments. All project-based MAKE SOMETHING classes are limited to 10–15 students, and workshops range from 8–12 students.

Ages

All classes are intended for adult students aged 18 and older, unless otherwise indicated on the individual class page. We host annual youth programs — see our Youth Camps section above.

Schedule

Classes are released on a rolling basis each quarter. Please note the deadline to register on each individual class page — they may differ depending on the course.

Reminder emails

We send reminder emails 1–2 business days before your class starts — so ensure you use the correct email at registration. Reminders include location, instructor contact, code of conduct, and what to expect on day one.

Payment plans

Anyone is eligible for a payment plan if needed. Email classes@austinfilmschool.org to get started — we require 50% of tuition upfront and split the remaining balance into up to 2 equal payments.

Not sure where to start?

Schedule a free 15-minute consult with someone on the team to help you find the right fit for classes and our certificate program.

After enrolling? See our Program Policies for everything to expect — confirmation emails, syllabi, certificates, and more. Email us with any questions.

★ Need help choosing?

Schedule a free consult.

15 minutes with someone on the team. Tell us your goals, we'll point you to the right class.

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