NYWIFT Masterclass Series: Writing for Television with Lara Shapiro
Join NYWIFT for our Masterclass Series: Writing for Television with writer/director Lara Shapiro.
Learn the essentials of episodic storytelling under the mentorship of Lara Shapiro, whose credits include The Americans, Berlin Station, and Impulse. Through a combination of case studies, group discussions, lessons, and exercises, students will hone their skills and come away with fresh perspective and inspiration to bring their long-form stories to life.
NYWIFT Masterclass Series: Feature Film Budgeting with Sirad Balducci
Join NYWIFT for our Masterclass Series: Feature Film Budgeting with Producer/Line Producer Sirad Balducci. Budgeting a feature film can be daunting and overwhelming for any filmmaker, whether they are newcomers or seasoned professionals, and it is a critical step towards getting your movie financed.
In this three-part masterclass, we will demystify the budgeting process, offering insights into script breakdown and shoot schedules and covering fundamental budgeting basics. We’ll explore how to effectively collaborate with producers, directors, and department heads, and impart strategies to align your movie’s production plan with the creative vision of the project.
NYWIFT Masterclass: Creative Strategies for Financing
Join this Fall’s Masterclass Series: Creative Strategies for Financing with Emmy-nominated Impact Producer Simone Pero.
This three-part masterclass will offer you new insights and approaches to the fundraising process. We will explore how to effectively plan your path forward from a holistic, strategic point of view to the practical development of a targeted finance plan. Participants will walk away from this course with renewed inspiration and a step-by-step roadmap to follow in building presentation materials, identifying funders, and creating a sustainable tribe that will support you, project after project. The class is geared toward narrative or documentary films, but also can be applied to any type of artist and creative project. Assignments will be given so that students will have an opportunity to receive personalized feedback in the final session.
NYWIFT Masterclass Series: Post-Production with Company 3
Join us for the next NYWIFT Masterclass series with the award-winning world-renowned post-production team at Company3. Discover the history of the post-production process, the latest advancements in color correction technology, best practices for how to communicate with your post team, and what to keep in mind as you budget for the finishing touches on your film.
READ MORENYWIFT Masterclass Series: Sports Producing
Join NYWIFT for our Masterclass Series: Sports Producing with Award-Winning Television Producer Justine Gubar. In this series of three masterclasses, through case studies and conversations, creators will learn the process of creating and producing sports documentaries and sports content production.
READ MORENYWIFT Masterclass Series: On-Camera Audition Technique with Casting Director Amy Gossels
Join NYWIFT and esteemed Casting Director Amy Gossels for a two part Masterclass on February 16th and 23rd where you will learn innovative on-camera audition technique that will elevate your auditions and gain coveted industry insight to boost your career.
READ MORENYWIFT Masterclass Series: Feature Film Budgeting
Join NYWIFT for our inaugural Masterclass Series: Feature Film Budgeting with Producer/Line Producer Sirad Balducci.
In this three-part masterclass, we will demystify the budgeting process, offering insights into script breakdown, shoot schedules and cover fundamental budgeting basics. We'll explore how to effectively collaborate with producers, directors, department heads, and impart strategies to align your movie's production plan with the creative vision of the project.
READ MORENYWIFT Masterclass Series: Nonfiction Audio Development
Join NYWIFT for our inaugural Masterclass Series: Non Fiction Audio Development with critically-acclaimed Podcast Creator and Producer Jamie Zelermyer.
In this series of three masterclasses, through case studies and conversation, creators of all levels will learn about development through completion - starting with an initial idea through to a finished audio piece. Use this seminar to help jumpstart your next creative endeavor!
READ MORENYWIFT Masterclass Series: Writing for Television
Join NYWIFT for the Masterclass Series: Writing for Television with critically-acclaimed writer, Amy Fox with three sessions being held on Monday, October 16, 23, and 30 from 6:30 - 8pm ET.
The NYWIFT Master Class Series offers in-depth virtual multi-class workshops that explore various aspects of the film, television, and media industry. Led by award-winning experts, the classes will teach students about the craft, content, and business strategies involved in each creative pursuit, building a solid foundation for artistic fulfillment and commercial success.
