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New York Film Academy Filmmaking Student

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I want to perfect my skills as a writer and director – as well as working in a team oriented profession.

I’ve found Katie Kurtis’ writing teaching methods and styles to be valuable. She encourages her class to brainstorm as the way of free-forming ideals that can later be connected to what we are doing and learning.

The reasons I chose to study here over other schools are because it is intensive. Meaning no time to waste and help us swim rather than sink.

I recommend this school to others looking to get into the industry because if you can survive this, then you stand a chance of being successful in this industry.

-Molly Calliste

New York Film Academy 1-Year Filmmaking Student

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I am studying at the New York Film Academy for their hands-on programs that enable you to build a portfolio.

The standout teaching methods here are the workshops they offer. I chose to study at NYFA because they have more hands-on programs and experience provided to help students build up your portfolio.

I recommend NYFA for those who want a lot of hands-on experience. There are a lot of great teamwork opportunities as well.

-Flavia Romani

New York Film Academy 1-Year Filmmaking Student

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I am studying at New York Film Academy because I want to know more about films, get more familiar with cameras, and eventually become a director.

The standout teaching methods at the New York Film Academy are the hands-on camera practice, learning the director’s craft, and the analysis about film shots by shots.

I chose to study at NYFA because of their philosophy – learning by doing.

-Lingling Ruan

New York Film Academy 1-Year Filmmaking Student

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I am studying at the New York Film Academy to begin my career as a filmmaker.

The standout teaching methods used here are when the teachers take their time to be hands-on with equipment and show you how to use it – other than just telling you. The hands-on approach the school uses is great.

I would recommend this school because there are a variety of aspects to learn.

-David Roberts

New York Film Academy 1 Year Filmmaking Student

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I am studying at the New York Film Academy because I want to be a director and I think this is the best school to help me achieve that.

The hands-on teaching methods have been the most valuable for me, and this school is doing a great job of it.

I chose to study here because the school got in contact with me and I immediately fell in love with it – which is why I recommend this school to others looking to get into the industry.

-Matthew Rush

New York Film Academy 2 Year Filmmaking Student

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I am studying at New York Film Academy because it’s located in New York City, I love film and the hands-on intensive programs the school offers. I find the hands-on approach, Red Epic, and Paul Warner [NYFA Instructor] to be valuable to my learning and growth as a filmmaker.

I would recommend New York Film Academy to others if they are looking for an intense hands-on learning style.

-Mateo Salcedo

New York Film Academy 2nd Year Filmmaking Student

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I chose to study at New York Film Academy because ultimately I want to be a filmmaker.

I recommend NYFA to others looking to get into the industry, because it’s a really good school and you learn so much more than other schools because of their hands-on approach to learning.

-Juliana Puyo

New York Film Academy Filmmaking Student

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I am studying at the New York Film Academy because it is one of the best film schools in the world and I love film. After I graduate, I want to find a job in the film industry. Also, I think NYFA gives students more hands-on practice, which is also why I chose to study here.

While studying at NYFA, I found the directors craft class and cinematography class to be my two favorite classes – as well as the lighting class. The writing and editing classes were very beneficial and taught me important methods. Ultimately, everything I learned at NYFA was valuable.

The first reason I chose to study at NYFA, over other schools, was because it is in New York City. I can enjoy learning while living in a great city. I think the environment is really important and I like the setup of classes. Every class you learn a lot – which is very useful during practice.

I would highly recommend NYFA to others looking to get into the industry, because I think students who graduate from here will be more likely to get a professional job.

-Jinyi Liang

New York Film Academy 1 Year Cinematography Student Review

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I am studying at New York Film Academy because I’m interested in studying cinematography and learning exactly what I want to do for a career.

I’ve found the teaching methods are very valuable here - everything is explained in great detail. I also like how everything is hands-on, because it shows not only how things work, but how to apply them.

I liked NYFA’s way of teaching, which is why I chose this school over others. Also, I wanted to study in New York City and the school is right in the heart of the city.

I would recommend NYFA to others looking to get into the industry, because it teaches you all you need to know and the teachers are really helpful.

-Anna Fiske

New York Film Academy 1 Week Digital Filmmaking Student

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I signed up for the 1-Week Digital Filmmaking class because I had limited time in New York and wanted to learn about filmmaking. I thought the experience of shooting in New York would be amazing, and it was!

I chose to study at NYFA because I had already heard back from them and I just loved the idea of the program. It’s only a five day program, but you get your own film done. The teachers were really there to help us even though the program had less class time.

-Laura Garcia