TV & Film Production Courses at Elstree Film Studios

Welcome to Elstree Film School, a training facility based at Elstree Film Studios, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire. We teach a variety of Film, TV and new media related courses ranging from film-making, lighting, camera operation and video, to TV & Film scriptwriting, screenwriting, music and sound design courses.

Industry Introduction Courses

• Viral Video Training Course (1 day)
  
  Video marketing on websites such as YouTube, Yahoo! video or Google is all the rage. But how do viral videos actually work, and how can they be produced and marketed effectively and with some guarantee of success? This unique one day Viral Video training course guides you through all of the most important aspects of producing and marketing your very own viral videos.
• The Film and TV Industry - An Introduction (1 Day)
  
  If you've ever thought about a career in film or television, then this course is for you!

Digital Video Camera Courses

• Essential Digital Video Cameras (1 day)
  
  If you wish to get to grips with the latest digital video equipment then this course will provide you with all the information you need to get up to speed, gaining a solid foundation of practical knowledge. We will present an overview of the equipment currently available and show you the best ways of setting up your camera to get the shot you want - the way you want it to look.
• The Art of Photography (1 day)
  
  Under the guidance of our professional photographer you will learn many of the photographic fundamentals including: determining exposure, controlling the colour cast, focal length, lens aperture and how best to frame your image in a variety of situations. At the conclusion of the course you will find yourself well on the way to creating superb photographs, quickly and confidently.

Video Editing Courses

• An Introduction to Final Cut Pro (1 day)
  
  If you have never used Final Cut Pro before and are looking to gain an insight into this superb software, our one day course is ideal.
• Essential Final Cut Pro Techniques (2 days)
  
  Learn the specific functionality that you require of this software to create polished and convincing film, video and movie clips.
• The Complete Final Cut Pro Training Course (3 days)
  
  3 days of intensive learning on this superb package will give you a complete understanding of the power of this software, and how you can get the very best out of it for your film, TV and web related projects.
• Final Cut Studio (2 days)
  
  A fantastic 2 day overview in how to utilise the power and versatility of Final Cut Studio, Apples premier video editing software.
• DVD Studio Pro (1 day)
  
  Learn how to create professional DVDs using this powerful and versatile Apple software.
• Essential Adobe Premiere Pro Techniques (1 day)
  
  Discover the quickest and most refined techniques for achieving what you want from this powerful and sophisticated software package.
• The Magic of Adobe After Effects (1 day)
  
  Adobe After Effects is a unique software that allows you to create sophisticated special effects for film and TV productions. Learn how to master this innovative package in our intensive 1 day course.
• The Art Of Podcasting (1 day)
  
  Our beginners guide to the art of Podcasting will have you on your way to producing fresh, interesting content: from the subject matter and how to make the most of it, to the recording, editing and mixing down of your polished professional Podcast.
• Apple Motion (2 days)
  
  For those looking to gain a complete mastery of Apple's Motion software, this course comprehensively covers working with Motion's real-time design engine and interface.
• The Animation Workshop (1 day)
  
  An inspiring and creative extravaganza designed for those who wish to quickly master a variety of animation techniques and effects, to spice up web creations and or to apply to YouTube videos, DVD menus, advertisements, games, presentations and other new media projects.

Green Screen Courses

• The Complete Chromakey Green Screen Training Course (3 days)
  
  This 3 day intensive course teaches you how to achieve superb green screen results just like the professionals. This course includes our days 1, 2 and 3 below at a specially discounted price.
• An Introduction to Chromakey Green Screen Techniques (1 day)
  
  A detailed introduction into the world of green screen lighting and filming techniques and how you can best purchase, setup and utilise your very own green screen studio on a budget.
• Practical Chromakey Green Screen Setups (1 day)
  
  A day of practical demonstrations and hands-on exercises of a variety of green screen setups and lighting combinations.
• Chromakey Green Screen Plugins (1 day)
  
  Master the art of effective keying of your green screen footage with this exhaustive workshop utilising the most popular Chromakey plugins available for After Effects, Premiere and Final Cut Pro.

Scriptwriting Courses

• Film and TV Scriptwriting - An Introduction (2 days)
  
  If you've ever wanted to write screenplays that sizzle but don't know where to start, this course shows you the way.
• Comedy Scriptwriting Course (1 day)
  
  This course provides everything the comedy writer needs to get started including an analysis of the contemporary comedy market, and the tools required to write sketches, create a sitcom, write a 'dramady' (comedy-drama), or a big screen film comedy.