Overview
In this introductory Smartphone Filmmaking and Visual Storytelling innovative course from Tallinn University, you will learn the fundamental skills needed to begin your smartphone filmmaking journey. For too long, film has been an elitist subject, with high barriers to entry, mainly caused by the expense of the technology involved, and limited access to resources. This three week workshop will focus on using smartphones to democratize the entire filmmaking process and thereby greatly increase the diversity of stories being told – opening up new approaches and avenues of thought, while inspiring the next generation of diverse filmmakers and reaching new and underserved audiences.
Key features
Tejas Ewing will teach you how to make the most of your smartphone in multiple different situations and how to create stories where filming on smartphones is a benefit. This is a hands-on class where you will use your own smartphone for individual and group activities, and where you’ll also be shown real examples of interesting smartphone films, and innovative ways to promote and distribute them online.
By the end of the course, every group of students will have created a completed short film that is ready to be distributed online and submitted to smartphone film festivals!
Programme Structure
Programme structure:
- In this course, you will learn all the skills you need to make your own films, and everyone will play a significant role in the creation of an original film during the course
- This film can be used as part of a portfolio, and the course will include instruction and advice on how to promote and distribute this film, and how to continue with filmmaking and global impact work in the future
- You will take home valuable teamwork and leadership skills and amazing insights into using new media to create positive social impact
- In short, this is a crash course in filmmaking by doing, and participants will be inspired and energized throughout the class.
- Classes take place from Monday to Friday. First week: classes from 10 am to 4 pm.
- Second, third week: independent work in groups, online classes and consultations with the teacher.
Lecturers
Tejas Ewing
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 19 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
Credits
Delivered
- Semi-structured
- Regular mandatory meetings
- Continuous support with feedback on request, Proactive tutoring and support
- Individual work/assignments (with online group discussions), Online group works/assignments
Disciplines
Visual Arts AnimationAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- The only requirement is to own a working smartphone and a desire to learn.
Tuition Fee
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International
400 EUR/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 400 EUR for the full programme during 19 days. -
EU/EEA
400 EUR/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 400 EUR for the full programme during 19 days.
- 350 EUR – early-bird course fee (until November 30).
- 400 EUR – regular course fee.
Living costs for Tallinn
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.