AFTRS offers a range of introductory short courses taught by Australia’s best and brightest industry experts, covering a range of disciplines and areas in the film, television, radio and creative industries.
Designed for the absolute beginner, AFTRS’ introductory courses will give you key knowledge, skills and hands-on experience that you can apply straight away. Whether you want to launch your career in screen and broadcast, pick up a new skill, or dive into a new craft, AFTRS has plenty of offerings that will help you get familiar with your chosen area.
Our introductory courses are open to those aged 16+, offering a perfect early introduction to the industry, and an opportunity to learn new skills.
AFTRS offers courses online and on-campus at our state-of-the-art facilities in Moore Park.
Introductory courses
Intro to Directing
Explore all facets of directing and a director’s responsibilities from pre-production through to post-production, including coverage, visual storyt...
Learn MoreIntro to Producing & Screen Business
Learn all facets of a producer and their responsibilities from the conception of a screen project to bringing it to market.
Learn MoreIntro to Screenwriting
Learn the foundational principles of genre, theme, character, plot and structure used by professional screenwriters.
Learn MoreIntro to Documentary
Learn to tell powerful true stories and connect with your audience through documentary.
Learn MoreIntro to VFX & 3D Animation
Get to know the processes, terminology, workflow and jobs behind contemporary digital post-production, visual effects and animation
Learn MoreRead about AFTRS’ Short Courses guidelines, refund and discount policies.