News from Filmmakers Academy: new courses and app plus a livestreamed masterclass

Filmmakers Academy, a new premium online learning community, just launched an app (iOS and Android) to allow members 24/7, always-on, access to more than 800 hours of instruction from leading film industry professionals. The app is available from the Apple Store, Google Play, Amazon, and Roku.

In other news this month, noted cinematographer Shane Hurlbut ASC hosts an interactive livestreamed “Camera, Lens, and Filter Masterclass” on Saturday 29 January at 10am Pacific Time. Registration is required for this three-hour, one-time-only learning session ($125 for FA All Access members, $250 general).

Filmmakers Academy replaces and expands upon the legacy of Hurlbut Academy, which has mentored thousands of cinematographers over the past decade. All Access annual members enjoy unlimited access to more than 60 courses covering cinematography, directing, lighting, camera and lenses, grading and more. Members also join special learning sessions and a networking community of experts and peers. 

“All this year, we will be growing our roster to include new courses for producers, sound, production design, editors and wellness,” says CEO Lydia Hurlbut, pointing to the new “Unscripted Camera Operating” course by Sherri Kauk. “We’re currently developing courses and content designed to help members keep mind, body and soul at peace in our incredibly demanding industry.” 

All-Access Annual Memberships are available at the discounted price of $33 per month, billed annually. For more information, or to sign up for a free basic (trial) membership visit here.