Short Film Production 101

This is a high-impact, hands-on program designed to take you from a blank page to a finished film. Hosted at the MastaCrafta Hub, this course bridges the gap between raw creative talent and professional technical execution.

7th - 28th March 2026

4 Weekends

Duration

15%

Theory

100+

Speakers

8HR

Workshops

You won’t just learn the theory; you’ll use professional gear, collaborate with local creatives, and walk away with a portfolio piece that proves your skill.

Let’s join together

Saturdays

Days

85%

Practicals

Magic is believing in yourself.

Why Choose MastaCrafta Hub?

No Gear? No Problem

Use our equipment during the workshops.

Studio Access:

Train in a real world media environment

Local Networking:

Meet your future DP, Editor, or Lead Actor right here in M8.

Convenience

Free on-site parking and easy links from Manchester City Centre..

The film industry can feel like a closed club, but the tools to tell your story are already in your hands.

Course

Schedules

Module 1

Module 2

The Blueprint

This module lays the foundational plan for your production, transforming raw concepts into a viable shooting script and production roadmap.

10:00 - 14:00

Conceptualisation | Scriptwriting | Storyboarding

The Look & Sound

This module ensures you are competent and confident operating professional-grade cinema equipment before the high-pressure shoot day.

10:00 - 14:00

Camera Operations | Lighting | Audio Recording

Module 3

Module 4

The Shoot

This is the ultimate test of pre-production, requiring precise execution of the shooting script and a high level of crew coordination.

10:00 - 14:00

Live Set Management | Directing | Capturing Raw Footage

The Cut

Transforming the raw footage into a polished, final product. Students will dive into the post-production pipeline, using industry-standard software (DaVinci Resolve or Premiere Pro) to perform essential tasks

10:00 - 14:00

Post production | Editing | Colour Grading