Information on careers, institutions and practical courses in film and television.

• Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE)
  Australia's peak non-profit registered training organisation for the Australian computer games industry, established in 1996. Specialises in 3D computer graphics, games programming and games design. Offers a variety of courses including a Diploma in Computer Game Design. Academy created the Australian Games Developers Conference (AGDC) to showcase to the world Australian developer talent. http://www.agdc.com.au Course information, links to Australian game developers.
  http://www.aie.act.edu.au/
  
  
• Acting School 'The Actors Pulse'
  Learn a unique step by step approach to acting, dubbed in the USA the technique that works. “ The Meisner Technique”. Setting the standard for the training of an actor in Sydney.
  http://www.theactorspulse.com
  
  
• Actors Centre Australia
  A creative facility providing 5 acting programs: the Journey - 2.5 year Advanced Diploma in Performing Arts; RAP - 3 day inspirational intensive for professionals; The Power of Acting - 1-year part time acting empowerment program; The Winner's series - 12 short courses offering specific skills; Drop In Classes - keep toned and tuned or experience for the first time the adventure of acting.
  http://www.actorscentre.com.au
  
  
• Actors College of Theatre and Television
  ACTT is Australia's leading independent college for the performing arts, offering accredited qualifications in acting, music theatre, stage management or technical production. Whether you are experienced or just starting, ACTT can offer the right course for you. Part time short courses in acting, acting for camera and singing are perfect for those who want to get started, while accredited qualification courses are available for those who want to develop their skills further to become a professional actor.
  http://www.actt.edu.au/
  
  
• Actors Ink
  The acting program at Actors Ink focuses on the development of specific skills and techniques required for both theatre and film.
  http://actorsink.com.au
  
  
• Adelaide University - Masters Digital Media
  The University of Adelaide offers 1.5 year post professional digital media degrees in Architecture and Design at the School of Architecture, Landscape Architecture and Urban Design. The School's Masters Digital Media Suite provides opportunities for advanced digital media studies in art, architecture and design. Specialist areas such as 3D animation, architectural visualisation, game and interaction design are options.
  http://www.arch.adelaide.edu.au/mdm/
  
  
• APA International Film School
  APA offers industry based, practical, government accredited training programmes ranging from Certificate IV to Advanced Diploma of Screen, specifically designed for anyone who wishes to work in the film and television industry. All tutors are from the industry and productions are shot on both 16mm and digital video. The programmes are open to local and overseas students.
  http://www.apa.edu.au
  
  
• Art and Technology of Make-Up College
  Art & Technology of Make-Up College, established in 1966, is the first and longest running fully- professional training college in Australia. Graduates work in Australia and overseas in all facets of film, television, fashion, theatre, opera, video clips, commercials and special effects. Site provides information on full and part time courses and masterclasses.
  http://www.makeupeffectscollege.com/
  
  
• Arts Media Consultants (formerly TEAME)
  ArtsMedia Consultants offers a range of specialist professional services to corporate, media and arts & cultural industry clients.
  http://www.artsmedia.com.au
  
  
• Australian College of Make-Up and Special Effects
  Detailed courses and services offered in relation to vocational education for make-up and special effects artists.
  http://www.makeupcollege.com.au
  
  
• Australian Film, Television and Radio School (AFTRS)
  The AFTRS is the national centre for professional education and advanced training in film, broadcasting and interactive media for Australian citizens and permanent residents. A variety of full-time courses (mostly at postgraduate level) are conducted in Sydney and hundreds of short courses are conducted nationwide each year. AFTRS also offers online courses. The library catalogue is available on the web site.
  http://www.aftrs.edu.au
  
  
• Bachelor of Film and Television at Swinburne University of Technology
  Swinburne University of Technology Bachelor of Film and Television is a three-year bachelor degree that has a special emphasis on digital media outcomes in broadcast, film, video production and post production, computer/ video game development and mobile network telecommunications, particularly in relation to advanced production skills, creative direction and project management.
  http://www.swin.edu.au/design
  
  
• Cinewest
  Cinewest in Auburn, Sydney, organises workshop and initiatives for new filmmakers including Shooting West, a full day of screenings, information sessions, hands-on workshops and the opportunity to meet filmamkers at casula Powerhouse Arts Centre.
  http://www.cinewest.org.au/
  
  
• Commonwealth Government Education Portal
  The Education Portal is the online entry point to a comprehensive array of Commonwealth Government information and services concerning all aspects and levels of education in Australia.
  http://www.education.gov.au/
  
  
• Creative Digital TV
  Creative Digital regularly provide opportunities for new film makers and actors to gain hands on industry experience through our internship program, acting opportunities and courses. What sets us apart in the educational domain is that all our training videos and multimedia resouirces are developed and produced by qualified trainers. we are no slouches when it comes to world class commercial TV either. Visit our website for more information.
  http://www.creativedigital.tv
  
  
• Cyber Film School
  Owned and operated by Canada's Internet Film Group Inc, Cyber Film School provides links, articles and a selection of the top filmmaking resources for sale.
  http://www.cyberfilmschool.com/
  
  
• Digital Media World
  DMW Online is a gateway to the world of computer arts, video, digital imaging, design and creativity including news, reviews and profiles of the digital content creation community. DMW also publishes the invaluable Creative Services Directory, a comprehensive listing of companies providing services and products plus education and training.
  http://www.dmw.com.au/
  
  
• Frampton Institute of Cinemagraphic Make-Up, The
  Web Site detailing a private provider of Government accredited film and television education in a Diploma of Cinemagraphic Make-up. Also provides hyperlinks to a movie database and links to other industry sites.
  http://www.framptoninstitute.com.au
  
  
• Getting Creative
  Getting Creative is a new educational initiative aimed at sharing the experience of the industry's finest and inspiring anyone with the desire to shoot great pictures. Emmy nominee, Pieter de Vries ACS, one of this country's most accomplished cinematographers, shares his wealth of experience through Getting Creative, a unique educational experience for cinematographers.
  http://www.gettingcreative.com.au
  
  
• Global Film School
  An online global film school that will marry three of the world's most respected professional training institutions for film and television education with the global reach and interactive potential of the Internet.
  http://www.globalfilmschool.com/
  
  
• Impart Corporation Pty Ltd
  Joint ventures between commercial and university partners have resulted in Cooperative Multimedia Centres (CMCs) committed to leading edge activities that help lift Australia's multimedia capability. The CMCs receive funding from the Federal Government under DETYA's CMC program.
  http://www.impart.com.au
  
  
• IT Skills Hub
  Portal for individuals, educators and employers who need to get the bigger picture on IT skills in Australia. Information and resources on education, training, development and services.
  http://www.itskillshub.com.au/
  
  
• JMC Academy
  Founded in 1982 by John Martin Cass, JMC Academy is Australia's largest Creative Industries Training Provider, offering Certificates, Diplomas, Advanced Diplomas and Degrees in association with some of Australia's most prestigious Universities. The JMC Academy's specialised programs include Audio Engineering and Sound Production, Digital Animation, Digital Television Production, Music Business Management and Music Performance.
  http://www.jmc.net.au
  
  
• LAMP (Laboratory of Advanced Media Production)
  The Laboratory of Advanced Media Production - (LAMP), an initiative of the Australian Film TV and Radio School is one of the world's premiere, emerging media development Labs. LAMP is an industry-focused compelling mix of seminars, workshops, immersive rapid prototyping residentials and product development. Project teams from around Australia are guided by mentors and industry partners with expertise in technical, business, design and user experience. LAMP creates and develops compelling cross-media entertainment for emerging global media markets.
  http://www.lamp.edu.au
  
  
• Mad Academy
  The multilmedia animation and design (mad) academy is the first such school in the Asia Pacific to receive accreditation from world-leading animation software house Discreet, making it part of a global network of training centres designed to train novices and professionals for the digital content creation industry.This accreditation gives all mad academy* course graduates a qualification that is recognised throughout the computer animation and digital production community in the USA, Europe, and Asia.
  http://www.madacademy.com.au
  
  
• Making Fantastic Short Films
  Educational filmmaking DVD for kids including a complete course for primary and secondary schools. Additional resources available for teachers.
  http://makingfantasticshortfilms.com/
  
  
• Master of Animation, University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
  University of Technology Sydney (UTS) has launched Australia‚s only postgraduate course 100% devoted to studying Animation. The Master of Animation course is for those with professional experience but perhaps no qualifications or recent graduates who want to specialise in Animation. The flexible course commences in 2005.
  http://www.dab.uts.edu.au/animation
  
  
• Metro Screen
  Metro Screen is a centre for independent screen production, training and exhibition. Metro's vision is a strong independent Australian screen culture which is innovative, representative and diverse. The site contains information about Metro's accredited and short video, television and new media training courses, video and new media facilities and range of cultural projects.
  http://www.metroscreen.org.au/
  
  
• myfuture
  Australia's leading career information service. The information on education, training and employment includes the movie theatre, television and video industries and their related occupations.
  http://www.myfuture.edu.au/
  
  
• National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA)
  NIDA full time courses are recognised for the award of degrees, graduate diplomas and associate diplomas in eight specialised areas: Acting, Design, Technical Production, Direction, Theatre Crafts, Production Management, Voice and Movement Studies.
  http://www.nida.edu.au
  
  
• Online Screenwriting Courses
  A collection of online scriptwriting/ screenwriting/playwriting courses & classes for distance education students.
  http://www.allschoolsandlearning.com/onlinecoursesclasses/scriptscreenwritingprograms.html
  
  
• OPEN Channel
  Open Channel Co-operative has served as Victoria's leading community media resource centre for independent film, video and television production for twenty one years. A place where emerging screen practitioners can gain experience and acquire skills. It provides support services and facilities for filmmakers and community groups.
  http://www.openchannel.org.au
  
  
• QANTM College
  QANTM College educates students across the specialised disciplines of games programming, animation, multimedia, graphic design and digital film making.
  http://www.qantm.com
  
  
• Queensland School of Film and Television, The
  QSFT is Australia's leading private film school. Find information on the school, explore the courses we have to offer, and even download some of our students' work.
  http://www.qsft.qld.edu.au/
  
  
• RMIT University - Department of Creative Media
  The courses cover indepth a number of convergent disciplines including screenwriting (film, TV & Digital media), novel and performance writing, editing (all forms), web writing & design and sound & video production.
  http://www.rmit.edu.au/creativemedia
  
  
• RMIT University - School of Applied Communications (Media)
  This course combines three components: a professional production specialisationin TV (or radio) across established and emerging media forms; a grounding in communication theory and practice; and a contextual studies specialisation. Students undertake an innovative combination of analytical, creative and technical training within a variety of cultural, industrial and communication contexts.
  http://www.rmit.edu.au/appliedcommunication/media
  
  
• SAE Institute - World HQ - Byron Bay
  With over 46 locations world-wide, SAE Institute is the World's largest digital media college. SAE Byron Bay offers nationally, internationally and industry recognized programs ranging from Certificate II to Degree and the opportunity to continue to BA Honours and Master of Arts qualifications via our International Graduate College. Our courses are accelerated, hands-on and practical, allowing you to complete a full Bachelor of Digital Media within just 2 years. Courses offered include: Audio Engineering, Digital Film Making, Multimedia & Webdesign and Music Business.
  http://www.saebyronbay.com
  
  
• Screaming Theatre
  Screaming Theatre is a non-profit organisation that started as a drama school for young people before widening its scope to teaching film and digital video production, web site design, interactive media, and various other artistic and performative mediums. Courses and content are adapted to meet participant aims and abilities, and technological / industrial change.
  http://screamingtheatre.com/
  
  
• Screen Actors Studio
  The Screen Actors Studio trains and represents over 400 actors in Melbourne and regional Victoria. It trains actors in American-style 'method acting'.
  http://www.screenactors.com.au/
  
  
• Screen Skill Australia
  Specialist training for the screen - for actors, directors and writers with top industry professionals. We offer a Diploma in Screencraft covering all aspects of professional screen production. Also, Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and advanced standing to University. Coming soon: Introduction to Documentary. Further course information listed on web-site.
  http://www.screenskill.com.au
  
  
• ScreenACT
  ScreenACT is the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) Office of Film, Television and Digital Media. ScreenACT aims to advance the capability and professionalism of these industry sectors in Canberra and the region, and to promote the ACT and surrounding area as a filming location. The agency liaises with organisations and persons of interest to the industry sectors.
  http://www.screenact.act.gov.au/
  
  
• SCREENWISE
  Australia's Premiere Film & TV School exclusively for ACTORS, including Screen Acting Courses and Casting Opportunities for Producers & Directors.
  http://www.screenwise.com.au
  
  
• Summer School in Filmmaking
  Outlines courses, dates and presenters who teach at this intensive film summer film school which is open to aspiring filmmakers of any age or background. Held in association with the Cinema Studies Program at Melbourne University.
  http://www.summerfilmschool.com/
  
  
• Sydney College of the Arts, The University of Sydney
  SCA offers a one-year Master of Film and Digital Image (MFDI) degree designed for those who wish to write, critique and make digital film, video and audio works in an art, documentary or cinematic context. Bachelor, Masters and Doctoral degrees are also offered through the Electronic and Temporal Arts studio.
  http://www.usyd.edu.au/sca
  
  
• Sydney Film School
  Private film school in Sydney. Courses elements include: film and digital video production, production management, sound design and mixing, film production, documentary making, production design, experimental film, cinematography, acting / directing, digital editing, storyboarding, script writing, film editing.
  http://www.sydneyfilmschool.com
  
  
• Sydney International Film School
  Sydney International Film School trains its students in both craft and business skills to establish a career in film. SiFS courses are specifically designed to create Directors, Producers and Screenwriters who are career-ready upon graduation.
  http://www.sifs.com.au
  
  
• Top End Aboriginal Bush Broadcasting Association (TEABBA)
  Top End Aboriginal Bush Broadcasting Association (TEABBA) was formed by Top End community members who recognised the need to encourage and assist the development of local broadcasting and information services at all remote communities under the government's Broadcasting Remote Aboriginal Community Scheme (BRACS). TEABBA also runs community video and web page workshops.
  http://www.teabba.com.au/
  
  
• Victorian College of the Arts (VCA) School of Film and Television
  Site contains general information about the school and the courses offered by the Victorian College of the Arts. Also contains information on recent student productions at the school and coming events.
  http://www.vca.unimelb.edu.au/ftv
  
  
• Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts
  The Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), Edith Cowan University was established in 1980 to provide performing arts tuition comparable to the highest calibre of national and international training benchmarks to be able to meet industry needs around the globe.
  http://waapa.ecu.edu.au/
  
  
• X Media Lab
  Internationally-acclaimed digital media think-tank and creative workshop. Full of information and video interviews with digital media powerbrokers.
  http://www.xmedialab.com