FREE ROYALTY
FREE ROYALTY
Elevate Your Creativity
OUR FILM COURSE
The Film Program at Free Royalty Academy is designed to equip aspiring filmmakers with the skills, knowledge, and hands-on experience needed to thrive in the modern entertainment industry. Our curriculum includes courses such as Directing Techniques, Cinematography & Lighting, Screenwriting, Editing & Post-Production, Virtual Production, and Phone Filmmaking, ensuring students master both traditional and cutting-edge filmmaking methods. With access to 21st-century equipment, including high-end cinema cameras, Unreal Engine-powered LED Volume stages, professional editing suites, and virtual production technology, students learn through real-world applications and immersive training. Our innovative teaching approach blends industry mentorship, hands-on learning, and creative storytelling to prepare students for a future in film, television, and digital media.
"Where Filmmakers Are Made, and Stories Come to Life."​
FILMMAKING PROGRAM - COURSE CURRICULUM
Each course at Free Royalty Academy is designed to provide hands-on training with 21st-century filmmaking equipment, ensuring students are industry-ready with the latest tools and techniques in modern storytelling.
Fundamentals of Production
The Fundamentals of Production course provides students with a comprehensive introduction to the filmmaking process, covering key industry roles, set operations, and essential technical knowledge. Students will learn about crew positions, including Grip & Electric (G&E), Key Grip, Gaffer, Production Design, and Wardrobe, gaining hands-on experience in set construction, lighting, and scene composition. This course establishes a strong foundation in the logistics and teamwork required to execute a successful production, preparing students for specialized roles in film and television.
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INTRODUCTION TO FILM
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GRIP & ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT
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PRODUCTION & ART DESIGN
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PRODUCTION & WARDROBE
Screenwriting & Development
The Screenwriting & Development course equips students with the skills to craft compelling stories for film, television, and digital media. Covering creative writing, script structure, character development, and dialogue, students will learn how to bring their ideas to life. Specialized courses in writing for reality TV and documentary storytelling provide insight into unscripted content creation. Through hands-on exercises, script workshops, and professional feedback, students will develop the storytelling techniques needed to create engaging and marketable screenplays.
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CREATIVE WRITING FOR TV & FILM
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SCREENWRITING
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THE ART OF SHORT THE FILM
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WRITING & DEVELOPMENT FOR DOCUMENTARIES
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WRITING & DEVELOPMENT FOR REALITY SERIES
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FILM THEORY & HISTORY
Production & Production Management
The Producing & Production Management curriculum teaches students the essential skills needed to oversee and manage film and television productions from start to finish. Covering budgeting, scheduling, line producing, production coordination, and distribution strategies, students will learn how to navigate the business side of filmmaking. This course also explores film financing, marketing, and branding, ensuring graduates are equipped to successfully produce and launch their own projects. Through real-world case studies and hands-on experience, students will develop the leadership and organizational skills necessary to run efficient and successful productions.
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PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT & PRODUCING
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LINE PRODUCING & BUDGETING
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PRODUCTION COORDINATING
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FILM BUSINESS & DISTRIBUTION
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FILM MARKETING & BRANDING
Directing
The Directing curriculum at Free Royalty Academy prepares students to become visionary filmmakers by mastering the art of visual storytelling, scene composition, and working with actors and crew. Students will gain hands-on experience in directing techniques, casting, blocking, and multi-camera directing for various formats, including film, television, reality shows, commercials, music videos, and interviews. Through immersive training, industry mentorship, and real-world set simulations, aspiring directors will learn how to bring their creative vision to life while effectively managing a production.
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DIRECTING TECHNIQUES
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CASTING & AUDITIONING FOR DIRECTORS
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LIVE MULTI-CAMERA DIRECTING AND BROADCAST PRODUCTION
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DIRECTING COMMERICALS, MUSIC VIDEOS & COMMERCIALS
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EXPERIMENTAL & AVANTE GARDE FILMMAKING
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STUNT COORDINATION & ACTION FILMMAKING
Cinematography & Camera Operations – Overview
The Cinematography & Camera Operations curriculum trains students in the technical and artistic aspects of visual storytelling. Covering camera techniques, lighting setups, composition, and movement, students will learn how to create cinematic images using industry-standard equipment. This course explores camera crew roles, including Director of Photography (DP), Camera Operator, 1st AC, 2nd AC, Gaffer, and Key Grip, as well as hands-on training with dollys, jibs, gimbals, Steadicams, and LED volume virtual production technology. Through real-world projects, students will develop the skills needed to capture compelling visuals that enhance storytelling.
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CINEMATOGRAPHY & LIGHTING
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CAMERA & LENS TECHNIQUE
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COMPOSITION & VISUAL STORYTELLING
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CAMERA CREW & ROLES
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LIGHTING & GRIP TECHNIQUES
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DOLLY'S, JIBS'S, GIMBALS & STEADICAM
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VIRTUAL PRODUCTIONS & LEDVOLUME PRODUCTIONS
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PHONE FILMMAKING
POST PRODUCTION
The Cinematography & Camera Operations curriculum trains students in the technical and artistic aspects of visual storytelling. Covering camera techniques, lighting setups, composition, and movement, students will learn how to create cinematic images using industry-standard equipment. This course explores camera crew roles, including Director of Photography (DP), Camera Operator, 1st AC, 2nd AC, Gaffer, and Key Grip, as well as hands-on training with dollys, jibs, gimbals, Steadicams, and LED volume virtual production technology. Through real-world projects, students will develop the skills needed to capture compelling visuals that enhance storytelling.
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EDITING & POST PRODUCTION
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SOUND DESIGN, FOLLEY & MIXING
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COLOR GRADING & VISUAL EFFECTS (VFX)
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UNREAL ENGINE
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STORY PRODUCTION
FILMMAKING COURSE FOR KIDS & TEENS
Free Royalty Academy offers exciting and immersive Filmmaking Workshops designed specifically for kids and teens who are passionate about storytelling and filmmaking. These hands-on workshops introduce young creators to the fundamentals of directing, cinematography, screenwriting, and editing in a fun and engaging environment. Students will learn how to operate cameras, set up lighting, write scripts, and edit their own short films using industry-standard tools—but in a simplified, age-appropriate format. Through collaborative projects and real-world exercises, young filmmakers will gain confidence, creativity, and technical skills, preparing them for future success in the world of film and media.