Film and Animation Summer School
Nerve Centre Belfast, W5 Life, Odyssey Place, 2 Queens Quay & The MAC, 10 Exchange St, West, Belfast BT1 2NJ
Admission: Free
Two art forms, one production!
Explore how live action and animation come together in this five-day summer programme for 15-19 year olds.
Choose a strand — film or animation — and work as part of a production team to create a short film that blends both styles.
You’ll collaborate with other young creatives and end the week with a showcase celebration!
Closing date for applications: 5pm, Monday 28 July
What's Involved...
- Join a production team and create a short film from scratch
- Write briefs and shot lists to combine live action and animation
- Take part in a showcase event for friends and family on the final day
What You'll Learn...
- The full filmmaking process: From pre-production to post-production
- Filmmakers: The basics of cinematography, sound recording and editing
- Animators: How to design and animate using Procreate Dreams
Additional Info...
- In-person, 5 day workshop delivered in Belfast
- On Tuesday, you’ll spend the day at The MAC, Belfast — using their gallery space and the surrounding area at St Anne’s Square as creative inspiration for your project.
- Apply for the area that interests you the most — Film or Animation
- Participants must attend all 5 days
- For ages 15–19
- All equipment provided
About Northern Ireland Screen Academies
Northern Ireland Screen Academies offer young people aged 16–19 the chance to dive into the exciting world of the screen industries. Whether you're into film, animation, games, or visual effects, our academies provide free, hands-on training and mentorship to help you kickstart your career.
Courses vary throughout the year, so check back to see what's on offer.
