Film and Animation Summer School
Workshops & Programmes

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

Admission

Free

Run Times & Intervals

10am – 4pm (Monday to Thursday) & 11am – 1pm (Friday)

Age Guidance

15-19 year-olds

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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!

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Sign up for Animation Week

Closing date for applications: Monday 28 July, 5pm

What's Involved...

  • Work collaboratively in production teams to create a short film
  • Work to a brief and shot list combining live action and animation
  • Showcase your work to friends and family with a special screening event
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What You'll Learn...

  • The end-to-end process of filmmaking, from pre-production to post-production
  • Filmmakers will learn the basics of cinematography, sound and editing
  • Animators will gain experience using Procreate and Procreate Dreams to create animated sequences
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Additional Info...

  • 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
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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.

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