Sydney Actors School
Diploma of Screen and Media
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)The first year of training is foundational acting training that will provide you with the skills required to begin your development as an actor. The Diploma is the first year of this two year course; completed over two 20-week semesters, four days per week.
This first year of training provides the foundational skills and knowledge required to perform as an actor, in a wide variety of contexts in the contemporary screen and electronic media industries. This includes work in television, film, special effects performance, web-projects and voice-over.
Throughout this intensive first year of training, you will above all develop your creative habit; whilst cultivating strong skills in core acting techniques, voice, movement, working with text, research and improvisation. Throughout your training, you will identify your existing strengths as an actor, your areas for improvement, and gain the appropriate tools and exercises to take your acting to the next level of performance.
Delivery mode
Sydney Actors School offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 242 Young Street, Waterloo, NSW
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Screen and Media will prepare you for the following roles.
Audio Visual Technician
An Audio Visual Technician operates equipment on film, television, radio or stage productions. You might be involved in recording footage, ensuring...
Animator
An Animator produces illustrated scenes using 2D or 3D techniques to tell a story or convey a message. You might be involved in planning and design...
3D Modeller
A 3D Modeller creates scenes using a range of physical materials. You might make characters or landscapes and use techniques to create movement or...
Digital Animator
A Digital Animator uses a range of technologies to produce animated scenes for use in various media. Your animations may be used online or for tele...
Media Researcher
Media Researchers support the production team at television networks, radio stations, newspapers, and magazines, as well as non-traditional media o...
Videographer
A Videographer is responsible for capturing high-quality video footage for various projects, including events, corporate functions, promotional con...
Multimedia Artist
A Multimedia Artist creates visual content across multiple platforms, including digital, print, animation, and video media, utilising software tool...
Associate Producer
An Associate Producer supports the production process in film, television, or digital media, assisting with project coordination and management. Yo...
Post Production Manager
A Post Production Manager oversees the final stages of film and video production, ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget. T...
VFX Artist
A VFX Artist creates visual effects for films, television, and video games. You might work on everything from creating realistic explosions to desi...
About Sydney Actors School
Sydney Actors School has a clear vision; we are about providing the most personalised, hands-on, practical training in acting in the World. We are a Sydney based acting school described as a creative hub for actors and musical theatre performers. Sydney Actors School is the premier acting school in Sydney offering acting courses at a diploma and an advanced diploma level.
