Sydney Film School
Diploma of Screen and Media
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)CUA51015 Diploma of Screen and Media is a one year practical, hands-on introductory course, where students experience the multiple disciplines of filmmaking and screen production.
This full-time course, comprising of semesters of 20 weeks each, enables students to work across a slate of scripted narrative and documentary film productions. In this real-world production environment, students learn screen storytelling techniques, production craft, and technical skills, under training by passionate industry-qualified tutors. Students are trained in professional approaches to development, pre-production, production, post-production and distribution, and the technical craft of camera, lighting, grip, sound and editing equipment, as well as gaining a wide range of experience in all key crew roles across a range of screen production projects.
Delivery mode
Sydney Film School offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
- 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 Film School
Sydney Film School was founded to teach the essential filmmaking ‘tools’ necessary for a successful career in the global film industry. It is an intense training experience where our students learn how to be filmmakers. Through producing and crewing a significant number of films, students gain both the skills to be employed by the industry and create their own productions. Since Sydney Film School’s inception, alumni have gone onto successful careers across the planet and create a network for new students to build relationships with.
