At the New York Film Academy’s acting for film school, faculty members and curriculum are focused on providing students with the real world know-how to help them achieve their goals. These achievements are the result of their hard work, perseverance, talent and circumstances. Below are some of the positions and networks in which our alumni have worked:
Hands-On Degrees, Programs, and Workshops at NYFA
At NYFA’s Acting for Film School, aspiring actors get intensive training in screen acting and modern on-camera acting techniques. NYFA places emphasis on providing practical experience and hands-on education to our students so they can develop their craft and prepare for the art of acting for film.
As NYFA strives to make education in performance and visual arts accessible to a wide range of students, our Acting for Film School is a diverse community where storytellers from all over the world collaborate and begin to build their creative network.
Acting for
Film Degrees
NYFA offers undergraduate AFA and BFA degree programs and a graduate MFA degree program for students with a strong passion for acting for film. In every degree program, students study the principles of acting through core classes and time spent in front of the camera.
Students learn to break down, analyze, and rehearse scenes, gaining a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the craft of acting while building a reel that demonstrates their talent. As our Acting for Film degree programs differ in availability at our NYFA campuses, please see each program for more information.
Acting for Film
Certificate Programs
The 1 and 2-Year Certificate Programs, offered at our NYFA New York, Los Angeles, and South Beach campuses, are ideal for aspiring actors looking to build their skills and confidence in acting for film rapidly.
Students begin acting from the first week of the program, getting the opportunity to practice their techniques and skills in front of the camera. To learn more about similar programs at NYFA Australia, please click here.
Acting for Film Workshops
In NYFA’s acting for film workshops, aspiring actors can learn fundamentals skills and techniques to build their confidence and acting expertise. NYFA offers both full-time and part-time evening workshops at several campuses and locations. For students who wish to take classes remotely, there are also a selection of online workshops.
The 1-Semester Acting For Film Program is held at NYFA Florence and NYFA Australia. Many students use this program as a study abroad opportunity.
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The 12-Week Evening Acting For Film Workshop is a part-time program held in the evenings. All classes are typically scheduled on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays with the potential of weekend classes. Hours may vary.
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The 8-Week Acting for Film Workshop is a full-time program, and classes are typically scheduled Monday through Friday. There is the potential of Saturday classes.
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The 6-Week Holiday Acting for Film Workshop is a full-time program held over the winter break. Classes are typically scheduled Monday through Friday with the potential of Saturday classes.
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The 6-Week Acting for Film Workshop is a full-time program. Classes are typically scheduled Monday through Friday with the potential of Saturday classes.
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The 4-Week Acting for Film Workshop is a full-time program. Classes are typically scheduled Monday through Friday with the potential of Saturday classes.
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The 3-Week Acting for Film Workshop is a full-time program. Classes are typically scheduled Monday through Friday with the potential of Saturday classes.
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The 1-Week Acting for Film Workshop is a full-time program. Classes are typically scheduled Monday through Friday.
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Online Acting for Film Workshops
In addition to our in-person workshops, NYFA has a variety of online acting for film workshops. These workshops are an excellent fit for actors and performers who want to gain on-camera experience and enhance their acting and auditioning skills.
The 15-Week Online Acting for Film Workshop is a part-time program held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. There is an additional class on Wednesday evenings for weeks 14 and 15.
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The 8-Week Online Acting for Film Workshop is a full-time program held Monday through Friday. All classes are scheduled typically run in three x 3hr sessions from morning to evening.
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The 4-Week Online Acting for Film Workshop is a full-time program held Monday through Friday. All classes are scheduled typically run in three x 3hr sessions from morning to evening.
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The 2-Week Online Acting for Film Workshop is a full-time program held Monday through Friday. All classes are scheduled typically run in three x 3hr sessions from morning to evening.
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The 1-Week Online Acting for Film Workshop is a full-time program held Monday through Friday. All classes are scheduled typically run in three x 3hr sessions from morning to evening.
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In this part-time, evening 5-Week workshop, students study different areas of voiceover, including commercials, promo, and animation. The workshop runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Projects include a reel and immersive exercises that hone voice performance skills.
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Acting for Film
School Faculty
NYFA’s acting for film instructors are all professional, working actors, writers, directors, producers, and veterans of Hollywood and the film industry, as well as independent film and television. Through their experience, NYFA’s faculty help students hone their skills and build upon their talent.
Acting for Film
School Alumni
NYFA strives to offer an intensive and focused education that provides practical training and experience. The success of our graduates in any chosen professional pathway depends on multiple factors, and the achievements of any NYFA alumni are the result of their hard work, perseverance, talent and circumstances.
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Please note: Equipment, curriculum, and projects are subject to change and may vary depending on location. Students should consult the most recently published campus catalog for the most up-to-date curriculum.