On November 4, 2024, the New York Film Academy’s New York City campus hosted students and faculty from Shanghai Normal University (SHNU) for a one-week documentary filmmaking workshop, Seeing New York. The special program was launched with a signing ceremony between leaders of both institutions, marking the beginning of a new chapter in their ongoing collaboration.
Throughout the week, SHNU students explored the art of documentary filmmaking under the guidance of NYFA faculty, immersing themselves in New York’s vibrant culture and learning NYFA’s signature hands-on approach to storytelling. The workshop concluded with a graduation ceremony where students showcased their completed works, celebrating a week of creative growth and cross-cultural exchange.