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Are you ready to pursue a career in film and cinematography, but unsure of where to start? Look no further than the Film Connection film school in Kansas City. At Film Connection, students learn from the industry’s top film professionals in real-world settings. We offer courses that provide hands-on film education and connection to experienced filmmakers and film professionals.
Our program is designed to give aspiring filmmakers an immersive experience that provides them with the skills they need to succeed as a filmmaker. With us, you'll learn by doing. You’ll get personalized instruction from mentors who will work with you one-on-one to help you reach your goals. Through our mentor/extern model, we believe that learning happens best when teaching methods are tailored to each individual student's needs.
At Film Connection film school in Kansas City, the curriculum provides comprehensive hands-on instruction and mentorship that gives students insight into all aspects of filmmaking including story development, script writing, cinematography, editing, and post-production. As part of this program, they are also given opportunities to collaborate with filmmakers on actual projects like feature films or documentaries. This allows them to hone their skills and build relationships with people who can help them advance their career goals.
The goal of the curriculum at Film Connection film school is to provide students with a comprehensive foundation in all aspects of filmmaking and cinematography that will give them an edge over other graduates from traditional schools. From developing stories through script writing to shooting scenes using cameras and lights; from crewing up production teams to creating special effects; from mastering editing techniques to mixing soundtracks; our program covers it all!
Tuition rates at four-year universities can be exorbitant, especially when you factor in the cost of living in an expensive city like Los Angeles or New York. With the Film Connection Kansas City Film School, you don’t need to uproot your life and everything (friends, family, job) behind. Instead, you can stay right where you are and pay just a fraction of what you would pay at a four-year university. That way, you can save money on tuition and still get a quality education without having to make costly lifestyle changes.
The Film Connection Kansas City also offers remote-learning opportunities so that students can work with their schedules more easily. This makes it easier for working adults who may not have the time to commit themselves fully to attending traditional on-campus classes but still want to pursue filmmaking as a career path.
In addition to the comprehensive classroom curriculum, the faculty at Film Connection are highly experienced professionals who have worked on feature films, television shows, and commercials alike. With access to such expertise available in addition to the practical experience gained through working on actual projects during your studies provides graduates with a set of invaluable skills that will serve them well.
Whether you’re interested in learning more about directing, producing or editing films – or any aspect of filmmaking – attending Film Connection is an opportunity not to be missed! Access to professional networks within the industry as well as state-of-the-art equipment resources allows you to gain hands-on experience with industry-standard tools which gives them an advantage when entering the world of film after finishing their program.
Some of our graduates have gone on to become film directors, script writers, and production company owners. Others are creating and producing their own films across genres like documentary, drama, comedy, action, and animation
“After this course, I don’t just shoot video — I shape visuals.”
Howard P.
“I came in unsure and left with a new career path — this changed my life.”
Scott H.
“Creating a pitch deck helped me organize and present my script like a pro.”
Parker Z.
“The program didn’t just teach me how to write — it taught me how to think like a screenwriter.”
Morgan K.
“Thank you for the one of the greatest experiences of my life. My mentor is an awesome guy with great professionalism and knowledge!”
MJ Watson
“I leave this course ready to be hired — and useful on any set.”
Jamie D.
“The legal class saved me from making rookie mistakes with my contracts.”
Casey D.
“The difference between a passion project and a pitchable one is now clear.”
Riley I.
“I didn’t just write a script — I found my writer’s voice.”
Avery W.
“Every position on set taught me how stories get told — one task at a time.”
Taylor C.
“Thank you for the one of the greatest experiences of my life. My mentor is an awesome guy with great professionalism and knowledge!”
MJ Watson
“Now I know what kind of filmmaker I want to be.”
Morgan R.
“The feedback I received on my dialogue changed how I think about character voice.”
Drew H.
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