54-833 Directing for Film

6 units, Carnegie Mellon University

A combination lecture and workshop for graduate directors to introduce a comprehensive approach to filmmaking. Beginning with the dramatic structure of the screenplay and ending with non linear video editing, each director will explore visual storytelling with the camera. They will learn to organize workflow and its implications as they create a number of original short films.

Prerequisites: none listed

Offered: Fall 2026, Fall 2025

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