FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS What is Film School Online? How much are the courses? How can I pay? Do you teach digital filmmaking? Do I need Film School Online? What is the Audio Lecture Series? What is Film School Online? Film School Online is designed for aspiring filmmakers who cannot or prefer not to attend traditional film school because of time, location, or financial constraints. Our program offers affordable online courses that teach the entire filmmaking process, from script to screen. We have students from every country with internet access. If you can read English, you can learn filmmaking with Film School Online. Lessons are easy to follow and jam-packed with information. They include plenty of examples, charts, graphs, photos, and links to great websites around the world to help you understand the material. There are no advertising banners or pop-ups to distract you. The courses are accessible online when you want them, so you learn at your own pace. See Online Courses for descriptions. Back to FAQ How much are the courses? Our online courses are very affordable at $14.99 each, or you can take the complete 7 course program for the discounted price of only $49.99! This is a one-time fee. There are no monthly charges or hidden fees.  You will spend hundreds of hours learning the art and craft of making professional quality films. No other website offers more instruction on filmmaking at any cost, so why pay more? Take the savings and invest it in your movie! Back to FAQ How can I pay? You can pay with a credit card, online check, and PayPal. After enrolling, you will receive an invoice and a password in two separate emails. All payments are processed by 2Checkout.com, an established and secure e-commerce support center. Back to FAQ Do you teach digital filmmaking? Film, video, and digital media are not separate disciplines these days. A well rounded filmmaker must be capable of shifting back and forth between different media depending upon the needs of the project. Our courses cover all the related converging technology, including: Traditional Filmmaking Digital Video (DV) High Definition Video (HD) Nonlinear Editing Streaming Media Back to FAQ Do I need Film School Online? This is an exciting time in the media arts. Home theaters, personal computers, cable, satellite TV, and Internet streaming are creating a huge demand for product. To meet this growth, films are taking many forms, ranging from traditional narratives and documentaries, to music videos and infomercials, to interactive computer games with multiple story paths. New technology is changing the way films are being made, too. For many  years, film was the only viable medium for cinematic storytelling, but today video and digital technologies are powerful options. With their unparalleled speed, cost-effectiveness, and creative opportunities, they are being used as both an alternative and supplement to film.  It is not uncommon to see all three media together in the same project. Digital technology has not only changed the way films are made, it has democratized the industry.  It's now possible to buy a broadcast quality DV camera and editing system for less than $3,000.  This accessibility was impossible just a few years ago. This bustle has attracted a great deal of interest to the field. Years ago you could break into filmmaking through sheer talent and determination, but that's not the case today. Since the field is so complex, a solid base of knowledge is needed before you can become productive. Do you have this foundation? To get an idea, take The Filmmaker's Challenge. Back to FAQ What is the Audio Lecture Series? The Audio Lecture Series consists of downloadable lectures that run between 20 and 30 minutes. They are a supplement to the online courses (not required) and are intended to make an immediate impact on the way you think about filmmaking. See Audio Lecture Series for more. The following lectures are available for preview: Screenwriting Basics: The Story Directing Basics: The Scene Cinematography Basics Sound Basics Understanding HD Video Documentary Filmmaking Crash Course Secrets of Film Financing, Festivals & Distribution  Back to FAQ