Campers will work with expert film editors to learn the basics of post-production and non-linear film editing. Campers will learn through practical application, taking the footage recorded in the previous Production Camp and cutting it together into a completed short film that will be premiered at the Script to Screen Film Festival at the end...
Trilith Institute is proud to present Sketchy Business ATL, a live comedy showcase and fundraiser launching the new StoryMakers cultural event series. The event will take place on Friday, July 18, 2025, at the Town Stage at Trilith in Fayetteville, Georgia. Hosted by Christian Noël, Trilith Institute’s 2025 Emerging Creative in Residence (ECR), Sketchy Business ATL will feature...
Get out of the classroom (mostly) and into the field with this hands-on tech scout experience at a real location at Trilith. Using a mock scene written for the site, students will walk through the pre-production process with instructors acting as department heads—Director, DP, AD, Grip, Electric, Art, and more. Together, we will learn how...
Take center stage! Spend a week this summer with the Tony Award-wining Alliance Theatre. With a variety of drama camps for rising grades 1-8 at The Forest School in Fayetteville, your young actor will build character, grow confidence, and exercise imagination. Alliance camps focus on the journey of learning, encouraging students to embrace their...
The Business of Acting is a 6-week course intensive, designed to give students the tools necessary for a long, fulfilling career in the entertainment business. This course is an actionable, step-by-step program for beginner and seasoned actors. Unlike other similar workshops, it does not sell you the promise of success, but the promise that if...
This 8-week course will cover the fundamentals of adapting students' own stories into video games. Students can expect to learn character creation, storytelling, dialogue, animation, and combat encounters. This will be accomplished by adapting tabletop RPG (role-playing game) rules into their game and translating them into RPG Maker MZ. This course takes students beyond a...
Focus your creativity and vision in this immersive directing course. Acquire the tools necessary to bring your project vision to life on the screen. This course is designed for aspiring directors seeking to master the intricate process of directing for short films. Through a blend of lectures, practical workshops, and hands-on exercises, participants will delve...
Foundations of Filmmaking provides foundational knowledge about working conditions, jobs, and professional expectations in film and television. Students will learn industry-specific terminology and processes related to above- and below-the-line positions, how a creative project moves from script to screen, and how to start and build a film or television career. With an emphasis on industry...
This course takes a “bird’s eye” approach to introducing skills used in on-set film production. The course includes all forms of narrative media that use film industry pre- and post-production standard organizational structure, equipment, and on-set procedures with a focus on the Costume Department. Students will learn about Hollywood costume history and iconic industry designers;...
This course, created in partnership with the Alliance Theatre, teaches students how to perform on-camera acting exercises, sharpen their acting skills take after take, receive individual feedback for their work, learn about close-ups, continuity, and auditioning, and take their first step toward the silver screen. Students will sharpen their on-camera acting skills, develop their film...
Students will attain an essential understanding of the fundamentals of VFX and computer-generated animations. Students will be introduced to the major aspects of the VFX/Animation process, from start to finish. Students will learn at a high level each of the following disciplines and how they are interrelated to each other: match moving, modeling, rigging, animating,...
Alfred Hitchcock said you need three things to make a film: a script, a script, and a script. Many professional creatives also subscribe to the philosophy that you can make a bad movie from a good script, but you can't make a good movie from a bad script. The objective of this class is to...
Storyboarding for TV Animation (Cinematic Storyboarding) is for artists looking to strengthen their boarding skills and get a better understanding of how the process works in actual television/film production. Attendees who complete the course will gain the skills needed to competently work as a board artist in the industry. The course will be offered in...
This course offers a holistic approach to the filmmaking process, encompassing both project development and film distribution –the Producer’s Journey. Students will embark on a journey from initial ideation to audience engagement, gaining the skills and knowledge needed to bring their cinematic visions to life and successfully navigate the complex industry landscape. In the project...
In this course, students will gain an in-depth understanding of the role of the locations department in the overall production for film and television, from script breakdown during pre-production to scouting, contracting, logistical planning and wrap out. Students will also learn about the various job opportunities within the locations department, as well as the role...
TV Writing I: Pre-Writing, Story, and Building the Puzzle introduces students to the essential first steps of developing an original television series. Focusing on process and structure, this course guides students through a step-by-step system for organizing early ideas, concepts, characters, and themes into a cohesive, workable show concept. Through instructor-led exercises, students will learn...
Is your dream to perform on the big screen? This workshop is designed for middle and high school students to help them dive into the unique skill of acting for a camera.
This two-day adult summer camp is designed for aspiring filmmakers, storytellers, and curious creatives! Whether you’ve dabbled in film or are brand new to the process, this hands-on weekend intensive will walk you through the entire journey of bringing a script to life. What to Expect: 🔧 Script in Hand, Story in Motion Camp kicks...
This intensive 8-week course offers a deep dive into the art and craft of script supervising, equipping you with the theory and hands-on skills needed to keep a film or television production running smoothly from page to screen. Beginning with a script breakdown in pre-production, you’ll learn to identify continuity challenges, annotate shooting scripts and...
Unleash Your Inner Artist at Trilith Institute’s Halloween Special Effects Makeup Workshop for middle and high schoolers! Get ready to elevate your Halloween costume game with our hands-on Special Effects Makeup Workshop! Join us on October 11th from 9-1 PM to learn the art of creating realistic wound makeup from a professional makeup artist. What...
Unleash Your Inner Artist at Trilith Institute’s Halloween Special Effects Makeup Workshop for adults! Get ready to elevate your Halloween costume game with our hands-on Special Effects Makeup Workshop! Join us on October 11th from 2-6 PM to learn the art of creating realistic wound makeup from a professional makeup artist. What to Expect: Demonstration:...
Unlock your creativity, hone your comedic instincts, and dive into the world of sketch comedy with this exciting and dynamic course offered in collaboration with Dad's Garage Theatre. Whether you are an aspiring comedian or just looking to have a blast while learning acting or screenwriting, this class will take you on a journey through...
This 6-week course builds upon the foundational principles of improvisational theater, delving deeper into character development, narrative structure, and advanced game play. Through dynamic exercises and collaborative scene work, you will refine your spontaneity, strength your ensemble skills, and explore more complex improvisational forms. Please note, students do have graded assignments, assessments, and projects and...
TV Writing II: The Outline Is Your Map builds on the foundational work completed in TV Writing I, guiding students through the next critical stage of series development: outlining. Using the logline, Story Circle breakdown, and character work developed in the previous course, students will refine their pilot stories, learning how to weave multiple storylines,...
Dance, sing, and act your way toward becoming a triple threat. This 2-hour class will teach: Introduction to singing techniques Basic choreography for a contemporary musical number Drama techniques to create and explore musical theater
Unlock the power of your personal story through this interactive workshop. Your journey in the film and television industry starts with how you present yourself—on paper, online, and in person. Learn to craft a compelling narrative across essential platforms, including resumes, bios, cover letters, and digital profiles. The days for this workshop are: 12/02-03 and...
The Trilith Institute 365 Fund supports all aspects of the 501(c)(3) organization.
$250 pays for a single episode of the Trilith Institute Talks podcast.
$500 feeds cast and crew for one Creative Excellence Fellowship Grant film
$650 provides a one-week scholarship to the Script to Screen Summer Camp
$1000 covers a Dinner With… events where students talk with industry experts over dinner
No amount is too big or small.