Take your first step into the film and television industry. NJ Film Academy programs provide hands-on, career-focused training that introduces students to the people, processes, and production skills used throughout the entertainment industry.
Whether your goal is to work behind the camera, in a production office, or as part of a film crew, NJ Film Academy programs provide the foundation needed to enter the entertainment industry. Learn industry terminology, production workflows, professional expectations, and the practical skills used throughout film and television production.
Script to Screen is required first
Film and television production careers
Entry-level industry knowledge and skills
Real-world production scenarios and documents
Production office coordination and management
This foundational course introduces students to the entertainment industry and serves as the prerequisite for all NJ Film Academy programs. Learn how projects move from script to screen while exploring career opportunities, production stages, industry terminology, professional expectations, and on-set safety practices.
Course Information
Students gain an understanding of the entertainment industry, including production workflows, career opportunities, and the collaborative process required to bring creative projects to life. Topics include:
After completing Script to Screen, students can continue their training by exploring one of the most important departments in film production—the production office.
This course introduces the roles, responsibilities, documents, and workflows that support a successful production. Through hands-on activities and real production scenarios, students learn how production offices coordinate communication, schedules, paperwork, and logistics throughout the filmmaking process.
Course Information
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
Graduates will be prepared to pursue entry-level opportunities in production offices and continue building careers within the film and television industry.
Ready to begin your journey in film and television production? Contact the Workforce Training Center to learn more about NJ Film Academy programs, registration, and future course offerings.
