Learn film production alongside an industry insider in a working Abilene film studio. Work directly with a film industry pro. We do things different, learn in the real world and build industry connections.
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Did you know the Abilene and Sweetwater area finally has a world-class film school alternative? We’re Film Connection Film School in Abilene and Sweetwater and we’re tired of film certificate programs ripping off students by leaving them unprepared for a career in show business. We believe in learning by doing and place students in real-world filmmaking environments so that they’re better prepared for their careers and have industry contacts. In Film Connection for Cinematography, you’ll spend 6 months learning all the behind-the-scenes action. In the approximately 8-month-long Film Connection for Film Production & Editing course, you’ll tackle writing, directing, and editing your own project. Both tracks supply a local pro to guide you, but only the director’s program offers what no other film education can: a pitch meeting with an industry executive during a week-long trip to Los Angeles and your very own L.A-based dream mentor. How can you go wrong with this much professionalism around you?
Abilene, Texas is located in the west-central part of the state, hosting a population of roughly 120,000 people. About 40 minutes west along Interstate-20, the town of Sweetwater is home to around 12,000 people. This area is also home to Dyess Air Force Base, located just west of Abilene. A number of entertainment pros have hailed from this area, including actors Jessica Simpson, Anne Wedgworth, Fess Parker, and David W. Harper. Abilene benefits from being in a film-friendly state–Texas offers a number of money-saving incentives for filmmakers–and the area is also home to several production companies. If you’re looking for a career in film as a film director, film producer, or film editor, the Abilene and Sweetwater area can provide more opportunities than you might think.
Major movies, commercials, TV shows, and documentaries are filmed all over Texas on a regular basis, including in and around the Abilene-Sweetwater area. Some of the films that have been shot here and in the surrounding regions include Friday Night Lights, Abilene, The Stars Fell on Henrietta, Serving Sara, and Glory Road, to name a few.
The secret to FILM CONNECTION’s success is our mentor-extern approach, in which we pair you with a working film or television professional who serves as your personal instructor and mentor. You’ll gain valuable hands-on experience while making vital industry connections. Our system is revolutionary, and it works! Many of our graduates get hired in the industry, many times before they even finish our program. You owe it to yourself to see what FILM CONNECTION of Abilene-Sweetwater can do to help jumpstart your career!
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
I had a great experience with Film Connection and my mentor, Donny Baker, from ES Studios. He taught me everything I needed to know about being a director/producer and the importance of always being prepared for the shoot
Jorge Fuentes Quiroz
After working in media for a couple of years, I decided to take my skills to the next level in filmmaking. I was fortunate to have joined Film Connection; they supported me from day one with my registration and all the necessary paperwork
Noah Gonzalez
Film Connection does a fantastic job placing you on REAL sets with EXPERIENCED directors, opening doors to build meaningful connections with your mentor and ensuring ongoing learning. You truly get out of the program what you put in.
Octavio Preciado
I got great movie recommendations that gave me many creative influences. My mentor gave constructive feedback on my script. I learned about how to work on a film set and collaborate with other art departments. I enjoyed my experience with Film Connection.
Josh Chacko – Arlington, Washington
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