Learn film production alongside an industry insider in a working Helena 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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Why move to L.A. or New York to study film when we’ve got a better program right here in Helena? That’s right, Film Connection Film School in Helena, MT gives you experience in the real world, not in some classroom. You’ll get industry contacts in your filmmaking community during our 6-month behind the scenes program. You’ll partner with local mentors who will manage your personal project and give you the inside scoop on what it takes to be a real working professional. And if the complete film experience is more your speed, then the 8-month directors track is what you want to try. Your local mentors will help you write, direct, and edit your project. Additionally, you will be working closely with dream mentors who are located in Los Angeles. They’ll be there when you arrive during your last week of the program for an in-person pitch meeting with an industry executive.
Helena is the capital city of Montana, located in the west-central part of the state, and hosting a population of around 30,000 people. Several entertainment industry people have hailed from the Helena area, including actors Gary Cooper, Myrna Loy, Dirk Benedict and Lane Chandler. Helena is also surrounded by diverse landscapes and natural beauty, including flatlands, mountains, rivers, forests and more–making it excellent for location filmmaking. If you are considering a career in filmmaking as a film director, film producer, film editor, or cameraman, FILM CONNECTION can help you get plugged into the industry from right here in Helena.
Movies, TV shows, commercials and documentaries are filmed throughout Montana on a regular basis, including in and around the Helena area. Some of the films that have done location shooting around Helena and/or the surrounding regions of Montana include Northfork, The Slaughter Rule, The Untouchables, Don’t Come Knocking, Wanted, F.T.W., and Evel Knievel, to name a few.
The secret to FILM CONNECTION’s success is our mentor-extern approach. During our inexpensive, 6-month course, you’ll be paired with a working film or television professional who serves as your personal instructor and mentor, giving you hands-on training and enabling you to make vital industry contacts along the way. Many of our graduates get hired in the film and television industry, often before they even finish our program. You owe it to yourself to see what FILM CONNECTION of Helena can do for 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
“Working through the second act was tough, but my mentor really helped me unlock the emotional arc of the story.”
Kayla M.
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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