Trilith Institute

Perfect the Pitch
2024-06-29 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Trilith Studios Production Centre, 461 Sandy Creek Rd, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
TRAINING – PACKAGING – SELLING YOUR STORY
Spending a day for pitch training offers invaluable benefits for anyone in the TV and film industry. The training provides a unique and immersive environment where aspiring creators can learn the art of pitching directly from industry experts. Here are some key benefits:

Expert Guidance: Receive mentorship from seasoned professionals who have a track record of successful pitches and productions. Their insights and feedback are tailored to help refine and perfect your pitch.
Hands-On Experience: Engage in practical exercises that simulate real-world pitching scenarios, allowing you to build confidence and adapt to various pitching environments.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow creators and industry professionals, fostering relationships that can lead to future collaborations and opportunities.
Cutting-Edge Techniques: Learn the latest trends and strategies in pitching, ensuring your presentations are current, compelling, and aligned with industry standards.
Comprehensive Training: Gain a thorough understanding of the entire pitching process, from conceptualization and development to presentation and follow-up, equipping you with the skills needed to succeed in a competitive market.
Feedback and Refinement: Present your pitch and receive constructive critiques, helping you to identify strengths and areas for improvement, ultimately enhancing the effectiveness of your pitch.

This training is a transformative experience that equips you with the tools, knowledge, and confidence needed to pitch your TV and film projects successfully, increasing your chances of turning creative ideas into reality.

The Impact of Story with Diane Venora, Dan T. Cathy, and Jeffrey Stepakoff
2024-08-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Town Stage, 125 Shepperton Wy, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Join us for an incredible night of conversation with acclaimed actress and acting coach, Diane Venora (Heat, Baz Luhrmann’s Romeo + Juliet, Hamlet, Bird).
Joined by Dan T. Cathy (Trilith Founder & Chief Visionary) and writer/producer Jeff Stepakoff (The Wonder Years, Major Dad, Dawson’s Creek, Chasing Life) for a fireside chat about Diane’s storied career, the way the entertainment industry has changed, and the impact stories have on our lives.

Traditional Storyboarding for Teens
2024-09-21 10:00 - 15:00 | Trilith Studios Production Centre, 461 Sandy Creek Rd, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
A one-day workshop where students will learn the basics of professional storyboarding. Including: How to analyze scripts, composition, and visual storytelling techniques.
A storyboard is a visual representation of how a scene will play out on the screen. It shows the framing and movement of the subject and allows the filmmaker to previsualize what their scene will look like before they ever touch a camera.
In this workshop, participants will walk through the storyboarding process. They will each receive a section of a script and be tasked with transforming their pages into pen-to-paper drawings of what they visualize the scene looks like when filmed. How will the subject be framed? What is the opening shot? Will the subject move? When will they move and where will they land? What action are they taking? Is a POV shot required? Where are they looking? What angle should the camera be set at? How do you “see” it playing out?
Each decision may seem small, but how a subject is shot and what images appear in sequence informs your audience about the story – what they should know and how they should feel. For example – how would you visualize a superhero giving an inspiring speech about hope? Perhaps you try to make the subject, your hero, look larger than life and mighty in the frame by having the camera be set at a low angle, thus having your audience “looking up to them”. Do we know if his speech is working? “cut to”/draw a frame of people reacting to his words. Each image in a film matters, so learn to be intentional in your shot decisions to “tell” a better story.

Voice Acting Workshop
2024-10-08 17:30 - 20:30 | Trilith Studios Production Centre, 461 Sandy Creek Rd, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Join us for an exciting hands-on workshop where you’ll dive into the world of voice acting! Guided by a seasoned sound department expert, you’ll learn the essentials of voice acting, from vocal techniques to capturing the emotional essence of a character. Participants will also get the unique opportunity to step up to the mic and record themselves in short scenes, practicing the craft of voice performance in a supportive and fun environment. Whether you’re curious about the industry or eager to enhance your acting skills, this workshop is the perfect place to start!
What You’ll Get:

Insider’s Tips and Tricks (all levels) to make your Animation Voice Over (VO) Demo Reel stand out.
A recording of your VO performance to add to or start your own demo reel
Improve your auditioning skills
Get Insider’s feedback on your performance and skill level

Prepping for Film Festivals
2024-11-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Trilith Studios Production Centre, 461 Sandy Creek Rd, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Learn how to navigate the film festival circuit and best practices for preparing and submitting your materials.
Bring your materials and get 1 on 1 help.
Created and Taught by Experts at the Atlanta Film Society
Learn to:

Prepare your submission materials
Build your audience!
Find the right festivals for your project
Navigate Film Freeway

Musical Theater Workshop
2024-11-25 | Trilith Studios Production Centre, 461 Sandy Creek Rd, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
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

Winter Writers Workshop
2024-12-07 - 2024-12-08 | Trilith Studios Production Centre, 461 Sandy Creek Rd, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Trilith Institute’s Winter Writers Workshop series is an opportunity for young screenwriters to develop their own scripts while working closely with screenwriting experts and building a community of creative peers.
In the first weekend of the series (December 7-8), students will discuss the qualities of compelling storytelling, analyze popular PG-13 movies and television, and develop an outline for their own original screenplay. At the end of the weekend, students will be encouraged to go off on their own and write a first draft of their script in the 6-week window between the first and second session of the workshop series.
Participants will have their scripts workshopped in the second weekend of the series (January 18-19) and will be encouraged to revise their scripts after receiving feedback from their peers and the screenwriting experts. This second weekend will also include a discussion of what options writers typically have after completing the script (submitting to competitions and festivals, pitching to producers/investors, going into independent production, etc.).
Participants in the Winter Writers Workshop will have the chance to enter their script into a competition. Two winners will receive free admission to one week of Trilith Institute’s Summer Camps in 2025.

Babies: Off-Book! with Alliance Theatre
2024-12-14 09:30 - 10:00 | Trilith Studios Production Centre, 461 Sandy Creek Rd, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Babies: Off-Book! is for 0-24 month olds and their grown-ups.

Shake up your weekly routine with this sensory story time for infants and toddlers. Families will bring their favorite stories to life through rhyme, song, and tactile props. Alliance Theatre teaching artists will guide you through a multi-sensory experience engaging the voice, body, and imagination.
Length: 30-minutes

Family Storytelling with Alliance Theatre
2024-12-14 10:15 - 11:00 | Trilith Studios Production Centre, 461 Sandy Creek Rd, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Family Storytelling is for ages 2-6 years and their grown-ups
Bring stories to life in this side-by-side drama class for families. Learn different techniques for telling stories at home and open the door to a lifelong love of playing and learning together.
Length: 45-minutes

Office PA Workshop
2025-01-25 10:00 - 16:00 | Trilith Studios Production Centre, 461 Sandy Creek Rd, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Learn how to best prepare yourself for your first day in a Production Office, from industry professionals with credits from Marvel Studios, Paramount Pictures, Warner Brothers, and HBO. This workshop will cover the basics of the Production Office, including:

Production Specific Terminology
First Day in the Office Overview
Production Office Do’s and Don’ts
Office Phone Etiquette
Document Distro
Production Run Basics
Joys of P-card Rectification
Lunch Order Emergency Preparedness

Set PA Workshop
2025-03-15 10:00 - 16:00 | Trilith Studios Production Centre, 461 Sandy Creek Rd, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Learn how to best prepare yourself for your first day on set (with an emphasis on the commercial world) from an industry professional with credits from shows such as Atlanta, Sweet Magnolias, and Creepshow.

Set-Specific Terminology
First Day on Set Expectations
Chain of command
Walkie Etiquette
Common responsibilities of set PAs
Shot Protocol
And much more!

Hosting a Film: Renting Your Home to a Production
2025-03-28 18:00 - 19:00 | Trilith Studios Production Centre, 461 Sandy Creek Rd, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Join us for the premiere of the Backstage Pass event series. Backstage Pass is a monthly discussion with industry professionals designed to demystify the film and television world. We pull back the curtain to give the public a deeper understanding of the industry—and even explore ways they can get involved.
Are you curious what happens behind studio walls? Have you been driving around and see yellow production signs with arrows? Feel like your home would be the perfect location for filming? Well our Hosting a Film event is for you. Hear from location professionals – including a location manager, a representative from the Georgia Film Office, and Trilith Studio’s Partnership Manager.
Beverages and light refreshments will be provided.

Filling the Frame: Being a Background Actor
2025-04-24 18:00 - 19:00 | Trilith Studios Production Centre, 461 Sandy Creek Rd, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Join us Thursday, April 24th for our second installment of the Backstage Pass event series. This month we demystify the world of being a background actor for the film and television industry.
Our discussion will pull back the curtain and give the public a deeper understanding of what it means to play a role, on camera, during filming for some of the biggest shows in Georgia.
Are you curious how to become a background actor? Unsure what that even means, or what your day would look like during filming? Well this is the event for you. This month’s panelists will include – casting agents who specialize in booking background actors for productions and an Assistant Director who manages them on filming days.

Production Accounting Clerk Workshop
2025-04-26 13:00 - 17:00 | Trilith Studios Production Centre, 461 Sandy Creek Rd, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
The Production Accounting Clerk Workshop offers a deep dive into the critical role of accounting in filmmaking. Participants will explore various accounting positions, their responsibilities, and the essential software used in the industry. The workshop covers key distinctions between accounting and payroll, budgeting fundamentals, and the impact of film tax credits on productions. Attendees will also gain insight into how accounting interacts with different departments to keep a production running smoothly. By the end, participants will have a solid grasp of industry-specific accounting terminology and practices, equipping them for a career in film finance.
What to expect from this workshop:
– Develop an understanding of the importance of accounting in the filmmaking process
– Explore various accounting roles and their specific responsibilities
– Become acquainted with essential industry software and tools
– Learn the crucial distinctions between accounting and payroll functions
– Acquire knowledge about budgeting and its key components
– Investigate the significance of film tax credits and how they apply to productions
– Understand the relationship between different departments and accounting within a production
– Gain familiarity with fundamental accounting terminology relevant to the industry

Intro to Editing
2025-04-26 13:00 - 17:00 | Trilith Studios Production Centre, 461 Sandy Creek Rd, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Step into the world of video editing with this beginner-friendly Intro to Editing Workshop. In this interactive session, adults will learn the essentials of Adobe Premiere Pro and gain hands-on experience cutting together a scene or montage. This session provides a high-level overview of Premiere Pro, covering basic tools, timeline navigation, and editing techniques to bring your footage to life.
You’ll learn how to make precise cuts, arrange clips, add transitions, and refine your edit before exporting a polished final product. Whether you’re an aspiring filmmaker, content creator, or just curious about post-production, this workshop is the perfect starting point to turn raw footage into a compelling visual story.
No prior experience required—just bring your creativity!
Limited spots are available—sign up today!

Costuming with Kali Collection
2025-05-10 09:00 - 12:00 | Kali Collection, 3141 Oakcliff Industrial St., Atlanta, GA, 30340, United States
Step into the world of professional costuming with an exclusive Costuming Workshop at Kali Collection, where you’ll get a rare behind-the-scenes look at the craftsmanship behind every stitch. This immersive experience includes a full facilities tour, where you’ll explore the extensive costume warehouse—organized by decade—as well as the tailor shop, dyeing station, and restoration areas.
Learn firsthand what a costumer does, from researching and pulling period-accurate pieces to fittings, alterations, and final styling. Gain insight into historical costuming and acceptable alterations, ensuring authenticity while making necessary modifications.
Discover the art of costume repairs and restoration, including how to handle loss and damage (L&D) or trade pieces of equal value. Learn about the intricate processes of dyeing, laundering, and fabric maintenance, all essential to bringing a character’s wardrobe to life.
Walk through the collection at your own pace, exploring the eras, styles, or techniques that intrigue you most, and engage in an interactive Q&A session with industry professionals who bring costumes from concept to reality.
Whether you’re a history lover, theater enthusiast, fashion fan, or aspiring costumer, this workshop offers an unforgettable look into the artistry and dedication behind professional costume design. Limited spots available—reserve yours today!

Sketchy Business ATL - Submissions
2025-05-31 | GA
Do you have a brilliant idea for a comedy sketch and want to see it performed live? Have you ever shot a seriously funny short film that will keep people laughing all night long?‎‎‎‎‎
Trilith Institute presents Sketchy Business ATL, a night of comedy & industry networking, brought to you live from the Shipyard stage @ Trilith Studios… And we want you to be a part of the show!‎‎‎‎‎
The winning sketches and short films will be performed and shown LIVE as a part of the night’s scheduled programming. ‎‎‎‎‎

Want to submit your work? Here’s what we’re looking for:‎

For Comedy Sketches:

Sketch script length no longer than 6 pages (not including title page)‎‎‎‎‎
Sketches should not have more than 4 characters & 1 location/ setting‎‎‎‎‎
Sketches must time out to be no longer than 3-5 minutes in length, when performed‎‎‎‎‎
Content of sketch must be age appropriate for all ages (equivalent of a PG rating)‎‎‎‎

For Comedy Short Films:

Be funny! (of course)‎‎‎‎‎
All short films must be no longer than 5 minutes in length‎‎‎‎‎
Content of short films must be age appropriate for all ages (equivalent of a PG rating)‎‎‎‎‎

There will be 4 Sketches and 2 Short Films selected from these submissions, and all winners will receive free admission to the show!‎‎‎‎‎

Click Here to Submit!

Deadline to submit your work is Saturday, May 31st
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**Please note that multiple submissions are allowed, but will require multiple check-outs through our payment system… As all forms are required to check out, please put “N/A” on any forms that do not apply to your submission**‎

**Full application details are provided in the forms section of CheddarUp.**‎‎‎‎‎

Animation Summer Camp Series presented by Comcast
2025-06-09 - 2025-06-27 | Trilith Studios Production Centre, 461 Sandy Creek Rd, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Creating an animation is a long and complicated process that requires several techniques and many different animators working on a single project. In order to bring the animation process to the scale of our summer camp, we are dividing the animation process into three sections: Writing and Boarding, Key Animation, and Ink & Paint. By the end of these three camps, campers will have collaborated with one another and the animation expert instructors to create a single, 30-second animation. While this may seem like an incredibly short project for three weeks of hard work, it shows the reality of how complex the editing process is. Sign up for any one of the phases of animation, or sign up for all three camps to get a full picture of how animation works.
At the end of the summer, we will host all campers at the Script to Screen Film Festival, where all stages of the animation process will be screened for campers and families to see how it all comes together.
SAVE ON MULTIPLE CAMPS

2 Camps – 5% discount
3 Camps – 10% discount
4 Camps – 15% discount

Must be purchased at the same time, discount will appear in cart

Evolution of an Industry: How Georgia Became a Production Hub
2025-06-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Trilith Studios Production Centre, 461 Sandy Creek Rd, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Join us on Thursday, June 26th for the next edition of our Backstage Pass event series, where we’ll explore the dynamic transformation of the film and television industry. Our panelists will take a look back at Hollywood’s early dominance and examine how, over the past decade, Georgia has emerged as a major force in the industry.

We’ll unpack the many factors that fueled this shift—from hit series like The Walking Dead, Stranger Things, and Ozark, to blockbuster Marvel productions, and the powerful impact of Georgia’s tax incentives. It’s a story with many contributors and no single cause.

Most importantly, we’ll look ahead to what’s next. Learn how the Trilith Institute is working to empower Georgia-based creatives and build a thriving, end-to-end production ecosystem right here in the state.

Post-Production Summer Camp Series - 2025
2025-07-07 - 2025-07-25 | Trilith Studios Production Centre, 461 Sandy Creek Rd, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
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 of the summer.

Schedule/topics covered:

Using Premiere Pro for non-linear film editing
Best practices for editors
How to choose the best take
Working with directors to achieve the desired final cut
Color grading
Creating titles
Adding visual effects
Sound editing

SAVE ON MULTIPLE CAMPS

2 Camps – 5% discount
3 Camps – 10% discount
4 Camps – 15% discount

Must be purchased at the same time, discount will appear in cart
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Sketchy Business ATL
2025-07-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Town Stage, 125 Shepperton Wy, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
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. Online ticket sales ends at 12PM on July 18th, however, tickets will be available for sale at the door.
Hosted by Christian Noël, Trilith Institute’s 2025 Emerging Creative in Residence (ECR), Sketchy Business ATL will feature a night of original sketch comedy, short plays, improv, and comedic shorts, all created and performed by Georgia-based talent.
Proceeds from the event will support Trilith Institute’s mission to cultivate the next generation of storytellers through hands-on education, mentorship, and workforce development. Funding will help expand access to signature initiatives such as next year’s ECR, Script to Screen summer camps, professional education courses, and fellowship grants, all programs designed to equip creatives with the training, industry exposure, and resources needed to build sustainable careers in film, television, and digital media.
With PG-rated humor the whole crew can enjoy (recommended for ages 12+), this family-friendly event will also feature a silent auction, raffle for a background acting role in our upcoming ECR project, and concessions for purchase. This is a cashless event (food trucks/tips may be exempt).

To bid on the silent auction please click the link below
https://givebutter.com/c/iX3ZAR/auction
This is a cashless event.

Tickets available for purchase at the door!

Locations Workshop
2025-07-19 09:00 - 13:00 | Trilith Studios Production Centre, 461 Sandy Creek Rd, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
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 different departments needs impact the work of the Locations department: lighting setups, rigging, set dressing, permitting, protecting the property, truck and generator placement, and even neighborhood communication.
This workshop offers a practical, behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to plan a successful location shoot—perfect for students ready to step into professional-level problem-solving.

Alliance Theatre Drama Camp in Fayetteville
2025-07-21 - 2025-07-25 | Forest School, 155 Shepperton Way, Fayetteville, 30214, United States
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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 unique creative expression while developing essential life skills. Through engaging activities, they’ll:

Build Character: Discover teamwork, empathy, and resilience.
Grow Confidence: Find their voice and feel empowered in any setting.
Nurture Creativity: Explore their imaginations through acting, storytelling, and more.

Each camp is tailored to help students learn and grow while having fun, culminating in a short performance for friends and family that highlights their progress—not perfection.
Location: The Forest School
Offered in partnership with Trilith Institute
Rising Grades 1-8 // June 9-13, June 30 – July 3 & July 21-25

Learn More!

2025 Script to Screen Film Festival
2025-07-26 13:00 - 16:00 | Town Stage, 125 Shepperton Wy, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States

The Next Generation of Indie Filmmakers: Getting Middle and High Schoolers Excited About Filmmaking
2025-08-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Trilith Studios Production Centre, 461 Sandy Creek Rd, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Step behind the scenes with us for this month’s Backstage Pass on Wednesday, August 20th. We’ll put the spotlight on the next generation of independent filmmakers who are shaping Georgia’s creative future.
As the film and television industry continues to boom across Metro Atlanta and beyond, what does this growth mean for our middle and high school students? How can we tap into their imagination, ignite their passion, and give them the tools to tell their stories—right in their own communities?
Our panel will feature seasoned industry pros committed to nurturing local talent, alongside a rising filmmaker who began her journey as a teenager making shorts—and is now a film school graduate poised to leave her mark.
Whether you’re an educator, creative, parent, or industry insider, this conversation will inspire and challenge you to help build a homegrown pipeline of storytellers ready to lead the future.

TV Writing I: Pre-Writing, Story, and Building the Puzzle with Brian Bradley (VIRTUAL)
2025-09-08 - 2025-10-13 | Virtual
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 Building the Puzzle — a pre-writing approach that brings order to the typically chaotic early development stage, allowing a show’s concept to emerge piece by piece, much like assembling a jigsaw puzzle.
Students will also study and apply the Story Circle — a refined version of the Hero’s Journey adapted for television — learning to analyze pilot episodes and break their own pilot stories using this 8-step structure. Topics include identifying act breaks, building tension, and shaping compelling character arcs.
By the end of the course, students will have created a show logline, developed a Story Area document for their pilot, completed detailed character sheets, and established the foundation they will need to outline and write a full script in subsequent classes. This class is ideal for anyone who wants to create their own original TV series and learn professional development techniques used by working television writers.
This course is the first in a 3-part Series.
The NEXT courses in the sequence are:

TV Writing II: The Outline Is Your Map (6 Weeks; VIRTUAL) – Fall 2025: October 20-November 24, 2025

The PREREQUISTE for this course is: TV Writing I: Pre-Writing, Story, and Building the Puzzle
Remember to REGISTER before this course fills!

TV Writing III (15 Weeks; VIRTUAL) – Spring 2026: August 10-November 23, 2026

The PREREQUISTES for this course are: TV Writing I: Pre-Writing, Story, and Building the Puzzle and TV Writing II: The Outline Is Your Map

Please note: Students will complete graded assignments and writing exercises and will receive instructor feedback throughout the course. As a working showrunner and television writer, your instructor brings professional industry expertise directly into the virtual classroom.
WHAT YOU WILL WALK AWAY WITH:

A fully developed logline for your original series
A Story Area document outlining your pilot episode
A complete set of main character profiles
A strong structural foundation for outlining and writing your TV pilot
A clear understanding of professional development processes used in the industry

Course Note: No Prerequisite Required.

Youth Acting for Camera Workshop with Alliance Theatre
2025-09-13 09:00 - 12:00 | Trilith Studios Production Centre, 461 Sandy Creek Rd, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
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.

Visual FX for Filmmakers
2025-09-13 09:00 - 18:00 | Trilith Studios Production Centre, 461 Sandy Creek Rd, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Are you an experienced or aspiring filmmaker who wants to learn more about the magical and mysterious world of visual effects? This workshop is for you!
Gain hands-on experience working as an on-set VFX team, film on a greenscreen, and learn why it is that VFX teams run around with a chrome ball and put little plus signs everywhere. You’ll then dive into the post-production side of things, compositing the scene we film into an environment created in Unreal Engine.
This is a full-day workshop, covering the following:
• What are Visual Effects (VFX)?
• The On-Set VFX Team
• VFX Data Wrangling
• Matchmoving
• Lighting
• Compositing
• The VFX Workflow

Business of Acting with Hollywood South Self Tapes
2025-09-15 - 2025-10-20 | Trilith Studios Production Centre, 461 Sandy Creek Rd, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
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 you use the tools taught, you will have the best possible chance of making a career out of your dream to be a professional working actor.
WHAT YOU WILL WALK AWAY WITH:

Resume Tailoring
Branding & Headshots
Actors Access & Casting Networks Optimization
Actor Training & Education Truths
Casting Directors, Agents, and Managers
Audition and Self-Taping Tooltips
Practical On-Set Knowledge
Effective Networking Tips & Resources
Residuals, Taxes, and Contracts
and much more…

Please note: students do have graded assignments, assessments, and projects and will receive a final grade in this course. Grades demonstrate a student’s ability to apply their understanding and mastery of concepts taught in this course. Trilith Institute instructors have a wealth of knowledge as they come with expertise in the film and entertainment industry

Foundations of Filmmaking (VIRTUAL)
2025-09-15 - 2025-11-03 | Virtual
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 standards, practices and procedures, on-set safety protocols, and the realities of the job market, students will be prepared to take further coursework in any number of more focused areas covered in this course. Want to know how a project is made from start to finish? This is the course for you.
This class is perfect for anyone with a passion for film and television who is eager to delve into the industry. Whether you are a creative enthusiast, aspiring filmmaker, or simply curious about the world of entertainment, Foundation of Filmmaking is designed to equip you with the essential knowledge and skills to embark on a rewarding career. It is an ideal starting point for individuals looking to grasp industry-specific terminology, understand the script-to-screen process, and prepare themselves for various roles within the dynamic film and television field.
Please note: students do have graded assignments, assessments, and projects and will receive a final grade in this course. Grades demonstrate a student’s ability to apply their understanding and mastery of concepts taught in this course. Trilith Institute instructors have a wealth of knowledge as they come with expertise in the film and entertainment industry
Course Note: No Prerequisite Required.
WHAT YOU WILL WALK AWAY WITH

Fundamental knowledge about working conditions, jobs, and professional expectations in film and television.
Eligibility to apply for Trilith Institute’s Creative Excellence Fellowship Grant.*
15% off Trilith Institute workshops for 6 months after course enrollment.
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