Spring Programs | Apr 28th - Jul 16th

9am – 12pm | Tue + Thu

7

Report a news package, from interview to post-production, in 12 weeks. Showcased on a student narrated newscast.

What you'll learn

You will move beyond theory and spend your time using the equipment and software found in professional studios.

This is a twelve-week intensive program. Throughout the course, you will work on individual and collaborative projects that result in a professional reel. This portfolio serves as a tangible record of your skills for potential employers or higher education applications.

By the end of this program you will learn:

Talent Reel

Jana Angel – Program Graduate

Spring Programs | Apr 27th - Jul 15th

9am – 12pm | Mon + Wed

 
7

Report a news package, from interview to post-production, in 12 weeks. Showcased on a student narrated newscast.

What you'll learn

You will move beyond theory and spend your time using the equipment and software found in professional studios.

This is a twelve-week intensive program. Throughout the course, you will work on individual and collaborative projects that result in a professional reel. This portfolio serves as a tangible record of your skills for potential employers or higher education applications.

By the end of this program you will learn:

Cam Derr 2025 Sports Anchor/Reporter Reel

Cam Derr – Program Graduate

Spring Programs | May 26th - Aug 13th

1pm – 4pm | Tue + Thu

15

Film a short movie in 12 weeks and have it showcased at a local theatre. From writing to post production, learn skills that work on any set. 

What you'll learn

With a focus on hands-on learning and current industry tools, you’ll gain practical experience while building a strong portfolio.

By the end of this program you will learn:

After 30 Years Apart, Do They Still Love Each Other?

Cathy Beasley – Program Graduate

Spring Programs | May 25th - Aug 12th

1pm – 4pm | Mon + Wed

 
15

Film a short movie in 12 weeks and have it showcased at a local theatre. From writing to post production, learn skills that work on any set. 

What you'll learn

With a focus on hands-on learning and current industry tools, you’ll gain practical experience while building a strong portfolio.

By the end of this program you will learn:

More lighting system talk from Thursday's filmmaking class. #charlottenc #learnfilmmaking

Robert Fillion – Program Instructor

Summer Programs | Jun 30th - Sep 17th

5pm – 8pm | Tue + Thu

9

For videogames, movies, broadcasts or anything that requieres computer graphics. Create a short animation in 12 weeks.

What you'll learn

With a focus on hands-on learning and current industry tools, you’ll gain practical experience while building a strong portfolio and fundamentals

By the end of this program you will learn:

Blender 4.2 LTS - Showcase Reel

Blender Showcase

Summer Programs | Jun 29th - Sep 16th

5pm – 8pm | Mon + Wed

 
9

For videogames, movies, broadcasts or anything that requieres computer graphics. Create a short animation in 12 weeks.

What you'll learn

With a focus on hands-on learning and current industry tools, you’ll gain practical experience while building a strong portfolio and fundamentals

By the end of this program you will learn:

Unreal Engine Games Showcase 2025

Unreal Engine 5 Showcase

Summer Programs | Jul 28th - Oct 15th

9am – 12pm | Tue + Thu

11

Develop a complete marketing strategy that covers everything your project or business needs in 12 weeks.

What you'll learn

Learn all about social media for business or personal projects. This program covers everything from content creation to targeting and analytics, the tools you need to succesfully market your project or brand online. Hands-on training for marketing professionals using state of the art equipment and workflows.

Annaliese Talks about Influencing

Annaliese Kaplan – Program Graduate

Summer Programs | Jul 27th - Oct 14th

9am – 12pm | Tue + Thu

11

Develop a complete marketing strategy that covers everything your project or business needs in 12 weeks.

What you'll learn

Learn all about social media for business or personal projects. This program covers everything from content creation to targeting and analytics, the tools you need to succesfully market your project or brand online. Hands-on training for marketing professionals using state of the art equipment and workflows.

CRM Course Material

Summer Programs | Aug 25th - Nov 12th

1pm – 4pm | Tue + Thu

7

Report a news package, from interview to post-production, in 12 weeks. Showcased on a student narrated newscast.

What you'll learn

You will move beyond theory and spend your time using the equipment and software found in professional studios.

This is a twelve-week intensive program. Throughout the course, you will work on individual and collaborative projects that result in a professional reel. This portfolio serves as a tangible record of your skills for potential employers or higher education applications.

By the end of this program you will learn:

Ashley Stroehlein 2025-26 NBA Season Reel

Ashley Stroehlein- Program Graduate

Summer Programs | Aug 24th - Nov 11th

1pm – 4pm | Mon + Wed

 
7

Report a news package, from interview to post-production, in 12 weeks. Showcased on a student narrated newscast.

What you'll learn

You will move beyond theory and spend your time using the equipment and software found in professional studios.

This is a twelve-week intensive program. Throughout the course, you will work on individual and collaborative projects that result in a professional reel. This portfolio serves as a tangible record of your skills for potential employers or higher education applications.

By the end of this program you will learn:

Luke Combs Calls Kicks 99 & Tells Us We're The CMA Radio Station of the Year!

Jenny Perry Bender – Program Graduate

Fall Programs | Sep 29th - Dec 17th

5pm – 8pm | Tue + Thu

15

Film a short movie in 12 weeks and have it showcased at a local theatre. From writing to post production, learn skills that work on any set. 

What you'll learn

With a focus on hands-on learning and current industry tools, you’ll gain practical experience while building a strong portfolio.

By the end of this program you will learn:

Professional Sports Recruitment Video - Hired Professionals

Ryan Guill – Program Graduate

Fall Programs | Sep 28th - Dec 16th

5pm – 8pm | Mon + Wed

 
15

Film a short movie in 12 weeks and have it showcased at a local theatre. From writing to post production, learn skills that work on any set. 

What you'll learn

With a focus on hands-on learning and current industry tools, you’ll gain practical experience while building a strong portfolio.

By the end of this program you will learn:

Recap of Charlottes Talking Walls 2020

Corey Spencer – Program Graduate

Fall Programs | Oct 27th - Jan 14th 2027

9am – 12pm | Tue + Thu

 
5

Learn and practice socials skills using art and media in 12 weeks.

 

What you'll learn

Students build essential skills to navigate everyday life. This life skills training focuses on four key areas critical for independent living and success: 

Students learn how to block out scenes.

Samantha Perryman – Program Graduate

Fall Programs | Oct 26th - Jan 13th 2027

9am – 12pm | Mon + Wed

5

Learn and practice socials skills using art and media in 12 weeks.

 

What you'll learn

Students build essential skills to navigate everyday life. This life skills training focuses on four key areas critical for independent living and success: 

Building a puppet scene with students

Robert Fillion – Program Instructor

AI for Business Broadcasting Creative Animation Digital Marketing E-Commerce Filmmaking Graduates

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Cost of tuition

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Labs + Workshops

Hands on learning professional equipment industry software assignments workflows recording studios

Feel right at home inside a recording booth, directing a film shoot or opening professional edition software. Practice on campus guided by professional instructors and master the skills needed to succeed in today’s media industries.

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Click below to listen to the school’s radio, broadcast live from the campus in Ballantyne.

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