Creator: 1-Year Short Filmmaking Program
Do you dream of making films but don’t know where to start?
Panorama Academy’s Creator program is the perfect place to begin. Whether you’re an actor, producer, screenwriter, or director, this program is designed to help you bring your creative vision to life.
Over the course of the year, you’ll create and produce your own short film, exploring every stage of production: ‘In Depth – From Idea to Finished Production.’ Whether your passion lies in directing, acting, writing, or combining all three, the Creator program equips you with the skills and guidance to succeed.
You’ll collaborate with professionals and emerging talents in the industry, managing every aspect of your film—from shooting to editing. With access to Panorama Academy’s professional equipment, funding support, and mentorship from industry leaders like Martin Strange-Hansen, Kim Magnusson, and Lene Seested, you’ll receive guidance every step of the way.
Through workshops and talks, you’ll meet established professionals, expand your network, and gain industry insights. The program’s ultimate goal is to make your film eligible for submission to institutions like Super 16, Super 8, and The Danish National Film School. Selected films will also be submitted to film festivals worldwide.
Bring your film idea to life – join Panorama Academy’s Creator program today!
At Panorama Academy you will learn:
- The Chubbuck Technique – The 12 Steps
- Acting, Directing & On-Camera Training
- In-Depth Short Film Production – ‘Create & Produce Your Own Short Film’
- Scriptwriting
- Producing with Your Network of Professionals or Emerging Talents
- Directing, Acting, or Scriptwriting & Acting
- Networking & Team Collaboration
- Shooting, Editing, Sound, and Lighting
- Credits Creation
- Workshops with Industry Professionals
Note: Curriculum content may change. Please contact us if you have any questions.
Become part of the program
As a part of the Creator program you will receive lesson, attend workshops, and pop-ups with guest teachers all from the film and TV industry.
Previous guest teachers has included renowned names from the film industry, such as:
- Actor Kristofer Hivju (‘Game of Thrones’, ‘Cocaine Bear’, and ‘Red One’)
- Director Henrik Ruben Genz (‘Chinaman’, ‘Terribly Happy’ and ‘Word Of God’)
- Producer Kim Magnusson (‘Flickering Lights’, ‘Adam’s Apples’, and ‘Men & Chickens’)
- Director Martin Strange-Hansen (‘Sorgenfri’, ‘On My Mind’, and ‘True Spirit’)
- Casting Director Gro Therp (‘Hijacking’, ‘Darkland’, and ‘The Charmer’)
- Actor Farshad Kholghi (‘The Killing’, ‘Angels in Fast Motion’, and ‘Pizza King’)
- Actor and Stuntman Micki Stoltt (‘The Last Kingdom’, ‘Englebørn’, and ‘Surrogate’)
- Director Kari Vidø (‘Absalons hemmelighed’, ‘Paranoia’, and ‘Unit One’)
- Director Laurits Munch-Petersen (‘Between Us’, ‘Ambulance’, and ‘The Dolphin’)
Transform your passion into reality with the Creator: 1-Year Short Film Program. Take the first step today!
Regardless of job titles and roles, all work in the creative film industry is all about one and the same thing: telling a good and moving story. However, how to do it and what part you have in it is on the way to becoming far more fluid than it has been so far – the creative forces must unite.
At Panorama Academy every hour is created in a positive atmosphere and in an actors’ environment in which you can feel free, thrive, grow, and dream – whilst pushing your talent towards new horizons.
Founder of Panorama Academy, Lene Seested, greatest force is to always trust her intuition and inner drive. This had led her to build a unique set of skills of how to match actors to roles, create strategies to breakthroughs, and reach career goals together with actors and filmmakers. At The Academy, the feeling and insight of Lene is everywhere, looking out for when and how to match your skills with opportunities in real life.
Dreams do come true.
Apply now to join next Creator program in August
It all starts here! Whether you’re interested in producing, writing, directing, or acting, applying is easy. Simply send us the following:
- A letter of motivation
- Specify your primary areas of interest (acting, producing, writing, directing, or a combination).
- Your CV
- A sample of your work
- Include a sample of your work – could be your showreel, a directing/producing/writing/acting sample, or a concept/visual idea for a short film.
If you’re a Panorama Academy alumnus, your spot is guaranteed! Simply email mail@panoramaacademy.com to secure your place.
Practical Details
- Price: 39,000 DKK
(Flexible payment plans available: 10 monthly installments of 3,900 DKK) - Location: Copenhagen, Denmark
(Some classes can be attended online, but in-person attendance will be required for key sessions.)
