At the San Francisco School of Digital Filmmaking the film set is your classroom – whether you’re directing your own film, writing your first screenplay, or working with professionals on a feature. For aspiring filmmakers, screenwriters or film actors, our film school gives you the three most valuable tools you need to start your career - a reel of your own work, credits on student and professional projects, and contacts in the industry.

Our film school curriculum is entirely project-based, allowing you to develop your skills hands-on while bringing your creative ideas to life. SFSDF has a powerfully simple philosophy "the best way to learn the craft of filmmaking is to make films!" At our film school, students produce hundreds of films every year.

As a student of Digital Filmmaking, Screenwriting or Film Acting you're mentored by award-winning industry professionals in small classes. Students work on professional sound stages, use state-of-the-art High Definition filmmaking equipment, and make tough creative and technical decisions.

If you're ready to launch your career in the motion picture industry, welcome to the San Francisco School of Digital Filmmaking!   More >>