Why DFA?

SPECIALIZING IN DIGITAL MEDIA
21ST CENTURY TECHNOLOGY

DFA is the only film school in New York City and Atlanta that specializes in 100% digital film and media education. Unlike other film schools, DFA puts all of its resources and focus into digital and the evolving technology of the media industry.

SPECIALIZING IN DIGITAL MEDIA
21ST CENTURY TECHNOLOGY

HIGH QUALITY TRAINING &
HANDS-ON PROGRAMS

DFA works with professionals and educators in the industry to create hands-on, immersive programs. Curriculum, equipment, and software are continuously updated and improved to benefit students.
Whether you are interested in taking an entry level filmmaking course to find out if film or digital media is the career choice for you, an advanced program to improve the necessary skills to begin working in the industry, or if you need to create a portfolio to apply for a Masters program at a University, DFA has a program to fit your goals, schedule and budget.
Students have many opportunities to work with equipment and to advance their skills with projects and assignments designed by professionals to replicate real life situations.

UNLIMITED LAB TIME

Only DFA has unlimited use of equipment and computer labs with up to date professional softwares. This is the key to your success and it’s in your hands… so use it! The time you spend in DFA’s labs, during or after your course completion, equals more practice, better proficiency and greater skill development.

INSTRUCTORS ARE
INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS

INSTRUCTORS ARE INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS

DFA educators are working professionals in the film, television, video and media industry. This means they are able to provide valuable feedback about the industry including insights about employment opportunities & set dynamics.

DFA IS SERIOUS ABOUT YOUR TRAINING

As a graduate of one of our Digital Filmmaking programs, you have the option to audit a class for free. This is one of the many ways DFA supports you if you experience difficulty grasping a subject.

DFA IS SERIOUS
ABOUT YOUR TRAINING

CONTINUED SUPPORT FOR
GRADUATE
ʼS CAREER GOALS

CONTINUED SUPPORT FOR GRADUATES
CAREER GOALS

DFA supports student and Alumni career goals by providing them opportunities for work through our Jobs Board. We also encourage them to maintain contact with the school’s staff even upon graduation, so we can always try to share their most recent work and highlight their achievements.

SMALL CLASS SIZES

DFA limits class sizes to between 10-20 students per instructor. Most classes average between 8-15 students. This means you will have more time using the equipment and more one-on-one time with your instructor.

SMALL CLASS SIZES

LOCATION

LOCATION

Our New York location is just one block from the world famous Times Square entertainment district in NYC. Our Manhattan school is truly in the heart of the media industry. Our Georgia main campus location is in Downtown Atlanta, making it easily accessible and ready to take advantage of exploding demands for digital media professionals at Atlanta’s many Film Studios.

IF YOU WANT TO MONETIZE YOUR MEDIA®, DIGITAL FILM ACADEMY IS THE CHOICE FOR YOU. ATTEND THE ONLY FILM SCHOOL IN NEW YORK CITY AND ATLANTA THAT SPECIALIZES IN THE ART AND CRAFT OF DIGITAL FILMMAKING!


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