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New York Film Academy
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New York Film Academy

 4 · 1 review
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  • Australia
    • Sydney
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Degree Level
High School Diploma
Housing
Apartment Host Family
Language
English

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May 08, 2017
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Operating since 2013, NYFA Sydney is currently located in the education precinct of Sydney. Sydney has served as the location for numerous blockbusters, including The Great Gatsby, The Matrix, Babe, Wolverine, Mad Max: The Road Warrior, and Mission Impossible II. Because Sydney is an extraordinary city steeped in the film industry, NYFA Sydney students become immersed in filmmaking and acting from their very first day.

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  • State of the Art Equipment
  • Experienced instructors in both the industry and filmmaking education
  • On-Site Studios & Classrooms and Centrally Located Facilities
  • On-Site Director(s)
  • Regional Accredited Transcripts

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New York Film Academy, Sydney

May 8, 2017

After spending one year at NYFA, Sydney I've gained a lot of experience.

First of all, dedicating a year to study Screenwriting has been amazing. I took time to live in a country I love and study something I'm passionated about. Who wouldn't want to do that?

If it wasn't for coming here I wouldn't have met the people I've met or have found a new place to call home. But I honestly don't think the aftermath is the only thing that's important. You will grow so much as a person. Some moments might be tough but most of them will become the best memories you have.

If you ever thought about traveling or studying abroad then you should do it. Not only will the experience and what you learn be something you will keep with you for the rest of your life. But you will also never have to worry what could've been.

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Steve Pratt

Program
Hands-On Visual Arts and Acting Programs in Australia
Job Title
Chair of Filmmaking Australia

What is your favorite travel memory?

Travelling to the Middle East for three years. The first year was spent setting up Jordan's first diploma program in filmmaking. Later I produced a documentary for the United Nations, and then my own feature film.

It was always an amazing experience with a diverse and great group of people; friends, faculty, students and colleagues. A thrilling, challenging, and incredibly rewarding time in my life.

How have you changed/grown since working for your current company?

During my time at NYFA I've gained a greater sense of how to guide diverse personality types on their journey of learning, so that they tap into their strengths as a story teller.

As a result, I have learned a great deal too. Being invested for so many years in helping students improve their work, in turn exercises a kind of critical thinking that benefits a teacher. It becomes easier each time to help a student discover the strengths and shortcomings of their work, and how to best approach it next time.

What is the best story you've heard from a return student?

That the experience here at NYFA changed their life for the better, and left them inspired and capable of gaining success in the industry.

If you could go on any program that your company offers, which one would you choose and why?

I would choose a program that allows me to learn more about independent distribution. It is an aspect that is rapidly changing and provides emerging filmmakers with incredible opportunities to make a successful living from feature films.

What makes your company unique? When were you especially proud of your team?

Our hands-on approach to filmmaking with small class numbers. All students learn differently yet they all learn when this simple rule is applied - make lots of films, and get lots of feedback. All of our teachers are industry professionals who know how to articulate the most complex of concepts, simply.

They are truly passionate about helping our students gain insight, direction and inspiration in this exciting industry.

What do you believe to be the biggest factor in being a successful company?

Putting the students first.

Location

Location:
Sydney
Currency:
Australia Dollar
Weather:
Jan-Mar
79 F / 63 F
Apr-Jun
72 F / 48 F
Jul-Sep
66 F / 46 F
Oct-Dec
77 F / 55 F
Airports:
Sydney Airport
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Sydney is considered the oldest and largest cosmopolitan city in Australia. This city has become iconic and has many monuments that any traveler would recognize like the Syndey Opera House. This city is wildly regarded as one of the most livable cities.

About New York Film Academy

The New York Film Academy (NYFA) is the largest independent film and acting school in the world and offers U.S. accredited degree granting courses and short-term workshops as well as summer-term programs and high school summer camps. Since 1992 NYFA has offered an innovative curriculum, with award-winning instructors and the highest quality...

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