• Svenska

Film School Program

Directing & Cinematography Fundamentals

The courses focus on DIRECTING and CINEMATOGRAPHY and teach the fundamentals of scriptwriting, camera work, shooting routines, how to set up the shots, working with actors, the importance of sound, editing and postproduction.

Learn the craft. Find your voice. Make the film.

Two 4-week film courses (COURSE I & COURSE II). These courses are designed to be taken together. Course I focuses on the fundamental technical aspects of filmmaking, preparing students for Course II and for continued studies, where they begin creating their own short films with a foundational understanding of professional filmmaking practices.

Program Structure:
During Course I, each student will learn to write, direct, and edit short film exercises.
During Course II, the emphasis is on cinematography, lighting, and sound, with a specific focus on working collaboratively on each student’s and classmates’ short films.

START DATES

COURSE I: August 25 – September 18, 2026
COURSE II: September 21 – October 9, 2026

APPLICATION DEADLINE: June 8, 2026

Program format

Evening classes

  • 3 hours per session
  • 3 evenings per week
  • 4 weeks per course
  • 36 tutor-led hours per course

Students should expect to dedicate additional independent hours for:

  • Editing and post-production
  • Scriptwriting
  • Pre-production
  • Shooting
Pricing & fees

TUITION:

Courses may be taken individually; however, completion of both courses is recommended to achieve the full program learning outcomes.

  • Course I (4 weeks): 18,000 SEK (incl. VAT)
  • Course II (4 weeks): 18,000 SEK (incl. VAT)

Package Rate:
Students enrolling in both courses consecutively receive a 10% discount:
Full Film School Program (both courses): 32,000 SEK

ADDITIONAL COSTS
In addition to tuition, students should budget for:

  • Minor production expenses related to individual short film projects

These costs typically range from 500–1,500 SEK, depending on project scope and shared resources.

Eligibility & admission

The Film School Program is open to applicants who:

  • Have completed upper secondary education or equivalent, or
  • Can demonstrate relevant artistic or practical experience

No prior filmmaking education is required for Course 1.
Admission is based on application review and suitability for the program.

Outcome

Upon completion, students will have:

  • A clearer personal voice as a filmmaker
  • Practical experience across all major film disciplines
  • Multiple completed short films
  • A working understanding of professional film workflows
  • The confidence to pursue further studies or independent film projects
Pedagogical approach

Technique exists to serve expression. The program emphasizes:

  • Creative risk-taking
  • Personal storytelling
  • Experimentation and discovery

Immediate perfection is not the goal. All instruction is delivered by professional filmmakers in a safe, exploratory learning environment.

Skills & areas of study

Directing
Storytelling, leadership, working with actors, visual interpretation of text.

Cinematography & Camera
Camera operation, shot composition, lighting, visual storytelling.

Screenwriting
Short-form dramatic structure, visual writing, idea development.

Working with Actors
Actor–director communication, rehearsal process, performance for camera.

Sound
On-set recording, audio workflow, narrative importance of sound.

Editing & Post-Production
Basic editing techniques, pacing, sound/image integration.

Collaborative Film Practice
Rotating crew roles mirroring professional film set dynamics.

Each student will:

  • Work as cinematographer, lighting technician, and sound recordist on classmates’ films
  • Write, direct, and edit their own short film

COURSE 1: INTRODUCTION TO FILMMAKING

This course introduces the essential tools and workflows of filmmaking.

Core Areas of Study

  • Camera fundamentals and cinematography basics
  • Sound recording and on-set audio workflow
  • Editing and post-production fundamentals
  • Scriptwriting structure and visual storytelling
  • Directing fundamentals, including working with actors and staging scenes

Practical Work

  • Scriptwriting exercises
  • Scene work with actors
  • Shooting and editing two short films
  • Structured evaluation and feedback sessions with tutors

This course establishes a shared technical and creative vocabulary and prepares students for more advanced authorship-driven work.

COURSE 2: AUTEUR RELAY FILMS

Course 2 builds on the foundation of Course 1 and focuses on personal authorship and collaborative filmmaking.

Each participant:

  • Writes, directs, and edits their own original short film
  • Collaborates with classmates who rotate through cinematography, lighting, and sound roles

This “relay” structure ensures that every student experiences both creative leadership and technical collaboration, mirroring professional film set dynamics.

Prerequisites

Applicants to Course 2 must:

  • Have completed Course 1, or
  • Demonstrate equivalent experience in basic filmmaking techniques

Teachers

Charlotta Tengroth

Charlotta Tengroth

Cinematographer
Alexander Moberg

Alexander Moberg

Guerrilla Film Block – Script Writing and Film Analysis

Testimonials

There are few people who show the level of dedication to their students that Alexander and Lotta do. They have taught me everything I know and have become two of my greatest sources of support when it comes to filmmaking. Even now, after their time as my teachers, I can still reach out to them with questions and thoughts about anything. They are incredibly supportive, present, pedagogical, and knowledgeable when it comes to filmmaking and teaching. I will always be very grateful that I had those two as my teachers.

An
Ada Hallgren

Alexander Moberg and Lotta Tengroth teach you everything you need to know as a curious film student. Their kindness and experience shine through in everything you do. The practical exercises help you understand what to think about when working on set—that every role is important, and that staying true to your own role may be even more important. Their collaboration as cinematographer/director is also a brilliant example of why their pedagogy works so well. They complement each other beautifully with different perspectives on what to consider and what to focus on, in a way that feels very individual and personal. They genuinely care about you and truly listen to what you have to say as a student, which is truly admirable. I am extremely grateful for the years with them, for their encouragement, and for everything I learned from them.

Og
Oscar Wahlberg

Lotta Tengroth and Alexander Moberg combine extensive professional experience with a pedagogical approach that feels present and tailored to each student on an individual level. Lotta has a passionate commitment and a genuine interest in our future—not just as students, but as future equals in the industry. Alexander is not only a teacher but a mentor, whose dedication extends far beyond the walls of the school. Anyone who has the opportunity to have them as teachers should consider themselves fortunate.

Jo
Johanna Tellbro

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