Offering training programs in many titles from short film production to screenwriting, from cinematography to technical applications related to fiction, Gelisim Film Academy also carries out practical workshops in areas such as drone shooting, artificial intelligence supported technologies, cinematography, film analysis, light and decor. The trainings are carried out under the guidance of academicians, directors and industry professionals who are experts in their fields.
Young people are both learn and produce
The academy not only provides technical knowledge and skills, but also allows young people to tell their own stories in the language of cinema. Offering a social meeting ground, the academy allows young filmmakers to express themselves through events, interviews and panels that support artistic production.
In addition to helping young people make career plans in the field of cinema, the Gelisim Film Academy also includes them in a wide network of communication. Thanks to the academy, participants have the opportunity to come together with the names they want to reach in the sector and a collaborative environment is created with professionals who make artistic and cultural contributions.
Public Awareness and Artistic Consciousness
The academy also embodies the understanding of social responsibility. It aims to increase the sensitivity of young filmmakers with its documentary studies that shed light on issues that concern the society. Through these projects that prioritize national values, it is aimed to establish ties with cities with different cultural and historical heritage all over Turkey.
“The Magic of Cinema Will Meet Young People”
IGU Faculty of Fine Arts Dean Prof. Şükran Güzin Ilıcak Aydınalp expressed her thoughts on the academy as follows: "Bringing young people together with cinema, providing them with professional knowledge and skills, and at the same time making them part of a wide network will help them achieve their professional goals. While making young people love art, Gelişim Film Academy also improves their awareness. With the activities to be held within the academy, the magic of cinema will meet with young people and enable them to open new horizons. "
Prepared within the body of Istanbul Gelisim University, Gelisim Film Academy will continue to stand by young people not only as an educational platform but also as a creative center where ideas come to life, talents are discovered and passion for cinema turns into a profession.
“Every Teen Has a Story to Tell”
Deputy Head of Public Relations and Promotion Department and Director Lect. Ahmet Bikiç pointed out the transformative power of cinema and added: “As a director, I know that every young person has a strong story to tell. With Gelisim Film Academy, we not only provide our young people with technical equipment, but also offer an artistic production environment where they can find their own voice. This academy exists to inspire future directors, screenwriters and filmmakers.”
