Certificate Courses
Our Certificate Programs are designed to provide students with tangible, industry-relevant skills they can immediately apply in the field. Each program is hosted virtually over 6-8 weeks, combining asynchronous learning materials—such as recorded lectures and curated resources—with weekly live Zoom sessions. Taught by industry professionals with extensive experience, these courses offer in-depth knowledge and practical guidance to help students excel in their chosen fields. Graduates leave with a certificate that demonstrates their expertise and readiness for the entertainment industry.
Available Courses
Check back soon for upcoming course offerings — updated seasonally.
(Note: Specific course offerings will be updated seasonally.)
Why Choose Our Certificate Courses?
Student Successes
Our past certificate courses have launched real careers — here are the courses, and the alumni who made their mark.
From Concept to Comedy: Developing and Writing Your 30-Minute TV Pilot
Taught by Lauren Wells (‘What We Do In The Shadows’, ‘The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt’)
Mackenzie Rohan – Pilot + feature screenplay in development
Edwin Domachowski – Manages development pipeline at AH
From Raw To Refined: Elevating Your Visual Storytelling With Color
Taught by Molle DeBartolo (‘Pizza Movie’, ‘Summer of 69’)
Michael Bernardi – Camera PA on ‘The Wretched Devours’
From Self-Tape to Callbacks: Emmy Award-Winning Casting Insights
Taught by Danielle Aufiero & Amber Horn (‘On My Block’, ‘The Baby-Sitters Club’)
Carolyn Chave – Leading Actress on ‘Helluva Deal’
The Producer’s Blueprint: How to Budget and Break Down a Script
Practical Tools for Production Management
Student successes coming soon!
What You’ll Gain
• A certificate of completion from our Academy that verifies your expertise in key entertainment industry fields.
• A professional portfolio of work relevant to the coursework – examples include casting breakdowns, production budgets, audition tapes, and more.
• Direct mentorship from industry leaders, offering personalized guidance and career advice.
• Access to The Academy’s exclusive networking opportunities, connecting students with established professionals and fellow aspiring creatives.
The Academy’s Vision
Through our certificate programs, internships, workshops, and community outreach, we are building a diverse and dynamic pipeline of new talent ready to shape the future of film and television.
Ready to take the next step in your entertainment career? Apply now to secure your spot in one of our upcoming certificate courses. Join a program designed to set you up for success in the film and television industry!
Words of Impact
“I just wanted to personally thank you for all of the amazing opportunities I’ve been given this semester. Working with Jeremy on the pitch deck was awesome, going to the PA workshop was dope, Jeremy asking me to head the team on BTS clips is sick, and now being on an actual shoot is so cool. I learned more from this internship in the past year than I learned in my entire 5 years of college.”
Hailey Tredo
Creative & Production Intern, 2023
“For someone who is rarely at a loss for words, it’s mind-boggling how I still struggle to find the ability to convey my personal and our collective gratitude to all of you for what you have done for a very special little boy and his family. The magnitude of your generosity is truly what dreams are made of for critically ill kids and for us.”
Diane Kuppermann
President & CEO of Make-A-Wish CNY
“As a film actor that has appeared in several American High Films, I was astatic to hear that their Academy would be fully operational in Liverpool N.Y. They always treated me well and are a very professional organization. The staff explained the use of the props, costumes, and equipment in a way that built more enthusiasm in my students than I could have imagined.”
Mike Sutton
Actor & Teacher, Innerviews Day Care of Syracuse NY