Asia Pacific Film Institute

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Asia Pacific Film Institute (APFi)
Type Private film school
Established2004
Parent institution
 Briggs R. Yalung
Location
YDG Bldg. Blue Ridge Katipunan Ave. Project 4, Quezon City, Philippines
Website facebook.com/iamapfi

The Asia Pacific Film Institute is a film school in the Philippines.

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It is the first independently run and self-supporting film school in the country. It offers full educational services and training facilities in classic and modern filmmaking with neither funding nor alliance from any college, university, agency or film association. [1]

Accreditation

The institute is accredited as a technical and vocational postsecondary institution by the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) of the Philippines. [2]

Film Development Council of the Philippines

The institute is also now part of the Academic Film Society (AFS), led by the FDCP Filipino Development Council of the Philippines, joining a community dedicated to film education. This partnership opens new opportunities for students to expand their cinematic knowledge and skills. [3]

Programs

The film school offers comprehensive filmmaking programs and short training courses in allied fields.

1 Year Diploma Program Motion Picture Production

First Term: 1) Directing 101 2) Scriptwriting 101 3) Cinematography 101 4) Production Design 5) Production Management 6) Editing 101

Second Term: 1) Directing 201 2) Scriptwriting 201 3) Cinematography 201 4) EDITING 201

Third Term: 1) Thesis - Individual a 15–20 minutes short film - 35mm or HD Camera 2) Visual Effects 3) Sound

WORKSHOPS are under UFO WORKSHOPS for people who don't have time for a One year comprehensive Film making Program.

APFI Launches the School of Digital Arts (APFI-SDA)

Following the reopening of the Asia Pacific Film Institute (APFI) at its new location, the institution introduces the School of Digital Arts (APFI-SDA).

APFI-SDA will initially offer photography and videography workshops, with plans to introduce graphic design, web design, and diploma programs in the coming months. Leading the program is Jijo de Guzman.

APFI À La Carte Program: Flexible Filmmaking Education for Working Professionals

The Asia Pacific Film Institute (APFI) introduces its À La Carte Program, designed for aspiring filmmakers balancing work and education.

APFI’s Full Motion Picture Production Program: A Comprehensive Pathway to Filmmaking

The Asia Pacific Film Institute (APFI) offers a 6-month Full Motion Picture Production Program. Covering key disciplines such as screenwriting, cinematography, editing, and directing, this program provides an immersive foundation for those looking to enter the film industry.

PHASE 1: Film Appreciation - Production Management - Film Editing - Sound Design - Phase 1 Finals

PHASE 2: Scriptwriting - Acting - Production Design - Cinematography - Phase 2 Finals

PHASE 3: Producing - Directing Actors - Directing - Phase 3 Finals - Thesis

Faculty

The institute draws its faculty from experienced professionals in the film industry. [4]

NEW FACULTY MEMBERS:

References

  1. ↑ Press release, Asia Pacific Film Institute, 2006. APFi/UFO WORKSHOPS also have film screenings called UFO sightings "CINEMA KNIGHTS" every last Saturday of every month, this is open to all filmmakers.
  2. ↑ Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), Philippines. Last accessed June 2007.
  3. ↑ "FDCP to meet AFS school reps on April 5". Malaya Business Insight.
  4. ↑ Official Website, Asia Pacific Film Institute Last accessed June 2007.

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