DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND: DEADLINE FOR INTERNATIONAL APPLICATIONS EXTENDED TO APRIL 1st.
Applications to the 2026 SCA Summer Program open December 15, 2025.
The 2026 Program runs from Thursday, June 25 - Friday, August 7, 2026.
For any questions, please contact us at summer@cinema.usc.edu.
or 213-740-3327.


Important Notice:

  • SCA Summer Program courses are designated as either 8 units or 4 units.
  • Students can enroll in a mimimum of 4 units and up to a maximum of 12 units.
  • Students cannot take more than one Production Course.
  • Students cannot take an 8-unit Production class -- such as Warner Bros., Filmmaking Intensive, or Directing Intensive -- along with Writing the First Draft Feature Screenplay or Writing the TV Series Pilot.
  • Auditing courses is not permitted in the SCA Summer Program.
  • Current USC students, as well as individuals who have been dismissed from USC, are not eligible to participate in the SCA Summer Program.
Production
Screenwriting
Producing & Editing
Game Design & Animation
Production Classes

Directing Intensive - 8 Units

Course Number: CTPR-428 & CNTV-411

In-Person - Ages 16+ - Platinum Section
Jun 29 - Aug 7   - Unavailable

In-Person - Ages 16+ - Diamond Section
Jun 29 - Aug 7   - Seats Available

In-Person - Ages 16+ - Gold Section
Jun 29 - Aug 7   - Unavailable

Each student will write, direct, and edit their own 6-minute film while mastering the craft of directing actors to create emotionally compelling performances. This immersive boot camp empowers you to bring your unique vision to life, gaining hands-on experience from script to screen with confidence and creativity.
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Documentary and Personal Filmmaking - 4 Units

Course Number: CNTV-410

In-Person - Ages 16+
Jun 29 - Aug 7   - Seats Available

Documentary and Personal Filmmaking is for storytellers who want to explore truth through art—who believe cinema can be intimate, expressive, and deeply human.
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Essentials of Cinematography - 4 Units

Course Number: CTPR-499

In-Person - Ages 16+
Jun 29 - Aug 7   - Seats Available

Jump into an exhilarating, hands-on course that immerses emerging cinematographers, producers, directors, editors, and writers in the art of camera, lighting, and image design. Experience the thrill of weekly projects on our Sounds Stages, as you master the technical and creative aspects of visual storytelling. Unleash your potential and transform your passion into stunning visuals that captivate and inspire audiences worldwide.
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Filmmaking Intensive - 8 Units

Course Number: CNTV-392 & CTPR-240x

In Person - Ages 16+ - Violet Section
Jun 29 - Aug 7   - Unavailable

In-Person -Ages 16+ - Blue Section
Jun 29 - Aug 7   - Unavailable

In-Person - Ages 16+ - Orange Section
Jun 29 - Aug 7   - Unavailable

In-Person - Ages 16+ - Red Section
Jun 29 - Aug 7   - Seats Available

Filmmaking Intensive offers an electrifying, hands-on immersion into the filmmaking process, where you'll create three dynamic 5-minute digital projects from concept to projection. This comprehensive course covers all key components of filmmaking, blending cinematic theory with practical workshops to turn your filmmaking dreams into reality.
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Horror Filmmaking - 4 Units

Course Number: CTPR-242x

In-Person - Ages 16+
Jun 29 - Aug 7   - Seats Available

Are you a horror movie lover? Embark on a spine-tingling 6-week adventure to master the art of horror filmmaking! Create your own chilling short films and gain exclusive insights from industry legends through electrifying panels, immersive lectures, and thrilling field trips. Unleash your creativity and transform your passion for horror into a powerful cinematic experience that will leave audiences on the edge of their seats!
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USC Warner Bros. Producing and Directing Class - 8 Units

Course Number: CTPR-460 & CNTV-405

In-Person - Ages 16+
Jun 29 - Aug 7   - Unavailable

Journey into the extraordinary world of filmmaking with Warner Bros. Studios and the USC School of Cinematic Arts, where you’ll engage in hands-on projects and gain exclusive studio access. This immersive workshop offers expert guidance, comprehensive learning, and a vibrant collaborative environment to bring your cinematic dreams to life.
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