Become a Professional Film Maker in 3 Easy Steps – Without A-Levels

Aug 04, 2022

Always wanted to be a filmmaker?

Do you love watching films and find the idea of making your own fascinating? Maybe you have an idea for a documentary or film that you’d love to make? Whatever your pull to filmmaking is, becoming a professional filmmaker is a great dream to chase. Find out how you can turn your dream into reality with the help of the Online College of Art and Design.


What is the Online College of Art and Design?


Set up in 2002, the OCAD was created to help those students who wanted to access art and design qualifications without needing to attend a physical place of study. We offer a wide range of different courses and have a team of art and design educators who work hard to help each student achieve success.


All of our qualifications are regulated by Ofqual, giving you the confidence to be able to start a course with us and know that it will result in something that is well respected in your chosen profession. If you are keen to be a filmmaker and don’t have A-Levels, then our Online Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Film is the perfect starting point for you!


What Does the Online Diploma Consist Of?


When you sign up to our Online Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Film, you will be taught everything you need to know to prepare you for undergraduate level study. From film history and techniques to study skills and support, we will ensure that you are fully ready for the next step.


To be successful on our course, you will need to follow all advice given, complete all work assigned and meet every deadline without fail. When you do all these things, you can be certain that you will have achieved everything required for the next step on your journey.


The Three Steps to Becoming a Professional Filmmaker


The great thing about becoming a professional filmmaker is that you only need to complete three easy steps to get to your goal. Take a look at what’s required and take step one today:


  1. Enrol on our Online Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Film and complete all the work, gaining enough UCAS points to get a place at university.
  2. Apply for and complete your undergraduate degree in filmmaking, learning more about the industry and where you fit within in.
  3. Once you have completed your degree, you will be ready to apply for filmmaker jobs that inspire you – resulting in a career that makes you proud.


Make Your Move Today!


If the idea of being a filmmaker resonates with you then stop putting off taking action and sign up today for our online diploma. The application is easy to complete and one of our team will be in touch to discuss your start date. If you have any questions before you enrol then drop us a line and we will reply as quickly as possible so that you can feel confident that you are taking the right step forward. It’s time to chase your dreams – enrol today and make them happen!


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