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๐ŸŽ“ IMENA Film Academy Courses

Scriptwriting & Directing

Learn how to craft compelling stories and guide them from page to screen.
This course explores the principles of screenwriting, character development, visual storytelling, and directing actors and crew.
๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Tools: Celtx, Final Draft, Storyboarder

Cinematography

Discover the visual language of film through camera movement, framing, lighting, and lens choices.
This hands-on course equips students to shoot scenes with cinematic impact.
๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Tools: DSLR/Mirrorless Cameras, Gimbals, Tripods, LED Lighting Kits, Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera

Sound Recording

Capture clean, emotional, and immersive sound for film.
This course covers field recording, boom mic handling, and audio workflow for production.
๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Tools: Zoom H6/H4n Recorders, MixPre 3, Shotgun Microphones (Rode/BOYA), Adobe Audition.

Editing & Color Grading

Shape emotion and pacing through post-production.
Students learn to assemble, refine, and grade footage for a polished cinematic look.
๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Tools: DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro, LUTs and DCTLs for color grading.

Basics of 3D Art & VFX

Dive into the world of digital storytelling.
This course introduces students to 3D modeling, animation, and compositing for visual effects.
๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Tools: Autodest Maya, The foundary Nuke, Adobe Photoshop, Zbrush, Marvelous designer.

โณ Duration Notice:

Our course timelines are designed to fit the depth and focus of each program.
Workshops may run for 1 week or more, offering intensive, hands-on learning.
Full courses typically range from 4 weeks to 3 months, depending on the subject and its learning outcomes.
Whether you're joining for a quick skills boost or a deeper learning experience, our programs are built to empower your creative journey.

What Our Students Say

โ€œI was an actor only
But I discovered my love for directing and writing here.
IMENA gave me a voice.โ€

Fidele NYANDWI, a Filmmaker

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โ€œComing from high school, I never thought I'd master sound.
Now I am a freelancer!โ€

Kevine INGABIRE
Sound Student

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โ€œNakunze ko mbasha gukoresha ibikoresho
bigezweho ntabashaga kubona.โ€

Allienne ISHIMWE
Cinematography Student

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Student Voices & Interviews

Multimedia Student โ€“ High School

University of Rwanda (CASS) โ€“ Film Student

Zero to Hero โ€“ Freelance Filmmaker