Absence

James, a former solider is learning to adjust back to civilian life and live with whats missing.

This film was made as part of the BFI Film Academy Highlands 2015.

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Edinburgh Shorts Showcase

The 48 Hour Film Project and Screen Education Edinburgh present an evening of short films showcasing the best in local filmmaking talent. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers and networking after.
Make a Film in a Day

A dynamic one-day course designed to inspire creative thinking and encourage staff to work as a team as they race against the clock to produce a masterpiece! Each participant will experience different filmmaking roles, fostering negotiation, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Celebrating Culture & Business at the Scottish Parliament

Screen Education Edinburgh is thrilled to announce its participation in the Culture & Business Marketplace Scotland, offering a unique 'Make a Film in a Day' experience to businesses across Scotland.
Edinburgh Shorts Showcase Call-Out for next event in June

Submissions are now open for June's Edinburgh Shorts Showcase at Cameo Cinema.

BFI Film Academy Craft Skills Behind The Scenes 2021

Behind The Scenes look at our 2021 Craft Skills course delivered virtually.
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Stanley is your average hitman, with help from a cutting-edge computer system his life is free of mundane paperwork however his growing appetites begin to disrupt the status-quo.
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Making of BFI Highlands 2014

Behind The Scenes Film giving insight into all aspects of the BFI Film Academy Highlands 2014 course.
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BFI Film Academy Craft Skills

On our BFI Film Academy Craft Skills Residential course, learners receive intensive learning in screenwriting, cinematography, sound, directing, production and editing, engage in industry masterclasses, and produce a short film. Applications for the summer 2023 course are now open!
BFI Film Academy Edinburgh & South East Scotland

BFI Film Academy offers opportunities for ambitious 16 to 19 year olds aiming to know more about film and how to make a career in the screen industries. This hands-on filmmaking course builds knowledge and skills, and shows the pathways into the industry for talented and committed young people.
Our mission

Screen Education Edinburgh is dedicated to filmmaking for all, delivering high quality learning, training and production programmes that develop skills, knowledge and opportunities for young people, adult learners, schools, communities, and film talent.
Screen Progression Programme

The Screen Progression Programme is a national initiative managed by Screen Education Edinburgh and funded by Screen Scotland that provides access to high quality vocational development in Film and TV skills. For those aged 16 and over with no upper age limit.
Set the Scene: Development of Teachers and Pupils in Filmmaking

Set the Scene is a free programme designed to develop and strengthen the filmmaking knowledge, skills, and practice of teachers and pupils in schools across Edinburgh and the Lothians.
Who We Are

A group of pupils and staff at Oaklands School give us an insight into their school and their experiences when out and about in the community.
Edinburgh & Lothians Schools Film Competition

Edinburgh & Lothians Schools Film Competition is a celebration of short film made by local children and young people. Free to enter for all City of Edinburgh, East Lothian, West Lothian and Midlothian nursery, primary, secondary and special schools.
Applications open for our new Film Tutor role

We are hiring a new Film Tutor to join the team here at SEE. The role will develop filmmaking skills, knowledge, and talent of young people aged 12 to 18 as part of our Young Filmmakers Hub programme.
Applications now open for our Fundraising Manager post

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Fundraising Manager to work as part of the team here at SEE. The post will deliver on fundraising objectives which are aligned to our strategic plan, supporting our ambitions for organisational growth and development.
Made in North Edinburgh: Bringing a Festival Back to Life

The Guardian has collaborated with Screen Education Edinburgh, to tell the story of residents' fight to bring back their festival.