These Diplomas are designed to allow you to study an area in depth, and save money. Whether you want to write, produce or direct, these fast tracks will help you design a program that suits you. Discounts cannot be combined and are subject to availability.
All of our diploma courses are designed in modules that rotate throughout the year. That means you can book a series of courses months in advance. There is no requirement for any particular course to come first.
Its up to you to decide the time period in which you wish to take your diploma, some people wish to do an intensive course, while others prefer to spread the courses over a year or even more.
A Raindance Diploma will be given upon completion of each program.
Raindance tutors are all working industry professionals who will teach you how films are really made. You will have access to insider information, and most importantly you will meet other filmmakers, all working towards similar goals.
So what are you waiting for? Pick up a brochure now, search these pages or call 0207 287 3833, and start your career
A hot script is the fastest way into the film industry. This dynamic fast track disseminates the key components of writing. You will be taught the essential story telling techniques you need to succeed in this competitive marketplace and learn the commercial realities of marketing your script. Main Page
Filmmakers Foundation Certificate
Writer's Foundation Certificate
TV Writer's Lab
Write & Sell the Hot Script
Regular Price = £805.00 + 17.5% VAT = £945.88
£805 less 15%=£684.25 + VAT= £803.99
£805 less 20%=£644.00 + VAT= £756.70 (Raindance Premium Members price)
The director is responsible for the look and feel of the film, and must be able to co-ordinate all the elements of its production. Develop your skills with a series of specific courses concentrating on the art of directing. Main Page
Filmmaker's Foundation Certificate
Director's Foundation Certificate
Hands-On Directing Part 1
Hands-On Directing Part 2
The Short Film Project
Directing Actors
Regular Price = £1,405.00 + 17.5% VAT = £1,650.88
£1405 less 15%=£1194.25 + VAT=£1403.24
£1405 less 20%=£1124.00 + VAT=£1320.70 (Raindance Premium Members price)
Producers need an understanding of every aspect of the filmmaking process. They must possess excellent business and organisational skills and be able to work under pressure. Main Page
Filmmakers Foundation Certificate `
Producer's Foundation Certificate
Lo-To-No Budget Filmmaking
Write & Sell the Hot Script
Regular Price = £830.00 + 17.5% VAT = £975.25
£830.00 less15% = £828.96 inc 17.5% VAT
£830.00 less 20% = £780.20 inc 17.5% VAT (Raindance Premium Members price)
Become an all-rounder while you decide which area you would like to specialise in:
Main Page
Filmmakers Foundation Certificate
Writer's Foundation Certificate
Producer's Foundation Certificate
Lo-To-No Budget Filmmaking
Write & Sell the Hot Script
Hands-On Directing Part 1
Hands-On Directing Part 2
The Short Film Project
Directing Actors
Regular Price = £2,070.50 + 17.5% VAT = £2,432.84
£2070.50 less 15%=£1759.92 + VAT=£2067.91
£2070.50 less 20%=£1656.40 + VAT=£1946.27 (Raindance Premium Members price)
If you can't find anything quite matching your area of expertise, choose 3 weekend courses, add up the total cost, deduct 15% (20% if you are a Raindance member)
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1. When do your Diplomas start?
Diploma courses start 3 times a year: January/June/September
2. How do I know which Diploma is best for me?
Our website has details on each course. If you need more information or advice, or if you are still unsure which diploma is best for you, give us a call on 0207 287 3833
3. How long does each Diploma take?
Most diplomas run over a four month period.
4. Is there a payment plan?
There are payment plans available, for details please call 0207 287 3833
5. What happens if I can't make a date for a course?
Rescheduling is usually not a problem, however we require a minimum of five days notice before the class start date.
6. Are Raindance diplomas officially recognized?
While Raindance courses are not officially recognized by government bodies, they are widely recognized within the film industry. Our record speaks for itself.
7. What if I am still unsure? You must be really busy preparing for the Raindance Film Festival and the British Independent Film Awards, and you won't want to be disturbed with amateur questions?
Don't be silly. If it wasn't for you, we wouldn't exist. Our telephone number is 0207 287 3833, and if I am busy, ask for Rory or Frederica.
I wish I'd gone to Raindance a long time ago - it would have saved me a fortune and unravelled a lot of mysteries about getting into the movie business. Most importantly though, at Raindance they give you the tools to stop talking about it and get out and do it.
Philippa Juul, Screenwriter
I recommend all the couses at Raindance.
I know through experiance that the information gained is priceless before you go out shooting your movie. Raindance prepares the serious producer/writer/director for the real business of film making.
Chris Lennox. actor/director/producer
Raindance courses changed my life - who I am and all that. Without trying to sound egotistical, directing following the principles I have learned at Raindance really has made a huge difference to the way that I work, and has opened up endless possibilities and doorways hitherto closed.
Ben Moore, Director
Dear ElliotThank you for your informative and spot on information as always.
I took your course in Glasgow in October 1995 and I have made eleven features since then ... And they still haven't sent the limo! Do you have any suggestions as I have adhered to the Grove Method like a religion but I seem to be making little progress in the film fest circuit or with the majors. Is there a third way? As you know success is only surface deep and as a filmmaker an audience is what I seek, not money. Anyway if you can offer some guidance to one of your past graduates I would be grateful.
Kind regards, Robbie Moffat, Pinewood Studios
Dear Elliot,
Just to say a million thank yous for the course last weekend. It was absolutely fab! I totally enjoyed it and you inspired me to go forwards instead of staying still.
You are a walking movie in human form and once my movie finally finds its feet - I would really love for you to be around because you just have that extra special know how to get it spectacular!
Hope to see you up at Live Ammunition tomorrow evening - but if not - take care.
Sheila Cronin
Elliot
I know you get hundreds of emails every day but I wanted to say thank you for the course this weekend. I really enjoyed it and felt that by the end there were some great group dynamics going on. There were a number of areas that I was particularly interested in learning about (shooting with 35mm cameras, actors and cinematographers) and I am very happy with the level of detail that you provided for us. Really, it was great.
I was going to book myself on your screenwriting course straight away but now see that it's the week I'm scuba diving in Egypt. I'll keep an eye out for the next time.
Also, as I put on the sheet of paper that came round, if anyone needs a Final Cut Pro editor for their DV then I am good and have the kit. I am sure there are interesting projects that I can help people out with so feel free to pass on my contact details if anyone asks.
With best wishes, Richard Griffiths
Will:
Thanks again for a great weekend course. The time just flew. I've now started thinking about my screenwriting in terms of a new business venture, and that way of thinking is really helping me focus on what I'm doing, along with the craft-skills that I've been learning over the last few months.
Best regards, Ken
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