Georgia Film Academy Launching Statewide Registration for Fall
Tuesday, April 21st, 2026
The Georgia Film Academy (GFA) will open registration April 1 for its Fall 2026 courses, offered at more than 30 partner colleges and universities across Georgia, including institutions in metro Atlanta. Beginning Aug. 17 and running through Dec. 11, 2026, these programs deliver immersive, hands-on training tailored to prepare students with practical skills for thriving careers in the state’s dynamic film, television and digital entertainment industries.
The Fall 2026 curriculum welcomes both degree-seeking and non-degree students, featuring courses such as:
- Introduction to Film & Television Production
- Introduction to Film & Television Post-Production
- Introduction to Digital Entertainment, Esports & Game Development
These classes represent the first six credit hours toward any of GFA’s 18-credit professional certificate programs. At metro Atlanta institutions and other locations statewide, participants can choose from certification pathways including Film & Television Production, Film & Television Post-Production and Live Production, Streaming & Esports.
“GFA is dedicated to empowering the next wave of talent for Georgia’s creative sector,” said Scott Votaw, assistant vice chancellor of the Georgia Film Academy. “At metro Atlanta institutions and beyond, our courses provide students with hands-on access to industry-leading technology, essential knowledge and practical experience through our internship program that opens up pathways to careers in one of the most rewarding industries in the nation.”
Since 2015, GFA has played a key role in educating and supplying skilled professionals for Georgia’s creative fields. At partner institutions throughout Georgia, GFA students build essential knowledge of production processes and master hands-on skills through training on top-tier industry equipment, taught by skilled industry veterans. GFA connects students with experienced professionals and offers valuable on-the-job learning through internships on active sets, in post-production houses and during live broadcast, streaming and Esports projects.
Graduates from Spelman College, Georgia State University and other partner schools have contributed to acclaimed projects including "Captain America: Brave New World," "Megalopolis," and "Stranger Things." To learn more about GFA’s course offerings and participating institutions, please visithttps://georgiafilmacademy.edu/ .
