Why You Should Take a Filmmaking Course and Why BOPAS is the Best Choice!
Why Take a Filmmaking Course?
Filmmaking is an incredible way to express your creativity, tell compelling stories, and collaborate with others in a dynamic environment. Here are some key reasons to pursue filmmaking:
Hands-On Experience: Learn the practical skills required to bring a story to life, from scriptwriting to directing and editing.
Collaboration Skills: Filmmaking is a team effort. Working with writers, actors, and editors hones your ability to collaborate.
Industry Insight: Get a behind-the-scenes view of how the film industry works, preparing you for roles across production, directing, and screenwriting.
Career Opportunities: A filmmaking course can open doors to careers in film, television, marketing, and online content creation.
Whether you want to create short films, explore documentary-making, or break into the entertainment industry, a filmmaking course equips you with essential skills for success.
Why BOPAS is the Best Place to Learn Filmmaking
At the Bay of Plenty Actors Studio (BOPAS), we offer a unique environment designed to nurture creative talent, whether you’re an aspiring filmmaker or a working professional seeking to refine your craft. Here’s why BOPAS stands out:
Practical Learning with Industry Pros: Our filmmaking workshops are hands-on and taught by professionals with real experience in film and TV. You’ll learn industry techniques directly from those working in the field.
Collaboration with Actors: At BOPAS, you'll work closely with actors from our screen acting school, giving you a unique opportunity to develop practical skills in directing and on-set collaboration.
State-of-the-Art Location: Situated in Tauranga’s creative hub at The Glass House next to Event Cinema, BOPAS provides the perfect space for filmmaking with access to shooting locations, studios, and industry events.
Real Industry Exposure: Our filmmaking students get the chance to create short films that are showcased at Event Cinema, providing a professional platform for your work.
Supportive Community: BOPAS fosters a tight-knit community of creatives. Whether you’re an actor, filmmaker, or writer, you’ll be part of a collaborative network that helps you grow your career.
Register at info@bopas.co.nz or register via our website.
BOPAS isn’t just a place to learn—it’s a place where creativity thrives, stories come to life, and new opportunities are created. If you’re passionate about filmmaking, BOPAS is where you’ll find the tools, experience, and community to succeed.
Start your filmmaking journey with us and be part of something special—where courageous creatives find their home.

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