1^st lesson free

Matthew

Rate €73
Response 1h

€73/h

1^st lesson free

Cinema
Production
Script Writing for Film

University film lecturer with 10+ years of industry experience teaches film production in Melbourne for beginners to advanced students.

Cinema
Production
Script Writing for Film

Lesson location

- online

About Matthew

I'm an award-winning filmmaker, university lecturer and qualified educator with over a decade of industry experience, and an experienced teacher in filmmaking, cinematography and screen media across Australia's higher education and vocational sectors. I believe the best way to learn filmmaking is through practical experience, guided by someone who not only works in the industry but also understands how to teach.

I have taught in the following schools and programs:
Swinburne
- Bachelor of Film & Television - Film Production
- Advanced Diploma of Screen & Media - Cinematography, Directing Performers, Color Grading
- Cert IV Photography and Digital Imaging - Video Content Creation

Melbourne Polytechnic
- Advanced Diploma of Screen & Media -Narrative Cinematography, Documentary Cinematography, Post-Production.

Victoria University
- Bachelor of Screen Media - Post-Production, Screen Media Enterprise, Screen Media Production

Deakin
- Bachelor of Film & Television - Cinematography

PSC
- Bachelor of Screen Media - Cinematography, Portfolio

ACDC
- Advanced Diploma of Screen & Media

Throughout my teaching career, I've worked with students ranging from complete beginners through to advanced diploma, undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

My teaching experience spans a wide range of screen disciplines, including:

- Film Production
- Cinematography
- Screenwriting
- Directing
- Documentary Filmmaking
- Camera & Lighting Techniques
- Multi-camera Television Production
- Post-Production
- Colour Grading
- DaVinci Resolve
- Visual Storytelling
- Video Content Creation
- Production Planning and Professional Practice

Alongside teaching, I continue to work professionally as a filmmaker through my production company, creating corporate, educational, documentary and narrative films. My short films have received awards and international festival selections, and I continue to produce new creative work while undertaking a PhD in screenwriting, researching autoethnographic screenwriting adaptation theory. I have presented my research at conferences around Australia.

My qualifications include:

PhD (Film) – In Progress
Bachelor of Film & Television
Advanced Diploma of Screen & Media
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE)
Associate Fellow of Advanced Higher Education (AFHEA)

I'm experienced with industry-standard equipment, including ARRI, Blackmagic, Sony FX and Canon Cinema camera systems, as well as professional lighting, sound recording and post-production workflows using DaVinci Resolve.

For your peace of mind, I also hold a current Working with Children Check, making my lessons suitable for school-aged students as well as adults.

Whether you're looking to make your first short film, prepare a university portfolio, improve your cinematography, master DaVinci Resolve or develop your storytelling skills, my goal is to help you become a more confident, creative and technically skilled filmmaker.

About the lesson

While many filmmaking tutors come solely from the industry, effective teaching requires a different skill set. As well as working professionally as a filmmaker, I have years of experience teaching hands-on filmmaking in the classroom. I hold a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, giving me formal qualifications in adult education and instructional design.

I don't just show you how something is done—I understand how to break down complex filmmaking concepts into clear, practical lessons that are tailored to your learning style, experience and goals. I have taught a diverse cohort of learners and understand that there is no singular approach to education.

Whether you're picking up a camera for the first time, preparing for film school, developing a short film, or looking to refine your professional filmmaking skills, my lessons are tailored to your goals, experience and creative interests.

I take a practical, hands-on approach to teaching, combining industry-standard techniques with a strong focus on visual storytelling. Rather than simply explaining theory, I guide students through real filmmaking workflows, helping them build confidence by creating their own projects and receiving personalised feedback throughout the process.

Lessons can cover a wide range of filmmaking disciplines, including:

- Film Production
- Cinematography
- Camera Operation
- Lighting
- Directing
- Screenwriting
- Documentary Filmmaking
- Colour Grading
- DaVinci Resolve
- Editing and Post-Production
- Visual Storytelling
- Pre-production and Production Planning
- Cinema Studies

There is no set lesson length - if you require a 30-minute brush-up or a series of 8-hour days taught across multiple weeks, I can arrange that for you. I can offer workshops for more in-depth practical sessions or group projects. I offer one-on-one tuition as well as small group lessons, making sessions ideal for friends, classmates, production teams or anyone wanting to learn collaboratively.

My lessons are suitable for:

- Complete beginners
- High school (16 years upward) and university students
- Film school applicants building a portfolio
- Independent filmmakers
- Content creators
- Teachers and educators looking to incorporate filmmaking into their practice
- Professionals wanting to strengthen their skills

Lessons can take place in the following:
- Online
- On-Campus (MelbPoly Fairfeild)
- At your home (Location Dependent)
- Your Business (Group workshops only)

Whether you want to make your first short film, improve your camera work, develop a screenplay, master DaVinci Resolve, or receive feedback on an existing project, I provide supportive, personalised lessons designed to help you achieve your creative goals with confidence.

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€73

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5 h: €304
10 h: €577

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This first lesson offered with Matthew will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.

30mins

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* Please note the "1st Lesson Free" is a consultation to learn about your needs and not a formal teaching session.

Group workshops/tutorials pricing is the same as the above pricing. If equipment is needed (cameras, lights, ect), a small fee may be charged.

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University film lecturer with 10+ years of industry experience teaches film production in Melbourne for beginners to advanced students.

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online

free lessons

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Other tutors in Cinema

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Yana

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