sharpen your filmmaking

our workshop for films shot on mobile phones

Want to make films but only have your phone? Perfect—no fancy camera required. Join one of our hands-on beginner workshops and discover how to transform your smartphone into a powerful filmmaking tool.

The Dublin Smartphone Film Festival regularly hosts hands-on filmmaking workshops designed to turn your everyday phone into a storytelling powerhouse. Whether you’re totally new to filmmaking or just curious how to level up your mobile shots, our expert-led sessions will guide you through planning, shooting, and editing — all from your pocket.

You’ll experiment with lenses, gimbals, camera apps, and editing tools, all in a supportive, creative environment. Spaces are limited (because quality matters), so don’t wait — sign up now and let your stories shine on the big screen!

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What to expect from our filmaking workshop

Storyboarding

This dynamic workshop dives deep into the essentials of creating compelling films with your smartphone. Learn scriptwriting basics, filming techniques for stunning visuals, and editing magic – all in a single, fun-filled session.

Filmmaking

Take your filmmaking journey to the next level! Our in-depth Filmmaking School offers a progressive curriculum, spanning multiple sessions. Explore advanced concepts like lighting, sound design, color grading, narrative development, and more.

Editing

Have a unique film project in mind? Our Bespoke Workshops offer personalized instruction tailored to your specific needs. Work one-on-one with an experienced filmmaker to develop your concept, refine your skills, and bring your story to life on the big (or rather, small) screen!

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Have a unique film project in mind? Our Bespoke Workshops offer personalized instruction tailored to your specific needs. Work one-on-one with an experienced filmmaker to develop your concept, refine your skills, and bring your story to life on the big (or rather, small) screen!

What Student Says

Thoroughly enjoyed Rob Fitzhugh’s Dublin Smart Phone Film Festival Workshop on at Irish Film Institute. Rob is a fantastic facilitator who imparts his vast knowledge with ease, humour and smart learning. Highly recommended.

Raymond Keane

Excellent Festival with a Terrific workshop I attended.

Edward Savage

Great festival! I learned a lot in the mobile phone filmmaking workshop, can’t wait to participate next time!

Christian Hernandez

Great teacher with lot of passion. The teacher put available free resources also after the course. Recommend it. Thank you very much Rob for providing this course and resources.

Alicia Casu

Beskpoke Educational & Community Workshops

Our Bespoke Educational & Community Workshops offer personalized learning experiences tailored to the needs of individuals and groups. Whether you’re a budding filmmaker or an organization looking to engage your community, these workshops provide expert guidance, practical skills, and a collaborative environment to help bring your creative vision to life.

Organizations that we have worked with

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