Georgia Film Consortium

The University of North Georgia is a member of the Georgia Film Consortium (GFC). The Georgia Film Academy (GFA) supports the GFC, which is a unique-in-the-nation, state-wide collaboration of institutions of the University System of Georgia, Technical College System of Georgia and Independent institutions who offer professional courses in film, television, digital entertainment, esports and game development.

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About GFA

The Georgia Film Academy is a professional organization, a unit of the University System of Georgia, which is committed to leading and advancing the entertainment arts industry and its workforce in Georgia. The GFA promotes rigorous professional training, and supports opportunities for union-covered film and television production craft internships and placement in creative industries, apprenticeships and jobs in an effort to build a permanent and sustainable industry in the state. On behalf of the USG, TCSG, and their institutions, as well as private higher education institutions in Georgia who choose to use its resources, the GFA is dedicated to the development of both Georgia’s workforce and the industry which will utilize it.

As a student in the University of North Georgia’s film and digital media program as part of the School of Communication, Film, & Theatre, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Learn from professionals in the Film, Television and Digital Entertainment industries
  • Take classes at an industry hub facilitated with a package of professional-level equipment
  • Participate in on-set, hands-on experience and simulated “real world” projects, coupled with in-classroom course work
  • Work hands-on with professional production equipment (cameras, sound gear, lights, etc.) as well as production trucks and generators on studio soundstages
  • Apply for an internship or apprenticeship on a major film production set, television studio, editing house or digital entertainment lab in order to develop recognized film credits, through partnerships with professional productions
  • Receive one-on-one job counseling to include resume preparation, job research and job placement outreach from GFA
  • Earn any of three Georgia Film Academy industry certifications, recognized by production companies, studios, networks, vendors, and other entertainment businesses which may employ Georgians:
    • Film & Television Production Certification
    • Film & Television Post-Production Certification
    • Digital Entertainment, Esports & Game Development Certification
  • More information about the Georgia Film Academy
  • Explore our film and digital media programs partnered with GFA

What Courses will be Offered?

GFA Courses


In addition, the GFC semester schedule follows the eCore Common Academic Calendar

  • For questions regarding classes at your institution and how they work within your degree programs, please go to our contact page.
  • For questions or more information about the Georgia Film Academy, please contact Academics Coordinator Emma Smith at emma.smith@usg.edu.

How Can I Register as a Current Student at UNG?

Current students enrolled at UNG can register for GFA courses just like any other course at UNG as long as they meet the pre-requisite courses needed by GFA and UNG.

If you need assistance registering for a GFA courses please go to our contact page.

I am a Prospective Student and would like to attend UNG to take GFA courses. Where do I Start?

If you would like to attend UNG as a first time student, returning student, transfer student, transient student, dual enrolled student, international student, non-traditional student, or a non-degree seeking student, we would love to have you join us at UNG.

Please see the admissions page for more information about how to apply for UNG and get that process started.

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