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Do you dream of making films? Want to learn everything from idea to finished product, whether you’re a beginner or already have some experience? At Film and Video Production, we’ll develop your artistic voice and storytelling skills, and fill your showreel with film upon film upon film!
Film and Video Production at Agder was the starting point of my career as a documentary producer. The inspiration I found there became both a profession and a lifestyle I’ll carry with me well into retirement. Truly the most defining year of my life so far!
– Christian Aune Falch, UpNorth Film
At Film and Video Production, you’ll grow your creative abilities, learn technical skills, and collaborate on real film projects. We’ll help you find your voice both in front of and behind the camera. At school, on trips, and through industry placements.
What will you learn at Film and videoproduction?
You’ll get a hands-on, creative year focused on:
- Industry practice – gain experience in the film industry through internships in Norway
- Explore London – we travel to London and get to know the city through its film culture
- Creative idea development – how to build strong and original stories
- Dramaturgy – using structures like Vogler’s Hero’s Journey and the Story Circle
- Screenwriting – how to structure and create your own stories
- Directing – techniques and methods for leading a production
- Editing – both technical and artistic, using Adobe Creative Suite and DaVinci Resolve
- Camera, lighting, and sound – from the basics to advanced gear handling
- Access to all our equipment – see a small selection of what we offer here
- Real production experience – event filming and multi-camera recording
- Loving what you do – because filmmaking is all about passion! 🎞️❤️
This program is for everyone – no matter your experience! You might be someone who…
- want to try your hands both in front of and behind the camera.
- are you completely new? No problem, we’ll teach you the basics.
- have experience? Here, you can develop and build further on what you already know.
- enjoys teamwork and learning from others.
Not fluent in Norwegian?
You can still apply to this course and learn Norwegian throughout the year via our electives “language learning” and our buddy-system. At Film and videoproduction the course is supposed to be in Norwegian, but we have had a couple of international students (USA and Germany) who have come here and learned throughout the year. We usually start the year in English and with time switch over to Norwegian. If the teacher gives important messages it is always given in English, but if there is something you haven’t quite caught the rest of the class is always very helpful and will translate things for you.
If you however want to go to Folk High school with the sole purpose of learning the Norwegian Language and culture we recommend the course “Norwegian Language and Culture – NLC”.
If you are somewhat proficient in Norwegian, or at least understand it to some extent we recommend checking out other classes like film or the outdoor class. Don’t hesitate to contact the school with questions! Either the office kontor@agder.fhs.no or the teacher directly
Friends, creativity, and southern Norwegian charm, that’s what Agder Folk High School offers (as long as you remember your umbrella). Film and Video Production is an incredible course whether you’re a cinephile or just love goofing around on camera. Here, you can make your masterpiece, and then never shut up about it.
Fabian F. Lenschow
An amazing film year with great equipment and a teacher who was always there to help. Never a boring moment! We got to explore our creativity and make awesome films together. So much fun to try scriptwriting, editing, filming — everything! Truly a year full of learning.
Silvana Brevik Slavov, practical FX and make-up artist
A year I’ll never forget with a fantastic teacher who helps with everything! Educational and exciting, challenging and fun. Social people, cool trips, and so much to learn. Simply amazing!
Sebastian Fjell Strand
A super fun and rewarding year! So cool to try absolutely everything in film. The teacher was incredibly skilled and helped us with everything we needed. We also did lots of other fun things like cabin trips, cinematrips, escape rooms. Never a dull day in the film class!
Johanne Baardseth, film student
My year in the film program at Agder Folk High School was memorable and educational. I’ve grown a lot as a person while learning so much about film and what goes into a production. It made me want to pursue film further!
Silje Molstad, film student
Film at Agder 23 years ago was the start of my career as a documentary producer. The inspiration I found there became a profession and a lifestyle I’ll carry with me well into retirement. Truly the most defining year of my life so far!
Christian Aune Falch, producer UpNorth film
This year has been fantastic! The film class is amazing — never a boring hour. We got to try so many different things. Such a valuable year! I don’t regret my choice for a second. And the staff? They’re wonderful!
Malin Kolaas
Study trip London
We travel to Europe’s creative capital — a hub for film, theatre, music, and culture. You’ll experience both modern production and classic film history while creating your own projects right in the heart of the city!
- Theatre at West End
- Warner Bros studio tour (Harry Potter!)
- BFI (British film institute)
Industry internship
At Agder FHS, you’ll get the chance to build real connections in the Norwegian film industry through an internship working alongside professionals and gaining valuable references for future jobs. You can even suggest where you’d like to work or which role you’d like to explore further.
- Build industry connections
- Gain strong references
- Work on major film and TV productions
- Previous placements include NRK, Maipo Film, Helmet VFX & Studios, and more
Through the internship I had during my year at AgderFHS, I built valuable connections in the film industry. It has already led to several film jobs afterwards and given me an important foothold in a field where networking means everything. It was a great experience to travel to another city with part of the class for a week, and at the same time very educational to see how professionals work in practice. Highly recommended, both for the fun of it and for your career!
Simon Øvretveit, film student NTNU
Study trip Hovden
Twice a year, we head to the school’s own cabin in the mountain village of Hovden. Here, we make high-quality short films — often in the horror genre. Evenings are spent with board games, a crackling fireplace, late-night movie sessions, and maybe a trip to the slopes or the water park for those who want it.
- Early autumn trip – get to know each other!
- Stunning nature – perfect film locations!
- Skiing and winter activities for those interested
Equipment Enabling your dreams
- Cinema camera (BMPCC 6KPro)
- Various 4K doc-cameras of industry standard
- 360-camera, GoPros, Drones, gimbals
- Cinelinser, audio gear, lighting, sliders og dollys
- Greenscreen-studio, photo studio and sound studio
- Editing suites (PC/Mac)
- Full Adobe Suite and Davinci Resolve
Frequent questions
You can see all info about our prices here
It’s about a 15-minute drive to Kristiansand, or 30 minutes by bus. The bus stops are around a 10-minute walk from the school. Tangvall town center is 5 minutes away by car, 10 by bus.
No. Everything you need is provided at the school – cameras, editing rooms, computers, and software. However, it’s useful to have a simple laptop or tablet for writing scripts, since you’ll get access to professional screenwriting software. As long as it starts up, it’s more than good enough.
Of course! You’ll have time for that both during class and in your free time. You’ll get plenty of assignments and projects with some framework, but there’s a lot of room to bring your own ideas, projects, or suggestions for activities and lessons.
Both no and yes. There’s little traditional classroom teaching like you might know from high school. We focus on practical work, and the theory is tied to what you’re doing in practice. If you make a cool creative choice, we’ll explain why it works and how you can use it consciously in your storytelling. You learn mostly through doing, followed by feedback and reflection.
Yes, both where and what! If you’re passionate about sound, for example, we’ll help you find a placement where you can build experience and connections with professionals in your field.
We usually have 12–16 students in the class. The minibus seats 16, so that’s roughly the upper limit – but nothing’s ever truly impossible, so reach out even if it says “full.”
Just get in touch! You can send us a DM on Instagram at @agderfilm – you’ll often get a reply from one of the students. You can also contact the film teacher by email or phone. Check the Staff page (Lars) for details.
Teacher Hei!
My name is Lars, I’m the Film teacher, and I hope to see you at Film and Videoproduction! I took a bachelor’s and master’s degree in film and video production from NTNU, as well as a teaching degree in Trondheim. During my bachelor’s, I also had the opportunity to live and study film in California, but my Californian accent is all gone.
Some highlights from the year
August
Two great intro weeks with the whole school. Getting to know each other fast! We travel to the island of Ny-Hellesund, stay overnight, and even squeeze in 1–2 short film projects before September.
September
Trip to our cabin at Hovden for a larger film production.
October
With the basics in place, we dive into more ambitious film projects using all the skills we’ve learned.
November
We work full speed toward Agderlørdag which is an evening of performances arranged by the different classes for the rest of the school. The Film students often deliver incredible shows and films. As many as 18 short films have been made in just two weeks!
December
Animation project with the art class before Christmas. We explore different animation techniques and create some beautiful short stories for the holidays.
January
We develop our own ideas and prepare to pitch our main spring film(s). Our goal is to aim for festivals.
February
Study trip! We travel abroad to experience the world of film beyond Norway. Visits include film institutions, studios, production companies, and iconic filming locations.
March
Editing and finalizing the study trip projects, and starting larger short film productions.
April
Industry placement: Students can choose specific roles, companies, or regions in Norway. It’s an invaluable way to build connections and get references in the Norwegian film industry. We also usually host the school’s final Agderlørdag, making sure there are plenty of emotional moments before the year ends.
May
We finish the year with a trip back to Ny-Hellesund, where we were during the first weeks, and look back on an unforgettable year together.
A memorable and educational year. I’ve grown so much as a person while learning an incredible amount about film and production. It made me want to pursue film!
-Silje Molstad, film student
What are you waiting for?
Apply for a creative year!
A year of personal growth, countless films for your showreel, and the chance to connect with a hundred new friends.