Film & Media Production Program
Powered by New Breed Life Arts × FASS Films LLP
New Breed Life Arts has partnered with FASS Films LLP, a Harlem‑based production company, to create one of the most comprehensive Film & Media Training Programs available to youth, adults, and emerging creators. This joint program blends martial arts discipline with professional film production, giving students a complete pathway from beginner to filmmaker.
🌟 Program Overview
The Film & Media Program trains students in every major area of modern production:
- Acting for Film
- Stunt Performance & Fight Choreography
- Directing & Scene Blocking
- Filmmaking & Production Workflow
- Animation & Visual Effects
- Cinematography & Camera Operation
- Storytelling & Scriptwriting
- Pre‑Production Planning
- Post‑Production Editing
- Sound Recording & Audio Design
- Lighting for Film
- Camera Movement & Gimbal Work
This is a hands‑on, studio‑based program where students learn by doing — creating real films, real scenes, and real media projects.
🎥 About FASS Films LLP
FASS Films LLP is a Harlem production company founded to produce narrative films, documentaries, action sequences, and youth‑centered media. The company specializes in:
- Cinematography
- Directing
- Digital lighting
- Visual effects
- Animation
- Action choreography
- Editing & post‑production
- Youth media education
FASS Films brings industry‑level production experience directly into the classroom, giving students access to real workflows used in professional film sets.
🧑🏫 Instruction & Mentorship
Training is led by:
Joseph Thompson
Founder of FASS Films LLP Film Director, Producer, VFX Artist, Animator Director of Drill 2 Survive Youth Media Instructor (Harlem, NYC)
Joseph teaches:
- Acting for camera
- Directing actors
- Cinematography
- Editing & post‑production
- Visual effects
- Story development
- Action scene filming
- Animation fundamentals
- Studio workflow & production discipline
His teaching style blends professional film training with martial arts discipline, giving students a unique advantage in action filmmaking and performance.
🥋 Acting & Stunt Training
Because New Breed Life Arts is a martial arts institution, students receive specialized training in:
- On‑camera fighting
- Stunt safety
- Action choreography
- Movement for actors
- Martial arts performance
- Reaction timing
- Scene rhythm & pacing
This makes the program ideal for:
- Aspiring actors
- Martial artists
- Content creators
- Action filmmakers
- Youth interested in performance arts
🎬 Hands‑On Production
Students work on real projects:
- Short films
- Action scenes
- Documentary segments
- Music video concepts
- Martial arts demo reels
- Studio interviews
- Social‑impact storytelling
- Animation shorts
- Behind‑the‑scenes content
Every student completes at least one finished project for their portfolio.
🛠️ Equipment & Software
Training includes:
- DSLR & mirrorless cameras
- Studio lighting kits
- Boom mics & audio recorders
- Gimbals & stabilizers
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- DaVinci Resolve
- After Effects
- Storyboarding tools
- Animation software
Students learn industry‑standard tools used in real productions.
Youth Film Program
The youth track focuses on:
- Creative confidence
- Digital storytelling
- Teamwork & leadership
- Media literacy
- College portfolio building
- Positive self‑expression
Youth learn to use film as a tool for community storytelling and personal growth.
🎓 Adult & Professional Track
Adults can train in:
- Directing
- Cinematography
- Editing
- Producing
- VFX
- Animation
- Action filmmaking
- Studio workflow
Perfect for:
- Aspiring filmmakers
- Actors
- Martial artists
- Content creators
- Entrepreneurs building media brands
🕒 Schedule
Seasonal sessions:
- Fall
- Winter
- Spring
- Summer Intensive
Evening & weekend workshops available.
📍 Location
New Breed Life Arts 233 West 135th Street, Basement New York, NY 10030
📞 Contact to Enroll
Call or text: 917‑743‑4365 Email: fassfilmsllp@gmail.com