FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)

Ajyal Film Academy (AFA), operating under parent entity Ajyal Al Fann, is a premier film, media, and performing arts training institution in Riyadh delivering hands-on conservatory and workshop education in partnership with the New York Film Academy (NYFA).

From the very first week, students operate professional cinema cameras, light sets, record location sound, write scripts, and direct actors—graduating with finished films and showreels rather than theoretical notes.

AFA delivers NYFA-aligned curricula, studio contact hours, and practical evaluations in Riyadh, taught by a blend of NYFA-vetted international faculty and seasoned Saudi/regional practitioners.

Yes. Eligible conservatory and academic pathways at AFA support transferable academic credits toward advanced programs at NYFA campuses in Los Angeles, New York City, and South Beach.

The flagship campus is embedded directly inside Al Hisn Big Time Studios on Makkah Road in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The Al Hisn Handbook is the official operational and studio safety reference governing soundstage protocols, equipment handling, and professional set conduct inside Al Hisn Big Time Studios.

Cinema-grade digital camera systems, prime and zoom cinema lenses, professional grip and lighting rigs, multi-track field audio recorders, NLE editing and color-grading suites, and collaborative writers’ rooms.

Yes, a second campus location is currently in development and will be announced soon.

AFA’s framework encompasses 300+ students and 15 to 20+ active programmes and workshops across conservatory, graduate, and short-course tracks.

Directing, Cinematography, Screenwriting, Producing, Editing & Post-Production, Sound Design, Production Design, Film Business, and Capstone Production.

Target launch is October 2026, with cohort capacity strictly capped at 60 students.

Offerings include the 4-Week Filmmaking Workshop, Acting for Film Intensive, 1-, 4-, 8-, and 12-week evening workshops in Directing, Producing, Screenwriting, Cinematography, Content Creation, and Corporate Training.

A minimum of a high-school diploma (or equivalent) is required for conservatory and workshop tracks, alongside basic proficiency and commitment to intensive studio teamwork.

No prior filmmaking experience or portfolio is mandatory for entry-level workshops or the 1-Year Conservatory, though applicants may upload an optional portfolio during registration.

Yes. Female applicants are fully eligible and strongly encouraged to apply across all directing, cinematography, producing, screenwriting, editing, sound, and acting programmes.

Yes. AFA welcomes Saudi nationals, GCC citizens, residents in Saudi Arabia, and international applicants.

Yes. With our single-account portal, you create one account, apply to as many programmes as you like, and track every application in one place.

Planned base tuition is $21,000 USD (SAR 78,750) prior to applicable equipment/materials fees.

AFA offers Institutional & Partner Scholarships, Corporate & Industry Sponsorships, and structured Installment Payment Plans.

Supervised access to studio stages, cameras, lighting, and sound gear for curriculum shoots is integrated into training; any program-specific material fees are outlined clearly prior to enrollment.

Curricula are delivered in English to match global industry and NYFA credit-transfer standards, supported by Arabic translation, bilingual mentorship, and Arabic-supported workshops.

Under parent entity Ajyal Al Fann, AFA aligns its local training governance, facility standards, and quality assurance with the Technical and Vocational Training Corporation (TVTC).

Graduates leave with a complete portfolio and verified credits for careers in feature films, streaming series, television, commercials, and digital media across Saudi Arabia and the region.

Visit our Apply page to submit your application online, call us at 0554391169, or email support@ajyalacademy.com.