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Helsinki Film Lab

Pioneering Short Courses for the Film, TV, Gaming and Literary Industries

Helsinki Film Lab is redefining education for creative professionals with its unique and innovative short courses tailored for the film, TV, and gaming industries. Located in the heart of Finland's vibrant creative scene, Helsinki Film Lab offers cutting-edge programs designed to inspire and empower the next generation of storytellers.

Whether you're a script writer, television producer, gaffer or game developer, Helsinki Film Lab provides hands-on training and expert guidance in various aspects of media production. From scriptwriting and directing to writing immersive gaming experiences, the lab’s courses are designed to push boundaries, encouraging participants to think outside the box and embrace new technologies.

Our vision

At Helsinki Film Lab, we aim to be a global pioneer in innovation across the entertainment industries: film, TV, and gaming. We believe in a future where professionals move fluidly between these sectors, blending craft, technology, and giving life to their bold ideas.

We’re building an inclusive and equitable ecosystem where talent from all backgrounds can thrive. Even when courses target specific roles, we welcome all professionals. This is because we believe that diverse perspectives spark powerful cross-industry collaborations.

We imagine a future where our alumni are leading the way: creating award-winning content, building original IPs, and shaping the global entertainment landscape with integrity and creativity. Their success is our impact.

Our work is grounded in three core values:

Inclusivity, because we know that equity makes the industry stronger.

Networking, because community is the biggest driver of opportunity.

– and Innovation, because progress means prosperity for all.

Our goal is to champion sustainable practices, creativity, and collaboration.