2026 Creative Careers Application - Continuing Education
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AFS Creative Careers is now accepting applications for the Continuing Education Pathway from July 13th through August 14th, 2026.
Courses in Continuing Education are offered free of charge to working professionals who wish to expand their technical knowledge and creative skills. Creative industry professionals with 3+ years of working experience are encouraged to apply for this free training pathway.
Accepted participants are required to take a minimum of 3 classes during their time in the program. Please indicate in your application which classes you’re interested in getting free access to. Note: Class offerings are subject to change.
If you are curious about how this pathway differs from our AFS Internship Pathway and our Immersive Pathway, please see this graphic for a breakdown of pathway benefits and perks. Please also visit our FAQ page.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Age 18 and older (Must be 18 years old at the start of the program)
- Verifiable 3+ years of working professional media experience
- Commitment to 3 months of self-paced instruction
- Austin Area Resident (Travis, Williamson, Caldwell, Hays, and Bastrop counties)
Selected applicants will be notified via email.
Session Dates:
- September 28- December 18th, 2026 (Notified by September 15th)
**Completing an application does not guarantee acceptance into the program.**
Please note that this Pathway is not our AFS Producer Program. Any participants in Continuing Education who wish to join the Producer Program will be required to pay the same subscription and class fees as any other member of the public and take the required classes for certification.
Follow up questions may be directed to workforce@austinfilm.org.