Behind the Lens: Practical Workshops for Creative and Technical Roles

Following a sold-out event in 2024, WIFT Vic and Panavision Australia are proud to present the return of the Behind the Lens workshops at the 2025 St Kilda Film Festival.

This unique, hands-on event is designed for Directors, Producers, and Cinematographers seeking to deepen their understanding of how lenses and camera technology shape visual storytelling. Led by Nic Godoy of Panavision Australia, the workshops feature live, on-set demonstrations using a range of Panavision cameras and both vintage and contemporary lenses.

This is a rare chance to exchange ideas, share experiences, and build relationships that could shape your next creative project—after all, you never know when you’ll meet your next collaborator!

The day is structured in two sessions:

11.30-1.30pm
Session one is designed specifically for Directors and Creatives, focusing on the critical role of visual language in storytelling.

2:30pm - 4:30pm 
Session two is designed for those in advanced technical roles—Cinematographers, Camera Assistants, post-production etc.

A networking lunch for all attendees will be held between sessions, offering a valuable opportunity to connect with peers and industry professionals. If you're coming to the morning session, stay for lunch, and if you're coming for the afternoon session then come in early for lunch - you never know when you might meet your next collaborator!

Stick around after the second session for a networking event for all Big Picture attendees at 5pm!

 

Location
JMC Academy Bank St Campus
169/171 Bank St, South Melbourne VIC 3205

Date
Saturday, 7th June

Time
11:30 am to 4:30 pm

 

 

Behind the Lens is proudly presented with the support of the Australian Directors Guild, Australian Cinematographers Society, St Kilda Film Festival, and Panavision Australia.