Stop Watching Movies.
Start Crewing Them.

Learn cinematic storytelling on $100k+ of real Hollywood gear, taught exclusively by working Australian feature film directors. No dry theory. No academic gatekeeping. Just the set.

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Ages 13–19 · July 7–11
5-Day Winter Film Crew Intensive

Build a professional showreel piece on RED 6K cinema cameras under the direct supervision of feature directors CJ Barnes and Stephen Osborne.

From $475 RRP $950
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Independent Creators · Weekends
Adult Practical Filmmaking Bootcamps

Weekend intensives for independent creators, actors, and corporate videographers. Master advanced cinematography, industry lighting structures, and digital data management.

From $197
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Gold Coast · Delivery Available
B2B Production Gear Rental House

The Gold Coast’s most competitive rates for independent filmmakers and commercial crews. Complete RED, Blackmagic, and ARRI lighting packages delivered directly to your production.

Packages From $180/Day
EXPLORE GEAR CATALOG

Your instructors aren’t academics. They are Box Office Directors.

CJ
CJ Barnes
Feature Film Director & Cinematographer

Teaches hands-on camera blocking, spatial design, and RED 6K workflow mechanics direct from Australian box office productions.

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Stephen Osborne
Feature Film Director & Producer

Teaches performance direction, on-set logistics, continuity, and production reality from the perspective of a working industry producer.

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Rita Artman
Independent Director & Screenwriter

Teaches narrative structures, visual subtext, and short-form project design grounded in real production experience.

↓ THE STAIR LIGHT GUARANTEE

We maintain a strict student-to-gear ratio. Every single attendee spends maximum hours with their hands on our actual RED cameras and ARRI kits — not sitting in a lecture theater watching slides.

Student Results
“I had never touched a professional camera before. By day three I was operating the RED Dragon on a dolly track. Ryan and the team make the impossible feel normal.”
— Miami State High School Student, July 2025 Camp
“The showreel piece we produced is legitimately the best thing I’ve ever put on a camera. I didn’t expect that level of result from a five-day course.”
— Adult Bootcamp Graduate, Gold Coast
“Renting the RED kit from Stair Light saved our production over $4,000 compared to Sydney rates. Delivered on time, clean, and fully rigged.”
— Independent Film Producer, Brisbane
For Schools & Institutions

High School Media & Drama HODs: Bring the Set to Your Campus.

We transport our $100k mobile production unit directly to your high school for QCAA-aligned incursions, workshops, and industry professional development. Your students get hands-on time with real Hollywood equipment — zero logistics on your end.

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Common Questions

Do students need to bring their own cameras?

No. Every student trains on our company-owned RED Epic Dragon, RED Scarlet, and Blackmagic Ursa Mini Pro kits. All equipment, accessories, and consumable media is provided for the full duration of the course.

Are payment plans available?

Yes. We support flexible payment plans, upfront school partner subsidies, and split-payment checkout options. Contact us directly at Stairlightproductions@gmail.com to arrange a plan that works for you.

Is the gear rental house insured?

Yes. Full public liability ($10M) and transit/equipment coverage are active on all commercial rentals. Insurance certificates are available on request prior to any booking.

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