From Screen to Crew: Three In-Person Masterclasses in Italy
Following the online phase, selected participants will move on to three intensive one-week in-person masterclass in Italy. During the on-set audiovisual production phase (the first masterclass), the young participants will work as a genuine film crew and cast to produce an actual short film, under the supervision of tutors and professionals.
Beyond the masterclass, participants will also have opportunities to join ongoing and future film production projects.
Visionary Youth
An Erasmus+ International Project
Empowering youth creativity through cinematic arts, sound design, and digital innovation
Official Publications & European Resources
SALTO-YOUTH Toolbox: Access and download our Trilingual Glossary of Filmmaking, Cinematography & Film Scoring on the official SALTO-YOUTH platform
EPALE (Electronic Platform for Adult Learning in Europe): Read our official article detailing the project and the methodologies developed
The Project: From Film Theory to the Movie Set
VISIONARY YOUTH is a completely free training and creative initiative designed for young people aged 18 to 30. Guided by professional filmmakers, composers, and industry experts, participants explore the entire filmmaking and sound creation process, up to the production of a short film.
Starting in October 2026, the project kicks off with 10 online sessions covering framing, cinematic lighting, camera work, color grading, and film music. The learning methodology is practical and hands-on (learning by doing), requiring no prior experience — just curiosity, a smartphone, an internet connection, and basic English skills. Participants receive the European Youthpass certificate.
Lead Partner: Asociația Tinerii 3D
The project was conceived and is promoted by the Associazione Sostegno Armonico, based in Turin, in collaboration with Asociația Tinerii 3D (Craiova, Romania), a non-profit organization dedicated to youth empowerment, social inclusion, and digital innovation. Specializing in non-formal education and youth engagement, Tinerii 3D oversees the international framework of the project, fostering vibrant cross-cultural collaboration.
Institutional Partners & Collaborators
The initiative is delivered by Sostegno Armonico in partnership with leading institutions in the film industry:
National Museum of Cinema (Turin): A world-renowned institution for film history, education, and heritage.
Film Commission Torino Piemonte: A key foundation supporting audiovisual production, regional development, and emerging filmmakers.
