2025-01-12 Filmmaking Techniques
Crème Academy Media and Entertainment Technology Education
By O. Wolfson
Crème Academy, situated in the heart of Bangkok's central shopping district, is a premier institution specializing in creative media and entertainment technology education. Established in 2002 as SAE Institute Thailand, it rebranded to Crème Academy in early 2018, continuing its legacy of producing highly skilled graduates for the Thai and international media industries.
The academy offers a range of diploma and short courses in Audio Engineering and Digital Filmmaking, all approved and accredited by Thailand’s Ministry of Education. Notably, Crème Academy was the first 'AMS Neve Appointed Training Partner' in the world, reflecting its commitment to maintaining high industry standards.
Crème Academy's state-of-the-art facilities include Dolby Atmos sound studios, media labs, digital workstations, and professional-grade audio and filmmaking equipment. The campus houses recording studios and live rooms designed by renowned acoustician Masami "Sam" Toyoshima, featuring Genelec monitors and an AMS Neve Genesys Console. Additionally, the academy boasts a Green Screen studio, a Colour Grading Suite equipped with DaVinci Resolve Advanced Panel, and industry-standard film equipment, including BlackMagic URSA cameras and ARRI lighting kits.
With a focus on practical, hands-on experience, Crème Academy ensures that students are well-prepared to integrate seamlessly into the fast-growing global media and entertainment industry. The academy's teaching approach encourages creativity and provides students with the opportunity to discover their own working methods, supported by experienced instructors and industry professionals.
Over its 17-year legacy, Crème Academy has produced over a thousand alumni who are now actively working in the global media and entertainment industry, underscoring its role as a leading institution in creative media education.