Privacy Summary
Art Department Masterclass respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. We collect only the information necessary to deliver our educational programmes, manage registrations, and communicate with participants. Your data is handled in accordance with European data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We do not sell personal data and only share information with trusted service providers where necessary and lawful.
The Art Department Masterclass (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data in a transparent and responsible way. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information when you visit our website or engage with our programmes.
We process personal data in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable European data protection laws.
1. Who We Are
Art Department Masterclass is an educational platform based in Europe, offering training, events, and resources related to the art department for film, TV and related industries.
For any privacy-related questions, you can contact us at:
hello@artdepartmentmasterclass.com
2. What Personal Data We Collect
We collect personal data only when it is necessary and when you choose to provide it.
This may include:
Your name and email address
Country of residence
Professional or educational information (such as CVs, portfolios, or biographies), if submitted
Information you provide when registering for courses, masterclasses, or events
Communications you send to us (emails, feedback, application forms)
Technical information such as IP address, browser type, device information, and website usage data
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
To manage registrations for courses, masterclasses, and events
To provide access to learning materials and online content
To communicate with you about programmes, updates, and relevant opportunities
To respond to enquiries and provide support
To maintain the security and proper functioning of our website
To improve our educational offerings and user experience
We only process data when we have a valid legal basis, such as your consent, the performance of a contract, or our legitimate interests in operating and improving the platform.
4. How Long We Keep Your Data
We retain personal data only for as long as it is necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, or as required by law.
You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal or contractual obligations.
5. Data Security
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.
Personal data is stored on secure, GDPR-compliant systems. Access is limited to those who need the data to perform their role.
6. Sharing Your Data
We do not sell or rent personal data.
We may share limited personal information with trusted third parties where necessary, including:
Service providers (such as email platforms, learning management systems, or payment processors)
Event partners or collaborators, only where relevant and with your consent
All third parties are required to handle personal data in compliance with applicable data protection laws.
7. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
Access the personal data we hold about you
Request correction or deletion of your data
Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
Object to or restrict certain types of processing
Request a copy of your data in a portable format
Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
You can exercise these rights by contacting us at the email address above.
8. Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to ensure the website functions properly and to understand how visitors use the site.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain features of the website.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services or legal requirements. The most current version will always be published on our website.