Who
Crew: Ages 12–18.
Roles: Directors, Writers, Editors, Camera Ops, Actors.
Filmmaking & Cinema Camp
From the first draft to the final cut. The Filmmaking Camp invites aspiring directors, cinematographers, and editors to tell their stories through the power of moving images.
The 7 Ws + How
Section titled “The 7 Ws + How”What
Project: Short Narrative Films (3-5 minutes).
Skills: Scripting, Blocking, Lighting, NLE Editing.
When
Schedule: 2-week Intensives.
Rhythm: Week 1 (Pre-prod & Shoot) / Week 2 (Post-prod & Screening).
Where
Set: On-location shooting around campus + Editing Lab + Screening Room.
Why
Goal: Visual literacy. Learning to “read” and “write” in the language of cinema.
Outcome: A festival-ready short film.
Which
Gear: Blackmagic Cinema Cameras, DaVinci Resolve, LED Lighting.
Whose
Mentors: Indie filmmakers and film school graduates.
How
Method: “Guerilla Filmmaking” — resourceful, fast, and creative problem solving.
The Production Pipeline
Section titled “The Production Pipeline”The professional workflow:
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A[<b>Development</b><br/>Script & Storyboard] --> B[<b>Pre-Production</b><br/>Casting & Scouting]
B --> C[<b>Production</b><br/>Shooting the Movie]
C --> D[<b>Post-Production</b><br/>Editing & Sound]
D --> E[<b>Distribution</b><br/>Festival Screening]
Curriculum Tracks
Section titled “Curriculum Tracks”1. Visual Storytelling (Camera & Light)
Section titled “1. Visual Storytelling (Camera & Light)”- Cinematography: Mastering Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO, and Frame Rates.
- Composition: Rule of thirds, leading lines, and visual balance.
- Lighting: Three-point lighting, motivated lighting, and mood creation.
- Movement: Using gimbals, tripods, and handheld techniques for emotional effect.
2. Narrative Craft (Directing & Writing)
Section titled “2. Narrative Craft (Directing & Writing)”- Screenwriting: Formatting (Final Draft), dialogue, and “Show, Don’t Tell.”
- Directing Actors: How to communicate vision and get authentic performances.
- Visual Language: Blocking scenes and designing shot lists.
3. The Final Polish (Editing & Sound)
Section titled “3. The Final Polish (Editing & Sound)”- Editing: Workflow in DaVinci Resolve or Premiere Pro. Pacing and rhythm.
- Sound Design: Building atmosphere with foley and SFX.
- Color Grading: Creating a “look” (teal & orange, noir, etc.).
Projects
Section titled “Projects”Students work on multiple projects of increasing complexity.
The One-Shot
Tell a complete story in a single continuous operational take. Teaches blocking and choreography.
The 'Silent' Film
Create a short film with no dialogue. Focuses purely on visual storytelling and physical acting.
Festival Short
Capstone: A 3-5 minute narrative film produced by a full crew, from script to screen.
A Typical Shoot Day
Section titled “A Typical Shoot Day”-
Production Meeting (09:00 - 09:30) Director briefs the crew. “Shot list for the day.”
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Load Out (09:30 - 10:00) Checking batteries, cards, and lenses. Moving gear to location.
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On Set (10:00 - 13:00) “Quiet on set!” Blocking, Lighting, Rehearsing, Shooting.
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Craft Services (13:00 - 14:00) Crew lunch.
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Dailies / Edit Prep (14:00 - 16:00) Offloading footage. Organizing files. Syncing audio.
Equipment Provided
Section titled “Equipment Provided”- Cameras: Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Cameras & Sony Alpha Series
- Lenses: Prime and Zoom lens kits
- Support: Tripods, Gimbals (DJI Ronin), Shoulder Rigs
- Audio: Shotgun Mics (Rode), Boom Poles, Field Recorders (Zoom)
“Seeing my film on the big screen with an audience reacting—laughing at the jokes, gasping at the twist—was the best feeling ever. I know I want to be a director now.” — Elena, Age 17
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