Camp Activities
Have you ever wondered what it takes to envision, plan for, and make a movie? Campers have a chance to stop watching and start making their very own short films! Campers learn everything from how to collaborate with a team, to “Hollywood” script creation, to how to call a “take” on set, to post-production essentials, and even how to act for the camera.
This camp has been described as “the creative meets the technical” because campers use professional equipment and learn from working creatives in the film and theater industry. Not only that but on the last night of camp, the community is invited to come watch each team’s short film during a ritzy, red-carpet film festival. If you have not had any “movie” experience before, please know we welcome all experience levels.
Camp Overview:
- Day 1 - Writing for the Camera / Camera Shot Types
o Screenwriting
o Story arc
o Group work to create your script
o Camera shot types
o Roles on set
- Day 2 - Acting & Directing for the Camera / Production
o Camera operations & composition
o Lighting for the camera
o Overview of acting for the camera
o Directing for the camera
o Start filming
- Day 3 - Production & Post-Production Start
o Audio production basics
o Filming with your team
o Begin on post-production
- Day 4 – Post-Production
o Second unit filming
o Post-production essentials
o Post-production with your team
o Movies in by 9 pm
- Day 5 - Film Festival!
o Film showings, awards, & “red carpet” pictures