COST: $10 per Hour per Class – Throughout June and August (Daily unless specified)
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Film Camp for Kids & Youth is proud to offer virtual and in-person kids classes to youth who are interested in learning more about film, photography, writing, and more. Our program is on Zoom and offers children and teens an opportunity to learn new skills. Check out the upcoming schedule of kids classes below!
Smaller 1 – 3 Hour Virtual Classes ($10 – $30)
All classes begin at 6pm! (Hours can be added upon request)
Week 1
How to Write a Script for a Short Film – Ages 10-15 – $30 | Monday, July 17
Writing a script for a short film is very different from a feature film or a TV show. In this class, students learn how to write a script for a 5-minute film and create their own script with the instructor.
Cinematography – Ages 10-15 – $10 | Tuesday, July 18
Students learn the different types of shots, how to compose them, and how filmmakers can use them to showcase a story.
Acting – Ages 10-15 – $30 | Wednesday, July 19
Students will learn different acting techniques for the screen and the stage. They will then be able to apply these techniques through acting games and demonstrations.
Directing 101 – Ages 10-15 – $10 | Thursday, July 20
Learn the role of the director, and some of the techniques directors use when directing a scene.
Week 2
Storyboarding – Ages 10-15 – $10 | Monday, July 24
Before film production begins, the director often works with the screenwriter to draw out the visuals of the film. In this class, students will learn about how storyboarding is done and how storyboards affect the final look of a film.
Advanced Cinematography – Ages 10-15 – $30 | Tuesday, July 25
As a follow up to our Cinematography Class, Advanced Cinematography goes more in-depth in the methods discussed and demonstrates more techniques as students learn how to film on Digital Cameras.
The Basics of a DSLR Camera – Ages 10-15 – $10 | Wednesday, July 26
Students will learn how Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO affect the look of a film, and how filming on a DSLR Camera works.
Acting – Ages 10-15 – $30 | Thursday, July 27
Students will learn different acting techniques for the screen and the stage. They will then be able to apply these techniques through acting games and demonstrations.
Setting the Scene: Production, Set, and Prop Design – Ages 10-15 – $30 | Friday, July 28
See how set, prop, and overall production design can help to set the tone for a film.
Week 3
Editing for Beginners – Ages 10-15 – $10 | Tuesday, August 1
Learn to tell your story. With specific cuts, colouring, and audio, the moods and emotions within a story are brought out to influence the viewer. In this class, students will learn the basics of editing on Adobe Premiere to better convey a story.
Costume and Makeup Design – Ages 10-15 – $30 | Wednesday, August 2
Learn how Costume and Makeup design are used to build character development and affect a scene.
Sound Design – Ages 10-15 – $10 | Thursday, August 3
See how sound elements such as sound effects, music, room tone, and foley, and help to elevate the visuals of a scene.
How to Edit on Final Cut Pro – Ages 10-15 – $30 | Friday, August 4
Final Cut Pro is an Apple Editing software used at the Film Camp to Edit Short Films. In this class, students will learn how to edit a short film and use a series of clips to edit their own 30-second film.
Payment Options
Mail and E-TRANSFERS are the preferred methods of payment.
1) Interac/eTransfer – info@filmcampforkids.com
2) Mail – Film Camp for Kids & Youth, Treasurer, c/o 150 Randolph Place, Windsor, ON N9B 2T3. Make cheques payable to MEDIA ARTS COMMUNITY CENTRE AND MUSEUM.
Refunds can be made available with a one-week notice. Credit towards a future class can be offered where there is no notice.
Do not hesitate to email us at info@filmcampforkids.com for more information.
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