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11 - 18+ yrs
Sat, Jan 25, 2025 - Apr 12, 2025
11:30am - 1:30am EST
Class Experience
Explore the power of storytelling through film in this beginner-friendly workshop for middle and high school students. In this FREE 12-week course you'll learn the basics of scriptwriting, filming, and editing while creating short films that highlight important community topics. Guided by experienced filmmakers, you'll collaborate in small groups to produce impactful projects that address real-world issues. By the end, you'll not only have a finished film but also a deeper understanding of how media can drive social change. No prior experience needed—just a passion for storytelling!
Notes
Snacks provided for all
Class Requirements
- Parents must provide signed permission form and video waiver for the current school year
- Students eligible for Student Service Learning (SSL) hours based on attendance and participation.
Sample Class Format
- this hands on class will teach you each facet of filmmaking (how to craft a story, how to stage a scene or interview, video capture, audio capture, lighting, media management, and more)
- you will work in teams as you learn
Action Youth Media Location
About Action Youth Media
Action Youth Media is a workforce development and media arts education center. Our mission is to create communities where young people build confidence using these skills to express themselves and to promote community building, multicultural understanding, and the common good. We offer free out-of-school programs for middle and high school students that provide inclusive spaces for youth to discover their interests, develop skills, prepare for their future, and thrive.
