Make a Movie From Start to Finish | Movie Making Camp
🎬 In this engaging camp, learners will grasp the basics of film-making and unleash their creativity as they plan, film, and edit their very own movies from start to finish in 4 days. #creative
Dana Leon, M.Ed | Reading Intervention
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(51)
What's included
4 live meetings
3 in-class hoursHomework
4+ hours per week. Learners are expected to show up each day with the previous day's work completed. Any work not completed during class, should be completed before the next day. If your child needs extra support outside of the camp, please reach out for additional options, such as 1:1 tutoring or joining one of my ongoing or one-time courses.Assessment
Assessment will occur throughout each day. Informal assessment will occur during activities, with verbal feedback given. There will also be informal check-ins where I assess the status of the class and determine if everyone is ready to move on. I will use these check ins to inform partnerships.Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 5
Beginner Level
If you are looking for something sooner, check out my self-paced option: https://outschool.com/classes/make-a-movie-start-to-finish-film-school-for-kids-otwJVmki?refuid=XWqnhPxA Get ready to roll cameras and make some cinema magic! 🎬 I'm so excited to bring this bootcamp-style film class to Outschool. In this camp, we'll cover all the ins and outs of the film-making process, from pre-production to post-production. And by the end, you'll have your very own short film to show off to the world. This camp is perfect for movie buffs of all levels. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, you'll get individualized feedback and guidance to help you bring your movie ideas to life. And if you're feeling extra inspired, you can even repeat the camp for different film projects. So let's get those cameras rolling and make some epic films! 🎞 Enroll now and let the film-making fun begin! Here's what we will be doing for each lesson: LESSON 1: Intro to Movie Making LESSON 2: Planning the Story LESSON 3: Filming LESSON 4: Video Editing See the course syllabus for more information. This class uses Kahoot, Google Docs, Jamboards, and iMovie. As an alternative, learners can also choose to use word docs or a notebook in place of the Google Docs Adobe Rush can be used in place of iMovie. NOTE: The pace of this class does not allow me to dive into scriptwriting, rather, we will plan out stories using a story structure and visual storyboards. If you would like for your learner to write the script that they use for their story, consider signing up for my self paced screenwriting course: https://outschool.com/classes/you-can-write-a-movie-screenwriting-creative-writing-BLdy2Znb?refuid=XWqnhPxA ⭐ If the listed class times don't work for you, I also have a self-paced version of this class that includes some instruction on screenwriting: https://outschool.com/classes/make-a-movie-start-to-finish-film-school-for-kids-otwJVmki?refuid=XWqnhPxA ⭐ Do you have a visual learner or a learner with dyslexia, dysgraphia, ADHD, or autism? No problem! As a certified special education teacher, I know how to create classes that are supportive and engaging for neurodiverse learners. So if you're ready to have some fun and learn in a way that works best for you, sign up now and let's get started! NOTE: Some students may need additional help completing their daily assignments after the lessons. I am happy to work in partnership with their grown-ups after class to answer any questions and share demo videos as needed. I also stay on the calls an extra 5 minutes to answer questions as needed. We use a lot of technology in this camp and I do my best to accommodate every learner but we will sometimes need your help. Please let me know in advance if you need to use a different app or use notebook. Thank you! See you in class! 😊
Learning Goals
Learners will develop basic skills with all aspects of the filmmaking process.
Syllabus
3 Units
4 Lessons
over 1 WeekUnit 1: Pre-Production
Lesson 1:
Intro to Movie Making
Learn about the movie making process and brainstorm ideas for your movie. 45 mins online live lesson
1 assignment
Lesson 2:
Planning the Story
Learn about shots and angles and create a story and visual plan for your movie using storyboards. 45 mins online live lesson
1 assignment
Unit 2: Production
Lesson 3:
Filming
Learn about lighting, composition, and make a plan to film your movie. 45 mins online live lesson
1 assignment
Unit 3: Post-Production
Lesson 4:
Video Editing
Learn how to order your shots in a video editor to tell a story and add titles and transitions to finish your movie.
• You will need a video editing app. I will demonstrate using iMovie.
• You will want to have some photos or videos to edit during this class. It doesn't have to be for your movie.
If anyone has finished their movies and there is time, we will share them during this class. Otherwise, we can share them with each other in the classroom. 45 mins online live lesson
1 assignment
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Depending on their story ideas, learners may need help with creating props, sets, acting, and filming. Nothing elaborate is necessary but I also try to avoid squashing creativity with practicality. I've have students make movies with their dolls when they couldn't get actors together in time.
I prefer to teach editing in iMovie because it is one of the most simple free video editors that doesn't require users to have an account.
Adobe Premiere Rush is a great alternative for anyone working on a phone or tablet that isn't an apple device.
Supply List
Learners will need to either use a notebook or word document to draft their movies. Templates will be provided as Google Docs and Word Docs. But I can also demonstrate how to draft a script in a notebook upon request. Any type of digital camera: smartphone, tablet, even a computer camera will work for some movies, but we will make it work. In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses: iMovie Kahoot Google Jamboard Google Docs Adobe Premiere Rush
1 file available upon enrollment
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
I have used my own experience and the following sites to plan this course:
https://www.readwritethink.org/classroom-resources/lesson-plans/vocabulary-learning-filmmaking-vocabulary
https://imagesoundandstory.teachable.com/courses/
Joined December, 2021
4.9
51reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
New York Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
New York Teaching Certificate in Special Education
Master's Degree in Special Education from Manhattanville University
Before becoming a teacher, I worked as a second assistant director and production assistant on a couple of independent films. I wrote and directed my own short film in my studies at a summer film program at USC. Reviews
Live Group Course
$100
for 4 classes4x per week, 1 week
45 min
Completed by 162 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
2-8 learners per class
