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July 15-26, 2024

Cubberley, 4000 Middlefield Rd

Palo Alto, CA

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APPLY NOW  (only 10 spots)

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Dive into digital creation and craft impactful YouTube videos with an eco-friendly twist. Utilizing smartphones and video cameras, refine your skills in scripting, filming, editing, graphics and sound production. While also navigating the landscape of responsible social media engagement.

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Benefit from the mentorship of acclaimed international filmmakers, enriching your expertise and perspective.

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Dates and Times:

July 15-19

July 22 -26

10am -5pm (early drop off available) 

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Age 13-17

 

Skills learned:

• Optimal utilization of iPhone and Android devices for filming

• Expedited editing techniques for rapid upload to YouTube and other social platforms

• Graphics and captioning proficiency

• Audience cultivation strategies

 

Week 1:

• Assessment of individual skill levels and interests

• Produce introductory videos and upload

• Theme development with an emphasis on environmental consciousness, while fostering individual creative exploration

• Script writing, refinement and collaboration

• Staying safe online whilst being purpose driven

• Techniques in lighting and green screen utilization

• Smartphone filming techniques (or advanced digital camera operation for those with prior experience)

• Creating a short segment or film 

 

Week 2:

• Editing in DaVinci Resolve (or Premier Pro for advanced participants)

• Graphics creation with Canva (or Adobe suite) 

• Sound editing fundamentals

• Establishing a YouTube channel and content publishing

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TUITION: $900 per week. Scholarships available upon inquiry.

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How is it sustainable? We are a nonprofit that is reducing plastic waste in our community and waste reduction is the theme of our camp. We will make impactful movies together and other content that aligns to your interests. Videos edited and uploaded after the camp will count towards volunteer hours for school and help build a showreel for college.