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    Missouri S&T Summer Camp: Movie Makers (Evening Camp)

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    Details

    • Listing Type: Summer Programs
    • Program Delivery: Day
    • Destination: United States
    • Provided By: College
    • Session Start: June
    • Session Length: One Week
    • Gender: Coed
    • Category: STEM
    • Sub-Categories: Filmmaking and Digital Media, College Experience, Communications, STEM, Career Exploration, Social Skills
    • Selective: No
    • Ages: 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
    • Minimum Cost: <$500
    • Career Clusters: Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications
    • Credit Awarded: No
    • Call: (573) 341-6204
    • Location:Rolla, Missouri
    • Last Updated:April 2025
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    Overview

    Embark on a Cinematic Journey of a Lifetime!

    Ever wondered what it takes to create movie magic? At Movie Makers Camp, you'll step into the world of filmmaking, learning from industry professionals while using professional-grade equipment and techniques straight out of Hollywood.

     

    From crafting compelling screenplays to mastering camera techniques, you’ll gain hands-on experience and develop the skills to bring your creative vision to life!

    Drop-off: 4:30-5:00 p.m. | Pick-up: 9:00-9:30 p.m.

    Camp Activities

    It’s time to stop watching movies and start making them! Campers will collaborate in teams to write, direct, film, and edit their own short films. Along the way, they’ll explore everything from scriptwriting and on-set collaboration to camera operations and post-production essentials.

    Described as "where creativity meets technical skill," this camp offers hands-on experience with professional filmmaking tools, guided by working creatives from the film and theater industry. Whether you're a first-time filmmaker or an aspiring director, this camp welcomes all experience levels!

    Final Night Premiere: On the last night of camp, the community is invited to a red-carpet film festival, where each team’s short film will be showcased in a celebratory screening.

    Camp Overview

    Day 1 - Writing for the Camera & Camera Shot Types

    • Screenwriting fundamentals & story structure
    • Group collaboration to develop scripts
    • Camera shot types & angles
    • Understanding roles on set

    Day 2 - Acting & Directing for the Camera / Production

    • Camera operations & composition
    • Lighting techniques for film
    • Acting & directing for the camera
    • Filming begins!

    Day 3 - Production & Post-Production Start

    • Basics of audio production
    • Team filming sessions
    • Introduction to post-production

    Day 4 – Post-Production

    • Second unit filming (if needed)
    • Editing essentials & finalizing projects
    • Films submitted by 9 PM

    Day 5 - Film Festival!

    • Film screenings, awards, and red-carpet photos

    Whether you dream of being behind the camera or in front of it, Movie Makers Camp is your chance to step into the spotlight and bring your cinematic vision to life. Join us for an unforgettable experience in filmmaking! 

    Cost and Session Information

    Registration fee includes all camp materials.