Instructor: Derek Edamura
Date: March 22, 2025
Time: 9AM - 1PM PST
The Youth Filmmaker Series is a NEW workshop series designed specifically to empower young filmmakers with all the tools and technical knowledge they need to tell the impactful stories that are important to them. This series is comprised 5 workshops that will cover the fundamental concepts of filmmaking and storytelling.
In second workshop in our Youth Filmmaker Series students will get familiar with everything they need to know cameras! Basic understanding of camera setups, operation, and DSLR functions is vital for any successful film project. Gain an understanding of the artistic advantages of using a DSLR, and what types of projects might require a more advanced camera. Students will learn how to choose a lens and control manual exposures; they will gain an understanding of framing and composition, standard tripod use, and techniques for handheld filming.
- 9AM - Introductions and Icebreakers
- 9:30AM - Camera Basics
- 10AM - Exposure Triangle
- 11AM - Lunch
- 12PM - Compositions and Camera Angles
- 1PM - Office Hours (optional)
Office Hours is an optional time (60 minutes) at the end of the workshop for youth filmmakers to get individual feedback and instruction.
*PARTICIPANTS MUST 18 YEARS OF AGE OR YOUNGER*
All workshops have a suggested registration fee of $100, however we do offer a sliding scale, pay-what-you-can model for those who need that option.
If you have any questions please contact derek@nwfilmforum.org