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Our Programs
All programs are free for youth. No gear. No experience. No excuses. Just show up ready to make something.
Director's Masterclass Series
Periodic deep-dive sessions on specific technical and creative disciplines, led by professionals working in the Florida film industry.
Each masterclass runs 1-3 hours and focuses on one topic: lighting and grip, directing for social impact, cinematography composition, or production design. Past sessions have included guest speakers from the Orlando production community, including our partners at Rebuilt Minds and All The Line Studio.
What You'll Learn
- Single-day intensive format
- Industry professional instructors
- Topics: lighting, directing, cinematography
- Hands-on with professional gear
- Limited seats — priority for enrolled students
- Post-session Q&A
Storytelling Workshop
A recurring community workshop on documentary filmmaking and the art of telling stories that matter. Open to all ages and experience levels.
These workshops focus on the craft of capturing real stories — interviewing techniques, observational shooting, ethical storytelling, and basic post-production. Participants leave with the skills and confidence to document their own community.
What You'll Learn
- Documentary storytelling techniques
- Interview and observational shooting
- Ethical narrative practices
- Mobile filmmaking included
- Mentorship from working filmmakers
- Community screening opportunities
Summer Cinematography Camp
Our two-week intensive for high school students who want to learn filmmaking by doing it. No experience required — just curiosity and commitment.
Students train on the same cameras used on professional productions. Every day blends theory with hands-on work: camera operation, lighting design, color grading, and sound. The camp closes with a public premiere of student-produced short films.
What You'll Learn
- Sony camera training
- Professional lighting & grip
- Sound design fundamentals
- Public closing premiere
- Certificate of completion
Community Infrastructure
Where We Work
John H. Jackson Community Center
Primary programming venue
Ocoee, FL
Dr. Phillips High School
Film-apalooza partner
Orlando, FL
Rebuilt Minds
Founding production partner
Orlando, FL
All The Line Studio
Guest instruction & equipment
Orlando, FL
JC Lighting
Equipment support
Orlando area