Film + Media
futures explored FILM + MEDIA STUDIOs
A vocational program designed to provide working knowledge of film production and then build upon those skills with continuing studio participation. The curriculum moves beyond classroom instruction and offers the individual real-world practical experience. By combining film history and theory with the "studio that teaches" experience, the goal is to prepare the individual to make entertaining, commercially viable and purposeful films. Students in the program can gain experience through work with Futures Films and/or through the Paid Internship Program. Located in Livermore, Sacramento and Stockton. For more information about our program or to look into joining, contact arielryan@futures-explored.org
Check out this podcast, Spectrum Perspectives, featuring Hester Wagner sharing information about our Film + Media Programs!
FILM CAMP
Our Summer Film Camp is a day camp available for individuals ages 10-22 and takes campers through a step-by-step process of making a film, with emphasis on collaboration and teamwork, while learning the following skills: pre/post production, acting, directing, editing, technical support, and camera filming.
the Film Camp 2024 application IS NOW available!
CAMP DETAILS 2024
Session 1: Acting and Film Basics
Dates: July 15th- 26th (M-F 9:30-3:00) 2 weeks
Location: 1913 Stanwell Circle, Concord, CA
Cost: $2000 private pay; covered by RCEB
This session is focused on the process of acting, creating character, interacting with others and gaining confidence with emphasis on collaboration and teamwork, blending it all together into a group film. Students can focus on technical skills such as camera, lighting and editing as well as art skills like props, sets and costumes.
Session 2: Animation
Dates: August 5th-9th; 10:00-3:00- 1 week
Location: 1913 Stanwell Circle, Concord, CA
Cost: $1200 private pay; may be covered by RCEB
This camp is led by Dani Bowman, an award winning animator and her team. Campers ages 16-22 will learn basics of 2D animation.
You may sign up one or both sessions. Session 1 can have up to 40 campers, Session 2has a max of 15. Camps will be held in the Tri-Valley or concord area, and we should have that info by end of March. Futures Explored does not provide transportation, but we will connect you with others to set up carpools.
APPLY NOW
Please direct all questions to hesterwagner@futures-explored.org.
Futures films
A production company that provides professional video services across Northern California. Futures Films is an inclusive business, and hires many crew members who are graduates of the Film & Media Studio programs. Futures Films works with clients to provide high-quality video services at competitive prices. For more, visit: futuresfilms.org.