Seasonal Programs
Ages 14-19
Offered in Fall & Spring
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Tuition*: Part 1 Classes $195, Part 2 Classes $265
Instructor: Colby Bryson
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Film 1: Intro to Filmmaking
Be the writer, be the director, be the star. This class will give you all the skills you'll need to make a movie from start to finish. Start by learning how to craft the perfect story for your film. Next, pick up the camera skills to bring your vision to life. Finally, hop on the computer and find out how to put it all together with the perfect soundtrack.
Film 2: Intermediate Filmmaking
Complete your training and become the ultimate filmmaking master. Learn how to give your movies a Hollywood feel by using state of the art audio equipment and lighting techniques. Learn how to put it all together on a DVD of your own, or throw it on YouTube and become the next internet sensation.
Film Apprenticeship
Ages 14-19
Fall Apprenticeship: July 26th thru December 16th
Tues & Thurs; 4pm-6pm
Tuition: Paid Apprenticeship
Instructor: Jeremy Nielsen
Applications for Fall Apprenticeship is now closed.
The Film and Video Production Apprenticeship Program offers a thorough insight into the production process from script to screen. Focusing on visual language, narrative structure, and performance, the apprentices create numerous film and video projects in various genres, including documentary, fiction, television commercials, industrial videos, and public service announcements. Emphasizing experience, personal vision, motivation, and technical ability, apprentices learn many aspects of the industry as they produce projects and collaborate with others. The program provides hands-on education and real-world career experiences. For almost six months, youth apprentices work with professional industry mentors and instructors to design, develop, and implement affordable media works for local non-profit organizations. Young people of high school age are given the unique opportunity to:
- Receive valuable creative, technical, and vocational skills in media and technology.
- Develop critical learning, media literacy, and leadership skills.
- Earn a modest weekly stipend (an important source of income for our participants).
PitchNic Film Intensive
Ages 16-19
Currently In Session, Next Session Begins Fall 2010
Mon & Wed; 4pm-6pm
Tuition*: $1,850/11 mos.
Instructors: Jeremy Nielsen (Fiction) & Frank Feldman (Non-Fiction)
Applications due September 18th!
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PitchNic was conceived in 2002 as an exciting, hands-on way to unite talented, passionate young filmmakers with supporters of youth filmmaking. This intense year-long workshop allows experienced student filmmakers to create a professional-caliber documentary or narrative film. With the guidance of professional mentors—and with access to professional production values—these filmmakers truly experience every aspect of the production process. PitchNic participants should have a strong drive, good work ethic, open mind, and deep commitment to filmmaking.
Youth Documentary Arts Program (YDAP)
YDAP introduces students to the art and craft of documentary filmmaking. Spy Hop’s documentary program empowers youth to find their voice, realize their stories, and become critical producers by providing them mentorship, instruction, equipment, and an outlet to share their voices.
Spy Hop’s documentary programs provide a safe space for students to explore their creativity while initiating community dialogue about a variety of intriguing topics. Introduced to the storytelling process as well as digital cameras, recording equipment and editing systems, students explore important life issues alongside their mentors - professionally trained and experienced documentarians.
REEL Stories
Ages 16-19
March 18th 2010 thru July 30th 2010
Thurs; 4pm-6pm
The program culminates with a three week intensive
post-production period
near the end of July (Mon-Fri; 9am-3pm)
Tuition: Free
Instructor: Frank Feldman
Applications Closed.
So, what's your story?
Spy Hop Productions REEL Stories Workshop will give you the chance tell your story to the world. Be one of twelve high school students (ages 16-19) who write, direct, and edit their own, five-minute documentary film in Spy Hop's socially conscious and open learning environment.
No prior film experience is needed. Students receive advanced training in lighting, shooting, sound and editing from award winning filmmakers to help you tell your story. REEL Stories also gives you access to visiting Sundance filmmakers who further help you hone your ideas. Your finished product will then premiere at a local theater venue and to a public audience on the big screen.
All applicants are expected to go through an assessment process that includes meeting with other potential students and an interview with the instructor.
Write-Shoot-Ride
Ages 16-18
Application Deadline: June 25
Class Dates: July 6 – August 18
Class Times: Tuesdays 6pm–8pm & Fridays 4pm–6pm
Road Trip: August 2 – August 6
Tuition: $550*
Instructors: Frank Feldman
Applications now closed.
Spy Hop presents "WRITE SHOOT RIDE," a six-week filmmaking workshop. This year we’re hitting the open road to film a music video on location in Utah’s Uinta Mountains. The music video and an accompanying behind-the-scenes video will premiere at a local theater to a public audience on the big screen.
No prior film experience is needed! Students (ages 16-19) receive advanced training in lighting, shooting, sound, and editing from award-winning filmmakers. And Spy Hop has all the gear you’ll need to make the video!
Interviews with all applicants will be conducted prior to being accepted into the program.
Contact Frank Feldman at 801-532-7500 or email for more information.
*Tuition covers all expenses associated with the Spy Hop studio experience as well as all costs associated with the five-day production road trip. All equipment is provided by Spy Hop Productions. Application and interview required.
*Tuition assistance available for all tuition-based programs. Call (801) 532-7500 for more information.
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