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Film

Foundational

Intro to Filmmaking

Intro to Filmmaking

Duration:

6 weeks

When:

September 09 - October 16, 2025

Schedule:

Tuesday/Thursday | 4–6pm

Difficulty:

Foundational

Ages:

15 - 19

Cost:

FREE

Where:

About this class

Lights, camera, action! In this hands-on intro class, you’ll learn how to make short films from start to finish. Using scenes and story arcs you already know and love, you’ll put your own twist on classic film moments—writing, shooting, and editing them with a small crew. Along the way, you’ll get a crash course in everything from camera work to editing to film theory—and walk away with a handful of short films (and a big-picture view of what it takes to make one).

Gear + Software:

  • DSLR cameras
  • Lighting & sound gear
  • Screenwriting software
  • Adobe Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve

Great for students who want to try filmmaking for the first time or explore the full process from script to screen. No experience needed—just bring your creativity and curiosity.

Meet the Mentor

Jonathan Nelson (he/him)

Film Mentor

Hi, my name is Jonathan Nelson. I’m a film mentor at Spy Hop and I specialize in Cinematography. I’ve worked in the film industry full time for the past 7 years, playing almost every role on set in various productions. Everything from Documentary, Commercial, Narrative, and Broadcast, I’ve got exposure in.

Most recently, I am in post production for a horror feature film where I was the Director of Photography and a Producer. This film should be hitting festivals later this year.

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