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Variety Pack: Scary Movies

Variety Pack_ Scary Movies

Duration:

4 weeks

When:

September 16 - October 9, 2025

Schedule:

Tuesday/Thursday | 4–6pm

Difficulty:

Foundational

Ages:

12 - 14

Cost:

FREE

Where:

Room 202

About this class

Calling all horror fans, monster makers, and scream queens—this class is your haunted playground. Each week, you and your team will explore a new part of scary movie magic: designing monster costumes and masks, crafting eerie sound effects and original music, and writing and filming spooky short films. From silent films to jump scares, you’ll try it all—and get into the Halloween spirit while doing it. Warning: may cause goosebumps.

Gear + Software:

  • Vixia cameras
  • Tascam audio recorders
  • GarageBand
  • Adobe Audition
  • Adobe Premiere

Great for students who are curious about filmmaking, sound design, costume creation, or just love all things creepy and creative. Perfect for beginners and Halloween enthusiasts who want to explore a little of everything.

REGISTRATION OPENS 7/29 @ 10AM
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Meet the Mentor

Lou Ruegner (they/them)

Radio Production Mentor

Lou Ruegner is the Radio Production Mentor for Loud and Clear. Before working with Spy Hop, they were the technical manager of K-Ute Radio, where they oversaw the station’s operation and trained student hosts to facilitate radio programming. In addition, they’ve operated live sound and recording systems and run stages at many venues around the valley, including Kilby Court, The Beehive, Abravanel Hall, and Rose Wagner.

Lou holds a bachelor’s degree in Gender Studies and Music Technology from the University of Utah. In their spare time, they enjoy walking their dog and writing music with their partner.

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