Filmmaking at UCLA
Los Angeles, CA
Filmmaking Course
overview
Home to the Oscars, Golden Globes, and Emmys award ceremonies, Los Angeles has long been recognized as the film and movie capital of the world. What better environment to complement your passion for filmmaking. Summer Springboard's Filmmaking course on the campus of UCLA focuses on the fundamental elements, including script writing & pre-production, directing, camera operation & cinematography, sound design, and editing. Students will be able to explore which of these areas truly resonates with their passion for filmmaking, and put their skills to test. Students will work in groups to create a short film, from script writing to production. Students will learn from an experienced instructor in the industry, as well as gain insight and tips from others working in the entertainment industry.
Learning Outcomes in this course
Explore the major elements of filmmaking, including script writing & pre-production, directing, camera operation & cinematography, and more.
Explore the differences between on-set and “run-and-gun” filming.
Learn about different video styles to find your own voice, from commercials to feature films.
Work in a team to produce a short film in the manner that most interests you - whether that's script writing, directing, acting, filming, editing, etc.
Gain insight and tips from people working in the entertainment industry.