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Lights!
Camera! Action!
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Hi
everyone! My name is Laydia and I am an intern working
with Christina at the National Writing Project. Right now
I'm going into my senior year at Temple University
majoring in both Film and Broadcasting and I thought it
would be interesting to show everyone what it takes to
make those motion pictures and TV programs we all love.
Those children who are seriously interested in pursuing a
career in the film and television industry will love the
sections on camps and community based programs on video
production. Who knows, you may even want to produce your
own show in your classroom and have it aired on public
access television. Either way, I think everyone will
enjoy!
Take a Look Behind the
Scenes
Below are a few sights that give you
an inside look into the world of media production, mainly
film and video production.
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One
site that I really liked was the kid's corner at the Media Awareness Network. It's for kids between
the ages of seven and thirteen. Kids can find out
how television, film and video games are produced
and marketed and improve their media smarts.
Overall the site offers practical support for
media education in the home, school and community
and provides individuals with information and
"food for thought" on our fast-evolving
media culture. It's also a place where educators,
parents, students and community workers can share
resources and explore ways to make media a more
positive force in children's lives. Check out the
to find out how television, film and video games
are produced and marketed. Also checkout film facts what those weird titles in
movie credits are like gaffer and grip. to find
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About.com has a film making site
that can be used by an older crowd. It gives
helpful info ranging from how to get the most out
of film festivals to how to find a producer.
There is a long list of topics that could keep
you busy for hours on end. Enjoy! |
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Here's
a sight were you can learn all about the magical
world of film making from start to finish. At Movie Industry Behind
the Scenes, you can even make your own
motion picture from start to finish in an interactive simulation! Even read what the
critics have to say about your feature. |
Kids Behind the Camera
These are sites of different
organizations where people of all ages can learn how to
make their own films and videos.
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The
Educational Video
Center(EVC) is a community-based media
organization in New York City, that teaches
documentary video production and media analysis
to youth, educators and community organizers. |
Street-Level Youth Media educates Chicago's
inner-city youth in media arts and emerging
technologies for use in self-expression,
communication and social change. Over 1200
neighborhood children participated in
Street-Level's many programs this year. Check
this site out to see how you can get involved if
you're in the surrounding area, or just check out
the latest youth projects.
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Scribe Video Center is a non profit
organization based in Philadelphia It is a place
where people could work together and gain skills
in media making. Scribe Video Center seeks to
explore, develop and advance the use of video as
an artistic medium and as a tool for progressive
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The Independent Student Media is a six-month workshop for
high school students based in Utah. Here students can
learn the craft in a traditional classroom setting. They
also have on-line classes available for people in other
areas. Click here to find out about the cost. Also check
out the screening room. It's got great original movie
shorts.
Publishing your Work
Once you finish those brilliant
projects you can put them out there for the world to see.
You can even publish it on the web, for free! Read on to
find out more.
| Youth Film Festivals gives a list of
festivals world wide that are geared specifically
towards youths around the world. Check out the
listings for the USA. |
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Filmfestivals.com is an endless source for film
festivals both national and international. You can search
by country, or a specific name.
The National Children's Film Festival is the first international
festival dedicated to young people creating their own
films and videos, expressing what is of interest and
significance to them. It's open to kids ages 9-18 or high
school seniors. You can submit works in any almost any
category as long as it's an original idea. They've even
got cool cash prizes.
On Anteye.com you can publish your work for free. No
matter what the genre, it will premiere on the sight and
the public can vote on it. Here's how it works! But you have to register first.
Another
option you could explore would be to start your own film
festival in school. At Slamdnace.com there's an article that tells you how
to start your own film festival on a larger scale. Take some
helpful pointers and do it yourself.
As a class you could
do a video project and get it published on public access
television here's at The Global Village CAT Links to
Public or Community Access Television sites you can find the public
access station nearest you.
More Training
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KIDS ON CAMERA is a personal
development and acting training that serve young
people by improving their communication skills,
self-esteem, and self-confidence. Through our
unique curriculum, kids use video feedback as an
effective tool to discover and learn more about
themselves.
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Kids Camps.Com is a resource for film
and Television camps world wide. Just enter the
appropriate criteria and find the camp nearest
you.
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