Fairfax Collegiate

Filmmaking 5-6

make short films with other kids and work through all the stages of production.

Classes complete two films, one each week.

Students brainstorm ideas for short films, write original scripts, and create shot lists and storyboards.

Students shoot their films using tripods, advanced video cameras, boom microphones, costumes, and props.

Students edit their films, add music and credits, complete post-production, and export their films to a private Vimeo account for home viewing.

Summer 2022 Filmmaking 5-6 Class Sections

In-Person Locations

Session Dates Location Time
Session I 6/13/2022 - 6/24/2022 Tysons Afternoon
Session II 6/27/2022 - 7/8/2022 South Riding Afternoon
Session II 6/27/2022 - 7/8/2022 Tysons Morning
Session II 6/27/2022 - 7/8/2022 Vienna Morning
Session III 7/11/2022 - 7/22/2022 Ashburn Morning
Session III 7/11/2022 - 7/22/2022 Chantilly Afternoon
Session III 7/11/2022 - 7/22/2022 Dulles Afternoon
Session IV 7/25/2022 - 8/5/2022 Tysons Morning
Session IV 7/25/2022 - 8/5/2022 Vienna Morning
Morning Class Times: 8:30am to 12:00pm
Afternoon Class Times: 12:30pm to 4:00pm

"My son loved this class!"

- Cynthia and Todd T, Ashburn, VA

In-costume students rehearse their lines before shooting
Students deliberate on framing and shooting angles.
Ready, set, action!
A student awaits his cue to start his monologue.
Props are very important in filmmaking!
Wigs, too, come in very handy, especially if the film is a comedy!
Students learn to edit their films after shooting.
An enthusiastic filmmaking classes poses for a group photo.
Summer 2022 Film, Photo, and Design Courses