Fairfax Collegiate

Filmmaking 5-6

Students learn how to plan, write, shoot, edit and complete post-production for digital video short films.

With the guidance of instructors, students brainstorm ideas for a short film, write an original script, and create a shot list and storyboard.

Students shoot their film using a tripod, a Panasonic DVX-100B video camera, a boom microphone, and (optionally) a lighting kit. Students edit their film using iMovie, add music and credits, complete postproduction, and export the film to a private Vimeo account for home viewing.

Summer 2021 Filmmaking 5-6 Class Sections

Session Dates Location Time
Session II 6/28/2021 - 7/9/2021 Tysons Afternoon
Session II 6/28/2021 - 7/9/2021 Vienna Afternoon
Session III 7/12/2021 - 7/23/2021 Ashburn Morning
Session III 7/12/2021 - 7/23/2021 Dulles Morning
Session IV 7/26/2021 - 8/6/2021 McLean Morning
Session IV 7/26/2021 - 8/6/2021 Reston Morning
Session IV 7/26/2021 - 8/6/2021 Vienna Morning

"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 2021 Art, Design, and Film Courses