Training

Young Filmmakers Holiday Workshops (13 - 17 year olds)

During the school holidays, don't just watch films... learn how to make them! If you love film and TV and can see yourself behind the camera or in the director's chair, then you need OPEN CHANNEL's three-day, hands-on course for young people who want to make movies.

Guided by an experienced tutor, you get to shoot, act, direct and edit a short video. You’ll learn about lighting, camera, sound and editing. You’ll work in small groups,
shoot with professional gear, edit on Final Cut Pro and learn the skills you’ll need to make your own films. It’s also a great way to meet other young people who are passionate about filmmaking. All participants receive a DVD of the film with their name in the credits.

This fun and interactive course is for 13 to 17 year olds only and no prior experience is necessary however basic computer literacy is an advantage. With limited placements available, this course fills quickly so book now to avoid disappointment and get ready to shout ‘Action’!

End of Term 1
March 25, 26, 27 / April 1, 2, 3

End of Term 2
July 1, 2, 3 / July 8, 9, 10

End of Term 3
September 23, 24, 25 / September 30, October 1, 2

Time: 9:30am – 4:00pm Tues to Thurs
Cost: $250
Duration: 3 days
Maximum participants: 10

Tutor: ELISE WEST

Elise has extensive experience in international current affairs, video journalism and independent documentary she has researched and written various documentaries for SBS’s Dateline. She has worked in low budgets without crews and in foreign countries. She is currently co-directing a feature documentary set in Peru – an Australia/USA co-production with finance from SBSi and FFC.

Testimonials

The editing software, camera's and other equipment were cool. Filming, directing and editing a film to take home was fun.
October 2007

All of it was great!
Tom, September 2006

Editing on Final Cut Pro rocked!
Henry, September 2006