Rising Filmmakers Summer Program

Young Filmmakers 

For Students Entering Grades 6–8

9 AM - 3 PM

Session I: Monday, August, 10 - Friday, August 14 REGISTER FOR SESSION 1

Session 2: Monday, August 17 - Friday, August 21 REGISTER FOR SESSION 2

Hosted at WCTV Studios 10 Waltham Street, Wilmington, MA 01887

Snacks and drinks provided. Pizza provided on Wednesdays and Fridays

Cost:

Session 1: $375

Session 2: $375

Sessions 1 and 2: $700

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Overview

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Step into the next level of filmmaking at WCTV.
 

Rising Filmmakers is the perfect bridge between learning the basics and creating more advanced work. This program is designed for middle school students who are ready to build skills, try new styles of production, and start developing their own creative voice.
 

No prior experience is required—just curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to jump in.

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 Daily Highlights:
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Each day is split between skill-building in the mornings and creative projects in the afternoons.

Day 1 starts with the fundamentals:
 

• Camera basics and how to shoot great video

• Introduction to editing and how footage comes together
   

From there, each morning focuses on a different area of production:

• Podcasting – audio, hosting, and studio setup

• News Production – reporting, scripting, and on-camera presence

• Screenwriting & Storyboarding – turning ideas into structured stories
   

Afternoons are all about creating.
 

Students will work on their own projects or collaborate in small teams—short videos, podcasts, news-style segments, or original stories—applying what they learned that morning in a hands-on, supportive environment.

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On Friday afternoon, family and friends are invited to the WCTV studio for a special student showcase, celebrating all of the incredible work the kids have created throughout the week. We provide the tools—they bring the creativity.​
 

What You’ll Learn

• Camera fundamentals, framing, and shooting techniques

• Intro to editing using professional software

• Basics of podcast and audio production

• Story development, scripting, and planning

• On-camera confidence and communication

• How to take an idea from concept to finished project
   

Built for This Age Group

This program is specifically designed for grades 6–8, with a focus on:

• Building confidence

• Encouraging creativity

• Introducing real production tools in an accessible way

It’s structured, engaging, and designed to keep students learning while having fun.
 

Led by WCTV Staff

Students work with WCTV’s professional production team in a real studio environment, getting guidance and support every step of the way.
 

Why It’s Different

This isn’t just about learning skills—it’s about using them.

By the end of the week, students will have created projects they can be proud of, while gaining the confidence and experience to take the next step into Advanced Filmmakers.

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Session I: Monday, August, 10 - Friday, August 14 REGISTER FOR SESSION 1

Session 2: Monday, August 17 - Friday, August 21 REGISTER FOR SESSION 2

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