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5HORT FILM YOUTH SUMMER CAMP POSTPONED | NEW DATE TBA!

Built for students ages 13-17, the 5HORT Film Camp is designed for aspiring filmmakers to gain hands-on experience from industry-leading experts. The camp includes a fun and interactive curriculum covering what it takes to make a short film. In addition to teaming up to make a short film by week’s end, camp attendees will receive complimentary submission waivers and passes for the annual 815HORTS Film Festival, which is scheduled to celebrate its fifth anniversary on Nov. 13-14, 2026.

The 5HORT Film Camp runs daily and film equipment is provided. Participants should bring their own lunch.

This year's 5HORT Film Camp has been postponed. Information about a new Camp date will be available at a later date. Thank you for your support and understanding.

SAMPLE 5HORT FILM CAMP CURRICULUM

Day One: On day one, students will get a general overview of the filmmaking process (pre-production, production, post-production) and begin coming up with ideas for their film.
Day Two: Students will start day two by locking down their film idea. There will also be a more in depth breakdown of how to use film equipment while students begin to write their script and develop a shot list. Students may also take on creating a schedule, call sheet, and all other necessary pre-production elements.
Day Three: Camp attendees will experience being on set and begin capturing the footage needed to create their short film. Activities will include offloading footage to prepare for an efficient post process and editing what has already been filmed concurrently as the process continues.
Day Four: Students will continue filming, editing and refining their short film to remain on track to have a finished film by week’s end.
Day Five: Students will work on final edits and decide if any pickups are needed. If necessary, pickups will be filmed in the first half of the day. Additional time will be spent reviewing the process, sharing feedback and determining what can be applied to improve the process next time.