Earn The Achievement Award
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What Is The Achievement Award?
We track students’ participation and skills gained in our filmmaking workshops and community collaboration opportunities. This award is designed to help students stand out academically and professionally. Outstanding achievement prepares students for college and job applications with valuable hands-on experience and a portfolio review with our Teaching Artists.
How Does It Work?
Rising 7th - 12th graders can earn The Achievement Award by completing the required amount of credits in the following program categories:
Core Filmmaking (10 credits)
Workshops where students learn all aspects of filmmaking and complete an original film.
Special Skills (4 credits)
Workshops that focus on one aspect of film production like screenwriting or editing.
Community (4 credits)
Freelance opportunities and production projects for community partners.
1 Workshop = 1 Credit
Core Filmmaking | 1 Credit
Summer Film Academy Movie Musical (2024)
Workshop Examples:
Special Skills | 1 Credit
Odds & Ends 16mm Film Workshop (2024)
Community | 1 Credit
Commercial Production PSA (2024)
Students Will Receive:
Printed and framed certificate
Creative portfolio review with a Light House mentor
1-on-1 guidance in creating a demo reel
Recognition on our website and email newsletter
Upon Earning The Award
Pre-Production
Creative Collaboration
Storytelling
Pitching Story Ideas
Screenplay Writing
Storyboarding
Scheduling Production
Skills You’ll Gain:
Production
Cinematography
Lighting
Art Direction
Directing
Producing
Acting
Post-Production
Editing
Final Cut Pro X
Premiere Pro
After Effects
Blender
Sound Design