Young Filmmakers Club

A 12-WEEK HANDS-ON FILM WORKSHOP IN TORONTO FOR YOUTH AGES 12-18

Does your teen dream of making movies?
The Young Filmmakers Club is a fun, practical, and inspiring 12-week workshop that teaches the real skills of filmmaking—camera, lighting, sound, and storytelling—taught by an industry professional.

👉 Small class size (max 12 students) ensures plenty of personalized guidance.

👉 Only an iPhone and laptop required (plus two free apps we’ll show you).

👉 Hands-on learning every weekend—because filmmaking should be fun, not just theory!

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WHAT STUDENTS WILL LEARN

🎥 Module 1: Camera

How cinema cameras work (using the Blackmagic Camera app)
Focus & Framing: wide shots, closeups, and why they matter
ISO & Aperture: creating professional-looking scenes with light & depth of field
Camera Movement: pan, tilt, dolly—making shots dynamic and exciting
Editing in iMovie: turning footage into a story

💡 Module 2: Lights

How lighting brings a story to life
Key, Fill & Back lights: the building blocks of cinematic lighting
Creating drama with light: from classic noir to neon cityscapes
The art of the cinematographer

🎤 Module 3: Sound

Why sound is half the movie
Lavalier mics: hidden microphones in costumes
Boom operation: capturing dialogue without getting in shot
Plant mics: sneaky tricks from professional sets

Meet The Instructor

Tim Adams is both a filmmaker and a teacher at heart. For the past 6 years, he’s worked in the sound department on hit TV shows including CBC’s Workin’ Moms, Coroner, and Roku’s Slip.

With more than 18 years of teaching experience in classrooms and workshops, Tim brings a unique mix of professional know-how and engaging teaching style. His approach blends curiosity, experimentation, and creativity—ensuring that every student feels supported while having fun learning the art of filmmaking.

💬 “Film is a magical medium for storytelling and I love empowering young creatives to tell their own stories through the camera, lights, and sound.” – Tim

WHY THIS WORKSHOP MATTERS

Toronto is a global film hub, attracting over $2.6 billion in annual production from Netflix, Amazon, HBO, CBC, and more. For teens with a passion for film, this workshop is the perfect first step—whether they dream of:

A career in film or TV
Pursuing a film degree
Or simply exploring a creative and rewarding hobby

By the end of 12 weeks, students will have:
✅ Pro-level skills with cameras, lights, sound, and editing software
✅ A clear understanding of how professional film crews work
✅ Confidence to join future film sets with real knowledge of the craft and its “lingo”

Key Details

📍 Location: Annette Street Public Library

🗓 Schedule: September 27th - December 13th | 9.30 - 11.30am

👥 Class Size: Limited to 12 students | Ages 12 - 18

🎒 Equipment Needed: iPhone + laptop (apps provided free)

💵 Cost: $840/12-week term ($70 per class)

🎟 Reserve Your Spot Today

Spaces are strictly limited—and fill up quickly. Give your teen the chance to explore their creativity, learn real-world skills, and step into the world of film.

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