Spring '10 Course Descriptions: 14-18 Years
First Take
Second Take
Crafting the Doc
Final Cut Pro, V.1
Final Cut Pro, V.2
Friday Night Films @ the Lab
First Take
14–15 years & 16–18 years
12 sessions
Learn all the basics of narrative filmmaking.
• Experience the entire production process from storyboarding and screenwriting to directing, acting, and editing
• Use state-of-the-art HD digital video equipment and Final Cut Pro
• Create several collaborative and independent short film projects
• Additional time commitment outside of class is expected for shoots and editing
• No experience necessary
• Class size: 8
14–15 YEARS
12 Mondays, Feb. 1–May 3 (no class Feb. 15 & March 29)
4:30–7:30 pm
T03SP10A
$860/$774 (JBFC members, Family level and above)
16–18 YEARS
12 Tuesdays, Feb. 2–May 4 (no class Feb. 16 & March 30)
5:30–8:30 pm
T03SP10B
$860/$774 (JBFC members, Family level and above)
Also offered for students 4-9 years, 10-13 years, and College & Adult.
Registration Form (pdf)
More Info: 914.773.7663 ext. 8
Second Take
14–15 years & 16–18 years
12 sessions
Further your skills as a cinematic storyteller in this intermediate course.
• Learn more advanced features of Final Cut Pro
• Enhance your knowledge of lighting and cinematography
• Study the art of directing actors
• Bring a script from pre- to postproduction
• Students serve as one another’s crew members throughout the course
• Prerequisite: first take
• Class size: 8
14–15 YEARS
12 Thursdays, Feb. 4–May 6 (no class Feb. 18 & April 1)
4:30–7:30 pm
T27SP10B
$860/$774 (JBFC members, Family level and above)
16–18 YEARS
12 Wednesdays, Feb. 3–May 5 (no class Feb. 17 & March 31)
5:30–8:30 pm
T27SP10A
$860/$774 (JBFC members, Family level and above)
Also offered as a vacation camp for younger students.
Registration Form (pdf)
More Info: 914.773.7663 ext. 8
Crafting the Doc
16–18 years
12 sessions
Welcome to a hands-on introduction to the complex, creative world of nonfiction filmmaking.
• View some of the most influential documentaries ever made
• Learn the art of interviewing
• Direct and edit short projects of your own
• Additional time commitment outside of class is expected
• Class size: 8
12 Mondays, Feb. 1–May 3 (no class Feb. 15 & March 29)
4:30–7:30 pm
T25SP10A
$860/$774 (JBFC members, Family level and above)
Also offered for College & Adult students.
Registration Form (pdf)
More Info: 914.773.7663 ext. 8
Final Cut Pro, v.1
14–18 years
3 sessions
An in-depth workshop on Final Cut Pro, the industry standard editing software.
• Master basic system setup, and assemble and trim sequences
• Learn the most effective ways to manage workflow and organize files
• After you understand the power of editing, you’ll never watch a film the same way again
• Enjoy access to editing suites outside of class time
• No experience necessary
• Class size: 10
3 Thursdays, Feb. 4, 11, 25 • 5:30–8:30 pm
T29SP10A
$200/$180 (JBFC members, Family level and above)
Also offered for older students.
Registration Form (pdf)
More Info: 914.773.7663 ext. 8
Final Cut Pro, v.2
14–18 years
3 sessions
Advance your skills and learn more sophisticated features of Final Cut Pro, such as mixing audio tracks, titling and effects, transitions, and color correction.
• Enjoy access to editing suites outside of class time
• Some experience necessary
• Class size: 10
3 Thursdays, March 4–18 • 5:30–8:30 pm
T30SP10A
$200/$180 (JBFC members, Family level and above)
Also offered for older students.
Registration Form (pdf)
More Info: 914.773.7663 ext. 8
Friday Night Films @ the Lab
14–18 years
This high school film club run by students, for students, includes a great film and solid discussion hosted by JBFC faculty member Sean Weiner. You’ve already heard about this popular program—now come see it for yourself!
Jan. 8, Feb. 5, March 5, April 9, May 7, June 4
7:00 pm
$5 at the door. No registration necessary.
Join our Facebook group, Friday Night Films @ the Lab