Courses for Kids, Teens & Adults: 14-18 Years
Experiments in Media: Explorations of Space
14–15 years & 16–18 years
12 sessions
Learn to use all kinds of media, including the latest digital video tools, to tell great stories in a variety of forms. Stretch your imagination. Investigate character, place, light, time, sound, and composition as you create a series of hands-on projects using the state-of-the-art tools at the Lab. This course provides a fantastic introduction to the filmmaking process.
- Discover the possibilities of filmmaking and beyond.
- Work with live-action video, 2-D and 3-D animation, interactive media and design, sound recording, motion graphics, digital photography, and more.
- Use HD video and software such as Final Cut Pro, GarageBand, Flash, Dragon Stop Motion, and Photoshop.
- Every semester ends with a screening and exhibition for family and friends!
- Class size: 8
12 Thursdays, Feb. 9 - May 10 (no class Feb. 23 or April 5)
4:30-7:30 pm
T41SP12A
$860/$774 (JBFC members, Family level and above)
16–18 years
12 Tuesdays, Feb. 7 - May 8 (no class Feb. 21 or April 3)
4:30-7:30 pm
T41SP12B
$860/$774 (JBFC members, Family level and above)
Experiments in Media focuses on a different theme each semester. In Spring 2012, we highlight the concept of space, with creative explorations of scale, composition, depth, framing, setting, and more. Together, any two semesters of Experiments in Media provide a solid foundation in story and craft.
Also offered for students 10-13 years and 8-9 years.
Registration Info
Registration Form
More Info: Call the Registrar: 914.773.7663, ext. 8 or email registrar@burnsfilmcenter.org
Projects in Media
14–15 years & 16–18 years
12 sessions
Take your creative and technical skills to the next level as you investigate dynamic modes of storytelling and integrated media.
- Conceive and collaborate to create in-depth films and multimedia projects.
- Use everything the state-of-the-art Media Arts Lab offers, including the Sound Stage, Recording Studio, HD cameras, and digital tools.
- Learn new ways to incorporate sound and graphics into your storytelling.
- Explore advanced features of Final Cut Pro, Flash, GarageBand, Photoshop, After Effects, and more.
- Every semester culminates with a screening and exhibition for family and friends!
- Class size: 8
- Prerequisites: Two semesters of Experiments in Media or a minimum of two courses at the Media Arts Lab.
14–15 years
12 Tuesdays, Feb. 7 - May 8 (no class Feb. 21 or April 3)
4:30-7:30 pm
T42SP12A
$860/$774 (JBFC members, Family level and above)
16–18 years
12 Thursdays, Feb. 9 - May 10 (no class Feb. 23 or April 5) Cancelled
4:30–7:30 pm
T42SP12B
$860/$774 (JBFC members, Family level and above)
Take Projects in Media again and again! Every semester is a new project and a chance to create another fantastic story.
Also offered for 8-9 years and 10-11 years.
Registration Info
Registration Form
More Info: Call the Registrar: 914.773.7663, ext. 8 or email registrar@burnsfilmcenter.org
Mastering Media
14–18 years
Pitch your project and be green-lit into advanced-level study.
- Learn advanced lighting, editing, camerawork, interactive media, and sound skiills.
- Focus on bringing your own vision to completion with the support of a crew.
- Workshop your project with your peers and crew each other's films.
- Transform the boundaries of multimedia creation with everything the lab has to offer.
- Prerequisites: Two semesters in Projects in Media or equivalent experience.
This course kicks off in the spring, and you'll dig into production in the summer. Time commitment includes one class a week from Feb. to May, and a minimum of 20 hours per week during July and August. Please email registrar@burnsfilmcenter.org for information.
Advanced Animation 14–16 years 12 sessions
Enhance your technical and storytelling abilities in this upper-level course.
- Create 2-D and 3-D stop-motion animation with our new Dragon Stop Motion software.
- Learn motion graphics and computer animation.
- Build small sets and mannequins.
- Class size: 8
- Prerequisite: KidToons or comparable animation experience.
12 Wednesdays, Feb. 8 - May 9 (no class Feb. 22 or April 4)
4:30–7:30 pm
T63SP12A
$860/$774 (JBFC members, Family level and above)
Registration Info
Registration Form
More Info: Call the Registrar: 914.773.7663, ext. 8 or email registrar@burnsfilmcenter.org
The Burns Challenge: Make a Film in 24 Hours
15–18 years
May 18, 19
- Your team will receive a set of guidelines, a camera, and 24-hour access to the Lab’s editing and sound recording facilities.
- Each group will have 24 hours to conceive, shoot, edit, and finish a short film.
- All final projects will be shown at the Media Arts Lab.
- Screening Room the following night!
- Prizes will be given!
- Recommended team size: 3–4.
Friday, May 18, 5:00 pm: Meet at the Lab and get to work
Saturday, May 19, 5:00 pm: Deadline for finished films
Saturday, May 19, 7:30 pm: Screening and awards
T74SP12A
$20 per person
Registration Info
Registration Form
More Info: Call the Registrar: 914.773.7663, ext. 8 or email registrar@burnsfilmcenter.org
Friday Night Films @ the Lab
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 probably already heard about this popular
program—now come see it for yourself!
Jan. 6, Feb. 3, March 2, April 13, May 4, June 1
7:00 pm
$5 at the door. No registration necessary.
Join our Facebook group, Friday Night Films @ the Lab
Lab Workshops
14–18 years
These fun, creative explorations are perfect for both first-timers and those with some experience. Students enrolled in any semester-long Lab course receive a 50% discount on all Lab Workshops.
Short Film Writing
14–18 years
Weekend workshop
Bring a short script from concept to completion!
- Class time combines learning the ropes of screenwriting, independent writing, and workshopping ideas in a supportive environment.
-Master screenplay formatting and story structure, with a focus on the art of the short script.
-Come with three ideas to ptich, and leave on Sunday afternoon with a completed screenplay for a short film.
-Class size: 10
Saturday, March 3 and Sunday, March 4
11:00 am–5:00 pm
T83SP12A
$280/$252 (JBFC members, Family level and above) \
Short Film Writing for Home Schooled Students
14-16 years
8 sessions
Bring a short script from concept to completion!
- Class time combines learning the ropes of screenwriting, independent writing, and workshopping ideas in a supportive environment.
- Master screenplay formatting and story structure, with a focus on the art of the short script.
- Use everything the state-of-the-art Media Arts Lab offers, including the Sound stage, Recording studio, HD cameras, and digital tools.
- Utilize features of Final Cut Pro, Garage Band, Flash, Photoshop, AfterEffects and more.
- Experience hands-on production, including shooting, lighting, and sound, in bringing a scene to life.
- Class Size: 8
8 Wednesdays, March 28 - May 23 (no class April 4)
12:30–3:30 pm
T83SP12B
Fee: $400/$360 (JBFC members, Family level & above)
Digital Music
14–18 years
1 session
In this hands-on workshop, learn how to record, mix, and release music using any music software, whether it’s GarageBand, Logic Studio, Ableton Live, Pro Tools, or the next new thing that everyone’s excited about.
- Create microphone and speaker set-ups for multi tracking.
- Use effects like equalizers, reverb, and compression.
- Experiment with MIDI keyboards, samples, software sequencers, and mixers.
- Bring your samples, instruments, and voices, and leave with an original recording.
- No experience necessary. The only requirement is a love of music!
- Class size: 8
Saturday, March 10
10:00 am–4:00 pm
T61SP12A
$140/$126 (JBFC members, Family level and above)
Also offered for 12-13 years and families.
Creating a Web Series
14–18 years
3 sessions
You'll script, shoot and launch your own original online series in this collaborative workshop.
- Learn the basics of producing and promoting a serialized show.
- Taught by successful web series creators Sean Weiner and Andrew Jupin.
- The only requirement is creativity!
- Class size: 8
Sat. April 21, Sat. April 28, and Sun. April 29
11:00 am–5:00 pm
T78SP12A
$300/$270 (JBFC members, Family level and above)
Getting the Shot
14–18 years
2 sessions
This hands-on camera workshop will give you a great foundation in how to light and shoot with precision and style.
- Learn style and composition.
- Explore light, color, filters, and shadow.
- Work with professional lighting kits as well as low budget, use-what-you-have scenarios.
- Experiment with lenses, depth of field, and studio and location shooting.
-Use a handheld camera, tripod, dolly, and Steadicam.
Class size: 10
Sat. May 5 and Sat. May 12
12:00 noon–4:00 pm
T46SP12A
$200/$180 (JBFC members, Family level and above)
Registration Info
Registration Form
More Info: Call the Registrar: 914.773.7663, ext. 8 or email registrar@burnsfilmcenter.org
