BFC Filmmaking Bootcamp – Summer 2023

Your Ticket to a Career in Film

Are you interested in making movies? If so, our filmmaking bootcamp is the perfect place for you! In this intensive program, you’ll learn everything you need to know about the filmmaking process, from pre-production to post-production. You’ll work with experienced filmmakers who will teach you the ins and outs of the industry. You’ll also have the opportunity to create your collaborative short film, which you can use as part of your portfolio.

This bootcamp is perfect for beginners who want to learn the basics of filmmaking. It’s also a great opportunity for intermediate filmmakers and videographers who want to brush up on their skills or learn new techniques.

So what are you waiting for? Sign up for our filmmaking bootcamp today and earn a certificate from the Beirut Film Center.[/vc_column_text][spacing desktop_height=”30″ mobile_height=”15″ smobile_height=”15″][vc_column_text]Limited spots available!

$450/Person

  • Payment can be made on the first day of the Bootcamp

This two-week intensive filmmaking workshop will cover all aspects of filmmaking, from camera and lighting to sound, pre-production, production, and post-production. We offer a hands-on learning experience combined with theoretical concepts. We will write a short script together, film it, and then edit it. At the end of the workshop, there will be a screening and discussion of films, followed by a delicious vegan meal and a certificate of completion for all participants.

SCHEDULE

Week 1

Monday 7 August 11:00 to 18:00

  • Introductions
  • The Art of Storytelling
  • Writing a short screenplay

Tuesday 8 August 11:00 to 18:00

  • Introduction to cameras
  • Shooting exercise

Wednesday 9 August 11:00 to 18:00

  • Introduction to Lights
  • Exercise with lights and cameras
  • Introduction to Sound
  • Exercise with sound

Thursday 10 August 11:00 to 18:00

  • Introduction to pre-production
  • Pre-production exercise to prepare for the shoot
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SCHEDULE

Week 2

Monday 14 August 11:00 to 18:00

  • Production: shooting the script

Tuesday 15 August 11:00 to 18:00

  • Introduction to post-production
  • Editing Exercise

Wednesday 16 August 11:00 to 18:00

  • Editing Exercise Continued
  • Introduction to color grading
  • Color grading exercise

Thursday 17 August 11:00 to 18:00

  • Screening of films with discussion
  • Vegan Dinner
  • Graduation

Registration is closed

INSTRUCTOR

Samer Beyhum

Samer Beyhum is a Lebanese-Canadian polymath, excelling as a filmmaker, writer, director, editor, sound engineer, post-production specialist, technician, artist, and vegan chef. With a rich history of socially engaged cinema and a diverse body of work, Samer’s award-winning films tackle pressing social issues with authenticity and depth. His versatile interests extend to innovative pedagogy methods, socially relevant content creation, and the artistry of vegan cooking, embodying a holistic approach to education and ethical living. Through his creative endeavors, Samer inspires audiences worldwide to envision a more compassionate and inclusive future.

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