After School Programs
UPCOMING PROGRAMS
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Winter Supported Lab
The Reel Works Winter Supported Lab is a FREE weeklong filmmaking intensive that provides community, support, and resources for neurodivergent NYC students as they explore storytelling through filmmaking.
Workshop Dates: February 18 - 21
Info Session: January 15, 5:30 PM RSVP HERE
Application Deadline: January 26, 11:59 PM
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Dual Language Screenwriting Lab
Unlock the power of bilingual storytelling in our Dual Language Screenwriting Lab! Over 12 weeks, students will explore core elements of screenwriting, including character development, plot structure, dialogue, and formatting, while crafting scripts in both Spanish and English. Perfect for aspiring writers ready to bring their unique voices to the screen!
¡Descubre el poder de la narración bilingüe en nuestro Dual Language Screenwriting Lab! A lo largo de 12 semanas, los estudiantes explorarán los elementos clave de la escritura de guiones, incluyendo el desarrollo de personajes, la estructura narrativa, los diálogos y el formato, mientras crean guiones en español e inglés. ¡Ideal para escritores emergentes listos para dar vida a sus historias únicas en la pantalla!
Workshop Dates: February 11 - May 29
Info Session: January 15, 5:30 PM RSVP HERE
Application Deadline: January 26, 11:59 PM
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Sound Lab: Podcasting
Dive into the art of journalistic storytelling through sound in Sound Lab: Podcasting! Over twelve weeks, students will explore audio recording software, craft immersive soundscapes, create foley effects, and bring narratives to life using only sound. Perfect for aspiring podcasters and audio enthusiasts!
Workshop Dates: February 12 - May 29
Info Session: January 15, 11:59 PM RSVP HERE
Application Deadline: January 26, 11:59 PM
FILM SCHOOL FRIDAYS DROP-INS
Looking to work on your filmmaking skills?
Film School Fridays Drop-Ins are an opportunity for young filmmakers to connect with peer mentors and craftspeople in the entertainment industry. Sharpen your skills with us, receive tutoring support in editing, cinematography and lighting, storytelling, and screenwriting, and sit in on our Film School Friday Guest Speaker events! This is a safe space to gather, support, create, and learn.
FILM SCHOOL FRIDAYS INTENSIVES
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Cinematography 2: Lighting
Learn the essentials of lighting, including hard vs. soft light, 3-point setups, genre-specific styles, and diffusion techniques.
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Animation
Explore storytelling, character design, and animation techniques like 2D stop motion and storyboarding. This workshop provides a creative space to develop foundational skills and bring your ideas to life.
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Social Media Content Creation
Master smartphone shooting, online editing, and best practices for posting and promoting to make their social media content stand out.
Announcing the Reel Works Food Pantry!
The Reel Works Student Pantry is a student-led initiative started to provide shelf-stable products to Reel Works filmmakers to combat food insecurity in our community.
Donations are collected at the Reel Works office on every first Friday of the month.