UPCOMING WORKSHOPS & CLASSES
Oct 31, November 7, 14, & 21
Zeitgeist Documentary Workshop at Silver Bay Library with Jacob White
Learn the fundamentals of Documentary Storytelling in this hands-on workshop designed for beginners. All are welcome to participate! Students will explore the basics of documentary filmmaking:
– Idea Development and Research
– Interviewing
– Camera & Lighting Techniques
– Editing Basics
No prior experience required—just curiosity and a passion for using film to tell your stories. By the end of the workshop, participants will have the skills and confidence to begin creating their own short documentary projects.
The level is Beginner – no prior experience needed! Ages 16+
Dates:
October 31st November 7, 14, & 21, Fridays, 1:00pm – 5:00pm
Duration:
4 Days, 4 hours per session
Location:
Silver Bay Library, 9 Davis Dr, Silver Bay, MN 55614
Instructor:
Jacob White, Documentarian & Filmmaker
Costs:
FREE
Call or email SBPL to register.
Phone: 218.226.4331
Email: silverbaypubliclibrary@
About the Instructor:
Jacob White
Jacob lives and works in the Ely area of far Northern MN. He owns and operates White Pine Productions, a video production company that collaborates with organizations and businesses whose work is rooted in shared community values. Jacob received his education at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts – Maurice Kanbar Institute for Film and TV, where he cut his teeth working on all kinds of productions and as a community organizer.
November 7, 14, & 21
FILM WORKSHOP FOR GIRLS!
@ TWO HARBORS HIGH SCHOOL
A hands-on, beginner-friendly course for high school girls introducing the basics of filmmaking, from story to planning to producing a film – in a supportive, creative environment.
Topics Include:
- Story Structure! Understanding what makes a good story and how to tell it
- Camera Basics! Composition, framing, exposure, and movement
- Lighting Fundamentals! Natural vs. artificial light, simple setups for
interviews - Audio Essentials! Microphones, sound quality, and avoiding common
mistakes - Editing Review! Organizing footage, cutting for clarity and emotion, basic software tools
The level is Beginner – no prior experience needed!
November 7 &14, 1:00pm – 5:00pm. Nov. 21, 11:00am-3:00pm (Fridays)
Duration:
4 Days, 4 hours per session
Location:
Two Harbors High School
1640 County Hwy 2,
Two Harbors, MN 55616
Instructor:
Megan McGarvey: Documentarian, Director, & Producer
Costs:
$55 for 3 Day Course
$25 Partial Scholarship Rate
Full Scholarships Available!
Email Julie at jsmith@isd381.org for scholarship options.
About the Instructor:
Megan McGarvey
Megan McGarvey is independent Documentary Director and Producer. Born and raised in the Midwest, Megan developed a passion for looking beyond the stereotype and to capture the authentic stories of her community creating films such as Outsourced: The New Wisconsin Idea, Unweaving, On By, and the Gunflint Mailrun.
With three regional Emmys®, Megan continues to use her expertise in producing documentary, commercial, and lifestyle productions for companies such as KARE 11, & PBS North to keep her hands in every stage of production.
The Zeitgeist Minnesota Media Arts School, in partnership with the Minnesota Discovery Center, is an affordable option for the Northland’s diverse creative community ranging from filmmakers, graphic designers, multimedia artists, and theatrical artists to learn, work, create, and connect. With teaching hubs in Chisholm and Duluth, we will add important contributions to the regional film ecosystem.
Our goal is to empower, support, and educate Northland community members ages 16+ as active participants in shaping our culture, and engage diverse communities to rethink the way we view film, art, and local storytelling. We provide access and a platform to work, learn, create, and experience filmmaking and media production in our community.
Benefits include access to iMac computers loaded with creative design and editing software, meeting rooms, multi-media studios, film/video equipment for on-site photo/video shoots & projects, digital tools, and more.
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