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Senior Youth Film Workshops

Will Burke

Will has a long association with Waterford Youth Arts initially through his participation in film, drama and creative writing workshops, for a number of years as a teenager. He developed a love of film working with WYA peers creating original short films and animations and exploring various film genre. 
Keen to explore his passion for film further, he studied for two years at Waterford College of Further Education before moving to Sunderland, UK  where he completed a BA Media Production (Hons) at University of Sunderland.
While living in Sunderland he worked at The Pauline Quirke Academy Sunderland as assistant tutor in film studies, working with students from 7-17 years old.
On returning home to Waterford, he returned to WYA as a volunteer with the film and drama groups for the past two years.
He is very excited to be facilitating the Film workshops for 15–19-year-olds this term.

Film Workshop – Make Your Story. Shoot It. Share It. Ever wanted to make your own film? This 9-week hands-on Film Workshop is an opportunity to learn how films are created while working as part of a creative team. You’ll learn how to develop an idea into a finished short film. Across the nine weeks, you’ll experiment with camera work, visual storytelling, sound, lighting, green screen, scriptwriting and editing. You’ll also learn how to plan a production, create shot lists, work with actors and take on different roles behind and in front of the camera. No previous filmmaking experience needed— just bring your ideas, creativity and willingness to get involved. You’ll work in small teams, take on different roles and learn by actually making films rather than simply talking about them. You’ll face creative challenges, including telling a story without dialogue, experimenting with lighting, creating green-screen scenes and filming a short that appears to be made in one continuous take. The course finishes with a chance to create a short film with creative freedom, using the skills you’ve developed throughout the workshop. If you love films, photography, storytelling, acting, music, technology or simply want to try something new, this workshop is for you.

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The Last Class

The senior film group created a short film, The Last Class, with Cassie Kirby. Produced and edited within a tight timeframe, the project highlights the group’s dedication, creativity, and ability to deliver a complete piece from start to finish under pressure.

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Youth Film — 15 to 19 yrs 

Day: Every Wednesday

Time: 7:30pm – 9:00pm

Location: Waterford Youth Arts, The Arch, The Barracks, Barrack Street

Wednesday 23rd September

Wednesday 30th September

Wednesday 7th October

Wednesday 14th October

Wednesday 21th October

Wednesday 28th October - No Workshop - Midterm Break

Wednesday 4th November

Wednesday 11th November

Wednesday 18th November

Wednesday 25th November

Booking Link

Film costs €49 per term. There are discounts for more than one family member. If any child has difficulty paying the fee, then speak to one of the tutors or office staff about our bursary scheme.

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