Filmmaking Courses
for Ages 8 to 15
Courses start January 2026!
About Us
Discover how kids ages 8 to 15 can turn their ideas into films—and build lifelong skills along the way.
Founded by filmmaker and educator Michael Venzor, Venzor Film School for Kids inspires creativity, collaboration, and confidence through hands-on storytelling. In just three weeks, students learn to write, direct, act, shoot, and edit their own short film while gaining tools that help them succeed in school and beyond. And this is only the beginning! Our growing programs are bringing the magic of storytelling to young creators across Brooklyn.
Enroll in our Three-Week Filmmaking Program
Create a film from start to finish in just three weeks!
How Our Program Works
Total length of program: 3 weeks
Classes meet Monday to Friday 3:30pm to 6:30pm
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Week One: Pre-Production
Young learners are introduced to storytelling fundamentals, filmmaking techniques, and equipment. Students will write a screenplay, storyboard their scenes, and build sets, and gather costumes and props for their films.
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Week Two: Production
Students are guided through hands-on filmmaking techniques, helping them craft compelling stories using cameras, microphones, and other equipment.
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Week Three: Post-Production
Our kids edit, color correct their films, adding music and sound effects to finalize their projects. The course culminated in a film festival where their films are showcased for family and friends. Together, we celebrate our children artistic growth and accomplishments of all our children.
Benefits for Students
The importance of learning storytelling in after-school programs.
“What’s my vote for the most underrated skill? Storytelling.
Being a great storyteller has immense value across five key areas of your life: Relationships, Career, Communication, Parenting,
Happiness & Meaning.”
Eric Barker
Time Magazine
“Children who participate in quality after-school programs have improved school attendance, grades, and work habits; are less likely to repeat a grade and more likely to graduate; have higher school attendance and academic achievement; gain social skills, build their confidence, and learn to think critically; and have better relationships with other students.”
Office of Children and Family Services
New York State
Courses starting January 2026!
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Stories Being Told
Hear from past students.
“Michael has an incredible gift for breaking down complex ideas into steps anyone can understand. I had never touched a camera before, but now I am actually shooting and editing my own short film! Michael’s patience and calm way of teaching made learning new skills exciting, when they could have been intimidating.”
Emma J.
Former Student
“I’ve always been intimidated by editing software, but Michael breaks everything down step by step so I never feel rushed. His patience helped me as a total beginner to feel comfortable, and I always felt encouraged to ask questions without worrying I’d slow the group down.”
Sandra Y.
Former Student