Summer Film Camp is open to students ages 9-15. Students outside this age range may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us if you have questions about whether the program would be a good fit for your child.

Click ENROLL at the top of the page to complete our registration form. Once your registration is complete, you’ll receive a confirmation email. About one week before camp begins, we’ll send a First Day Details email with everything you need to know before arriving at camp. Be sure to check your spam folder if you don’t see either email.

Campers are grouped by age into small production teams. Each group takes four 30-minute classes in screenwriting, directing, cinematography, and editing, with a large part of the day dedicated to working together on their film projects.The camp day runs from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm and includes two breaks and an hour for lunch. You can view a sample day on our Daily Schedule page.

We offer several ways for families to save on tuition, including discount codes, sibling discounts, financial aid, and our Refer-a-Friend program.Valid discount codes provide $25 off tuition and cannot be combined with Early Bird tuition or applied retroactively.Families enrolling more than one child receive $75 off for each additional sibling. All siblings must be registered and paid in full. Email info@summerfilmcamp.com to receive the sibling discount as a refund.Families can also earn a $50 referral credit for each new camper they refer. To qualify, the referring parent must email info@summerfilmcamp.com with the camper’s name and parent contact information before the new family registers. The referred family must identify the referring family during registration and complete payment. Returning campers, siblings, and campers who register before the referring family does not qualify. The referred camper must attend the full week. Referral refunds are issued to the original payment method after camp once enrollment and attendance are confirmed.At this time, we do not offer scholarships. However, need-based financial aid may be available through our Financial Aid Application. Families interested in applying for financial assistance can email info@summerfilmcamp.com for more information and an application.

Payment plans may be available for families who need additional flexibility. A $150 non-refundable deposit is required, and the remaining tuition balance must be paid in full at least two weeks before camp begins. To request a payment plan, email info@summerfilmcamp.com.

Campers are placed in small production teams based on age. If your child would like to be grouped with a friend of the same age, you may submit a request, and we’ll do our best to accommodate it.Once production teams are established, campers remain with their assigned team throughout camp.

No previous filmmaking experience is required. We welcome campers with a wide range of experience, from kids making their first film to those who have already spent time behind the camera.Our instructors adjust their teaching to meet campers where they are, helping beginners feel comfortable while giving more experienced students opportunities to continue developing their skills.

No special supplies or equipment are required. We provide the classroom materials and filmmaking equipment campers will need during the week.Campers should come dressed comfortably and ready for an active day of filmmaking. You can view our full dress code policy here.

Yes. Campers should bring a lunch, two snacks, and a water bottle labeled with their name each day.There is no refrigerator or microwave available, and staff is unable to purchase food for campers. For safety reasons, campers may not share food.If your child forgets their lunch, please text (818) 957-1619 to arrange a drop-off.

All cancellation requests must be submitted by email to info@summerfilmcamp.com. We cannot accept cancellations or refund requests by phone or voicemail. Please allow up to two weeks for processing and confirmation.Before March 1st: Full refund minus the $150 non-refundable deposit.March 2nd - April 1st: Refund minus 50% of tuition paid.April 2nd - May 1st: Refund minus 75% of tuition paid.After May 1st: No refunds.Instead of a refund, families may request a full tuition credit toward a future session, subject to availability. Families may also choose access to the TEG Online Academy, which includes more than 50 video lessons and 40 downloadable arts activities.If camp is canceled due to circumstances beyond our control, such as a natural disaster or public emergency, families will receive a full credit toward a future session. Cash refunds are not available in these circumstances.