When: Thursdays | Sep. 17 - Nov. 19 | 4:30 - 6:00pm 

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Shoot days *TENTATIVE*: Nov. 21-23

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Red Carpet Premiere Night: TBD

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Ages: 7-14

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CALLING ALL LOCAL TALENT! Are you ready to launch your Hollywood journey? Step into the spotlight and make your mark in the world of film and television! Join us this fall at AA4K Studios for an exhilarating 10-week on-camera class designed to transform aspiring actors into confident performers and future industry professionals!

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WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Hands-On Experience: Students will be guided through a comprehensive, hands-on curriculum that covers everything from on-camera techniques to audition strategies. The highlight? You’ll be cast in and star in your very own student short film, crafted with care and creativity by our seasoned industry professionals.

Professional Film Production: Gain real-world Hollywood experience by working alongside a top-tier professional film crew. You’ll be part of every step—from rehearsals to shooting—learning what it takes to bring a production to life.

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Red Carpet Premiere Screening: Celebrate your achievement at our exclusive film premiere, where you'll walk the red carpet, receive VIP treatment, and watch your performance on the big screen alongside your friends, family, and industry insiders.

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Build Your Portfolio & Resume: Secure IMDb credit for your work, a vital step in building a professional résumé that stands out to casting directors and agents alike.

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Industry Exposure: Experience the thrill of a full weekend on set, immersing yourself in the Hollywood filmmaking process and gaining insights from industry professionals.

WHO SHOULD ENROLL?
This class is perfect for aspiring actors, filmmakers, and anyone passionate about storytelling through film and TV. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this program is designed to elevate your craft and help you build your professional portfolio. Join us this fall at AA4K Studios and turn your dreams into reality. Step into the spotlight, gain invaluable industry experience, and kickstart your career in entertainment!

Students will have the opportunity to be featured in an AA4K-produced short film and learn the process from pre-production through post to the final screening premiere. During class, we will build on-camera acting skills, character development, monologue/dialogue scene work, blocking, and hands-on set and production experience. Students will be filmed by a professional crew on a live set and will receive call sheets and script breakdown materials. The film will be professionally edited and the cast will be able to walk the red carpet and see themselves live on the silver screen at a local movie theater, followed by a VIP after-party. Each student will receive VIP admission to the screening, IMDB credit, and a link to download the film to use for their acting reels. Discover creative potential, cultivate self-confidence, and become a part of an unforgettable experience!
 

WHAT'S NEEDED TO PRODUCE THE FILM?

Program tuition will be used towards the classes and film’s budget which includes securing the following:

• Film crew - Producer(s), Director(s), Editor(s), Coach

• Script development

• Private theater rental for screening premiere night

• Camera/lighting/audio department & equipment

• Art department & materials

• Location permits & insurance 

• Post-production

• Craft services for crew & cast (optional)

• Communications & marketing

• Miscellaneous production/administrative expenses 

PARENT VOLUNTEER CREW: 

Parent volunteer participation is essential throughout the process from pre-production to production shoot days and during premiere night. Tasks will include sign-up options for assistance with set prep & building, on-set cast supervision and runners, contributing a snack or beverage item for the shoot, and set up/breakdown assistance as needed. Participation will not be difficult, but it will facilitate imperative elements to the production process. Parents may choose to pay an opt-out fee if availability does not permit.

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HIGHLIGHTS & TAKEAWAYS:​

• 10 film classes to build on-camera acting skills

• Hand-on exposure to a film set and behind the scenes in action

• Premiere screening with red carpet experience 

• VIP after party dinner (optional to purchase)

• IMDB credit

• Link to download film

• Completely unique opportunity for creativity and memories with co-stars

PROGRAM TUITION:

• Standard enrollment: $995

• Parent volunteer opt-out fee: +$175

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Class program is subject to a minimum enrollment. Without a minimum enrollment, we reserve the right to cancel. 

We also reserve the right to adjust curriculum based on the Academy's discretion. Lastly, we reserve the right to change the location

of the class and premiere night date at any time due to availability. If parent volunteer participation is not completed as required, $150 opt-out fee will be charged to credit card from registration. If CDC guidelines change during the rehearsal process,

we may convert in-person classes to virtual meetings temporarily to keep production progressing.​​​​​