INTERESTED IN MAKING MOVIES?

The Empire has a two-week movie-making camp for girls ages 12-18. Experienced instructors will take participants through the process of brainstorming, writing, editing, directing, and producing a series of short films. Participants will cast their films and get hands-on experience in all aspects of moviemaking. Participants will screen their movies at the Empire Arts Center, on the big screen, at the end of the workshop. The screening will be an Empire “red carpet” event open to the public.

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORS

Bethany Newquist:
Bethany is a graduate of Minnesota State University Moorhead with a Bachelor of Arts in Film Studies. She is currently working as a Production Assistant at WDAY News out of Fargo, ND. She has always had a passion for the history and analysis of film, but enjoys the collaborative nature of film production (as well as news broadcasting). Bethany also has four years of experience working with various age groups as a paraprofessional and a camp counselor, respectively.

David Kuznicki:
David is a five time Emmy award-winning filmmaker from Grand Forks, with experience in writing, producing, and directing various documentaries and other works. David's works include 2021's "The Red River Flood" and 2020's "The Long Hair." His films have appeared at various film festivals throughout the nation.

Workshop schedule: July 24 through 27, 1 to 5 pm daily & July 31 through August 3, 1 to 5 pm daily.

Movie Premiere: August 5, 7 pm. Red Carpet at 6 pm. Reception: 8 pm

Workshop tuition is $200 and includes all equipment and the “red carpet" event.

Workshop is limited to 24 participants.

Scholarships are available.

Contact the Empire at 701-746-5500 for more information and to register for the workshop, or click the button below.