In Video Production Camp, campers produce, direct, light, shoot and edit like the experts. They complete exercises and projects which culminate in their own original short movie. Students will learn to utilize titles, graphics, music, voice-over, and live-action video while developing leadership, communication, project management, creative design, and technical skills.
Students utilize professional equipment and software to shoot and edit their own movies. Instructors with experience in film, television, and video production guide students through an exciting, hands-on educational experience in a small group setting.
In Video Production Camp, campers produce, direct, light, shoot and edit like the experts. They complete exercises and projects which culminate in their own original short movie. Students will learn to utilize titles, graphics, music, Special Effects, and live-action video while developing leadership, communication, project management, creative design, and technical skills.
Students utilize Adobe Creative Suite software as they shoot and edit their own movies. Instructors guide students through an exciting, hands-on educational experience. The students will use cutting-edge video technology for cameras, lighting and editing software to produce an industry-level production.
From Day one, campers learn some of the basics of shooting quality footage and industry terms. The second-day students then begin to plan their movie project which will be shot and edited during the remainder of the week and plunge into editing as campers begin to produce their project. Throughout the week, the complexity of the projects grows along with the student’s skills and knowledge, developed through a fast-paced mix of instruction and exercises. Students provide peer feedback and the teacher leads critiques of the project as the students improve their videos with formative assessment.
The week culminates in a screening of the students’ movies for an audience of fellow campers, family, and friends. Each student will receive a digital copy of their work and a handbook/manual which contains the information that was covered in the course for future reference.
Camps for rising 6th - 8th graders have three price options:
- Day Camper: Day Campers check in Sunday with dinner provided after check-in and then enjoy curriculum Monday-Friday from 9am to 5pm.
- Extended Day: Extended Day Campers check in Sunday with dinner provided after check-in and then enjoy curriculum and recreation Monday - Friday from 9am to 9pm, with lunch and dinner provided in the dining hall.
- Overnight: Overnight campers check in before dinner on Sunday and check out at 5pm on Friday. All meals and shared dorm accommodations are provided.
Camps for rising 9th-12th graders have two options:
- Extended Day: Extended Day Campers attend camp from 9am to 9pm seven days a week (except check-in and check-out days, which are half days), with lunch and dinner provided in the dining hall each day.
- Overnight: Overnight campers check-in after lunch on the first day of camp and check out before lunch on the last day of camp. All meals and shared dorm accommodations are provided.
| Program | Grades | Location | Start Date | End Date | Price Options | Register |
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| Video Production | 9 - 12 | UC Berkeley | Jun 14, 2026 | Jun 20, 2026 | Join Waitlist | |
| Video Production | 7 - 9 | UC Berkeley | Jun 21, 2026 | Jun 26, 2026 | Enroll | |
| Video Production | 9 - 12 | UC Berkeley | Jun 28, 2026 | Jul 4, 2026 | Join Waitlist | |
| Video Production | 9 - 12 | Stanford University | Jul 12, 2026 | Jul 18, 2026 | Enroll | |
| Video Production | 6 - 8 | Stanford University | Jul 19, 2026 | Jul 24, 2026 | Enroll |
Price Options for Video Production
| Extended Day Camp | $2,985 |
| Overnight Camp | $3,495 |
Price Options for Video Production
| Day Camp | $2,095 |
| Extended Day Camp | $2,495 |
| Overnight Camp | $2,985 |
Price Options for Video Production
| Extended Day Camp | $2,985 |
| Overnight Camp | $3,495 |
Price Options for Video Production
| Extended Day Camp | $2,985 |
| Overnight Camp | $3,495 |
Price Options for Video Production
| Day Camp | $2,095 |
| Extended Day Camp | $2,495 |
| Overnight Camp | $2,985 |
Sample Schedule High School Video Production |
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| 8:00 am | Breakfast in the dining hall (overnight campers) |
| 9-9:15 am | Extended day camper check-in |
| 9:15 am | Directing & filming workshop class |
| 12:30 pm | Lunch in the dining hall (included for all campers) |
| 1:45 pm | Editing lab & class |
| 5:30 pm | Dinner in the dining hall (included for all campers) |
| 6:30 pm | Group project work & editing time |
| 8:00 pm | Evening recreation activities |
| 9:00 pm | Extended day camper check-out |
| 10:00 pm | Floor check |
| 10:30 pm | Room check |
Sample Schedule Middle School Video Production |
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| 7:30 am | Overnight campers - wake up! |
| 8:00 am | Breakfast in the dining hall (overnight campers) |
| 9-9:15 am | Extended day camper check-in |
| 9:00 am | Camp meeting & warm up |
| 9:15 am | Directing & filming workshop |
| 12:00 pm | Lunch in the dining hall (included for overnight & extended day campers; day campers can purchase an optional lunch package or bring a lunch) |
| 1:00 pm | Editing basics class |
| 2:00 pm | Group project work & editing time |
| 5:00 pm | Day camper check-out |
| 5:30 pm | Dinner in the dining hall (overnight & extended campers) |
| 6:30 pm | Evening elective classes & group editing time |
| 7:45 pm | Evening recreation & activities |
| 8-9:00 pm | Extended day camper check-out |
| 9:30 pm | Floor check (overnight campers get ready for bed) |
| 10:00 pm | Room check & lights out |
Education Unlimited believes in small-group, immersive learning with subject matter experts and experienced teachers. We strive to provide industry-leading instruction to all of our students and hold all staff to the highest possible standards. Staff assignments vary by program and location. Some of our recent staff members for this program include:
Joseph (Joey) , MFA. - Instructor
Joey Coalter is a filmmaker, producer, and educator who recently earned his Master of Fine Arts in Film & Television Production from the University of Southern California's School of Cinematic Arts. He also holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film & Media Production from Arizona State University.
Joey has worked in directing, producing, editing, and post-production with organizations including USC School of Cinematic Arts, Magic Bottle Entertainment, IndieWire, and The American Pavilion at the Cannes Film Festival. His experience spans the entire filmmaking process, from script development through final edit.
In addition to his industry work, Joey enjoys helping young filmmakers develop their creative voices and technical skills. His expertise includes screenwriting, directing, video editing, and production planning.
Perhaps most uniquely, Joey is an Education Unlimited alumnus himself. As a high school student, he attended the very Video Production program he now teaches and credits the experience with helping inspire his filmmaking journey. He is excited to return and mentor the next generation of student storytellers.