CT Story Labs Film Camp '26

July 27-31 • Mon-Fri • 9:00am– 3:00pm EST • Ages 15+

Hosted by: Wilton High School | 395 Danbury Rd Wilton, CT 06897

Make A Short Film In 1 Week

Save $500 | Sign Up by June 30th

From idea to final screening, students will write, shoot, edit, and premiere their own short film — all in one week.

  • For students ages 15+

  • No experience required.

  • Fairfield County Area

Guided by working filmmakers and educators, students learn by doing — collaborating in small teams to bring a single complete film to life from start to finish.

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Save $500. Expires Soon

No experience needed. No equipment required.

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Led by professional filmmakers with experience in film, television, and live production.

This Isn’t a Film Class

Most programs teach filmmaking.

This one puts students inside it.

Over five days, they don’t just learn about writing, shooting, and editing — they actually do it, working together to create a complete short film from start to finish.

  • 🎬 Leave with a finished film — and an IMDB credit.

  • 🤝 Work as a team on a real set.

  • 🎥 Hands-on from day one — no lectures.

  • 🏆 Submitted to a local CT festival on behalf of the cohort

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How the Week Works

Not a vague idea. Not a pile of notes.
A clear, finsihed film -- written, shot and edited.

Over five days, students will move through the full filmmaking process — from initial concept to completed project — and leave with a film they can be proud of.

By Friday, every group will have collaborated on a completed short film from start to finish.

Hands On. Deep Learning. Great Fun.

Who This Is For (and NOT For)

This Isn’t a Film Class. It's Collaborative Filmmaking

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If your student is excited to create, collaborate, and try something new, they’ll fit right in.

What They'll Walk Away With

Not just a great week — something real to show for it.

This is the kind of experience students can reference in college applications, portfolios, and future creative work.

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Why Parents Feel Good About This

  • 🧑‍🏫 Guided by Working Filmmakers + Educators

    • Students are mentored by experienced professionals — on set and in the classroom.

  • 🛠️ Structured, Start-to-Finish Experience

    • Each day builds toward a clear outcome — a completed film.

  • 🤝 Small Group Collaboration

    • Students learn teamwork, with guidance and support at every stage.

  • 🎯 Real Skills, Not Just Exposure

    • They don’t just try filmmaking — they actively do it.

  • 🧠 Builds Confidence & Follow-Through

    • Students learn how to take an idea and bring it to completion.

  • 🎬 Safe, Supportive Creative Environment

    • A focused space where students are encouraged to participate and contribute.

This isn’t just a creative outlet — it’s a structured experience that builds real-world skills.

Learn From Filmmakers

Who Actually Do This Work

This isn’t theory.
You’re learning from a team that actively writes, shoots, edits, and distributes their own work — and understands what it takes to actually get a film made.

Our Team

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Brian
Writer | Director

Brian has worked as a cinematographer with Adam Lambert and The Pussycat Dolls, and as a script consultant for writers at HBO, USA, TBS, and ABC. His focus is helping filmmakers turn ideas into finished films. He is also a licensed therapist and advocate.

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Tyler
Director | Editor

Tyler is an award-winning director and editor who has turned his passion for storytelling into a career. A guest lecturer at Sacred Heart University, he has also worked across commercial and digital media and helps students understand how to shape a film.

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Allie
Producer | Educator

Allie has worked in higher ed for 5 years teaching advanced filmmaking. She specializes in pre-production, logistics, and distribution strategy ensuring that projects move from concept to completion with clarity and a plan for reaching an audience.

Together, the team brings real-world filmmaking experience into a structured, supportive environment for students.

What It's Like To Work With Us

A few reflections from students and collaborators

“Brian has a way of breaking things down so the process actually feels doable. What used to feel overwhelming started to feel clear.”

— Former Film Student

“Working on set didn’t feel like being thrown in — it felt like being guided through the process while actually doing it.”

— #FareLife Crew Member

“They don’t just talk about filmmaking — they’re actively doing it, and that changes how they teach.”

— Parent

“I came in unsure where to start and left with a real sense of direction. That alone made a huge difference.”

— Former Student

This camp experience is built the same way we work — practical, collaborative, and focused on getting something real made.

What’s Included

Everything students need to go from idea to finished film.

5 full days of guided filmmaking (Mon–Fri, 9–3)

Hands-on instruction across writing, shooting, and editing

Collaborative production experience in small teams

All equipment and production support provided

Final group screening at the end of the week

Local film festival submission in CT

Limited to a small group to ensure hands-on experience for every student.

Join the Experience

was: $1497

Today: $997

For a Limited Time. (Until June 30th)

A complete, start-to-finish filmmaking experience in one focused week.

Save My Spot

If your plans change, you can request a full refund up to 7 days before the camp begins.

FAQs

  • Do students need any prior experience?

    • No. This program is designed for beginners as well as students with some experience. Everything is taught through hands-on participation.

  • Do students need to bring any equipment?

    • No. All equipment and production support are provided.

  • What should students bring each day?

    • A bag lunch. Beyond that, just themselves, a willingness to participate, and anything they’d like to use for ideas or inspiration. More details will be shared after registration.

  • Will students be working alone or in groups?

    • Students will work in small teams throughout the week. Filmmaking is a collaborative process, and everyone will have a vital role.

  • What is the student-to-instructor ratio?

    • We keep groups intentionally small to ensure each student receives guidance and hands-on experience.

  • What happens on the final day?

    • Students will complete their film and participate in a group screening where everyone gets to watch the finished projects together.

  • Will students receive a copy of their film?

    • Yes. Students will have access to the completed film after the program.

  • Is there an opportunity to submit the film to festivals?

    • Yes. Story Labs will submit the film on behalf of the students to a local CT film festival for possible inclusion.

  • What is the refund policy?

    • Refunds are available up to 7 days before the program begins.

  • Is this a supervised environment?

    • Yes. Students are guided and supervised by the Story Labs team throughout the entire program.

  • What if I still have questions?

    • We've got you covered. Email us at hello@FareLifeSeries.com or call/text us at ‪(203) 293-0242‬

CT Story Labs Film Camp 2026

Make A Short Movie

One week. One team. One finished film.

Spots are limited to keep the experience hands-on and collaborative.

July 27-31 • Mon-Fri • 9:00am– 3:00pm EST • Ages 15+