Take Part in an Innovative Summer Media Program at Barrytown College
This summer, Barrytown College is looking to do something new—to share the vision and stories of a rapidly changing world through digital media and inspired story-telling. On July 7, 2014, the college will begin the second year of its on-campus Summer Media Institute with the theme “Direct the Change.” Under the guidance of experienced educators and media professionals, students will learn to use the power of documentary truth-telling to create a variety of inspirational and educational videos.
The Plan
From July 7 to August 1, 2014, Summer Media Institute students will learn writing, directing, cinematography and editing techniques while working together in teams to create their own documentaries.
“Direct the Change” media projects will explore such themes as the emerging conversations between science and spirituality, what brain research tells us about what it means to be human, male/female differences, what truly makes people successful and happy, and how culture has been used as a means of distraction and control, but also as a tool of enlightenment and liberation. While sharing new information, documentaries also will reveal how there is little that is more powerful and life-changing than truthful statements from “non-experts.”
Video Production Experience
The Barrytown College Summer Media Institute is designed to introduce the art, aesthetics and techniques of non-fiction filmmaking.
Through teams consisting of four to five participants and the creation of one or two video stories per group, students will engage in every phase of filmmaking: storyboarding, directing, shooting and editing on Final Cut Pro. The goal is to nurture the talents, skills and development of all participants, incorporating the perspectives that each brings. The program will conclude with an open screening of all videos produced and posting on our media Web sites.
The Summer Media Institute can be taken as a continuing education course or for academic credit (federal loans and financial aid are available for qualified U.S. residents who are enrolled at an accredited institution of higher education).
- Residential Media Program, $1,299 (includes on-campus room and board)
- Commuter Media Program, $499 (for those who live within commuting distance)
Enrolled at a college? You can take this for academic credits.
- Residential Media Program with 3 academic credits, $2,799.
- Commuter Media Program with 3 academic credits, $1,499.
If you have any questions concerning video production during the program, please contact Peter van Geldern at peter.vangeldern@gmail.com.
What You Can Do
We encourage anyone to apply who is interested in crafting media to tell stories about our changing world.
Application forms for the Direct the Change program may be downloaded HERE and must be submitted to Alban Gaval at directthechange@barrytown.uts.edu by June 10.
Applicants will be informed regarding acceptance into the program by June 15.
Please direct any program and logistical questions to: Alban Gaval at directthechange@barrytown.uts.edu.
The Team at Barrytown College looks forward to working with you soon!