LIGHTS, CAMERA…CUT: Wrapping up our Break With a Pro Workshops
After an action-packed year of our Break with a Pro Series, featuring everyone from directors to editors to VFX artists, we finished up with an incredible workshop from TV and film composers. This online workshop provided an energizing finale to a year of creativity and learning, a year in which students honed their skills through interactive sessions and gained invaluable advice on breaking into the film industry. Keep an eye on our website for the start of our 2024-2025 Break With a Pro Series this Fall!
FADE OUT ON: Five weeks of storytelling success
Our pilot Screenwriting Mentorship Program has concluded after five incredibly special weeks. Truthfully, nobody, including us, knew what to expect when we kicked off this online program, and what it turned into was something far more beautiful than what we could have imagined. The dedication of every single person involved–mentor and mentee–was beyond admirable, and we hope that each person was able to forge relationships and memories that will last them a long time. We’d like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the screenwriters who ignited a passion for filmmaking in these young writers. We can’t wait to see our young filmmakers’ scripts come to life on the big screen!
SHINE YOUR LIGHT: Service project + film skills = win-win!
Calling all young filmmakers! Want to gain experience, give back, and showcase your talent? Look no further than our Community Livestream volunteering! Get hands-on experience operating cameras, mixing audio, and learning live production. You’ll not only get to meet other cool youth who like filmmaking, you will also receive lots of special “swag gifts” for your time, build a killer portfolio, and network with other creative folks!
For more information, email us at info@barbaraseniorsharkinsfoundation.org.
PENCILS DOWN: Announcing the champions of our essay contest
We’re thrilled to reveal the outstanding winners of our essay competition!
First place is awarded to Marley Schall, a rising star from Altoona Area Junior High School in Pennsylvania!
Ly Mai from Leroy Martin Middle School in Raleigh, North Carolina takes home second place!
Third place honors go to Mohamed Babikier, another bright mind from Altoona Area Junior High School!
A round of applause for our fantastic Honorable Mentions: Elsa Packer from Southeast Junior High in Iowa City, Iowa, as well as Tristen McMullen and Hazzen Beegle, both representing Altoona Area Junior High School!
Your insightful writing and captivating voices impressed our judges. Keep honing your craft and expressing yourselves through the power of words!
COMING UP
JULY 31: Last day to apply for the Carla Hairston Communicate Well Scholarship
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