Future Program

Film & Video

Cinematography, Editing & Visual Storytelling for Screen

Coming 2026

Bring Your Stories to Life on Screen

When The Hope Center opens, our Video Production program will teach youth the art of visual storytelling, from concept to final cut, using professional cameras, lighting, and editing software.

What Students Will Learn

  • Camera operation and cinematography
  • Lighting techniques and set design
  • Video editing (Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve)
  • Scriptwriting and storyboarding
  • Directing and shot composition
  • Color grading and visual effects
  • Motion graphics and titles
  • Audio for video production
  • Documentary and narrative filmmaking
  • YouTube and social media video creation

Career Pathways

  • Videographer
  • Editor
  • Director
  • Cinematographer
  • Camera Operator
  • Content Creator
  • Colorist
  • Production Assistant
  • Documentary Filmmaker
  • Music Educator

Equipment Students Will Use

The Hope Center will feature a fully-equipped professional film and video production studio with industry-standard gear.

Cameras & Lenses

  • • Professional cinema cameras (Blackmagic, Sony)
  • • DSLR and mirrorless cameras
  • • Cinema lenses and zoom lenses
  • • Gimbals and stabilization equipment

Editing Software

  • • Adobe Premiere Pro CC
  • • DaVinci Resolve Studio
  • • Final Cut Pro X
  • • Adobe After Effects for VFX

Lighting Equipment

  • • LED panel lights and softboxes
  • • Aputure and Godox lighting kits
  • • Light stands and C-stands
  • • Reflectors and diffusers

Audio & Accessories

  • • Shotgun and lavalier microphones
  • • Audio recorders (Zoom, Tascam)
  • • Boom poles and shock mounts
  • • Tripods, sliders, and dollies

Planned Program Structure

When we open, students will progress through comprehensive levels designed to build mastery.

Level 1: Foundations

8 weeks

Students will learn camera basics, shot composition, lighting fundamentals, and complete their first short film project.

Level 2: Intermediate

12 weeks

Advanced cinematography, narrative storytelling, color grading techniques, and building a diverse video portfolio.

Level 3: Advanced

12 weeks

Professional film production, industry mentorship, portfolio completion, and preparation for film careers or film school.

Envisioned Studio Spaces

These images represent the professional environment we're building for youth.

Music Production Studio

Recording Studio

Professional-grade recording space with acoustic treatment

Audio Engineering Equipment

Mixing Suite

Industry-standard equipment for mixing and mastering

Music Production Workspace

Production Workstations

Individual spaces for beat-making and composition

Help Us Build This Music Program

Your sponsorship will provide instruments, equipment, software, and mentorship that transform aspiring musicians into professional producers.

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