Students create a short personal film (2–5 minutes) using photos, video clips, an interview, and
voiceover narration. The focus is storytelling, not technical perfection.
Who this course is for:
Anyone who wants to record their life experience for friends and family .
By the end, students will:
Tell a simple personal story using images and sound
Write and record a voiceover
Record an interview
Edit a short film using accessible software
Share their work with confidence - the final session is a screening with invited family and
friends
Introduction & Story Ideas
Start gathering photos/videos (phone, old albums, social media)
How does story function
Building visual stories from existing photos and videos
Interview Skills & Filming
Writing the Voiceover
What’s left out is as important as what’s put in
Editing Basics
We currently have no dates for this course but you can still register your interest by filling out the form below:
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