UWSP Filmmakers' Camp
June 29 - July 3 and July 13 - July 17, 2026
UW-Stevens Point Campus
Camps, Fine Arts

Filmmakers Camp​

​UWSP ​Filmmakers' Camp

Monday, June 29, 2026 - Friday, July 3, 2026​

Ages: 8 - 12

Monday, July 13 - Friday, July 17, 2026

Ages: 13 - 17

UW-Stevens Point Campus​​​​​ - CAC

​Registration Closes March 23rd 

​​​​​Details

​Calling all young storytellers and movie fans! The UWSP Media Studies department invites curious and creative minds for a four and a half​-day-long camp on the art of filmmaking. With the guidance of experienced Media Studies professors and local filmmakers, campers will explore every step of the filmmaking process—from brainstorming ideas and writing scripts to shooting scenes and editing their own short films. Participants will learn basic media analysis, camera techniques, and sound design, and even have the chance to experiment with special effects and the magic of editing. Through engaging activities, teamwork, and creativity, campers will gain confidence as both filmmakers and storytellers. The week will culminate in a film festival, where families can watch the campers' creations on the big screen. No prior experience needed—just bring your imagination and get ready to make movie magic!​​​

Detailed camp information for registrants is sent to your email from: uwspce-youth@uwsp.edu​  ​

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Instructor Bios
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Cary Elza

Cary Elza is Associate Professor of Media Studies at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, where she teaches courses on screenwriting, film and media analysis, history, and genre. She received her Ph.D. from Northwestern, where her research focused on early cinematic adaptations of Alice in Wonderland in the context of technological and social change. Her publications include articles and chapters on children’s and teen media, science fiction and fantasy series, new media and fandom, and early animation.

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Kevin Obsatz

Kevin Obsatz is an Assistant Professor of Media Studies at UWSP. He has been a filmmaker for over 20 years, and has made fictional films, documentaries and experimental films that have screened at film festivals around the world. He has an MFA from the University of Minnesota, and a BA from USC Film School in Los Angeles.




 

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Aubin Sprecher

Aubin Sprecher graduated from UWSP with a BA in Media Studies in 2020. Currently, he is Video Production Assistant & Program Leader at Boys & Girls Club of Portage County. For several years, he has also been the director of Filmmakers' Club, an after-school program that teaches kids video production skills. He also runs a successful comedy YouTube channel, TikTok, and Instagram under the name Friendly Squirrel, and is working on his first book of comic strips.​





Camp Schedule

Day 1: Introduction to filmmaking, brainstorming, and storytelling

Day 2: Scriptwriting, storyboarding, and filming begins.

Day 3: More filming & introduction to editing

Day 4: Final edits and film posters 

Day 5​​: Half Day -​ showcase preparation and camp film festival

***Film Showing will be the Friday of the camp week, (July 3rd and July 17th) at 11:30 am in CAC Rm 333.***

Daily Schedule Example Monday - Thursday

  • 9:00: Arrivals, free play
  • 9:15: Morning meeting time
  • 10:00: Movement activity
  • 10:30: Film analysis activity
  • 12-1:00: Lunch and free play/movement activity
  • 1:00: Imagination activity
  • 2:00: Movement activity; snack
  • 3:00: Production activity
  • 3:30-4: Free play and wind-down/movement activity
  • 4:00: Pickup​​​​

Schedule Example Friday

  • 9:00: Arrivals, free play
  • 9:15: Morning meeting time
  • Finalize films and create film posters
  • 11:30: Family viewing of films​​


For additional parent information on check-in times, what to bring, and more, check the email box that you listed in CampDoc. Emails will come from: uwspce-youth@uwsp.edu

Camp Specifics

  • ​​Please register​ with an email that you check often for camp updates.

  • Lunch is included in the camp registration fee.

  • You may bring your own snacks.​​​

  • This is a day camp; no over night stays in dorms.

Registration
         
 2026 Registration is open 

Additional parent information regarding check-in times, what to bring, and more, will be sent to the email that you listed in CampDoc. Emails will come from: uwspce-youth@uwsp.edu​​


Registration Fee:  $350 - includes daily lunch, camp instruction, and use of UWSP filmmaking equipment.
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Register prior to February 26th and get a $25 discount. Use promo coupon code:  PRIORITY$25

​​​​Ages 8 - 12                                                       Ages 13 - 17 


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  • Camp insurance may be purchased through CampDoc​
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Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. 

Please contact Continuing Education at 715-346-3838 or uwspceweb@uwsp.edu.​​


Scholarship Information
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See here for Scholarship Information​​

Cancellation Policy

​Youth Camps:

If cancellation occurs 42 days or more before the camp start date, registration costs (minus credit card fees) will be refunded.

If cancellation occurs 14–41 days before the camp start date, 50% of registration costs (minus credit card fees) will be refunded.

If cancellation occurs less than 14 days before the camp start date, registration costs are non-refundable.

What to Bring
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- Refillable waterbottle
- Small Bag
- Afternoon snack
- Filmmaking props for your group if needed
- Campers are responsible for any items brought to camp 
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General UWSP Camp FAQ
​​See here for General Camp FAQ

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Camp Sponsors


If you would like to collaborate with us and sponsor this camp, pelase email us at uwspce-youth@uwsp.edu
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CE Contact Information

For assistance with registration, please email Customer Service at uwspceweb@uwsp.edu or call 715-346-3838.

For camp information, please email the program manager at uwspce-youth@uwsp.edu.​​

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