17/7/2024

Calling all young content creators in Cardiff! The Cardiff Youth Service digital team is thrilled to announce a unique opportunity for young people aged 11-17 to participate in a digital summer camp for the second year running.

The exciting scheme will run for seven days over a two-week period during the summer break and offer an immersive experience in digital storytelling and video production. Participants will work in small groups to develop compelling stories, record and edit their own videos, and showcase their work at a premiere show on the final day.

Programme Highlights:

• Peer led activities
• Script Writing
• Team Work
• Camera Work
• Reporting
• Editing
• Special Effects (including green screen and virtual production techniques like those used in "The Mandalorian")
• Showcase event

Youth workers from Cardiff Youth Service, along with Doug Green, an American broadcaster with over 30 years of experience, will lead the programme. The partnership between Doug and the Cardiff Youth Service has already resulted in an international exchange, with young creators from Cardiff visiting California and the Butetown Buzz winning an Outstanding Broadcasting Award at the prestigious STN contest.

Eight student volunteers from Carlsbad High School in Carlsbad, California, will join the camp as participants and mentors. These award-winning filmmakers and broadcasters will share their expertise in all aspects of moviemaking, including filming, editing, special effects, and professional video production for YouTube and social media. They are also excited to learn about Welsh culture and share insights about American culture.

The camp is supported by Cardiff and Vale College, with sessions taking place at their city centre campus on Dumballs Road. Media Cymru will deliver a workshops on virtual production, Presenter Mo Jannah will offer his skills and experiences and participants will enjoy a tour of BBC Cymru, Wales on day four.

Cabinet Member for Tackling Poverty, Equality and Supporting Young People, Cllr Peter Bradbury said:"The Cardiff Content Creators summer camp is an exciting opportunity providing young people with the chance to learn new skills and connect with other creative minds in their community.

With a focus on collaboration and communication, participants will be able to practice their storytelling and video production skills, paving the way for future creative opportunities.

"The camp is one many opportunities provided through this year's summer event programme, providing access to a wide range of provision for young people to take part in informal activity based on their needs."

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