“On Location” Summer Camp 2025
Enrollment is Open
Plotline “On Location” at the Missouri State University is a filmmaking camp for students, ages 11-17.
New as well as experienced filmmakers will learn and refine their skills as they produce original shorts while filmming on location at Missouri State Campus. Strong Hall will be our home base. A map with pick up and drop off instructions will be sent out prior to the beginning of camp.
We will also get a very special tour of KSMU radio station and Ozarks Public Television studio!
Students can expect hands on learning experiences and creative collaboration with classmates and instructors.
Camp is Mondays – Fridays, 9am – 1pm, 7/28 – 8/8.
Morning snacks, beverages & lunch provided by Tropical Smoothie Cafe are included each day!
Tuition is $550 which can be paid in installments if you prefer for a small but extra processing fee.
Need a scholarship? Apply here asap and at least one week before camp begins.
Week One – Review & Refine
- Cinematic Camera Shots
- Controlling Light & Shadows
- Video and Editing on Action
- Acting Above & Beyond
- Screenwriting and 3 Act Structure in Short Film
Week Two – Production
- We put our skills into action as we film our original films!
- We’ll close out the week working on our final edits
After camp is concluded we will screen our short films for friends and family! Date TBD.
Students will need
- A computer (Chromebook, PC, or Mac) with charging cable.
- Corded headphones or earbuds.
- Access to an email address different from a public or private schools for using our video editing and screenwriting programs. Can belong to a parent.