Fix It In Pre
2023-06-20 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
A salon style conversation on shared experiences working in film (the joys and challenges of production) and collective dreams for change.

Join an in-person salon discussing our collective experiences working in film, be it navigating challenging producers to being in creative flow on set, and envision changes we want to see shift in the film industry.
T﻿his conversation will generate and culminate in a collaborative zine reflecting our shared experiences and dreams.
Facilitators
Anna Rosa, filmmaker, media theorist and activist
Jules Retzlaff, otherwise known as Cereal For The Kids, is a born and raised, queer San Franciscan experimental multimedia-maker and activist. We are both members of Surge Media Collective, an up and coming Bay Area based media, art, and education focused collective.
Please note: If you have any access or support requirements in order to participate fully, please email Isa at isanakazawa@bavc.org.
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BAVC Media is a community hub and resource for media makers in the Bay Area and across the country, serving several thousand freelancers, filmmakers, job-seekers, activists, and artists every year.
BAVC Media provides access to media making technology, storytelling workshops, a diverse and engaged community of makers and producers, services and resources.

Reel Stories Filmmaking Boot Camp
2023-07-31 09:00 - 2023-08-04 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Learn how to make your first movie in just 5 days! Summer Camp for girls and gender-expansive youth ages 11-15.

Program Overview
This summer is Reel Stories’ 10 year anniversary! For 10 years, Reel Stories has worked to close the gender gap in the film industry. At Reel Stories, young women and gender-expansive youth learn the craft of filmmaking, sharpen their media literacy, make industry connections, and create films that represent themselves and inspire others. Join us this summer to share your stories, your audience is waiting!
This summer we are evolving the original 5 day filmmaking bootcamp. 10 years ago, we changed the filmmaking landscape with our first one week filmmaking program – We have updated this program for 2023! Boot Camp is for girls and gender expansive youth ages 11-15, who are new to filmmaking – no experience required!
The Reel Stories Boot Camp is the perfect opportunity for students looking to get their first introduction to the world of movie-making. In this 5 day camp, students will write, film, and edit their own movies using easy to access technology that they can use at home to continue their filmmaking journey.
Boot Camp will conclude with a film festival at a local Bay Area theater where students screen their films for friends and family. After camp ends, Reel Stories staff submit camp films to festivals throughout the year. Reel Stories films have shown at film festivals such as: The Mill Valley Film Festival, POWfest, All-American High School Film Festival, Bay Area International Children’s Festival, Coven Film Festival, and many, many others.
Program Details
WHEN: July 31st – August 4th, 2023, 9:00am-2:00pm (with an optional media hour from 2-3pm see FAQ for more information)
WHERE: Oakstop, 1721 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612
WHO: Young women and gender expansive youth ages 11-15
FILM FESTIVAL DATE: August 5th
Financial Aid and Scholarships:
No filmmaker is ever turned away due to lack of funds. If you need financial assistance for this program, please email GracePatterson@bavc.org to start a discussion about the options available for your student. We offer pay-what-you-can sliding scale tuition and do not require proof of income. Applying for financial aid will not affect your chances of getting into our camp and we encourage you to ask for assistance if you need it. Visit this link to learn more about the process of applying for Financial Aid or Scholarships.

FAQ:
What is your COVID-19 safety policy?
All participants and staff will be expected to wear a face mask in all circumstances except when actively eating,drinking, or acting in a film. All participants are asked to be vaccinated against COVID-19, with the exception for students who are unable to get vaccinated due to medical conditions or religion. Any students who are not vaccinated will be required to get tested for COVID-19 and receive negative test results within 48 hours of the first day of camp (June 10th, 2023). All staff members are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. There will be face masks, hand sanitizer, and rapid COVID-19 tests available for all students and staff.
What is your refund policy?
You can also cancel your enrollment up to two weeks before the camp session you signed up for starts for a full refund, minus a $50 registration fee. If you need to cancel less than two weeks before your session of camp starts, and do not choose to swap to another session, we will not be able to issue you a refund.
What are the learning outcomes and skills gained from attending Reel Stories Boot Camp?
Campers will learn media literacy tools to aid them in viewing the media they see every day with a critical eye.
Campers will learn about story structure and write their own short scripts using the industry standard for AV scripts (Audio Visual scripts). During production, campers will have workshops on camera framing and storytelling through cinematography techniques. We will be filming using iPad minis and iMovie. Students will have the opinion to use microphones to record audio, but as this is an introductory class we urge campers to use their storytellings skills to “show not tell” and use limited dialogue on screen!
Campers will finish their films in iMovie and have the opportunity to learn the basics of Stop-Motion for their movie titles using mobile apps.
In addition to our technical training, campers gain experience with public speaking, pitching, and giving constructive criticism throughout the filmmaking process and at our final film festival.
What is the optional media hour at the end of camp?
Boot Camp will officially end at 2pm each day, but we wanted to offer an option for campers to stay until 3pm to match regular school pick up and drop off times and make it easier for their parents and guardians to pick them up.
During the optional media hour, a Reel Stories instructor will play curated short films and facilitate group discussions about the storytelling and filmmaking methods used.

Who is Reel Stories?
Reel Stories is an Oakland-based program that seeks to close the gender gap in media by training, mentoring, and supporting the next generation of empowered filmmakers. Reel Stories is part of BAVC Media, a community hub and resource for media makers in the Bay Area and across the country, serving over 7,500 freelancers, filmmakers, job-seekers, activists, and artists every year.
For more information about Camp Reel Stories, feel free to visit our FAQ section on our website.
For general questions, please email the Reel Stories Program Manager, Yasaman Ford, at YasamanFord@Bavc.org

SF Commons Playback Lab Orientation
2024-09-26 16:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-31 16:00 - 17:00, 2024-11-21 16:00 - 17:00 UTC | Ninth Street Independent Film Center, 145 9th Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103, United States
Join SF Commons and BAVC Preservation staff for a 1-hour orientation to the Playback Lab. Participants will bring personal tapes for inspection, and learn how to use the digitization station.
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DaVinci Resolve: Color Correction class
2024-09-28 10:00 - 18:00 UTC | Ninth Street Independent Film Center, 145 9th Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103, United States
Learn the fundamentals of color correction and color grading in this 2-day intensive class led by colorist Diana Cordero Gamboa.
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Aesthetics of Editing class w/ Ken Schneider
2024-10-05 10:00 - 18:00 UTC | Ninth Street Independent Film Center, 145 9th Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103, United States
Learn the craft of documentary filmmaking in this 1-day class with Peabody award-winning director/producer/editor Ken Schneider!
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Video Production: Intro class w/ Jes Rowe
2024-10-05 10:00 - 18:00 UTC | Ninth Street Independent Film Center, 145 9th Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103, United States
Learn the basics of video production (shooting, audio, lighting) in one intensive weekend! All skill levels are welcome.
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After Effects: Intro w/ Doug Garth Williams
2024-10-09 13:00 - 16:30, 2024-10-10 13:00 - 16:30, 2024-10-16 13:00 - 16:30, 2024-10-17 13:00 - 16:30 UTC | Ninth Street Independent Film Center, 145 9th Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103, United States
Create captivating visual effects for video, television, and the web in this virtual class, led by effects artist Doug Garth Williams.
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Premiere Pro: Intro w/ Jonathan Parra
2024-10-12 10:00 - 18:00 UTC | Ninth Street Independent Film Center, 145 9th Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103, United States
Learn high-end video editing with Adobe Premiere Pro‎. This 2-day introductory course will give you the basics you need to begin creating better video content right away.
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Audio for Video Production class w/ Stan Ng
2024-10-19 10:00 - 18:00 UTC | Ninth Street Independent Film Center, 145 9th Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103, United States
This 1-day class provides hands-on training in the basic techniques of recording sound for the camera.
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Cinematography: Lighting class w/ Vatsala Goel
2024-10-26 10:00 - 18:00 UTC | Ninth Street Independent Film Center, 145 9th Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103, United States
In this comprehensive 1-day workshop, learn how to use industry gear and equipment, assess and read light, create the correct mood for the scene, and interface with other roles on set.
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2025 BAVC MediaMaker Fellowship Applications Open
2024-10-30 - 2024-12-09 | CA
Applications are open for the 2025 BAVC MediaMaker Fellowship. 8 Directors working on their first or second feature documentary will be selected. Apply today! Application closes on December 9.
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Reel Stories Exploring Audio: Introduction to Foley (Workshop 1 of 3)
2024-11-02 13:00 - 16:00 UTC | Oakstop, 1721 Broadway #201, Oakland, CA, 94612, United States
What is the art of Foley and how can it be used to enhance the story of your narrative, documentary, or animated film? Discover the art of creating and recording sound effects for film.
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Reel Stories Exploring Audio: Storytelling with Score (Workshop 2 of 3)
2024-11-09 13:00 - 16:00 UTC | Oakstop, 1721 Broadway #201, Oakland, CA, 94612, United States
Explore how to use score to enhance your storytelling in narrative and documentary films, and enhance your critical thinking skills when listening to scores in films you watch every day!
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FLOWERS & FRAMES: Flower Arrangement & Video Walk @ Saint Flora
2024-11-09 15:00 - 17:30 UTC | Saint Flora, 209 Jackson Street, San Francisco, CA, 94111, United States
A brief talk will introduce participants to the creative inspiration behind combining floral artistry with video installation concepts. Participants will then create personal floral arrangements under the guidance of Tosha Stimage at her new storefront in downtown San Francisco. After the floral session, participants will embark on a “golden hour” video/photo walk around downtown SF.
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Audio Post-production class w/ Stan Ng
2024-11-16 10:00 - 18:00 UTC | Ninth Street Independent Film Center, 145 9th Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103, United States
This 1-day class covers basic workflow techniques of audio post-production for film and commercial productions. Learn the art of audio clean-up and restoration using tools within Adobe Premiere and Adobe Audition.
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Reel Stories Exploring Audio: Audio Post Production (Workshop 3 of 3)
2024-11-16 13:00 - 16:00 UTC | Oakstop, 1721 Broadway #201, Oakland, CA, 94612, United States
What is the importance of Audio Post-Production and what are the tools used in Audio Post-Production? Learn the basic editing techniques for dialogue and practice editing an audio for a short project.
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Advanced Training: Aesthetics of Editing class
2024-11-17 10:00 - 18:00 UTC | Ninth Street Independent Film Center, 145 9th Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103, United States
In this film editing class, we will leave software and hardware behind and focus on the art and craft of cutting. You’ll explore well known concepts used by Hollywood movie makers, independent film and videomakers and storytellers the world over. Examples will be drawn from narrative and documentary films as well as from music videos, commercials and experimental films.
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StoryScroll: Share your Life Story with AI Tools (Workshop 1 of 2)
2024-11-19 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | CA
In this Versed workshop, you’ll be guided by StoryScroll (formerly Dragon Delusion), a custom AI tool that helps you visually tell your story. In partnership with Gray Area.
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StoryScroll: Share your Life Story with AI Tools (Workshop 2 of 2)
2024-11-21 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | CA
In this workshop, you’ll be guided by StoryScroll (formerly Dragon Delusion), a custom AI tool that helps you visually tell your story. In partnership with Gray Area.
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Advanced Training - After Effects: Intro (Part 1/4)
2024-12-04 12:00 - 12:44 UTC | Virtual
Learn Adobe After Effects from expert instructors Doug Garth Williams. BAVC’s After Effects: Introduction is an online, immersive class for beginners. You’ll learn to apply the motion graphics skills of today’s leading animators and visual effects creators to your own media and web projects.
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2024 BAVC MediaMaker Fellowship Pitch and Party
2024-12-04 18:00 - 21:30 UTC | David Brower Center, 2150 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA, 94704, United States
We will be bringing together filmmakers, alumni, industry, and BAVC community members together for an exclusive preview of 8 outstanding documentaries in progress.
For those who can join us in Berkeley, a party will follow complete with food, drinks, and live music! Or stream the pitch live from anywhere in the world.
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Advanced Training - After Effects: Intro (Part 2/4)
2024-12-05 12:00 - 12:44 UTC | Virtual

Advanced Training - Premiere Pro: Intro (Part 1/2)
2024-12-07 10:00 - 18:00, 2024-12-07 12:47 - 2024-12-08 12:47 UTC | Ninth Street Independent Film Center, 145 9th Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103, United States
Adobe Premiere Pro has come a long way in the past few years. With its seamless integration with the other tools in the Adobe Creative Cloud suite it’s become a go-to platform for everyone from hobbyists to feature film editors and everything in between. This introductory course will give you the basics you need to begin creating better video content right away!
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Advanced Training - Video Production: Intro class
2024-12-07 10:00 - 18:00 UTC | Ninth Street Independent Film Center, 145 9th Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103, United States
Are you seeking to become more skilled with video? Whether you’re a curious cinephile, or simply want to learn how to shoot video, our Video Production: Intro class will teach you the foundations of producing your own video content. This 2-day intensive workshop brings you the best tips, tricks and know-how in a 14-hour intensive training course.
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