Youth Camps
KMVT Community Television in Mountain View offers Studio Production and Claymation camps for middle school students ages 10-14. Camps are 1-week long and held every winter break, spring break and summer. Register for a fun and hands-on camp that gets you behind the scenes!
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To secure a spot in our youth camps, payment can be made in the following ways:
- Paypal or credit card after you register
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By cash, check or credit card in person at our station
**Classes may be subject to cancellation based on the number of participants registered.**
Youth Camp Waiting List:
If a class is full, you may call or email us to be put on a waiting list. We will notify you if a spot opens up.
Summer 2013
Claymation
Cost: $325
Students ages 10-14
Students will learn Clay Animation using the same stop-motion techniques of the Wallace & Gromit films,Chicken Run and your other favorite Claymation movies. Collaborating in small groups, students will conceptualize, mold, animate and edit a Claymation final project. Camp held at KMVT studio. (Bring a sack lunch & drink!) Click here to Register
M-F |
10:00am – 4:00pm |
6/10 - 6/14 |
5 Spots Available |
M-F |
10:00am – 4:00pm |
6/17 - 6/21 |
5 Spots Available |
M-F |
10:00am – 4:00pm |
6/24 - 6/28 |
2 Spots Available |
M-F |
10:00am – 4:00pm |
7/8 - 7/12 |
5 Spots Available |
M-F |
10:00am – 4:00pm |
7/15 - 7/19 |
5 Spots Available |
M-F |
10:00am – 4:00pm |
7/22 - 7/26 |
5 Spots Available |
M-F |
10:00am – 4:00pm |
7/29 -8/2 |
5 Spots Available |
M-F |
10:00am – 4:00pm |
8/5 - 8/9 |
1 Spot Available |
M-F |
10:00am – 4:00pm |
8/12 - 8/16 |
5 Spots Available |
Intro to Studio Production
Cost: $325
Students ages 10-14
Our one-week Intro to Studio Production Camp sessions introduce youth to media production through hands-on experience. Students will use KMVT’s industry-standard professional studio equipment to gain basic skills in screenwriting, storyboarding, camera work, lighting, directing, sound design, acting, and editing. By the end of the week, students will produce an entire production, which will be broadcast on cable Channel KMVT15! Students will each receive a DVD copy of the program they produce. The TV station will provide all equipment. (Bring a sack lunch & drink!) Click here to Register
M-F |
10:00am – 4:00pm |
6/10 - 6/14 |
Sorry, Class is Full |
M-F |
10:00am – 4:00pm |
6/17 - 6/21 |
Sorry, Class is Full |
M-F |
10:00am – 4:00pm |
6/24 - 6/28 |
Sorry, Class is Full |
M-W |
10:00am – 4:00pm |
7/1 - 7/3 (No 4th/5th) $210 |
10 Spots Available |
M-F |
10:00am – 4:00pm |
7/15 - 7/19 |
Sorry, Class is Full |
M-F |
10:00am – 4:00pm |
7/22 - 7/26 |
Sorry, Class is Full |
M-F |
10:00am – 4:00pm |
8/5 - 8/9 |
Sorry, Class is Full |
M-F |
10:00am – 4:00pm |
8/12 - 8/16 |
Sorry, Class is Full |
Advanced Studio Production
Cost: $340
Students ages 10-14
Prerequisite: Intro to Studio Production
Advanced Studio Production brings youth in-depth into television and video production. Students will use KMVT’s industry-standard professional studio and equipment to further their skills in screenwriting, storyboarding, camera work, lighting, directing, sound design, acting, and editing. By the end of the week, students will produce an entire production, which will be broadcast on cable Channel KMVT15! Students will each receive a DVD copy of the program they produce. The TV station will provide all equipment. (Bring a sack lunch & drink!) Click here to Register
If a class is full, you may call or email us to be put on a waiting list
M-F |
10:00am – 4:00pm |
7/8 - 7/12 |
Sorry, Class is Full |
M-F |
10:00am – 4:00pm |
7/29 - 8/2 |
Sorry, Class is Full |
M-F |
10:00am – 4:00pm |
8/12 - 8/16 |
8 Spots Available |
PLEASE NOTE: Cancellation Policy
If you wish to change camp sessions or need to cancel at least two weeks before camp, KMVT will withhold a $50.00 administrative fee. If cancellation occurs less than two weeks prior to the start of the camp, KMVT will retain all of the camp fee. Reservations for classes are not final until payment is secured.
We reserve the right to cancel a session if enrollment is insufficient. In this instance, any fees paid will be refunded in full.
Parent Testimonials:
I feel this is a great opportunity for kids to be able to experience real TV. My daughter was very happy and engaged. She really came home talking about what she did and the kids she met.
- Denice Everham, parent
Thank you for providing the teamwork environment for our children to learn teamwork skills and attitude.
- Paul Yeh, parent
My daughter’s learning experience was great. She really enjoyed learning the ins and outs of TV broadcasting.
-Elaine Lowitz, parent
This course exceeded our expectations.
-parent
Student Testimonials:
I liked being able to use all the professional-quality equipment and having to shoot in a studio with a green screen.
-Alex, KMVT Student
I loved that this camp was very hands-on. I learned how to switch camera angles at the touch of a button.
-Luke, KMVT student
I learned what really goes on and how to do shots and how to work backstage.
-Elise, KMVT student
I loved being on camera and learning about all the things like the audio board. I liked everything about this camp.
-Andrea, KMVT student
[Our instructor] Bobby was hilarious and sooo nice with all of us!! He was awesome!!!
-KMVT student
[Our instructor] Bobby was really nice and made us comfortable as well as giving us freedom.
-Alex, KMVT Student
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