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Bob Jones University

Cinematic Arts

Learning the language of film

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Lights, Camera, Action! Film, video, Snapchat, Twitter and YouTube all tell a story. Learn the skills needed to tell a story in the short film form.

Explore the different roles on a set and hear from professionals. You’ll start with some classes and hands-on activities, then move to the soundstage and explore making a short film.

Bring your camera or some of your work for feedback!

Activities

  • Be a part of a film crew on an actual soundstage.
  • Learn crew positions.
  • Develop skills to enhance visual storytelling.
  • Grow spiritually through devotions and Bible challenges.
  • Final presentation in Levinson Hall at 1 p.m. Friday.

General Information

Arrival/Departure

When to Arrive

Camp check-in for all campers is on Sunday between 2–4 p.m. at the Welcome Center.

Day camp drop-off each day will be from 8–8:30 a.m. at the Welcome Center.

What to do When You Arrive

When you arrive on campus, follow the signs to the Welcome Center to check-in. Our camp counselors will give you your camp schedule and camp T-shirt. If you have a camp balance, you can take care of it at this time.

When to Depart

Day Camp pick-up each day will be from 4:30–5 p.m. in the Welcome Center. Camps generally end on Friday at noon. Check your specific camp schedule for times of final presentations, performances or concerts that may take place after noon on Friday.

Day Campers

Day campers must live in or stay with family in the immediate Greenville area.

Campers may be required to be on campus from 8:30 a.m.–9 p.m. on camp days. Check your camp schedule for specific details.

Day campers can also enjoy a fun highlight of our camp experience, the Bruins Bash, on Wednesday from 7–9 p.m.

Lunch and dinner are included in the camp cost.

What to Bring

What to Bring

Phones may be used at certain time during the week of camp depending upon activities.

A modest amount of spending money is suggested for The Den, vending machines and Bruins Shop.

Please note: BJU cannot be responsible for money, valuables or personal articles.

Overnight Campers:

  • Twin bedding or a sleeping bag and pillow
  • Toiletries
  • Towels and shower shoes
  • Bible

What to Wear

At EDUcamp, we want to create an environment that is appropriate and comfortable for all campers. In order to do this, we have a dress code that we ask all campers to abide by. Please review these guidelines to ensure that your camper's attire aligns with our camp standards:

Tops:

  • Camper may wear loose-fitting shirts.
  • Sleeveless, midriff-bearing, or tight-fitting shirts are not permitted.

Bottoms:

  • Shorts that approach the knee are acceptable.
  • Loose-fitting jeans and athletics pants are permitted.
  • Mid-thigh shorts or tight-fitting pants are not allowed.

Inappropriate Themes or Images:

  • Clothing with inappropriate themes, offensive language or explicit images is not allowed.
  • Campers should refrain from wearing attire that may be considered offensive or disrespectful to others.

Accommodations

Lunch will be served in our dining common in an all-you-can-eat buffet style. Any food concerns (allergies, diet restrictions, etc.) can be noted in the online registration form.

Camp Director

Christopher Zydowicz

Christopher Zydowicz

Christopher Zydowicz holds a master of fine arts in film production from Academy of Art University in San Francisco. He has worked in the film industry as a screenwriter, actor, director and sound mixer, though his passion is teaching and producing. He has been teaching and helping students craft their message into films for 23 years.

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