*Lakewood Young Filmmakers Academy* is a nonprofit arts organization dedicated to inspiring and empowering youth through the cinematic arts. We offer multiple programs for kids and teens to express themselves using filmmaking as the catalyst. Our students learn about filmmaking in a fun and safe environment with like-minded individuals at our Lakewood studio located on Madison Avenue. The following programs are now accepting new applicants! *8 Week Film School* This is a comprehensive film studies program *specifically designed for kids and teens ages 10-17.* Movies are an important part of our lives and more and more kids are becoming interested in how they are made. LYFA's eight week program is designed to give your child a crash course in how to create professional movies from start to finish. From screenwriting to lighting and sound, to camera work to editing, LYFA's award winning instructors will guide your child through the creative process and onto a journey of artistic expression using the cinematic arts. What’s Included? · FILM HISTORY APPRECIATION · SCREENWRITING · DIRECTING AND CINEMATOGRAPHY · EDITING Enroll today at http://www.lakewoodyfa.com/classes *Kids Summer Filmmaking Bootcamp* The Lakewood Young Filmmakers Academy Summer Camp is a two-week filmmaking boot camp in which the students will write, shoot and edit a real film from start to finish with the help of award winning industry professionals and counselors. The camp culminates in a Red Carpet Premiere of their film at The Capitol Theatre where their movie will be seen by a packed house of filmmakers, media, fans, friends and family. Space is limited for this program. Enroll TODAY to ensure that your child secures their spot in this ONE OF A KIND program not found anywhere else in northeast Ohio. Enroll Today at https://www.lakewoodyfa.com/summer-camp *Lakewood Young Filmmakers Film Festival* The Lakewood Young Filmmakers Film Festival was specifically created to inspire young filmmakers ages 7-17 to express themselves through the cinematic arts. LYFFF wants to be the national leader in promoting the work of young artists from all walks of life. Top prize is a *$5,000* filmmaking grant!! The Lakewood Young Filmmakers Film Festival is now accepting submissions in the following categories: - Feature Length (45-90 mins) Ages 7-10 - Short Film (under 45 mins) Ages 7-10 - Feature Length (45-90 mins) Ages 11-14 - Short Film (under 45 mins) Ages 11-14 - Feature Length (45-90 mins) Ages 15-17 - Short Film (under 45 mins) Ages 15-17 Submit your film at https://www.lakewoodyfa.com/filmfestival