Y-CAM Summer Programs 2026
Are you ready to join us on this filmmaking adventure? Come and experience a summer that will turn your passion into great storytelling.
"Attending the Y-CAM summer programs was a transformative experience for me! Although I was a bit unsure at first, the welcoming environment quickly put my nerves at ease. I learned so much about filmmaking, from storytelling to hands-on production. The mentorship was invaluable, and working alongside other passionate creators truly fueled my excitement. I’m incredibly proud of the short film we made together and can’t recommend this program enough for anyone eager to dive into the world of film!"
— Jayshawn Lester, 2025 Y-CAM High School Coordinator
Monday, June 29
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Friday, July 31, 2026
Animation Program
This immersive five-week summer course lets young creators (ages 12-17) explore the art of storytelling through motion — whether in 2D, stop-motion or clay-animation. You’ll start by learning the fundamentals of keyframes, timing and movement, build your own characters and sets, then bring them to life with hands-on production.
Throughout the course, you will collaborate in small teams, receive mentorship from working animators, and culminate with a final screening of your original short-form animations.
Monday, June 29
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Friday, July 31, 2026
Filmmaking Program
Open to high school students (ages 14-18), this five-week intensive will guide you through the full film-production pipeline: from concept and script, to shooting and post-production. In this course, you wll form production teams, experiment with camera and sound techniques, editing methods, and finish with a public screening of your short film. Whether you’re just discovering the power of the lens or aiming to polish your storytelling chops, this course gives you the tools and community to bring your vision into focus.
Monday, June 29
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Friday, July 31, 2026