Welcome!
We empower the next generation of
independent-minded thinkers by helping
students learn the language of visual storytelling.
Our range of classes gives learners the tools to feel
confident in expressing their point of view, and
applying that to writing, filming & editing practice.
Join our family of mavericks &
explore core filmmaking crafts
PERFORMING & WRITING
to improve communication
& develop public speaking
DIRECTING & FILMING
to build leadership &
decision-making abilities
EDITING & SCREENINGS
to turn mistakes into op-
portunities & thrive as a team
The Learning Centre
Filmmaking 101 Class
Sunday
BST 6:30-7:55pm • EST 1:30-2:55pm
Ages 8-12
£ 10 • $€ 12
Zoom
Content Creation Camp
Monday-Thursday School Holidays
BST 9am-12:45pm
Ages 13-16
£ 180
Twickenham Film Studios
Scriptwriting Class
Monday
BST 6:30-7:55pm • EST 1:30-2:55pm
Ages 8-12
£ 10 • $€ 12
Zoom
Filmmaking Camp
As above and: 4 x Sundays monthly
BST 12:45-6:15pm • EST 7:45am-1:15pm
Ages 8-12
£ 180 • $€ 225
Zoom
Taster Session
Tuesday
BST 6:15-7pm • EST 1:15-2pm
All Ages
FREE
Facebook Live
On-Demand Classes
Self Paced, 10 hours total
Advised 2 hours per week
Ages 10+
£ 150 • $€ 185
Private YouTube Channel
Mavericks Blog
Weekly articles curated by
CineMavericks tutors to
provide film resources that kids
and parents can enjoy together.
Contributions welcome!
Filmmaker's Centre
A safe online space where
Mavericks alumni can share &
interact with fellow filmmakers
in order to continue learning with
this global comunity,
Film Channel
Our public CineMavericks
YouTube channel features films
by students, and hosts our
in-class film festival screenings
at the end of each camp.
WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY:
Beacon High student,
London
It was a delightful class. It was fun to create films together!
Hoxton Hall student,
London
We can all work together to get it done, and have fun along the way!
SF Friends School student, San Fransisco
The class was very interesting and the teachers were amazing!
Birkbeck University
of London student
Thank you so much for the class. It was so much fun and I can't wait for the next one!
We teach in schools & universities such as Beacon High School, Birkbeck University of London, and Hoxton Hall during half term, inset days, or after-school workshops.
We have partnered with brands such as NERF to provide a content creation event where 100+ kids performed, filmed, & edited YouTube videos featuring NERF products!
About our
classes:
Our Courses
Our flagship Filmmaking 101 Class introduces studetns to the whole filmmaking process, from writing to filming to editing. Students can practice along with their devices.
Our Screenwriting Class digs deep into writing for film. Students usually come with a story idea in mind, and we explore how to turn that into a screenplay.
Our Content Creation Camp is for the future YouTuber, vlogger, or someone obsessed with visual media. Students make videos and master the art of creating thought-provoking content.
In our Filmmaking Camp, students make their very own short film at home, and collaborate with kids from around the globe to make it happen!
Our On-Demand Classes are the same filmmaking camp, but recorded so that students can follow along at their own pace and make their movie at home.
Free Taster Session
This is a free session open to students & parents alike. If you're not sure if CineMavericks is right for your child, or if you want to meet the staff, this is an open-session where we can answer any questions from our community. Feel free to drop in and we'll go over key course materials!
What activities will students participate in?
Our classes are a mix of theory discussions, interactive games, independent thinking, & hands on practice! Online, we create a true virtual film set environment, where kids can collaborate with others from around the globe!
What do they need to prep before class?
A smartphone, tablet, or camera with enough space to
record video. We suggest downloading iMovie for Macs or
Premiere Rush for PC/Android if they don't already use an app.
How advanced are the classes?
Students don't need any prior filmmaking experience, but classes are designed to support more tech-savvy learners. We demystify the filmmaking process to make it accessible for people of all backgrounds & levels.
Who are the instructors?
CineMavericks was founded by NYU Film graduate Flavia Casà. Her mission is to help young people craft their unique points of view and expand their imaginations through film. Instructors are a mix of industry professionals, educators, community builders, and creative facilators.
How can parents support their child during the course?
Guardians are encouraged to share which soft skill they'd like their child to improve upon & we'll personalise sessions where possible. For the weekly camps, friends & family are invited to watch the students' finished films!
The Mavericks HUB
Founder Flavia Casà curates weekly content for families
to enjoy together, centered around storytelling.
From films & cinematography, to cooking & poetry,
Flavia blogs about what inspires her and what she
learns from in her career as a writer/director.
If students enjoyed our courses and
want to further their filmmaking
experience, they are welcome to:
BECOME A MEMBER
and keep learning with a
community of likeminded creators!
