Edify CINEMA Summer Camp

In partnership with the Beaufort Digital Corridor, Edify presents its CINEMA (Change Inspired by Narratives, Entrepreneurship, & Media Arts) Program as a five-day immersive Summer Camp experience where students (ages 12–15) explore the intersection of storytelling, film production, and digital technology. Hosted at the Beaufort Digital Corridor, students will work hands-on with professional gear, learn from creatives in the field, and create short films that reflect their perspectives and dreams. Each day builds on the last, starting with the basics of storytelling and ending with a finale film showcase. The camp combines workshops, collaborative learning, and studio production into one powerful journey.

About the Instructor

Jamie Fleming is the founder and CEO of Edify, a company that creates immersive learning experiences through the integration of augmented reality (AR) and film. With a background in creative strategy and storytelling, Jamie develops visual narratives that amplify the missions of nonprofits, museums, and cultural institutions. He leads a multidisciplinary team in producing high-quality content, overseeing every stage from scripting and directing to cinematography and post-production. Under his leadership, Edify brings history and culture to life through AR, transforming how people learn and engage with meaningful stories. Jamie’s commitment to innovation and collaboration continues to position Edify at the forefront of immersive education.

Camp Details

Ages: 12–15

Droff-off & Pick-up Schedule:

• Drop-off: 8:45–9:00 AM
• Program: 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
• Pickup: 3:00 PM

Week's Schedule:

• Monday–Thursday, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM 
• Friday Morning, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
• Friday Night, 7:00–8:00 PM - Student Film Premiere Night: Doors open at 6:45 PM.
  

Lunch: Campers will need to bring their own lunch and snacks for each day of camp.

Agenda

Day 1: Discover the Storyteller Within - June 9th 

Theme: "Who Am I? Where I’m From. What I See."

• Morning Kickoff + Icebreakers
• Intro to Edify & the Beaufort Digital Corridor
• Workshop: Storytelling 101 — Finding your voice
• Activity: Write and pitch a personal story or message
• Introduction to the 3-act structure
• Students form teams and brainstorm film ideas
Goal: Establish team dynamics and story concepts. Spark confidence in youth voices.

Day 2: Lights, Camera, Learn - June 10th

Theme: "Tools of the Trade"
• Recap & Daily Inspiration Video
• Camera Basics with Netflix-approved gear
• Hands-on lighting workshop: how light tells emotion
• Sound design intro: mics, ambient noise, and clarity
• Breakout groups: film tests and practice interviews
Goal: Students become comfortable with professional-grade gear and start visualizing their
story on screen.

Day 3: Production Day - Shoot It! - June 11th

Theme: "Direct Action"
• Morning Mindset: Being a Director and Leader on Set
• Group setups: roles assigned (director, camera, sound, etc.)
• On-location and indoor filming sessions (guided)
• End-of-day peer review of raw footage
Goal: Capture all visual and audio assets needed for the final film.

Day 4: Edit + Elevate - June 12th

Theme: "Crafting the Final Cut"
• Workshop: Editing fundamentals (Davinci Resolve)
• Hands-on editing time with support from mentors
• Intro to motion graphics & color grading
• Sound editing and music layering
• Create title cards and credits
Goal: Complete a polished short film that’s ready to share.

Day 5: Premiere & Celebrate - June 13th (Half-day & Evening Film Premiere)

Theme: "Your Story. Your Screen."
• Morning: Final touch-ups and feedback loops
• Evening: EDIFY SUMMER FILM FESTIVAL (Invite parents, peers, mentors)
• Red carpet photo ops and awards (Best Story, Best Cinematography, etc.)
• Youth Certificates
• Closing remarks from Edify & the Corridor

• Student film premiere night- Show starts at 7:00 PM, doors open at 6:45 PM

Goal: Celebrate student creativity and build confidence through public presentation.

📋 View our printable Summer Camp Agenda.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Will campers need to pack lunch and snacks? Yes, each camper will need to bring his/her own lunch and snacks for each day of camp.
• Does my child need to bring camera equipment or a laptop? Camera equipment will be provided by the instructor. Each student should bring his/her laptop computer. Our limited number of rental laptops are reserved for Financial Aid students.
• Where do I park? We will provide parking passes for the Carteret Lot in front of BASEcamp. Free parking is available along Carteret St. where permitted.
• Where do I enter the building? Please use the entrance that directly faces the Carteret Parking Lot. After entering the building, head upstairs to our Landing Pad Hargray Conference Room for class.
• How do I sign in? Upon entering the classroom, please show our Program Manager, Angela Coxe, your digital ticket to check in. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
• Can parents stay for class? To encourage a unique learning environment, we encourage parents to drop off students.
• How can I contact the instructor? If you need to directly get in contact with Jamie Fleming, please send an email to our Program Manager, Angela Coxe, at angela@beaufortdigital.com.
• How does pick-up work? As students are not allowed to wait outside for pick-up, we require parents to come inside BASEcamp to pick up students.