Filmmaking Spring 2026

Plotline is always reviewing and adjusting our programs to best serve our developing creatives. New to 2026, our Intro to Filmmaking program will engage younger creatives and Film Production is for the older teens with a keen interest in film production.

Intro to Filmmaking (Ages 9 -13)

This is a hands-on collaborative class geared at new and developing film and media makers. We’ll explore what is a story and why it’s important in film. Students will learn camera operation, video editing and work together to produce short form films with an emphasis on experimentation and fun.  13 year olds are allowed in this or the teens class depending on whichever is a better fit for their maturity level.

Film Production (Ages 13- 18)

This is a hands on collaborative filmmaking class for new and returning students looking to explore a deeper level of cinematic storytelling. From examples of the masters to our own original story pitches; students will take the journey from creative idea to writing and then producing one longer form film during the semester. During the journey, they will gain experience in acting, screenwriting, directing, sound recording, video editing and movie poster design. 13 year olds are allowed in this or the younger class depending on whichever is a better fit for their maturity level.

Our programs teach and reinforce…

• Creative problem solving
• Tech and written word Literacy
• Original Storytelling
• Team Building
• Leadership
• Follow Through

We screen the student films created during our program theatrically at our Student Film Showcase on May 30^th, 2026 at the Historic Fox Theatre.

Classes are on Tuesdays from 2/3/2026- 5/12/2026. 

*Note – No class on 3/17 & 4/7.

Location: The Creamery Arts Center – 411 N Sherman Pkwy, Springfield, MO 65802

Each class is 90 minutes long. 

Teens class is 6:40-8:10pm

Tuition 

Intro to Filmmaking is $290 for the whole semester class which can be paid in four installments of $75. Each class is 90 minutes long. That fee also includes access to the video editing and screenwriting software we will be using.

Film Production is $380 for the whole semester class which can be paid in four installments of $97. Each class is 90 minutes long. That fee also includes access to the video editing and screenwriting software we will be using.

Scholarships are available for families that qualify! Click here to apply now.

Please read our Filmclass Policy.

Questions? Email, call or text us at (417) 986-3286.

Students will need

• Headphones or Earbuds with a wired connection for monitoring camera audio and for video editing.
• A computer (Chromebook, PC, or Mac) with a Charging Cable.
• Access to an email address different from a public or private schools for using our video editing and screenwriting programs. Can belong to a parent or guardian.  

Pick up/drop off information will be emailed out before the beginning of the first class.

Please note: Student films produced in class are to be PG rated.  We avoid graphic violence or potentially offensive content in our student films. Any disparaging comments or depictions regarding Gender, Politics, Race, Religion and Sexual Identity are prohibited.