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▌ Arts · Ages 14–18

SFFILM Youth Filmmakers Camp - Advanced Lab

University of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA · $650/week · ★ 4.5 (230 reviews)

Advanced filmmaking lab for experienced youth filmmakers to develop complex projects.

▌ Editor's read The SFFILM Youth Filmmakers Camp website loads successfully, detailing various filmmaking programs for different age groups. The Advanced Lab is designed for ages 14-18, focusing on advanced techniques. SFFILM is a non-profit organization, as indicated by their mission statement and 'About Us' section. The camp is a day program, with no overnight options mentioned. While the website does not explicitly state staff-to-camper ratios or mention background checks for staff, it emphasizes learning from 'filmmaking professionals.' Google reviews for 'SFFILM' generally show a positive sentiment, with an average rating of 4.6 stars from over 100 reviews, often praising the quality of events and educational programs. The camp is not accredited by the ACA. Social media handles for SFFILM are @sffilm on Instagram and 'sffilm' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 14–18

SFFILM Youth Filmmakers Camp - Advanced Lab serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in arts, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Arts
  • Ages: 14–18
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Address: University of San Francisco, 2130 Fulton St, San Francisco, CA 94117, USA
  • Phone: 415-561-5000
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD, $1300 for 2 weeks ($1250 for members)

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: indoor

Frequently asked about SFFILM Youth Filmmakers Camp - Advanced Lab

What ages does SFFILM Youth Filmmakers Camp - Advanced Lab accept?
SFFILM Youth Filmmakers Camp - Advanced Lab is open to children ages 14–18. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does SFFILM Youth Filmmakers Camp - Advanced Lab cost?
SFFILM Youth Filmmakers Camp - Advanced Lab publishes $650/week for the standard session. USD, $1300 for 2 weeks ($1250 for members) Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are SFFILM Youth Filmmakers Camp - Advanced Lab's hours?
SFFILM Youth Filmmakers Camp - Advanced Lab runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs SFFILM Youth Filmmakers Camp - Advanced Lab?
SFFILM Youth Filmmakers Camp - Advanced Lab is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does SFFILM Youth Filmmakers Camp - Advanced Lab provide lunch?
SFFILM Youth Filmmakers Camp - Advanced Lab does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does SFFILM Youth Filmmakers Camp - Advanced Lab compare to other arts camps in San Francisco?
SFFILM Youth Filmmakers Camp - Advanced Lab is one of 16 arts camps in San Francisco that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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