Your Vision. Your Film. Your Moment on Screen.

Filmmaking

A 16-week hands-on filmmaking course for ages 12+

learn to write, direct, shoot, and edit your own film at JDS Studio in Temecula.

In-Person · Temecula, CA · All Abilities Welcome · Scholarships Available

About the Class

Program: Filmmaking

Season: Fall 2026

Day & Time: Thursdays, 5:30 – 7:00 PM

Dates: August 27 – December 17, 2026

Where: JDS Studio, Temecula, CA

Ages: 12+, All Abilities Welcome

Tuition: $500 + $48 registration fee

Payment Plan: $125/month (4 payments)

Scholarships: Available — apply after registration

Lights. Camera. You're the Director.

Every great filmmaker started exactly where you are right now — with a story, a camera, and the drive to create something real. This 16-week immersive course gives you the full picture, from writing your script to seeing your finished film on screen.

Led by award-winning independent filmmaker Pryde Pierce, this hands-on course covers every stage of production: cinematography, directing, screenwriting, editing, sound design, and the business of film. You'll work with professional equipment, collaborate with fellow creatives, and finish the semester with a film you wrote, directed, shot, and edited — screened live at our Winter Showcase premiere.

Whether you dream of film school, a career in media, or just want to tell your story — this course gives you the tools to make it happen.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

  • Storytelling & Screenwriting — Write compelling scripts and develop strong, original narratives

  • Cinematography & Camera Work — Master framing, composition, and lighting to capture stunning visuals

  • Directing & Acting for Film — Learn to bring performances to life in front of the camera

  • Editing & Post-Production — Cut, refine, and enhance your footage with industry-standard techniques

  • Production Planning — Understand budgeting, scheduling, and managing a professional set

  • Sound Design & Special Effects — Explore how audio, music, and effects elevate your storytelling

WHY TAKE THIS CLASS

  • Hands-On Learning — Work on real projects using professional-grade equipment

  • Collaborate & Create — Partner with passionate filmmakers and actors to bring your vision to life

  • Showcase Your Work — See your film screened at our year-end Winter Showcase premiere

  • Industry Insights — Learn directly from an award-winning filmmaker with professional credits

  • Build a Portfolio — Essential for students applying to film programs or starting a career in media

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Pryde Pierce: award-winning independent filmmaker

Pryde Pierce is an award-winning independent filmmaker, actor, and videographer whose credits span Shakespeare productions, Fortune 500 corporate work, and feature film. His short film Hemorrhage screened at the Directors Guild of America during the 48 Film Festival, where he won Best Actor. Most recently, he worked on Shriver starring Michael Shannon and Kate Hudson, and appeared in the Sundance selection Pleasure by Ninja Thyberg.

Pryde has taught digital filmmaking to underserved students through the nonprofit LJR Arts Academy, sits on the Board of Directors for Full Circle Players theater company in Riverside, and serves on the Advisory Board for the film program at San Bernardino Valley College. He brings both the technical precision and the real-world experience every aspiring filmmaker needs.

Class Schedule

Fall 2026 Dates

Thursdays, 5:30 – 7:00 PM

Classes begin Thursday, August 27, 2026 and meet on the following dates:

  • August: 27

  • September: 3, 10, 17, 24

  • October: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

  • November: 5, 12, 19 (No class Thanksgiving week — Nov. 26)

  • December: 3, 10, 17

Winter Showcase: December 18–20, 2026 Filmmaking students will premiere their original work alongside Scriptwriting, Musical Theater, and Backstage Production at our year-end celebration!

TUITION & PAYMENT

We offer flexible payment options and scholarship assistance to help make participation possible for every student.

Tuition: $500 + $48 registration fee

Payment Plan: $125/month for 4 months — no extra cost, just easier on the budget.

Scholarships: Available to all who apply. Complete the scholarship application after completing your registration.

Your Film is Waiting to Be Made

Limited spots available. Reserve yours before they're gone.

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