for high school girls

INTENSIVE FILMMAKING PROGRAMS

one of a kind

mission driven

summer

camp

summer 2022 scholarships provided by:

Wilmington Regional Film Commission™

The Film Partnership of North Carolina™

GLOW Academy

"high level of instruction"

"exceeded all expectations"

"completely blown away"

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Giving girls the tools, education ​and confidence they need to ​tell their stories,

build community and

pursue and interest in film.

Curriculum Basis

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Learn the art of ​storytelling and write ​your own screenplay

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Participate in unique ​and challenging ​filmmaking workshops

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Host a table-read and ​direct seasoned actors ​and a professional crew

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After the edit, screen ​your own short film ​during a mini festival

hosted by

Honey Head Films

a social enterprise and award winning production company empowering our next generation of female filmmakers

TESTIMONIALS

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from the parents

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Peter S.


"We were completely blown away by

the high level of instruction, mentoring ​that Kristi, Sam and Erika provided ​these girls. To go from concept to ​completed short in 2 weeks while ​helping each girl find their own voice ​exceeded all expectations for what a ​program like this could achieve."


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from the cast

Hannah E.

"The material and the operation of the ​entire camp was top notch. As an ​actress I was incredibly moved by the ​scripts the girls wrote. True, heart felt ​and impactful stories that were ​carefully crafted and executed. The ​guidance and skill they provided I know ​is invaluable to these campers."


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Mila M.


from the campers

"Shoot Like A Girl has deepened my ​passion for filmmaking. To be taught ​by women, work alongside women and ​shoot my film with women...just being ​in the atmosphere with Honey Head I ​felt comfortable and empowered. ​Because of this experience I have the ​tools to continue."


CAMP INSTRUCTORS

Sam McLeod

Lead Instructor +

Program DIRE​CTOR

Always striving for empowerment inside and outside of the classroom, Sam developed the curriculum for Shoot Like A Girl Film Camp™ with her students in mind. As a former high school teacher, Sam specialized in project based learning and curriculum design. Now the Production Coordinator at Honey Head Films, she expertly manages projects from concept to post. Sam's background in both education and film ensures a well-rounded and successful experience for all students.

A multifaceted and self-taught filmmaker with a passion for character-driven stories, Erika is a visionary ready to lead the next generation of female filmmakers and guide them through all aspects of production.

A co-founder of Honey Head Films, Erika has completed dozens of projects holding a variety of key roles including writer, director, cinematographer and editor. Her technical aptitude and passion for creative writing will surely enlighten and inspire students.

Erika Ar​lee

Screenwriting + ​Cinematography Advisor

Kristi Ray

Directing, Acting +

Producing Advisor

An award-winning actress and producer, Kristi Ray received a full scholarship to Lee Strasberg in NYC to study performing arts. She later co-founded Honey Head Films - on a mission to level the playing field for underrepresented work. Her passion for team building creates a unique capacity to recognize the strengths and goals of every student. With over 30 narrative films under her belt, she is eager to share her expertise with the next generation of female filmmakers.

ACquire Soft Skills

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Work directly under advisors ​in a small, female cohort

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Hear from inspiring, female ​guest speakers in the industry ​

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Gain creative confidence and ​hands-on experince

mission

shoot like a girl Film camp™

giving girls the education, tools, and confidence to tell their stories, build a community, and pursue an interest in film



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Lift up a generation of

strong female storytellers


and open the door for a future​

of powerful, culture-shifting ​narratives

Our

vision

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PILLARS

(1) a challenging, fast-paced, project-based curriculum

that is designed specifically for the young, female storyteller


(2) a curated community of inspiring female filmmakers

who serve as mentors for the girls throughout their experience




connect ​with us

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sh​oot us an email

hello@shootlikeagirl.info

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co​nnect with our girl-power team

@honeyheadfilms

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view our current creative port​folio

ho​neyheadfilms.com

Phone

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91​9-924-8513

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