A Digital Story is a powerful Media and Digital Literacy activity, created by weaving digital photographs, video, voice, text and music into a digital video project. Participants will get the chance to reflect on the self and identity.

This personal narrative documentary workshop provides an easily-accessible opportunity to reflect on your own strengths, culture, responsibilities, and dreams for your future.

For ages 13-18. Returning film makers who participated last summer are welcome! Presented by Hands On Media.

Each participant will need: One iPad, laptop, Chromebook or desktop computer.

• Monday: Pre-Production: Brainstorming ideas, Storyboarding our narration.
• Wednesday: Production: Photography Composition, collecting elements we need.
• Friday: Post-Production: Recording our voice, using iMovie to edit, adding sound & titles.

Registration required. Registrants will receive an additional email with the Zoom link ahead of the program. 

This program is also available at the St-Laurent branch: Digital Storytelling – 3-day series

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