Acting
Develop confidence, performance skills, and experience working in front of the camera.
Arts & Electives
Film & TV Production
At Jackson Day School, our Film & TV Production program gives Middle and High School students a hands-on, real-world experience in the creative and technical sides of filmmaking. Students learn by doing—writing scripts, acting, directing, working with professional equipment, and producing original films.
Learn the Art—and the Work—Behind the Camera
Explore multiple areas of film and television production.
Scriptwriting
Learn to develop ideas and write scripts using professional scriptwriting tools.
TV & Film Production
Gain hands-on experience with film equipment, production procedures, and film-set etiquette.
Directing
Learn how to guide actors, organize scenes, communicate a creative vision, and take on greater responsibility during productions.
From an Idea to the Big Screen
Students Don’t Just Study Film. They Make It.- Write original scripts
- Cast actors
- Produce short films
- Create commercials
- Develop student film projects
- Take on production roles
- Learn film-set procedures
- Present finished work
As students advance through the program, projects become more challenging and students take on increasing levels of responsibility, independence, and leadership.
Learn the Production Process
From Concept to Premiere.Students are introduced to the nine key phases of film production and experience turning an idea into a project. They develop a creative idea, film it, and bring a finished product to the big screen.
- Development & Idea
- Pre-Production
- Scriptwriting
- Casting
- Planning & Scheduling
- Production (Filming)
- Post-Production (Editing)
- Marketing & Promotion
- Distribution & Premiere
Real-World Skills. Real Experience.
More Than a Class. A Launchpad.- Hands-On Training
Learn by actively participating in productions.
- Industry Practices
Work with real equipment, set etiquette, and production expectations.
- Creative Confidence
Develop ideas and learn to communicate them through film.
- Responsibility & Independence
Take on increasing roles as skills develop.
- Collaboration
Work with writers, actors, and production teams.
- Leadership
Develop directing, decision-making, communication, and organizational skills.
Beyond the Classroom
Film Becomes an Experience.Film Club
Auditions
Film Festivals
Film Premieres
Awards Ceremonies
Internship Opportunities
The Premiere Experience
From the Classroom to the Theater.Student work culminates in opportunities to present films to fellow filmmakers, families, the school community, and other guests in a movie-theater setting. Students experience the excitement of seeing their work on the big screen and celebrating the collaborative effort required to bring a production to completion.
Annual Film Awards
Between productions, students participate in their own film awards ceremony—complete with photographs, autographs, and celebration of student achievement.
Upcoming Premiere
April 14, 2027
April 14, 2027
Meet the Instructor
Mr. Keith
Film & TV ProductionMr. Keith leads Middle and High School students through a hands-on production experience designed to build confidence, creativity, technical skills, responsibility, and real-world filmmaking experience.
Your Story. Your Vision. Your Production.
More than a school. A place to belong.