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Intro to Filmmaking

March 14, 21, 22 & 28, 2026

10 AM - 1 PM

Instructor: Karolina Krym

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This hands-on workshop provides artists with camera, audio, and lighting basics from pre- to post-production..

Overview

Intro to Filmmaking is a 4-part introductory workshop for artists who are interested in learning how to work with video. This hands-on workshop provides artists with camera, audio, and lighting basics from pre- to post-production.

Under the guidance of filmmaker Karolina Krym, participants will gain experience handling equipment, learn how to set up for a video shoot, and complete exercises to simulate various shooting conditions and situations. Participants will work together in small groups to produce a short video. Topics include: pre-production, scripts and storyboards basics, camera basics, shooting techniques, lighting techniques, cinematography basics, audio production basics, and an introduction to video editing with DaVinci Resolve.

This is an in-person workshop offered at Digital Arts Resource Centre (67 Nicholas St, Ottawa) and the DARC Soundstage.

Target Audience

Independent filmmakers, media artists, producers, scriptwriters, or anyone new to video production looking to learn more about the filmmaking process from pre to post production.

Schedule

Session 1: Saturday, March 14, 10am-1pm

Session 2: Saturday, March 21, 10am-1pm

Session 3: Sunday, March 22, 10am-1pm

Session 4: Saturday, March 28, 10am-1pm

Participants will need access to:

All filmmaking equipment and software will be provided by DARC.

(Optional) Personal laptop with DaVinci Resolve 19 (download here).

Any additional materials will be sent in advance via email.

Please Note: Desktop computers will be provided for participants to use for video editing but you may bring your own laptop if you prefer.

Workshop time will not permit the instructor to troubleshoot hardware or software issues on your laptop.

Instructor

Karolina Krym

Karolina Krym is a graduate of the Film & Media Production program at Algonquin College. While studying at Algonquin College, Karolina directed and produced the documentary Ottawa is a Drag, which premiered on PBS in December 2022 and was subsequently purchased for streaming on CBC Gem (as a part of the program Ottawa Reel Shorts). Since graduating, she has worked as 2nd AD on the Digi60 film Vintage, and as assistant to director Bryan Bertino for Paramount Pictures’ Vicious. Karolina has also been teaching courses at DARC for the last three years.

With a background in environmental science, Karolina hopes to put her analytical skills to use and become a 1st AD on film and television sets across Canada. Ultimately, her goal is to promote a fun, safe, inclusive, and efficient work environment, hopefully focusing on projects that uplift the voices of women(+) and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Accessibility 

All doors at DARC have accessibility buttons to press for automatic entry. DARC is located on the main floor (one story above ground) of the Arts Court building. DARC’s main entrance is located at 67 Nicholas Street which is fully wheelchair accessible. Alternate wheelchair-accessible entry is available through 2 Daly Ave at the Arts Court main entrance or the Ottawa Art Gallery. Elevator access is available from 9AM – 11PM.

DARC staff are available and happy to assist with all inquiries and requests regarding physical access.

We also welcome inquiries, feedback, and resources regarding accessibility and accessibility improvement by phone (613.238.7648 x. 6) or by email at access@digitalartsresourcecentre.ca.

Visit https://digitalartsresourcecentre.ca/access/ for information on how to get to DARC, language barriers, fragrance policy, and access to programming.

Cancellation Policy 

DARC is unable to guarantee refunds if a cancellation request is made less than five business days before a workshop. DARC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule courses if necessary and will refund the registration fee to participants if a workshop is cancelled or if a participant is unable to attend a rescheduled workshop. Workshop fees are non-transferable.

To ensure a dynamic and engaging learning experience a workshop must be at least half full to be offered.DARC is unable to provide course attendee refunds for cancellations.

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About DARC's Workshops

Digital Arts Resource Centre (DARC) provides training in a varied range of disciplines related to filmmaking and media art while making a dedicated effort to create a pathway to an intersectional education. We aspire to be a platform for creative support and community building through active participation and exchange of knowledge. Our workshops and courses explore the ways in which technical and conceptual frameworks can be used as tools to improve your creative practice. DARC’s educational offerings are open to members and the general public engaged in the creation of non-commercial, independent productions and work.

Who Is Eligible to Register for Workshops?

Workshops are open to Digital Arts Resource Centre members and the general public engaged in the creation of non-commercial, independent productions and work (Non-commercial, independent productions are productions for which the director retains copyright and artistic control, and for which the production is neither being produced for a client nor for the purpose of advertising or promotion).

Who Is Ineligible to Register for Workshops?

Digital Arts Resource Centre does not offer our workshops to persons employed by any government body or any major corporation if the resources are being used to facilitate benefit for one’s employer or for corporate professional development within one of these kinds of organizations. Our workshops are heavily subsidized as they are available only for independent artists/learners who cannot typically afford to take corporate rate workshops. You can find non-subsidized workshops from our friends at SPAO or Henry’s.

Workshop Pricing

A reduced or waived fee is available if workshop fees present a financial barrier. We understand that everyone’s situation is different. When registering for workshops, we ask that you honestly examine your privilege (i.e. education, generational wealth, parental or community support, partnership status, and other circumstances that may provide a safety net when financial setbacks occur). For more information please email us.

Accessibility

All doors at DARC have accessibility buttons to press for automatic entry. DARC is located on the main floor (one story above ground) of the Arts Court building. DARC’s main entrance is located at 67 Nicholas Street which is fully wheelchair accessible. Alternate wheelchair-accessible entry is available through 2 Daly Ave at the Arts Court main entrance or the Ottawa Art Gallery. Elevator access is available from 9AM – 11PM.

DARC staff are available and happy to assist with all inquiries and requests regarding physical access. We also welcome inquiry, feedback, and resources regarding accessibility and accessibility improvement by phone (613.238.7648 x. 6) or by email at access@digitalartsresourcecentre.ca.

Cancellation and Refund Policy

DARC is unable to guarantee refunds if a cancellation request is made less than five business days before a workshop. DARC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule courses if necessary and will refund the registration fee to participants if a workshop is cancelled or if a participant is unable to attend a rescheduled workshop. Workshop fees are non-transferable.

 

To ensure a dynamic and engaging learning experience a workshop must be at least half full to be offered.