July 6 - 11, 2025 | Springfield, Missouri
Sunday - Friday: $695
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Roll Camera.
Teachers as Crew
Teacher as student. That's the philosophy behind our hands-on approach. And that's what sets our workshop apart in the world of professional development. Come ready to work and fail and improve. It's what you expect of your students back home, and it's the result hundreds of teachers have seen after a week's worth of hands-on assignments at our workshops.
How to Teach Film
Recharge your batteries with engaging sessions that range in topic from shooting basics to classroom management and organization. ASB senior staffers and film professionals will leave you with a greater understanding of the craft and fresh ideas to incorporate in your classroom.
Community
One of the most valuable aspects of our workshops is being around, learning from, and commiserating with other storytelling teachers from around the country. New teachers will learn from the victories and mistakes of the veterans. Veteran teachers will be energized by new workflows and fresh ideas.
2025 Schedule
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Sunday
6:00pm: Orientation Dinner, First Session at Shewmaker
8:30PM Wrap
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Monday
8:45 am: Doors open
9:00am: 3 Act Structure, Story and Theme
10:00am: Screenwriting Basics
10:45-12:00pm: Mise-en-scene
12:00pm: Lunch
12:00-2:00pm: Assignment #1
2:15-2:45pm: Critique Assignment #1
3:00-5:00pm: Assignment #2
5:00pm: Wrap Shoot at TBD
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Tuesday
8:45 am: Doors open
9:00am: Review/Critique
9:30-10:00am: Rules of visual storytelling
10:15-10:30am: Storyboarding
10:30-12:30pm: Assignment #3
12:30pm: Lunch
12:30-1:00pm: Critique
1:15-2:00pm: From Script to Plan
2:00-2:30pm: Assignment #4: The Big Shoot (write, breakdown, storyboard)
2:30-4:30pm: Write and Work on Film
5:00-6:00pm: Big Shoot Brainstorm with teams/Producers
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Wednesday
8:45 am: Doors open
9:00-11:00am: Rules, Roles, On-Set Demo, Sound
11:30am-12:00pm: Assignment #4: Q&A
12:00-12:30pm: Lunch
1:00-7:00pm: Actors Arrive/Shoot Film Off Site/Shoot in Springfield Area
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Thursday
8:45 am: Doors open
9:00-9:30am: Post Production Tips
9:30am-12:00pm: The Big Shoot Edit!
12:00pm: Working Lunch
12:00-4:45pm: The Big Shoot Edit!
5:00-6:00pm: In the Can Wrap Party
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Friday
8:45am: Doors open
9:00-10:00am: Donuts and Debrief
10:15-10:30am: Film Assignment Ideas for your Classroom
10:30-10:45am: Festivals: submitting and attending
10:45am-11:00am: Film Theory Resources
12:00-12:30pm: Lunch - Pizza House
1:00-2:00pm: It's Screening Time!
2:00pm: That's a Wrap!
Teacher Reviews
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The biggest take away from the workshop I got, other than a number of cool assignments I used the very next semester, was how stressful it was to write, produce, and edit something in a short amount of time. It put us in the shoes our students wear, and it was sometimes nerve wracking. I loved every minute of it. It changed my perspective a little, and made me appreciate what the students go through. It was nice to reverse roles. I think every teacher should do that once in a while. You end up appreciating the student's perspective a little more as a result.
Wade Williams, Santa Clarita, CA
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This workshop completely changed the way that teach my Documentary & Filmmaking course. I walked away with so many fresh and helpful ideas. I keep hoping for a level 2 or returners course. I would be the first to sign up. So often, when you attend PD, you come away with one or two small things that you will use. This was so different. I use something that I learned in the workshop nearly every day. The only downside is that my students are sick of hearing me talk about what an amazing experience it was.
Cheyenne LaViolette | Richland, WA
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"The ASB Film workshop is chock full of hands-on filming exercises that put the teacher in the student seat! We had a blast producing films with teachers from across the country. My favorite project had us working with professional actors for our film!"
Elaine McDonald | Lee’s Summit, MO
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The first-ever ASB Film Workshop in 2021 was a game changer! Josh, Mehl, and the film workshop team presented a curriculum that was engaging and informative. I used every single lesson plan. It is so gratifying to hear your 8th grade film student say to another 8th grader at the STN Convention, "Do you know the Kuleshov Effect?" Bravo, ASB Film Workshop! I am so grateful. Please keep sharing the great ideas and lesson plans. I love it!
Dina Treibel | Encinitas, CA
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The ASB Film Workshop helped me get the ball rolling on our school's very own film program. I definitely recommend this workshop to learn the skills your students need to know for the film industry.
Matthew Bowman | Searcy, AR
Workshop Details
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The first session begins at 6PM on Sunday, July 7th.
No equipment is needed the first night (other than a laptop or notebook).
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Camcorder, any size, and your media (cards or tape)
Tripod, external microphone and headphones
Your own laptop and editing software.
We can provide field equipment for those who can not bring their own, but it is always best to use the same gear your kids use. We can provide tripods for everyone to make air travel a little easier.
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Attendees must provide their own lodging and transportation. Below are a list of nearby hotels. There are also many AirBNBs in the area. Springfield has Uber, Lyft, and multiple car rental companies. Lunch is provided each day at the workshop.
The workshop is hosted at Central High School in Springfield, MO.
Nearby Hotel Recommendations:
Culture: Small artsy boutique hotel above a coffee shop.
Tru by Hilton: Basic Business Hotel
University Plaza Hotel: Basic Business Hotel
Vandivort: Swanky Downtown Hotel
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Optional graduate credit is available through Drury University. Teachers may enroll for up to two credits. Tuition is paid directly to the university, and may be taken care of during the week of the workshop.
Drury also offers an entire Master’s degree built around attending the ASB Workshop at the beginning and end of the degree program, with all other courses taken online.
For more information, click here.
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During the day we provide snacks regularly, and we always have hot coffee and cold water on tap. Lunch is catered in each day.
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6:00pm: Orientation Dinner, First Session
8:30PM Wrap
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8:45 am: Doors open
9:00am: 3 Act Structure, Story and Theme
10:00am: Screenwriting Basics
10:45-12:00pm: Mise-en-scene
12:00pm: Lunch
12:00-2:00pm: Assignment #1
2:15-2:45pm: Critique Assignment #1
3:00-5:00pm: Assignment #2
5:00pm: Wrap Shoot at Hold Fast
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8:45 am: Doors open
9:00am: Review/Critique
9:30-10:00am: Rules of visual storytelling
10:15-10:30am: Storyboarding
10:30-12:30pm: Assignment #3
12:30pm: Lunch
12:30-1:00pm: Critique
1:15-2:00pm: From Script to Plan
2:00-2:30pm: Assignment #4: The Big Shoot (write, breakdown, storyboard)
2:30-4:30pm: Write and Work on Film
5:00-6:00pm: Tie and Timber for Big Shoot Brainstorm with teams/Producers
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8:45 am: Doors open
9:00-11:00am: Rules, Roles, On-Set Demo, Sound
11:30am-12:00pm: Assignment #4: Q&A
12:00-12:30pm: Lunch
1:00-7:00pm: Actors Arrive/Shoot Film Off Site/Shoot in Springfield Area
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8:45 am: Doors open
9:00-9:30am: Post Production Tips
9:30am-12:00pm: The Big Shoot Edit!
12:00pm: Working Lunch
12:00-4:45pm: The Big Shoot Edit!
5:00-6:00pm: In the Can Wrap Party at Mothers Brewing
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8:45 am: Doors open
9:00-10:00am: Donuts and Debrief
10:15-10:30am: Film Assignment Ideas for your Classroom
10:30-10:45am: Festivals: submitting and attending
10:45am-11:00am: Film Theory Resources
12:00-12:30pm: Lunch - Pizza House
1:00-2:00pm: It's Screening Time!
2:00pm: That's a Wrap!