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Brentwood, NY

Media Production Camp

at Suffolk Community College

Ages 11 - 16

ONE WEEK ONLY | 9am - 4pm

August 2nd through August 6th

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LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION!

Future Stars Media Production Camp empowers campers to step behind the lens and bring their stories to life. From scriptwriting and storyboarding to hands-on filming and editing, campers will work in real creative crews to produce original short films, interviews, podcasts and news reporting. Whether they want to be the next big director, a master editor, or an on-screen talent, they'll gain real-world technical skills using modern gear.

Programs take place in collegiate classrooms with all necessary equipment provided. Recreational games and water park activities round out the day, giving campers a balanced mix of learning and fun.

No prior experience is required – just imagination and a passion to create!

locationsSummer Day Camp 
1001 Crooked Hill Rd, Brentwood NY 11717

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Media Production Camp Facilities at Brentwood

  • Collegiate computer labs
  • Air-conditioned classrooms
  • State-of-the-art software & equipment
  • 25-yard indoor heated swimming pool for daily swim
  • Grass athletic fields for recreational activities
  • Various water and shade stations to cool off and take breaks

Building Skills That Last Beyond

Media Production Camp

  • Storytelling & Scriptwriting – Learn how to develop ideas, write scripts, and bring original stories to life
  • Filming & Camera Techniques – Practice camera operation, framing, lighting, and professional filming techniques
  • Editing & Production – Explore video editing, sound, transitions, and the creative process of producing a finished project
  • Podcasting & News Reporting – Build skills in interviewing, reporting, presenting, and creating engaging audio and video content
  • Creative Collaboration & Teamwork – Work as part of a production crew while developing communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
  • Confidence & Self-Expression – Develop on-camera confidence and discover creative ways to communicate ideas and stories
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2027 Dates & Rates Coming Soon

2026 Dates & Rates

Find the camp week that fits your schedule.

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Additional Services

Extended Day:
Early Drop-Off $80/wk, Late Pick-Up $80/wk

Sibling Discount:
Save $25/wk (after first child)

Lunch:
$80/wk

Directions to Future Stars Suffolk

Directions to the Suffolk Federal Credit Union Arena at Suffolk Community College, Grant Campus:

From the East or West: Take the Long Island Expressway (I-495) to Exit 53 (Sagtikos Parkway/Wicks Road). Follow signs to Wicks Road. Go south 1/2 mile on Wicks Road to campus entrance on right.

MEDIA PRODUCTION CAMP DAILY SCHEDULE

9:00 am: Orientation

9:15 am: Media Production Skills 1

10:45 am: Media Production Skills 2

12:15 pm: Lunch

1:15 pm: Recreational Swim

2:15 pm: Recreational Sports & Games

2:45 pm: Media Production Skills 3

3:45 pm: Daily Review

4:00 pm: Departure

Daily activities and times are subject to change.

Testimonials

Meet the Director

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Charlie VanDercook

Director of Operations and Director for Purchase College since 1993

 

Charlie co-founded Future Stars Camps and served as the very first Camp Director when the program launched in 1980. With more than four decades of experience leading camps, he has been shaping meaningful youth experiences from the very beginning.

A lifelong athlete, Charlie played tennis in high school, in college, and on the 1976 WATCH circuit before turning to coaching. He went on to serve as Director of Tennis at Banksville Racket Club, Westhampton Bath & Tennis, Hampton Athletic Club, and Green Hollow Tennis Club.

Today, as Director of Operations and Director for Purchase College, Charlie combines his collegiate athletic background, deep coaching expertise, and proven leadership to create a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment for every camper.