Video cameras built into cell phones, easily accessible editing tools, and platforms like YouTube where anyone can share a video empower student filmmakers to begin their journey to being the next Spielberg as early as age 7.<i>Digital Filmmaking For Kids For Dummies </i>provides a roadmap for younger readers interested in creating and sharing their own videos.<br><br>This book assumes no background in video or access to high-cost video equipment as it guides students aged 7-16 through a number of projects designed to introduce all stages of filmmaking. The book effectively offers a course in filmmaking for the younger set at a fraction of the price you'd pay for an after-school or classroom program.<br><br>With full-color, easy-to-follow steps and simple examples, the book guides the reader through:<br><br>- Planning a video project<br>- Writing a script<br>- Creating storyboards<br>- Picking a set<br>- Working with the equipment you have on hand<br>- Lighting a scene<br>- Getting top quality sound<br>- Framing and shooting<br>- Editing into a film<br>- Adding special effects<br>- Sharing with friends or a global audience<br><br>This book contains insight from author Nick Willoughby, and film and video professional who's taught kids the art and skill of videomaking since 2010. The book also includes access to a number of videos that highlight and demonstrate skills covered in the book.