2025 Summer Camp Information

As Fairfax County’s community pubic media station, during the summer season we offer teens interested in television studio production, post-production video editing, and radio production an outlet to learn, experience and create. 

This summer we are offering three separate camps with various dates to choose from.  The TV Studio Production camp offers a chance to learn the ins and outs of creating a television show, use of the equipment, and crew roles and responsibilities. The TV Post-Production camp offers a chance to learn the process of editing video projects using Adobe Premiere.  While, the Radio Production camp offers a chance to learn how to produce a radio show, use of the studio equipment, and our programming procedures. 

CAMP DESCRIPTIONS & INFO

DISCOVER the behind the scene process of what it takes to create successful media content. Learn about the equipment and key production roles. There is a lot of effort involved; teamwork and preparedness is key to make a successful show.  Content created as part of the camps will only be as good as the crew involved; therefore, we are looking for the best, most dedicated students interested to learn about this exciting media. 

The goal of the TV studio camp is to create a 28-minute student lead program.

The goal of the radio camp is to create a 58-minute student lead program.

The goal of the TV post-production camp is to learn how to edit video content successfully using media content provided as in-class exercises. 

TV101 STUDIO PRODUCTION CAMP 

Our studio TV camp includes instruction in pre-production and production areas, including all the key equipment and crew roles such as, script-writing, studio lighting, studio cameras, set design, floor directing, on-air talent, graphics, and technical directing.  Learn the “how tos” of creating studio television programs and what is needed to put together a half-hour show.  Successful completion of the camp certified students in future use of both studios A and B and the possibility of producing future TV shows of their own at FPA. Participants will receive a copy of the final student project and information of when it will air on Channel 10. Students are further encouraged to take advantage of their annual FPA membership and volunteer in various studio shows to improve their skills and gain production experience. 

Positions covered in the TV 101 Studio Camp include:  Studio camera operator, lighting, set-design, graphics operation, technical directing, floor directing, talent and an overview of post-production work.

Camp Cost: $500

Camp fee includes a 1yr FPA membership

10 sessions, 4 hours each 

Parent’s permission required for youths between 12-18 year olds

Min students: 3 / Max students: 6

TV101 POST-PRODUCTION CAMP 

If you are interested in learning how to tweak and edit videos and better understand the role of a professional video editor this camp is for you.  Participants in this camp will learn the functions of the widely used Adobe Premiere video editing software and the essential techniques to become proficient at editing videos.  The camp objectives are twofold. The first goal is to teach students the tools and workflow on how to operate the software program and the second is to teach the concepts of basic storytelling to create more compelling TV, Film or online videos; overall leading to a more rounded editor. 

Topics covered in the editing camp include: Program tools, importing and trimming footage, adding transitions, working with audio and music, using text/graphics, color correction and exporting.

Camp Cost: $350

Camp fee includes a 1yr FPA membership

5 sessions, 4 hours each 

Parent’s permission required for youths between 12-18 year olds

Min students: 3 / Max students: 6

RADIO PRODUCTION CAMP

This camp provides a unique educational experience in the world of radio for youth age group 12 to 18.

As part of this camp, student groups will write, produce, direct and edit a radio show.  Class time is non-traditional, a mix of hands-on workshops and in class discussions, covering various components from operating the radio board, the use and mixing of multiple sources, and proper on-air presentation. 

Furthermore, students will learn the basics of digital recording and editing using Audacity, a digital audio editing program. Students will rotate and share key production roles in order to create their own radio show that will air on Channel 37!

Topics covered in the editing camp include:  Role of a radio producer, use of the audio board and associated audio equipment, on-air talent, production planning, audio editing. 

Camp Cost: $350

Camp fee includes a 1yr FPA membership

5 sessions, 4 hours each 

Parent’s permission required for youths between 12-18 year olds

Min students: 3 / Max students: 6

For further information please contact us at the Training Department, 571-749-11102 / FPATraining@fcac.org

-TV 101 Studio Production Camp Registration Form

-TV Post-Production Camp Registration Form

-Radio Production Camp Form

-2025 Camp Parental Consent Form

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I register and pay for a camp?        

It’s highly recommended to contact the Training Department ahead of time to check for camp availability.        

Registering for Camp        

Step 1: Complete camp registration form        

Step 2: Complete parental consent form        

Step 3: Mail registration forms and payment to:        

           FPA – Attn: Training Dept.        

           2929 Eskridge Rd., Suite S, Fairfax, VA 22031        

Additional options:

• Completed camp registration forms can also be email or faxed to the Training Dept. and the fee can then be completed over the phone.
• Completed registration forms and payments can also be submitted in person at the Training Dept.  or at the Equipment Room offices.

Training Department General Office Hours:        

Weekdays: 8:00am – 10:00pm        
Phone:571-749-1132        
Email: FPATraining@fcac.org

Equipment room hours of operations: Weekdays 12pm-10pm and weekends 8am-8pm        

Where are the camps held?        

All camps and orientation sessions are held at our studio facilities located at:        

2929 Eskridge Rd., Suite S, Fairfax, VA 22031.        

As part of the TV101 Field camp field production exercises are conducted in locations around the station, such as the Alliance for Community Media and the Merrifield Mosaic District centers.        

Are there any camps discounts?        

The FPA summer camp fee includes the yearly FPA membership cost of $26 dollars and as part of the 2024 camp season FPA offers a 10% summer  camp discount for enrollments completed by May 31st.        

What are the camp’s withdrawal and /or refund policy?        

To withdraw and receive a full refund, your request must be received no later than two business days (48 hrs) prior to the camp orientation start date. After the first session, no refunds will be made.  However, if availabilities remain we can attempt to accommodate a student and transfer them to one of the next available camps.  Please allow two weeks for refunds to be processed.        

For further questions, please contact the Training Department.