Dream of creating movies, podcasts, or animations? animation? Join Sun Prairie Media Center’s unique summer workshops! Perfect for young storytellers, filmmakers, and creators, these hands-on sessions bring your ideas to life while learning collaboration and teamwork in a fun, creative environment – a great way to spend your summer!
Each workshop runs 3 hours a day, with snacks included, projects delivered digitally, and scholarships available for those who qualify!
INSTRUCTIONS FOR NEW REGISTRATION PROCESS
NEW – Online Registration with Xplor at cityofsunprairie.perfectmind.com
Registration opens at 9am on March 16
Registration deadline is set for June 19, however it will remain open until the workshops are filled.
Sun Prairie Media Center Memberships are available for discounts on Summer Workshop programs.
Pam Steitz Scholarship is available to those who qualify. Requests must be submitted prior to completing the online registration process to receive the discounted rate.
2026 SUMMER WORKSHOPS:
BASIC ANIMATION
Bring your ideas to life! This workshop is designed to spark creativity, teach storytelling, and introduce
kids to the the fundamentals of animation using
digital tools, hand-drawn techniques, stop motion and 2D animation. Beginners are welcome,
no experience required! Together, we’ll cover the
basics of animation, discover what makes great animations stand out and learn how to incorporate those elements into our own unique stories.
Ages 9-14
Min 4 / Max 6
July 6-9, 9am-12pm
FEE: $140 Member / $180 Non-Member
Advanced Animation
Ready to take your animation skills to the next level? This summer, dive deeper into the world of animation! Build on what you already know and go beyond the basics – animate characters in real time. Design your own characters or customize templates, and master advanced 2D and 3D techniques like motion design, timing, and camera work. Create animations that look amazing and feel alive!
*Basic animation is a prerequisite for this class
Ages 11-14
Min 4 / Max 6
July 27-30, 9am-12pm
FEE: $140 Member / $180 Non-Member
Filmmaking
Step into the director’s chair and make your own movie from start to finish! First, you’ll learn the basics of filmmaking – storytelling, story
boarding, and camera techniques. Then, dive into pro shooting and editing tricks. Work on real sets with green screens and special effects and even cut a trailer for your film. Rotate through roles or specialize – your crew will bring a blockbuster to life!
Ages 9-14
Min 4 / Max 6
July 13-16, 9am-12pm
FEE: $140 Member / $180 Non-Member
Podcasting
Share your voice and passions with the community! In this two-day workshop, you’ll learn the basics of podcast production and radio broadcasting – on-air announcing, music programming, and conducting interviews – all inside our professional 103.5 FM studio. Play music, host talk segments and even go LIVE! Build confidence behind the mic, practice speaking skills, and discover how to create your own show!
Ages 9-14
Min 6 / Max 8
July 27-28, 1pm-4pm
Screenwriting
Create your own original screenplay and bring it to life! In this workshop, you’ll learn the art of storytelling – developing characters, crafting dialogue, and building scenes that captivate an audience. Then, take your script off the page and onto the set as you act and film your stories, discovering how words transform into powerful
visuals. You’ll also explore basic directing techniques and camera work to make your vision shine End the session by watching your creations on the screen and celebrating your work with the class!
Ages 11-14
Min 6 / Max 8
July 13-16, 1pm-4pm
KIDS4 Summer Live TV
In this exciting two-day workshop, you’ll experience life behind the scenes and in front of the camera. From brainstorming creative ideas
to writing scripts, planning shots, and directing in the studio, you’ll be part of every step learn how a live show comes together, practice with
professional equipment, and discover the teamwork that makes it all happen. Fun, creativity, and collaboration combine to create a show
you’ll never forget – because YOU helped make it happen
Ages 11-14
Min 8 / Max 10
July 29-30, 1pm-4pm
