Workshops require pre-registration and are subject to change. Please visit our calendar to register. Payment is collected on arrival.

Cell Phone Videography Workshop

In this workshop you will be learning how to get the most out of your cell phone for video projects. We’ll cover practical tips and techniques to improve your filming skills, from shooting basics to simple creative tricks. Depending on class size you may or may not be doing any hands-on practice. Bring your cell phone. This is a great workshop for anyone looking to get into videography or filmmaking.

  • When: 3rd Wednesdays - Nov 19, Dec 17 / Jan 21, Feb 18, March 18, April 15, May 20, June 17, July 15, Aug 19, Sept 16, Nov 18, Dec 16

  • Time: 10:30 - 11:30am

  • Fee: $20

  • Registration: Required in advance

Character Voice Over Workshop

In this workshop you will be practicing to bring stories to life through character voices. NCM will supply the scripts. Unlike our Creating Audio Stories for Kids session, this workshop dives into playful improvisation and a touch of creative chaos to spark your imagination. This is a great workshop for someone who is beginning their voice-over journey. 

  • When: 2nd Tuesdays - Nov 11, Dec 9 / Jan 13, Feb 10, March 10, April 14, May 12, June 9, July 14, Aug 11, Sept 8, Nov 10, Dec 8

  • Time: 11:30 - 12:30pm

  • Fee: $20

  • Registration: Required in advance

Creating Audio Stories for Kids Workshop

In this workshop you will be discovering how to craft engaging stories for young audiences, as well as some storytelling techniques. You will also learn some practical tips for sharing and distributing your creations.

  • When: 3rd Mondays - Nov 17, Dec 15 / Feb 16, March 16, May 18, June 15, July 20, Sept 21, Nov 16

  • Time: 10:00 - 11:00am

  • Fee: $20

  • Registration: Required in advance

Digital Art Workshop

In this hands-on workshop you will be exploring various digital art techniques. Participants will be supplied with a laptop for this workshop.

  • When: 1st Wednesdays - Nov 5, Dec 3 / Jan 7, Feb 4, March 4, April 1, May 6, June 3, July 1, Aug 5, Sept 2, Nov 4, Dec 2

  • Time: 1:00 - 2:00pm

  • Fee: $20

  • Registration: Required in advance

Developing Your Story Workshop

In this virtual workshop, you will learn how to develop your story for video or audio projects. We will help you explore techniques to shape your ideas into compelling narratives and give you a checklist to help you achieve your goals. A Zoom link will be provided after payment. 

  • When: 2nd Mondays - Nov 10, Dec 8 / Jan 12, Feb 9, March 9, April 13, May 11, June 8, July 13, Aug 10, Sept 14, Nov 9, Dec 14

  • Time: 12:30 - 1:30pm

  • Fee: $20

  • Registration: Required in advance

Digitizing Your Artwork Workshop

In this workshop you will learn how to bring your creations into the digital world. We will cover tips & techniques for digitizing your artwork and other items, making them easier to share, preserve, and use in new ways.

  • When: 3rd Wednesdays - Jan 26, Feb 23, March 23, April 27, June 22, July 27, Aug 24, Sept 28

  • Time: 12:00 – 1:00pm

  • Fee: $20

  • Registration: Required in advance

EditFest Workshop

In this workshop, you’ll receive a selection of video clips, music, and a creative prompt—then it’s your turn to edit them into something unique. You can bring your own laptop with any video editing software installed or use one of ours. You must have basic editing knowledge to participate in this workshop. 

  • When: 3rd Wednesdays - Nov 19, Dec 17 / Jan 21, Feb 18, March 18, April 15, May 20, June 17, July 15, Aug 19, Sept 16, Nov 18, Dec 16

  • Time: 3:00 – 5:00pm

  • Fee: $20

  • Registration: Required in advance

Exploring Ai Workshop

In this workshop you will join the NCM interns in exploring various Ai tools for media creation. Each session highlights a different tool, from writing to distribution, showing how AI can support and enhance the creative process. 

  • When: 1st Wednesdays - Nov 5, Dec 3 / Jan 7, Feb 4, March 4, April 1, May 6, June 3, July 1, Aug 5, Sept 2, Nov 4, Dec 2

  • Time: 12:00 – 1:00pm

  • Fee: $20

  • Registration: Required in advance

Filmmaking Essentials Workshop

This multi-week accelerated workshop offers a hands-on introduction to the art of filmmaking.  You will learn everything needed to get you started on your journey. This workshop comes with assignments, so be prepared to learn at an excellerated pace. This course is not eligible for the Workshop Punch Card Discount.

  • When: Tuesdays - See dates below

  • 2025: Sept 9, 16, 23, 30

  • 2026: Jan 6, 13, 20, 27

  • 2026: March 3, 10, 17, 24

  • 2026: May 5, 12, 19, 26

  • 2026: Sept 8, 15, 22, 29

  • Time: 4:00 – 5:00pm

  • Fee: $125

  • Registration: Required in advance

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Greenscreen Fun Workshop
Dates: 4th Wednesdays

2026: Jan 28, March 25, May 27, July 22

Time: 4:00 – 5:00pm
Fee: $20

Registration: Required in advance

Description: This 2-hour, hands-on workshop is open to all ages and introduces the creative world of greenscreen effects. Learn how to design and layer visuals to bring imaginative scenes to life. Class size is limited for a more interactive experience.

Improv Workshop
When: 2nd Tuesdays

Nov 11, Dec 9 - Jan 13, Feb 10, March 10, April 14, May 12, June 9, July 14, Aug 11, Sept 8, Nov 10, Dec 8

Time: 1:00 - 2:00pm
Fee: $20

Registration: Required in advance

Description: This 1 hour workshop is a hands-on workshop that will cover a variety of improv techniques. This is a super fun way to improve your spontaneous skills.


Intro to Animated Logos Workshop
Dates: 3rd Wednesdays

2025: Nov 19, Dec 17  

2026: Jan 21, April 15, May 20, July 15, Sept 16, Dec 16

Time: 10:30 - 11:30am

Fee: $20

Registration: Required in advance

Description: This 1 hour workshop covers a variety of techniques for creating animated logos, from both scanned or digitally created images. 

Marketing 101 Workshop
When: 1st Mondays 

Nov 3, Dec 1, Jan 5, Feb 2, March 2, April 6, May 4, June 8, July 6, Aug 3, Nov 2, Dec 7

Time: 10:00 - 11:00am
Fee: $20

Registration: Required in advance

Description: Are you confused on where to begin? Do you need help understanding the various tools and options you have with marketing? If so, our Marketing 101 workshop is a great place to start.

On Camera Interviewing Workshop
When: 3rd Mondays

Nov 17 - Jan 19, April 20, July 20,  Sept 21,  Nov 16

Time: 11:00 - 12:00pm
Fee: $20

Registration: Required in advance
Description: This 1 hour workshop is a hands-on workshop that will cover a variety of techniques for doing interviews on camera. This workshop focuses on both the interviewer and interviewee role. 

Podcasting Basics Workshop

When: 4th Mondays

Jan 26, Feb 23, March 23, April 27, June 22, July 27, Aug 24, Sept 28

Time: 12:30 – 1:30pm
Fee: $20

Registration: Required in advance

Description: This 1 hour workshop is a hands-on workshop that will be covering the mechanics of “how to do a podcast”. It will include both the technical and creative information.

Scripted Acting Workshop
When: 2nd Tuesdays

Nov 11, Dec 9 - Jan 13, Feb 10, March 10, April 14, May 12, June 9, July 14, Aug 11, Sept 8, Nov 10, Dec 8

Time: 10:00 - 11:00am
Fee: $20

Registration: Required in advance
Description: This 1 hour workshop will be covering a variety of techniques for acting on camera. Participants will be acting in this workshop. This workshop may include you acting in scenes with others. 

Studio Certification Class

When: 3rd Mondays

Nov 17, Dec 15 - Jan 19, Feb 16, March 16, April 20, May 18, June 15, July 20, Aug 17, Sept 21, Nov 16
Time: 3:30 – 4:00pm
Fee: Free

Registration: Required in advance
Description: This certification class is for those who wish to use NCM for DIY creation. Certification is required prior to use. NCM offers a free certification session each month. Other times are available at a fee or $25.

Tech Help

Dates: 3rd Wednesdays

2026: Feb 18, April 15, Aug 19, Nov 18
Time: 12:00 – 1:00pm
Fee: $20

Registration: Required in advance
Description: Are you looking for an economical way to create a 30 second informational video for your organization? If so, this is the event for you. You write a script and the NCM team records and edits your video. Our team will use stock footage or footage you supply for b-roll. Don’t miss this opportunity. 

Understanding YouTube Workshop
When: 4th Mondays

Jan 26, Feb 23, March 23, April 27, July 27, Aug 24, Sept 28
Time: 10:30 – 11:30am
Fee: $20

Registration: Required in advance

Description: Are you confused about YouTube? Want to get better at using it? If so, this 1 hour workshop may be what you need. It covers how to maneuver YouTube as both a viewer and a creator.

Video Techniques Workshop
When: 1st Wednesdays

2025: Nov 5, Dec 3

2026: Jan 7, Feb 4, March 4, April 1, May 6, June 3, July 1, Aug 5, Sept 2, Nov 4, Dec 2

Time: 11:30 - 12:30pm
Fee: $20

Registration: Required in advance

Description: This 1 hour workshop explores various techniques in video creation. These include transitions, lighting, effects, and more. These may be using cameras or done in the editing software. Each session looks at a different technique.


Voice-Over Basics Workshop
When: 3rd Mondays

Nov 17, Dec 15 - Jan 19, Feb 16, March 16, April 20, May 18, June 15, July 20, Aug 17, Sept 21, Nov 16

Time: 12:30 – 1:30pm
Fee: $20

Registration: Required in advance

Description: This 1 hour workshop is for people just starting out in voice over. It covers a variety of techniques for narrative and commercial voice-overs. Participants will be reading scripts and receiving coaching.