Welcome to Chicago Summer Stories
Creating Meaningful Stories Collaboratively
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What is Chicago Summer Stories?
We want collaborators and this is what we mean
When filmmaking is available to everyone, what stories will they tell?
Video Application Process
The steps to make a great applicant video-
Students are to record a 90 second to 2 minute personal story to show and tell their interest, passion and purpose. Student will have the option to do this on an iPhone (or any smartphone) or other camera.
Introduce yourself
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Please share your name, city, and school (on camera) and then show and tell why you would like to be challenged with this opportunity. (mandatory Pitch)
The WHY
THEN CHOOSE ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING PROMPTS:
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Show and tell about a collaborative moment that helped you understand the value of a team in production within your school program or community (ex. 7 day challenge)
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Show and tell what you love most about the production process through specific experiences you pushed yourself to discover (ex. technical or theoretical)
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Show and tell about your favorite project you produced in the last year and what you learned specifically from it (behind the scenes director's commentary).
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Show and tell a 30 second example of your craft (shooting, editing, art direction, lighting) while explaining how you did it.
Once finished, upload your video to YouTube as an unlisted video.
CSS 2025 Program dates
Steps along the Journey
Week One (High School)
Monday June 16, 2024
Week Two (High School)
June 23, 20024
Week Three
Middle School- July 7-18
Previous CSS projects
Community Gardens of Chicago
Farm to Table
Changemakers:Â Time is Now
Maya's Personal Reflection
Prasanth's Personal Reflection
FAQ
or what we think you might want to know
Yes, we are looking for great collaborators who are leaders in their school's media program and will come back as Senior leaders in the fall. Last year we did both rising Juniors and Seniors, but found the Seniors were the best fit moving forward.
Nothing. Zero dollars. In fact, we want this to be inclusive to as many qualified students as possible that we will cover your meals while you're working and train transportation to/from Chicago each day your working.
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