HISTORY Freshi Films LLC began in 1994 as a sidebar of the International Family Film Festival(IFFF) In 2006, the success of the festival and its workshops prompted LAUSD to ask Freshi to create an after school program. Four years later, we are the leading after school filmmaking program in the county with 590 programs in 25 states.
In addition to running programs independently, Freshi has partnered with LA All Stars, LA Conservation Corps, Boys and Girls Clubs, YMCA’s, Enrichment Kids, KYDS and a number of other organizations. Freshi is an approved vendor and service provider for the Los Angeles Unified School District and the Microsoft Settlement Funding Ed Tech K-12 Voucher program. We are often funded through Title 1 grants.
ABOUT FRESHI ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
Freshi offers enrichment programs in Digital Filmmaking, Game Design and Stop Motion Animation. Whether you have a traditional after school program or week long summer camps, we can accommodate your needs. All of our programs are curriculum and project based. Each class is carefully structured and created to promote creativity, confidence and a sense of self.
TURNKEY PROGRAM
This is a worry free option where we come to your site(s) and run the whole program. Just give us a room with electricity and we provide the staff, equipment, and supplies.
Price is determined by the amount of kids, total hours and percentage of split, if any. Typically a program runs anywhere from $7 to $15 per hour, per student. Special pricing for larger groups and multiple schools.
TRAINING PROGRAM
We train and equip your staff to run their own flm/animation or game design program.
You will need your own computers for this program to work*
Everything you need in a box along with online training
(In person or web-based video training also available for extra cost)
Program is designed to accomodate 20 students
Cost: $1450 for one site (additional sites $599)
- 5 cameras
- software
- techincal guides
- curriculum
- incentives
- Two hours of live, personalized training via phone or video conference
- Game Design package same price
The Freshi Film Camp was the best summer experience my son every had. The camp staff is caring and fun. It is an especially great activity for teens because it gives them hands on film making experience in just the right atmosphere for this hard-to-please age group. As a school counselor and a parent, the Freshi Film camp has my highest recommendation."
Melanie Rome, B.S., M.A., P.P.S. & Mother - Tarzana, CA
Freshi Films is a great asset to our after school program. The teachers assist our students with having the tools to use technology to tap into their creativity. I enthusiastically support Freshi Films. I have seen firsthand the positive impact that this program has on the school community. I look forward to continuing our partnership with Freshi Films as we work together for the benefit of preparing our youth for a successful future. Cheryl Hildreth Principal Bancroft Middle School Los Angeles, California
Cheryl Hildreth Principal Bancroft Middle School Los Angeles, California
The Freshi programs have received the highest compliments from all concerned: students, teachers, parents and administrators alike. Freshi is truly at the cutting edge of today’s cultural, moral, technical and visual ideas.
Mr. Dick Roberts, Former Beyond the Bell/LAUSD Administrator - Los Angeles, CA
The students represent diverse cultural and ethnic communities. By learning filmmaking techniques, they are developing a sense of pride as well as hope for the future.
Mr. Jack Foote, Ed.D., Principal, Joseph LeConte Middle School - Hollywood, CA
The students are very enthusiastic about receiving these quality filmmaking workshops. No other LACER partner has provided such a unique opportunity for our students. The program enhances literacy, communication and computer skills and provides opportunity to be creative for producing their end film product.
Ms. Linda Ortiz, Associate Director, LACER Afterschool Programs
