We have been training students to apply techniques used in Television production to structure and creatively add interesting elements into their composition for better flow and effectiveness. This storyboard technique has been conducted on 270 students from Jiemin Primary School and they have benefitted from its applications.

Take a look at Jiemin’s testimonial in this video:

This coming 18 & 19 March, we are conducting both Reel Storyboard Programme and Reel Journalist Programme for students age 9 to 17 years old.

Reel Storyboard & Journalist Programme.

When:             18 & 19 March 2010

For Who:        Suitable for ages 9-17 years old

How Much:     $90 (for RFOS Members), $120 for Non-Members ($150 is the Original Price)

Trainers:          Mr. Sujimy Mohamad & Mdm. Haslinda Ali

Where:            Woodlands Regional Library Auditorium

This workshop is limited to 200 pax only and will be conducted in English. This course can be slanted to cater to Malay students who wish to use the technique in their karangan.

Valuable take-away points from the workshop include -

- sharpen your writing skills via visual and storyboard

- ways to increase content in storytelling

- boost your confidence in front of a TV camera (we are recording each participants video reports on the second day)

- art of visualisation and thought process

- video journalistic skills

Interested participants can message me or kindly contact Mr. Kherman Buang at 6324 2463 or 9761 1063. Call us if you wish to discuss a different rates for your school.

Have a splendid week everyone!

We are having a FREE seminar to let you know more about RFOS on 7 March (sunday), 2.45pm at the Woodlands Regional Library. Just register at reelfriends@screenbox.com.sg to secure your seats.

In the seminar, we will also be showcasing the upcoming March 2010 holiday programmes that we have in store for you. So if you’re parents and you want your child to experience a unique holiday programme, come to the free seminar and find out more.

Here’s the official Reel Friends of ScreenBox logo:

Yes, I am very excited that we have formalised this video club.

You see I have been conducting storyboard and video classes in some schools on ad-hoc basis. And we do have requests to conduct more classes. So I thought best we set up a proper club for those who are keen to learn the ropes from real TV producers.

Ok let me give a run down of what Reel Friends of ScreenBox is all about.

It has always been ScreenBox’s intention to build a community of junior, budding and professional producers and share our knowledge in real television-making. As a company, we felt this is important.

We want to encourage as many young individuals to join Reel Friends of ScreenBox  and equip themselves with relevant TV and video skills and knowledge so as to capture any opportunity in this growing media industry. I have personally experienced this growth and I hope more young and creative individuals out there will do the same.

Things are just going to get bigger and bigger in the media industry. So learn the ropes now.

And learning TV-related enrichment programmes is fun too!

So do join Reel Friends of Screenbox, a video club dedicated to teaching you all you need to know about the TV industry, from all aspects of preproduction to presentation! From producing, storyboarding, directing, scripting, documentaries – no stone is left unturned as we give you a hands on experience in the fields of television, public speaking, team building and so much more! From amateurs to students to families to budding docu-makers – all ages are welcome to learn in Reel Friends of Screenbox (RFOS)!

So how do you become a Reel Friend of Screenbox?

It’s simple: At just $20 a year, members can gain one-stop access into the world of TV production. You will participate in specially customized TV-related enrichment programmes, exciting outdoor shooting trips, documentary tours for the whole family, be part of innovative docu-maker competitions and many more specialized learning packages! Not only that, you get to be behind-the-scenes and try your hand at video production, and get discounts on many offers of RFOS! Plus, you get a snazzy exclusive RFOS T-shirt and Membership Card! What more could you ask for from this amazing deal? Join now!

If you an educator and would like your students to benefit from our enrichment programmes, do message me. We have a package membership for schools.

Here are some of the TV-related enrichment programmes:

Reel Producers Programme

You’ve seen the television programmes on screen, now it’s your time to be create your own videos and documentaries! Get behind-the-scenes with the Reel Producers Programme!

Reel Journalist Programme

Get the latest scoop and put on your best reporter’s hat as we find out the ins and outs of the Broadcast News industry, from doing standuppers to reporting newsworthy stories and more with the Reel Journalist Programme!

Reel Presenters Programme

Fancy yourself as the next big star on television? Join the Reel Presenters programme as we show you how to exude confidence and personality to charm the audience!

Reel Junior/Budding Programme

Attention students and schools! You can never be too young to learn about the TV industry! The Reel Junior/Budding Programme aims to teach the youth on the world of production in a fun and easy to understand manner! Perfect for those aged 10-17!

Reel Scripting Programme

Learn the art of story-telling in this special programme. Find out what it takes to write a documentary or an info-ed, from crafting a narrative to getting the right research and linking interviews together with a theme!

Reel Storyboard Programme

We show you the process of visually crafting a tale with this innovative approach to story-telling! We teach you how to visualize the story flow on paper, and how to increase content and spark your imagination from print to screen!

Reel Docu Tour (Available from June 10 onwards)

Enjoy this family tour with a twist! Co-organized with a travel agency, both parents and children can have fun overseas, as the parents indulge in shopping, and the Reel Juniors learn how to shoot a documentary on location! Everyone has a great time –and you have a memory of your trip, specially created by you!

Reel Team Building (Available from July 2010 onwards)

Forget the clichéd workshops and outdoor physical activities, this is team building with a twist! Corporate clients can learn the art of team building from organization to communication skills and even planning by learning how to work in a production! Build bonds with your colleagues and find your individual strengths and how to work well in a team in this unique package!

I hope to see you at the seminar! Do share this with friends who might be interested.

Thank you.

I am currently conducting training  to increase Primary 4 student’s content (for composition writing) the fun way! We are using broadcast technique to open up student’s mind and imagination so they can improve their story-telling.

Before we train students, we usually have a teacher’s session first to get them accustomed to the technique. (Here you see mix of teachers attending this session)

It was really satisfying to see others adopting new ways to visualize their story-line and communicate their intended message in a creative manner.

To all teachers reading this blog, do you encounter students having difficulty to expand their story-line (i.e. their content)? For example, most students would probably write between 4 to 6 sentences when they are given a 4-picture composition for reference. How do you go from writing a 4-sentence story to, say, a 20-sentence story? This training changes a student’s mindset and trigger a range of story-telling possibilities. It is all in the technique.

It will be really creative when a student start to realize that they can opt to tell a story in a non-linear manner. A common approach will be to tell a story in a chronological order. Well it doesn’t always have to be that way.

In this training, we give insights to scripting, story-boarding, materializing a great story-idea and visualizing every story sequence. 

Contact me should you need a training demo for your students. I will be more than happy to oblige. I leave you with some photos from the training session.

Learn from the real TV makers.