Media Lab: Filmmaking Fundamentals with The Story Mill

Schedule

Sat Feb 21 2026 at 11:00 am to 03:00 pm

UTC+11:00

Location

Hurstville Library and Service Centre | Hurstville, NS

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Discover filmmaking in this hands-on workshop led by experienced filmmakers from The Story Mill.
About this Event

Discover the key stages of filmmaking in this dynamic, hands-on workshop led by experienced filmmakers Rowan Devereux and Divya Gordon. Whether you're a budding filmmaker or simply curious about the craft, this workshop is perfect for anyone looking to develop their skills and bring stories to life through film.


What You’ll Learn:

  • Pre-Production: Dive into planning essentials like storyboarding, crew roles, and shot composition.
  • Production: Explore camera settings, lighting techniques, sound recording, and on-set tips.
  • Post-Production: Unlock the secrets of editing, colour grading, and enhancing your projects with music and graphics.


This workshop is perfect for aspiring filmmakers of all levels. Don’t miss this chance to bring your stories to life on screen!

Places are limited so book your spot today.


Cost: $27.50

Age: 16+

Skill level: No prior experience required.

Equipment: All materials provided.


About the Facilitators:

The Story Mill is a boutique production company founded in 2019 by the dynamic and quirky duo Sophie Saville and Rowan Devereux. Rowan Devereux and Sophie Saville are accomplished filmmakers with a passion for storytelling and a wealth of experience across all stages of film production. Together, they bring years of industry expertise, having worked on a variety of projects ranging from independent films to commercial productions. Rowan and Sophie are dedicated to empowering aspiring filmmakers by sharing practical skills, creative techniques, and professional insights to help participants bring their cinematic visions to life. In this workshop, Rowan will be joined by facilitator and adventurer-videographer Divya Gordon.


About the Media Lab and Digital Tools collection:

The Media Lab boasts a professional studio set up with a cyclorama wall, green screens, studio lights and Surface Studios with the full Adobe Creative Cloud. The digital tool library contains cameras, recording equipment and other digital accessories that can be borrowed for free with your library membership.


Accessibility Information:

Georges River Libraries is committed to providing inclusive library services and programs. Please email [email protected] or note down your requirements or support needs in your event registration.


Terms and Conditions:

  • No refunds for cancellations or missed bookings.
  • Program swapping is not permitted.
  • If you arrive more than 10 minutes after the advertised start time and there are people in the standby queue, your ticket may be allocated to the standby queue.
  • This workshop will not be recorded and cannot be accessed after the scheduled time. If you are unable to attend, please cancel your registration at least 3 hours prior to the event. As Library Programs have limited spaces and repeated failure to notify staff of cancellations, bookings may be refused in the future.
  • The library does not endorse or promote any products which may be used in the workshop.
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Where is it happening?

Hurstville Library and Service Centre, Corner of Queens Road and Dora Street, Hurstville, Australia

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