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Friday, 26 June 2026

Behind the scenes – How does a film crew work?

Lecture 1: 6.30 pm – approx. 7.15 pm / Lecture 2: 8.00 pm – 8.45 pm 

Mittweida University of Applied Sciences, Centre for Media and Social Work (Ludwig-Hilmer-Bau), Bahnhofstraße 15, 09648 Mittweida

Advance registration is not required this time. The event is open to everyone – grandparents are also welcome to sit in the children’s lecture theatre. Tip: It’s best to arrive a little early, as we only have 124 seats in total. 

What’s it all about?

Have you ever wondered what makes a film look truly professional – and whether you always need expensive equipment to achieve that? You’ll find out in this Children’s University lecture!

We’ll show you how a film is made: from the initial idea to the finished shoot. You’ll learn what needs to be prepared, who’s involved in a film production, and whether every task really is done by a different person – or whether you can actually film on your own.

Best of all: you’ll be there live as we make a short film about the Children’s University, and you’ll be able to look right over our shoulders. You’ll discover that you don’t necessarily need professional equipment to make good films – sometimes even a mobile phone is enough!

At the end, you’ll be given some simple tips and tricks to help you make your own films.

This lecture will take place twice, with each session lasting around 45 minutes.

 

Your lecturers:

 

Prof. Dr Rika Fleck

Mittweida University of Applied Sciences

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B.Eng. Thomas Dietze

Mittweida University of Applied Sciences

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