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Welcome to Lights Camera Classroom! I’m Mike, a lifelong storyteller and a love for helping students discover the power of media.
Before stepping into the classroom, I spent 12 years as a PBS producer and director and 15 years as a photojournalist and writer for newspaper, telling stories that matter and capturing moments through the lens. For the past 10 years, I’ve brought that real-world experience to the classroom, teaching Video Production and Photography at a career-focused campus where students learn hands-on skills that prepare them for creative futures.
Here you’ll find practical, engaging lessons and worksheets that I've used to help train and educate my media students over the years. Whether you’re guiding students through the basics of camera work, helping them plan and edit videos, or encouraging them to tell their own stories with confidence, it all begins with a strong foundation.
Thank you for stopping by! I hope these resources help you spark creativity and inspire the next generation of storytellers.
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Copyright Law & Fair Use Bundle — Lessons & Activities for AV Production & Photo
Copyright Law & Fair Use Bundle — Lessons & Activities for AV Production & PhotographyMake teaching Copyright Law and Fair Use easy and engaging with this complete bundle designed for AV Production, Video Production, Photography, Broadcasting, and Digital Media classes. Your students will learn the essential concepts of Copyright, Fair Use, and media rights through clear readings, interactive activities, and practical discussions — all designed to help young creators understand how the la
5th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Graphic Arts, Other (Arts), Visual Arts
Complete Video Production Curriculum Bundle & NOCTI Prep
Complete Video Production Curriculum Bundle | Reading, Vocabulary, & Assessment Series Build a complete foundation in media production with this comprehensive instructional bundle designed for high school AV Production, Video Production, Film, Broadcasting, and Digital Media classrooms. This structured collection of lessons guides students through the full production pipeline, from foundational concepts and safety practices to planning, filming, and post-production, while strengthening tech
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Graphic Arts, Other (Arts), Visual Arts
AV Production Unit 1: Understanding Shot Types Presentation & Worksheet Bundle
AV Production Unit 1: Understanding Shot Types Presentation & Worksheet Bundle | Video Production, Broadcast Journalism, Film ClassBuild strong classroom routines and develop real-world media production skills with this engaging AV Production Unit 1 bundle designed for high school video production, film studies, broadcast journalism, photography, media literacy, and CTE media classrooms. This ready-to-use Video Production and Film Class resource introduces students to the foundations of visu
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Graphic Arts, Other (Arts), Visual Arts
AV Production Warm Ups | 180 Bell Ringers for the Full School Year
AV Production & Broadcast Journalism Warm Ups | 180 Bell Ringers for the Media ClassroomStop scrambling for a daily opener. This full-year warm up slide deck gives AV Production, Broadcast Journalism, Video Production, and Film Studies teachers 180 ready-to-display bell ringers built around real media industry concepts. Project it, let students respond, and launch your lesson all in five minutes or less. Each slide belongs to one of eight rotating question formats, so students always know wha
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Graphic Arts, Visual Arts, Vocabulary
Video Production Bundle: Six Guided Reading Worksheets for Film or Video Class
Give your AV Production, Broadcast Journalism, and Media students a complete foundation in video production with this six-worksheet guided reading bundle. Each worksheet pairs an original narrative with vocabulary words and comprehension questions, giving students a consistent, engaging format they can work through independently, in small groups, or as a full class. This bundle covers six essential areas of video and broadcast production, written with key vocabulary bolded directly in the text.
8th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Graphic Arts, Other (Arts), Visual Arts
Complete Camera Angles Bundle — Info Texts, Worksheets & Hands-On Project
Complete Camera Angles Bundle — Informational Texts, Worksheets & Hands-On Project for AV Production & PhotographyBuild your students’ confidence behind the camera with this all-in-one Camera Angles Bundle, perfect for AV Production, Video Production, Photography, Broadcast Journalism, and Film Studies classes! This bundle combines multiple ready-to-use resources to teach students how to recognize, plan, and use essential camera angles — and put their skills into practice through real-worl
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Informational Text, Other (Arts), Visual Arts
Post-Production Foundations: Informational Text & Worksheet Bundle Chapter 5
Post-Production Foundations: Informational Text & Worksheet Bundle Help AV Production | Video Production | Media Literacy | Student Filmmaking students understand where media stories truly come together in post-production. This ready-to-use AV Production resource introduces learners to editing, audio mixing, color work, graphics, and exporting through structured reading, vocabulary practice, and engaging reinforcement activities designed for secondary media classrooms. Centered on a
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Coloring Pages, Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
Also included in: Complete Video Production Curriculum Bundle & NOCTI Prep
Pre-Production Foundations: Video Production Lesson & Activities Chapter 3
Mastering Pre-Production: Video Production Planning Lesson & ActivitiesStrong films don’t begin when the camera rolls they begin in pre-production. This comprehensive media production resource helps students understand how planning, organization, and creative decision-making shape successful film and video projects before filming even begins. Centered around a 6-page informational text, this lesson introduces high school students to the foundations of pre-production in AV Production, Film, and
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Coloring Pages, Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
Also included in: Complete Video Production Curriculum Bundle & NOCTI Prep
AV Production- Camera Angles- Matching Worksheets Bundle Set
Camera Angles Matching Worksheets Bundle Set!2 sets of worksheets to help your students master the basics of camera shots with this simple, hands-on matching activity! This worksheet reinforces key camera angle terms, like Medium Shot, Wide Shot, Close-Up, using images from popular movies (used under Fair Use). Perfect for beginners in video production or photography, this activity reinforces visual literacy and helps students quickly recognize and remember essential shot compositions. Use it
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Graphic Arts, Other (Arts), Visual Arts
Production Foundations: Video Production Lesson & Activities, Chapter 4
Production Foundations: Video Production Lesson & Activities Bring the filmmaking process to life by helping students understand what happens when planning turns into action. This comprehensive AV Production / Video Production lesson introduces learners to the core technical and collaborative skills used on real film sets while reinforcing literacy, vocabulary, and media analysis, and helps students prep for the NOTCI certification test.Students explore camera operation, lighting design, aud
8th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Coloring Pages, Other (Arts), Visual Arts
Also included in: Complete Video Production Curriculum Bundle & NOCTI Prep
Film Set Safety Practices, Reading, Vocabulary, Assessments Chapter 2
Film Set Safety & Production Practices | Reading, Vocabulary, & Assessment BundleSafety on set isn’t optional it’s a professional responsibility. This comprehensive instructional resource introduces students to real-world film and video production safety practices, helping them understand how professionals plan, communicate, and work safely in high-risk production environments. This lesson is built around a 6-page informational text that explores industry-standard safety procedures used on film
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Graphic Arts, Other (Arts), Visual Arts
Also included in: Complete Video Production Curriculum Bundle & NOCTI Prep
Broadcast & Film Industry Guided Reading Worksheets | 9-Page Bundle
Introduce students to the key phases of filmmaking and broadcasting with these ready-to-use guided reading bundle. Perfect for high school AV Production, Film, Media, and Broadcast classes, they introduce technical skills, industry roles, and media literacy across multiple topics great for unit introductions!This bundle includes seven one-page guided reading worksheets that break down essential phases and concepts in the broadcast and film industry. Each worksheet introduces students to
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Graphic Arts, Other (Arts), Visual Arts
Foundations of Video Production, Reading, Vocabulary, Assessments Chapter 1
Foundations of Video Production | Reading, Vocabulary, & Assessment Bundle Give students a clear, professional introduction to the core concepts of video production with this standards-aligned instructional bundle. Designed for high school AV Production, Film, and Media classes, this resource builds the technical vocabulary and conceptual understanding students need for both classroom success and industry certification preparation. At the center of this lesson is a 6-page informational text t
8th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Other (Arts), Other (Performing Arts), Visual Arts
Also included in: Complete Video Production Curriculum Bundle & NOCTI Prep
The Dynamics of Broadcast News: Roles, and Vocabulary for AV Production
The Dynamics of Broadcast News: Roles, Teamwork, and VocabularyBring the world of journalism and media production to life with this engaging, standards-aligned broadcast news lesson. Students will explore key newsroom roles, the importance of teamwork, and foundational vocabulary while building both literacy and critical thinking skills. Through a blend of informational text, narrative reading, vocabulary practice, and higher-order thinking activities, students will gain a strong introductio
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Creative Writing, Informational Text, Visual Arts
5 Screenplay Script Bundle for Film, AV Production and Media Classes
This resource features five fun, student-appropriate screenplays written specifically for beginner filmmakers. Each 2–4 minute script uses only two characters and takes place in easily accessible high school settings, making them ideal for productions shot on or around campus. The stories are light, quirky, and purposefully a little cheesy, designed to engage students while reinforcing basic concepts like story structure, script formatting, and shot composition (Wide, Medium, Med
5th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Drama, Other (Performing Arts), Visual Arts
Script to Screen: A Hands-On Intro to Screenwriting for Film and AV Production
Help your students build foundational screenwriting and production skills with this all-in-one AV Production worksheet and project bundle! Start with a student-friendly informational text that breaks down the key elements of a screenplay—like Headers, Action Lines, and Dialogue—then reinforce learning with vocabulary activities and a comprehension quiz and finally a hands on "Shoot a script" film making project. What’s Included: Informational text about screenplays Vocabulary word list Crossw
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Drama, Informational Text, Visual Arts
Filmmaking Phases Guided Reading Bundle | Pre, Production & Post Worksheets
Help students understand the complete filmmaking workflow with this ready-to-use, guided reading bundle. These worksheets give a brief and simple break down the three key phases of filmmaking, pre-production, production, and post-production, in clear, student-friendly language. Great for the start of a unit, to introduce concepts. Each worksheet includes vocabulary focus, guided comprehension questions, and higher-level critical thinking prompts that support literacy, technical u
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Graphic Arts, Other (Arts), Visual Arts
Word Search Bundle for AV Production & Film Classes
Word Search Bundle for AV Production & Film ClassesPre-Production, Production, Camera, Broadcast News & MoreBuild media vocabulary while keeping students engaged with this ready-to-use word search bundle designed for AV Production, Video Production, Film, and Broadcasting classrooms. This collection of worksheets reinforces essential terminology across multiple areas of media production while providing flexible activities that work for review days, sub plans, early finishers, or light reinforce
5th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Graphic Arts, Other (Arts), Visual Arts
Camera Movement Guided Reading Worksheet for Video Production| Filmmaking
Introduce students to the fundamentals of camera movement with this ready-to-use study guide worksheet. Perfect for AV Production, Broadcast Journalism, and Media classes, this resource builds technical vocabulary, critical thinking, and real-world production awareness in one engaging activity. Students follow Carlos and Ava as they return to the school gym to transform flat, static footage into intentional, cinematic storytelling. The narrative covers static shots, pans, tilts, dolly shots, z
8th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Graphic Arts, Other (Arts), Visual Arts
Live Broadcast Guided Reading Worksheet for Video Production and Broadcast
Introduce students to the fast-paced world of live broadcast production with this ready-to-use study guide worksheet. Perfect for AV Production, Broadcast Journalism, and Media classes, this resource builds technical vocabulary, critical thinking, and real-world broadcast awareness in one engaging activity. Students follow a morning show crew at Central High School as they navigate the roles, responsibilities, and real-time challenges of putting a live broadcast on air from the anchor desk to
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Graphic Arts, Other (Arts), Visual Arts
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Experience
Welcome to Lights Camera Classroom! I’m Mike, a lifelong storyteller and a love for helping students discover the power of media.
Before stepping into the classroom, I spent 12 years as a PBS producer and director and 15 years as a photojournalist and writer for newspaper, telling stories that matter and capturing moments through the lens. For the past 10 years, I’ve brought that real-world experience to the classroom, teaching Video Production and Photography at a career-focused campus where students learn hands-on skills that prepare them for creative futures.
Here you’ll find practical, engaging lessons and worksheets that I've used to help train and educate my media students over the years. Whether you’re guiding students through the basics of camera work, helping them plan and edit videos, or encouraging them to tell their own stories with confidence, it all begins with a strong foundation.
Thank you for stopping by! I hope these resources help you spark creativity and inspire the next generation of storytellers.
Teaching style
I believe the best way to learn is by doing. As a hands-on instructor, I don’t keep my students stuck in the pages of a book for weeks , I put the camera in their hands within the first week of school.
In my classroom, students learn by experimenting, practicing, and creating real projects. Whether they’re filming, editing, or snapping photos, they build confidence and skills through real experience and peer critique, not just theory.
My resources are designed to help you bring that same active, engaging approach to your own classroom and make your life a little easier ; )
so your students can learn “on the job” and discover the magic of storytelling for themselves.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Over the years, I’ve watched my students achieve incredible thing, from debuting short films at SXSW, competing at the SkillsUSA National Convention, to enrolling in top film programs like USC Cinematic Arts, University of Texas, and University of North Texas. Many have gone on to produce for Netflix, TEDx, and independent studios around the country.
In my classroom, I work hard to build a culture where students learn with and from each other. They lift each other up, share their skills, and grow together as storytellers and creators. It’s this supportive, collaborative spirit that makes the real magic happen.
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