Wicked Truth

Through the Wicked Truth Technology Apprenticeship Program, participants learn the theory and practice of digital filmmaking. Youth engage in all aspects of the film production process, from pre-production through editing and post-production, growing their skills through interactive, hands-on workshops and seminars.

Wicked Truth participants learn the basics of camera handling, story development, directing, editing and other key components of the filmmaking process. Through this program, youth develop a portfolio of original short films, as well as developing and reinforcing soft skills such as teamwork, leadership, conflict resolution, and more. The training program is a paid apprenticeship, carrying the same expectations and requirements as any other job opportunity and providing youth with early work experience while they develop advanced skills.

The Application for Spring 2012 is now online! Students may apply any time between now and February 2012./strong> Contact Ryan Meher at 773.506.7474 x245 or Alexis Jennings at 773.506.7474 x239 for more information. Spring 2012 sessions run from February through April, Monday and Wednesday 4:00-7:00pm, and Friday from 4-6.

Check out the Spring 2011 Films on our YouTube Channel -
MAINstreamed, which questions the portrayal of youth by the news media and influence of the entertainment industry
F.O.O.D., which exposes misconceptions about healthy eating and access to healthy food choices
and Contagious, a film that goes inside Chicago Public Schools to ask students, parents and teachers tough questions about sexual health education.

Students from previous sessions explain what Wicked Truth is in our introductory video below.

What's the Story?