LENS LAB SERIES
The Lens Lab Series offers a blend of free and paid workshops designed to nurture aspiring filmmakers.
This innovative series provides a dynamic platform for budding storytellers
to hone their craft, guided by industry professionals.
This innovative series provides a dynamic platform for budding storytellers
to hone their craft, guided by industry professionals.
lens lab: take 1 | ONE day filmmaking challenge
Lens Lab: Take 1 is an immersive 1-day filmmaking challenge for aspiring creatives aged 17–24. Hosted by Leverage Lens, this hands-on workshop invites participants to dive into the world of filmmaking through real-time collaboration, guided mentorship, and the opportunity to create a short film in just one day.
Participants will work in small teams on one of four project types — music video, documentary, narrative film, web-series or commercial — with each group mentored by an experienced industry professional. This is a unique chance to build your skills, expand your portfolio, and connect with other young creatives in a fast-paced, supportive environment.
📍 Date & Time:
Saturday, June 8, 2025 | 12 PM – 8 PM
📍 Location:
Location A Studios – 777 Richmond St. W, Toronto
Only 40 spots are available. Apply now to be considered!
Application date closes June 3rd, 2025, 11:59PM
Lens Lab: digital storytelling
Leverage Lens introduced our very first free workshop, Digital Storytelling, a part of our Lens Lab Series!🎥
Watch the full recap video below. Participants got the opportunity to unlock the art of documentary filmmaking with our hands-on workshop supported by ToLSO! Facilitated by award-winning documentary filmmaker, Selina McCallum, participants learned the fundamentals of interviewing techniques and crafting compelling narratives.
Filmmaker, Shannon Joseph demonstrated different ways to light a subject to achieve the mood of the interview. This was perfect for aspiring filmmakers looking to enhance their skills and bring their stories to life on screen.
Watch the full recap video below. Participants got the opportunity to unlock the art of documentary filmmaking with our hands-on workshop supported by ToLSO! Facilitated by award-winning documentary filmmaker, Selina McCallum, participants learned the fundamentals of interviewing techniques and crafting compelling narratives.
Filmmaker, Shannon Joseph demonstrated different ways to light a subject to achieve the mood of the interview. This was perfect for aspiring filmmakers looking to enhance their skills and bring their stories to life on screen.