Filmmaking course to be held in Batesville April 11

(BATESVILLE, Ind.) – An immersive filmmaking course will be held in Batesville on April 11. 

It will be hosted by Genesis: Pathways to Success and aspiring filmmakers and creative individuals of all skillsets are encouraged to attend. Participants must be 13 or older. 

The course will be led by Joe Herbert who was the co-creator of the 2009 Doritos “Crash the Super Bowl” commercial winner. 

“Designed for those looking to turn ideas into impactful visual stories, the experience walks participants through the full indie filmmaking process, from concept to completion, blending storytelling, strategy, and real-world application with a focus on short-form filmmaking,” organizers said. 

Participants will explore writing and storytelling, producing with limited resources, building and leading a collaborative filmmaking team, and developing a strong pre-production strategy.  The experience also covers casting, directing actors and crew, and the creative and psychological mindset required to bring a film to life.  

In addition, a dedicated segment will focus on Southeastern Indiana’s 48 Hour Filmmakers Challenge, providing practical insight into how to successfully create a compelling short film under tight time constraints—skills that translate directly to fast-paced, real-world filmmaking environments.

“This experience is about more than learning filmmaking—it’s about stepping into the creative process and discovering what’s possible. Participants won’t just hear about filmmaking—they’ll actively engage in it," said Clarice Gordon, Executive Director of Genesis: Pathways to Success. 

The course costs $150 and the registration deadline is April 7. You can register by clicking here. 

It will take place at the Gibson Theater from 8-4 p.m. on Saturday, April 11. There will also be a pre-event gathering from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Amack's Well on April 8.