Al Moviemaking: Script, Prompt and Release a Mini-Film in 2 Days
Create a short film using AI—no crew, no camera, just your story and your screen.
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Join over 7,000 AI creators who’ve launched products through School at Night, an initiative by The Black upStart designed to teach you how to build digital creations and build businesses using artificial intelligence.
In this high-impact virtual class, you’ll learn how to use three AI technologies to produce scroll stopping, attention grabbing, viral worthy very short films using one of the most advanced AI video tools available. Together we will bring powerful stories to life—without actors, cameras, or fancy equipment. If you’ve ever wanted to produce a move like David vs. Goliath as a slow-motion standoff on a city basketball court, a comedy about Keisha vs. Karen or a love story rivaling Love Jones - this class is for you.
This is a hands-on virtual class that is consistently paced. A basic understanding of G-Suite, Microsoft Word / Google Docs, 30 WPM typing speed, and the ability to think creatively and independently is required.
Here's What You'll Learn:
- Write Scroll-Stopping Scripts using large language models like ChatGPT, engineered for short-form impact and viral storytelling.
- Convert Prompts to Production by transforming AI-generated scripts into cinematic short clips that stack together into a full-fledged visual narrative.
- Generate Studio-Quality Footage with Google Veo 3, Google’s cutting-edge generative video tool, using prompt engineering and visual style tags.
- Direct Like a Pro by choosing camera angles, cinematic sequences, voiceovers, and emotionally charged transitions that slap on every platform.
- Edit Seamlessly Across Platforms—cut, refine, and optimize your film for TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram Reels with built-in pacing strategies.
- Infuse Every Frame with Culture using AI-assisted scene optimization to embed emotional beats, cultural cues, and narrative rhythm that resonates.
- Publish for Profit & Popularity—use your final output to gain followers, license your content, pitch branded shorts, or grow a film portfolio.
- Apply the V.E.O.™ Method—our proprietary system for Visual Emotion Optimization™, designed to analyze, grade, and regenerate your scenes for max virality.
Whether you’re creating faith-based shorts, hood fables with a message, or family-centered content that stirs the soul—this class gives you the skills to do it fast, affordably, and beautifully.
Class Day 1 (Tuesday, August 5): 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM ET
Class Day 2 (Thursday, August 7): 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM ET
BONUS Class Day 3 (Saturday, August 16): 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM ET
Class Requirements:
- Laptop
- Mobile phone
- AI Software (ChatGPT, Canva, Google Flow - Veo3 Model)
- Gmail account
- Hustle
Special Note:
To fully participate and build alongside Professor Kez, you'll need to purchase AI technology. Please note, this is an additional cost not covered by the class tuition. Classroom instructions will be sent at least 48 hours before the class along with the Zoom link. Please see FAQ for estimated, additional costs.
Your Instructor:
Guided by Kezia M. Williams, known as "Professor Kez," you'll be learning from an educator with over decade experience who is also passionate about leveraging AI for business growth.
We have a no refunds policy. Please contact us about a possible class transfer (no guarantee).
Learn how to master the robot, before the robot learns to master you!
Frequently asked questions
We do not offer refunds. Please read through the entire class description before making your purchase and reach out to us at class@theblackupstart.com with questions. In rare instances, we will offer an opportunity to transfer your ticket to another class. However, this must be approved.
We send the link to class at least 24 - 48 hours before class to all registered, verified attendees.
Yes, you do need to purchase AI software in order to participate in class. This cost is not included in tuition. We will send a list of the necessary software from the following email address within 48 hours of class: class@theblackupstart.com
Due to the changing nature of AI, and the rate at which our curriculum is updated in order to include new changes and shifts from the software that we use, the replay will only be available for 45 days after class. It must be purchased before class, and is available afterward for sale.
The BONUS Class will give you exclusive access to concierge support from experienced AI professionals. During the BONUS Class, the teacher will recap the lesson and introduces new tips, techniques and skills to help launch your hustle faster and better. This BONUS Class will be sent after class.
Films will be produced based on their ability to go viral on social media platforms with the goal of producing 1-3 minute videos that can tell a story over a period of time as part of a series. Example: https://www.tiktok.com/@keziamw/video/7529185816229219615
The worksheet is included as part of the Valedictorian VIP level only. For those on the Dean's List, the worksheet is available for purchase.