A Message From Our Team
Our program tracks are designed to inspire the next generation of digital pioneers by blending technical mastery with boundless creativity. We believe that every child and teen has a unique voice waiting to be discovered through drone piloting, filmmaking, or digital storytelling. Our mission is to provide the tools, mentorship, and community needed to turn young creators into confident leaders of the future.
Exploring New Worlds Every Week
Each week at Voyagers Universe, we dive into a brand-new theme that serves as a compass for our projects and activities. From technical drone mastery to creative comic world-building, our themes rotate regularly, ensuring that kids have the opportunity to explore a diverse range of skills and discover where their true passions lie.
DRONE CREW: THE SKY IS NO LONGER THE LIMIT
Master the skies with Drone Crew. This intensive track transforms enthusiasts into professional pilots, blending technical mastery with creative vision. Whether you're chasing the perfect cinematic shot or preparing for FAA certification, your journey to the stratosphere starts here.
FAA Part 107 Preparation
Get ready for the skies with training on federal regulations, weather, and airspace safety.
Aerial Cinematography
Learn the art of movement. Master dynamic flight paths to capture professional-grade sequences.
Safety & Protocols
Precision is key. We cover checklists, emergency procedures, and responsible pilot ethics.
Portfolio Building
Exit the track with a professional reel showcasing your technical and creative fly skills.
MOBILE FILMMAKING: CINEMA IN YOUR POCKET
Step into the director’s chair—right from your phone. Mobile Filmmaking at Voyagers Universe is a smartphone cinema track for ages 10–18 where you’ll learn to plan, shoot, and share powerful stories. You’ll practice visual storytelling, framing, and sound, then dive into editing to cut scenes, add music, and polish your films. Create short films and mini-documentaries, learn how to submit to youth film festivals, and leave with a reel you’ll be proud to show the world.
Smartphone Cinematography
Learn professional framing, lighting, and sound techniques using only your mobile device.
Visual Storytelling
Practice the art of narrative. Plan shots that evoke emotion and drive a compelling story forward.
Mobile Editing Mastery
Dive into post-production. Cut scenes, sync audio, add music, and polish your reels on the go.
Festival Submission
Learn the ropes of film festivals and how to submit your work for broad visibility.
VNN: VOYAGERS NEWS NETWORK
Step into the newsroom and become the voice of your community. VNN—Voyagers News Network—is a student-run broadcast journalism program for ages 10–18 where you’ll learn how real news is made. Plan and produce news segments, practice on-camera confidence and clear delivery, and work behind the scenes on scripting, filming, and editing. Explore how to share stories across platforms—from live-style broadcasts to social clips—and build a portfolio that shows you can inform, inspire, and lead.
Broadcast Production
Learn to handle professional gear, script stories, and produce news segments that matter.
SPORTS MEDIA INTEGRATION
Take your love of the game behind the scenes. Sports Media Integration is a sports journalism and broadcasting track for ages 12–18 where you’ll learn how cover the action like a pro. Practice game-day coverage, sideline reporting, and play-by-play commentary, then step into the edit bay to cut highlights, build hype reels, and prep content for live streams. Learn how sports media teams work on multiple platforms so you can tell the story of every big moment—on and off the field.
COMIC CON UNIVERSE
Step into a universe of your own making. Comic Con Universe is a creative arts track for ages 8–18 where you’ll bring original characters and worlds to life. Sketch heroes, villains, and creatures, then build the stories and settings they live in through guided world-building. Learn the basics of cosplay creation—from props to costume details—and work with your crew to plan and host mini Comic Con-style events. Leave with a portfolio of art, stories, and cosplay moments that feel straight out of your favorite fandom.
AFTER-SCHOOL PIPELINE
Ages 8–14 | Introductory Creative Media Program
Start your creative journey after the bell rings. The After-School Pipeline is an introductory creative media program for ages 8–14 that helps you discover what you love—film, news, comics, or sports media—while building rock-solid fundamentals. Learn storytelling, collaboration, and on-set basics in a low-pressure, high-fun environment, then sample projects from Voyagers’ advanced tracks. By the time you’re ready to level up into Drone Crew, Mobile Filmmaking, VNN, Sports Media Integration, or Comic Con Universe, you’ll already have the skills and confidence to thrive.
Foundation for Advanced Tracks
Sample media projects and build the core skills needed to level up into our specialized career tracks.
BROADCAST NEWS • JOURNALISM • VNN NETWORK • STUDENT VOICES • LIVE PRODUCTION • PORTFOLIO BUILDING • SPORTS MEDIA • SIDELINE REPORTING • COMIC CON • CHARACTER DESIGN • AFTER-SCHOOL PIPELINE • FUNDAMENTALS •
Bridgeport Drama Club x Voyagers
Exciting news for our creative community! Bridgeport Drama Club is now the official Drama Performance Track inside Voyagers Creative Adventure Camp. We’re inviting all aspiring actors and storytellers to step into the spotlight and explore the magic of the stage in a welcoming, high-energy environment.
Acting & Character Creation
Students dive into character development, learning how to bring unique voices and movements to life through acting exercises and creative storytelling.
Theme-Based Projects
Our performance projects directly connect to the weekly Voyagers themes, ensuring every drama session is a fresh adventure that builds teamwork and confidence.
Why Mobile Filmmaking?
Professional-Grade Cameras
Smartphones shoot 4K and cinematic video used in real productions.
Safe and Supervised
No personal social media needed, all work done on supervised devices in instructor-led sessions.
Industry-Standard Editing
Free apps like CapCut, iMovie, and DaVinci Resolve match Hollywood tools.
Real Skills for the Real World
Framing, lighting, audio, storytelling, and publishing from a device they already own.