About us
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Hi I'm Lizzy!
I created Squishy Banana Studios and Cinecrate to give kids and teens a way to express themselves and celebrate their inner superstars. With a background in childcare and a career in the Austin film industry, I felt there was a lack of creative outlet for our youth. I got my start at the Texas Film Commission and worked for Terrence Malick for quite a few years. I then set out on my own into the freelancing world, working on a number of commercials and feature length films in casting, locations, and production. We've been creating movies and dance moves since the spring of 2013. We'd love to create some movie magic and celebrate with you! |
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Miss JoAnna joined us fall 2018 and we couldn't be more exited for to join the crew! She studied Film and TV at the University of Texas in Austin and earned a minor in Theatre. She has worked on various tv shows and independent films locally, and worked on America's Got Talent for a season in NYC and Chicago. She loves working with kids, karaokes way too often, and is a very pumped future step-mom.
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Frequently Asked Questions |
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What ages do you cater toward?
Our services are geared towards kids and teens ages 5-18. Our Karaoke parties are great for any ages, even the littles who can't quite read yet, as long as there are some bigger kids involved. Filmmaking works great for ages 5 and above.
Where are you located?
Our parties are mobile, meaning we come to your location. Each camp and class has a different location, area listed near each event.
Does Squishy Banana Studios provide their own equipment?
Yep! For Karaoke, we bring a sound system, microphones, song books, monitor for lyrics, and party lights. For film, we film on our own cameras and provide everything technical. We edit using iMovie. We may ask parents to provide a few props or costumes depending on what our filmmakers come up with.
What will my child do during film camps and classes?
Each filmmaking experience is completely different and puts the control in the hands of the student. We write, direct, act, edit, and produce each short film completely from start to finish.
How does this filmmaking experience compare to others?
We believe in learning by doing. This isn't any other class with an instructor and a lesson. Our filmmaking students get right in the action, creating a movie masterpiece from scratch and getting to see all their hard work on the big screen.
My child is shy. Will they fit in?
We pride ourselves in creating a safe and open environment where kids feel safe expressing themselves. No child gets left out, and each gets a chance to unleash their creative side while gaining confidence in the process.
Why Squishy Banana Studios?
Where else can you get the one-on-one creative experience with a video that captures this special time in your child's life?
Our services are geared towards kids and teens ages 5-18. Our Karaoke parties are great for any ages, even the littles who can't quite read yet, as long as there are some bigger kids involved. Filmmaking works great for ages 5 and above.
Where are you located?
Our parties are mobile, meaning we come to your location. Each camp and class has a different location, area listed near each event.
Does Squishy Banana Studios provide their own equipment?
Yep! For Karaoke, we bring a sound system, microphones, song books, monitor for lyrics, and party lights. For film, we film on our own cameras and provide everything technical. We edit using iMovie. We may ask parents to provide a few props or costumes depending on what our filmmakers come up with.
What will my child do during film camps and classes?
Each filmmaking experience is completely different and puts the control in the hands of the student. We write, direct, act, edit, and produce each short film completely from start to finish.
How does this filmmaking experience compare to others?
We believe in learning by doing. This isn't any other class with an instructor and a lesson. Our filmmaking students get right in the action, creating a movie masterpiece from scratch and getting to see all their hard work on the big screen.
My child is shy. Will they fit in?
We pride ourselves in creating a safe and open environment where kids feel safe expressing themselves. No child gets left out, and each gets a chance to unleash their creative side while gaining confidence in the process.
Why Squishy Banana Studios?
Where else can you get the one-on-one creative experience with a video that captures this special time in your child's life?