Lights, Camera, Sic 'Em!

The media production and film industry in the Peach State is booming!

According to Georgia.org, "With its temperate climate, great variety of locations, the world's busiest airport (Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport), large crew base, and pro-business focus, Georgia is now a leading destination in the world of media production and filming."

Georgia has been home to various projects, such as feature films, television, movies, reality shows and television series. With that each year, the media production and film industry brings in over $5 billion to Georgia's economy!

So, from the growing media production and film industry along with the only high school Film Academy in the country, at Central Film Academy, right across the street from us, we have a unique opportunity to have an A/V Broadcast & Film Connection here at Otwell Middle School!

Exploring A/V Broadcast & Film Course Description: In this hands-on course, students dive into the world of audio/video production, broadcast journalism, podcasting, and digital storytelling. Whether it’s anchoring our weekly school news show, editing a student-led video podcast, or producing short films and interviews, students learn by doing—on real projects, with real impact! Throughout the year, students will:

• Develop media skills using industry-standard equipment and editing tools
• Write scripts, plan productions, and lead filming sessions
• Collaborate in studio teams to create content for Sic ’Em Studios (SES)
• Launch their own podcasts, cover campus events, and build creative confidence
• Explore careers in film, broadcast, journalism, and digital media
• Share their voice and ideas with the Otwell community and beyond

This course is more than just learning media—it's about creating it!
No experience needed—just creativity, collaboration, and a passion for storytelling!

Check out how Otwell Middle School is breaking into the world of A/V & Broadcasting!

Bulldawgs Unleashed 

Where it all began! The Bulldawgs Unleashed podcast started in the Fall of 2022 with myself and Otwell Middle School's Educational Technology Coach David Miller. Listeners are given a weekly glimpse into the staff, students, and our Otwell community.

Bulldawgs Unleashed is also home to the FIRST and ONLY Video Podcast in Forsyth County Schools history! 

Dawg Talk

Presenting the FIRST and ONLY entirely student-led podcast in any middle school in Forsyth County Schools that provides the student voice for Otwell Middle School students. From the name of the show, logo, to pre and post production, 100% student-led. By the students for the students!

Season I (Audio Podcast)

Season I | Episode 1

Season I | Episode 2

Season I | Episode 3 

Season I | Episode 4

Season I | Episode 5

Season I | Episode 6

Season I | Episode 7

Season I | Episode 8

Season II (Video Podcast)

Season II | Episode 1

Season II | Episode 2

Season II | Episode 3

Season II | Episode 4

Bulldog Bites

A student-led podcast that keeps you informed of the highlights happening each week at Otwell Middle School.

Season II | Episode 1

Season II | Episode 2

Season II | Episode 3

Season II | Episode 4

Season II | Episode 5

Season II | Episode 6

Season II | Episode 7

Season II | Episode 8

Season II | Episode 9

Season II | Episode 10

Season II | Episode 11

Season II | Episode 12

Season II | Episode 13

Season II | Episode 14

Season II | Episode 15

Season II | Episode 16

ONN (Otwell News Network)

The ONN student broadcast team brings our school community the latest news from within Otwell Middle School.

Check out the collaboration ONN did with the Central Film Academy to create our OMS Welcome video

Otwell just turned 50! Check out this video that celebrates Otwell's rich history and tradition!

In the News with...

Our DAWG Talk students spotlighted in GA Entertainment magazine (pg. 52)

https://www.georgiaentertainment.com/2024/10/feature-all-in-on-innovation/

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/georgiaentertainment_georgiaentertainment-creativeindustries-georgiainnovation-activity-7254240469457555457-JbEA?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jezlanmoyet_georgiaentertainment-activity-7174178156772216833-V-84?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/HcosvWkyNHKuNrrp/

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/KEKxhL3T5Cuy61Gz/

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/randy-davidson-04a4313_georgias-future-creative-workforce-activity-7270097128629141504-KRHF?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

https://www.georgiaentertainment.com/2024/12/otwell-middle-school-georgias-future-creative-workforce/

Student Showcase

Check out projects below by our very own A/V Otwell students!:

Fears

The Amazon Box Adventure

Pepsi Ad

There is No Way Out

Adidas at the Library

Elite Sic 'Em Studios Sponsors

*Sponsorship Flyer

Our Bulldogs in ACTION in Sic' Em Studios!

Dr. Greg Walkup

A/V Broadcast & Film teacher

 gwalkup@forsyth.k12.ga.us  

Instagram: @SicEmStudios