CAP Studios is a production-driven film club where members actually make short films from start to finish every semester, spanning genres from horror to comedy to experimental drama. New members go through a four-week 'Dev Month' where they produce a short film screened to the Berkeley community. The club also runs a commercial branch, the Special Projects Group, that produces corporate videos and brand content for Bay Area clients. Roles span directing, writing, cinematography, sound, music, makeup, and producing.
ApplicationsApplication CLOSED for Spring 2026
100+
Active members
30
Short films produced per semester (around 6 hours of content)
2018
Founded
4
New member development period length in weeks (Dev Month)
Events They Host
Semester Film Screening
Short films produced each semester are screened to the Berkeley community. New member Dev Month films are also screened publicly.
Calapalooza
The club tables at Calapalooza, the bi-annual student involvement fair on Sproul.
Member Experiences
Applicant Social
Prospective members can hear directly from current members about their projects and experiences. Listed as January 30, 7:00-9:00pm at VLSB Lawn for Spring 2026 cycle.
CAP Studios Socials
Members of the Actor's Guild are invited to select CAP Studios socials and meetings. General socials are referenced but not described in detail.