Mr. Rob
Professional Videographer & Storyteller
- 10+ years videography
- Film, games & storytelling
Specialties: Film · Creative Writing
Why Mr. Rob teaches here
Hello! I'm Robert, a professional videographer with over a decade of experience bringing stories to life behind the camera. I've always been fascinated by the art of storytelling, whether it's through film, television, video games, or creative writing.
When I'm not working on video projects, you'll probably find me exploring history, learning about space, diving into a new game, or discovering some other fascinating topic. I love sharing that sense of curiosity with my students and helping them find subjects that spark their own excitement.
My goal is to create a welcoming, supportive environment where students feel comfortable being themselves, asking questions, sharing ideas, and exploring their creativity. Whether we're analyzing stories, learning new skills, or creating something entirely original, I want students to discover that learning can be both fun and rewarding.
Most importantly, I hope every student leaves class not only with new knowledge and creative skills, but also with greater confidence in their own unique way of thinking and learning. Some of the world's most interesting ideas come from people who see things differently—and I can't wait to see what your child creates!
What students experience in Mr. Rob's classes
High Engagement
Mr. Rob is a professional videographer who teaches across the things he is genuinely obsessed with, from filmmaking and screenwriting to video game history, folklore and cryptids, and planning a space mission. Whatever the subject, his students are making and doing, shooting and cutting their own films or mapping out a mission of their own, rather than just hearing about how it is done.
Intellectual Safety
His goal is a welcoming room where students feel comfortable being themselves, asking questions, and sharing half-formed ideas. The deeper he goes into the strange and fascinating, from local cryptids to the cosmos, the more an odd question or an unproven theory becomes exactly where the learning starts.
True Belonging
Mr. Rob believes some of the world's most interesting ideas come from people who see things differently, and he gathers the kids who do. He wants every student to leave with real skills and real confidence in their own way of thinking.
The right mentor can change everything.
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Discover the courses and camps Mr. Rob teaches.
Astronomy & Satellites
Do you have a passion for space? Have you ever wondered how astronauts reach the stars, how satellit ...
Cryptozoology
Do you love the weird and wonderful? Are you fascinated by tales of mysterious monsters, legendary b ...
Folklore
Do you love legends, myths, fairytales, and epic adventures? Have you ever wondered why cultures tel ...
Civil War & Lincoln
Try It From The Inside Satisfaction Guarantee: Our Promise To You: If you’re not 100% in love with t ...
Filmmaking Masterclass
This hands-on filmmaking master class is designed specifically for students who are passionate about ...
Video Game History
Do you love video games? Have you ever wondered how we went from simple pixelated adventures to the ...
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Who is this for?
Gifted, twice-exceptional, and differently-wired students, including kids with ADHD, autism, giftedness, anxiety, dyslexia, and PDA. No diagnosis required. If your child is clever, quirky, and hasn't found their people yet, they belong here. About 65% of our families homeschool. The rest use us alongside traditional or charter schools.
Is this a low-demand environment?
Yes. Enrichment courses have no grades and no traditional homework. However, for-credit courses include assignments and letter grades. Cameras always optional. Challenge by choice. Students are never cold-called, never forced to participate, and never penalized for how they choose to engage. For students with PDA, demand avoidance, or anxiety, this is the difference between a program they resist and one they ask to log into.
How much does it cost?
Semester courses start at $624. Summer camps are $149–$169 per camp. Payment plans, sibling discounts, referral credits, and ESA/charter funding accepted. We're an approved vendor with 10+ state ESA programs.
Will my child actually make friends?
This is the part that surprises parents most. Your child joins a course about something they love and meets 6–8 kids who love it too. Same group all semester (or all week for camps). Parents tell us their children are more connected with this community than with anyone physically around them. 93% of families re-enroll because their kids won't let them stop.
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What do parents get?
Virtual Coffee & Connect hours every couple of weeks. Regular Expert Talks with leaders like Seth Perler, Debbie Reber, and Dr. Temple Grandin. A Facebook group where families connect and support each other. Progress updates from mentors. And the ability to watch your child's courses anytime (just stay off camera). You're not just enrolling your child. You're joining a village.