Filmmaking Resources

Welcome to our Filmmaking Resources section—a curated collection of tools and guides our students consistently use to make films, submit to festivals, and build strong portfolios for top film schools. These resources have helped our students achieve success in film festivals and earn admission to some of the best film programs in the country.

Awards Programs

Afterschool Programs

Pre-College Online Programs

Film Festivals

Misc.

  • BAVC Workshops: hosts workshops on audio, to developing analog film, and more, in addition to fellowship programs and industry professional Q&A’s
  • CALFILM Institute: Subscribe to their newsletter to get access to screenings + Q&A’s. Previous screenings include Wicked with a Q&A with Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, and Pinnocnio with a Q&A with Guillermo Del Toro
  • ScreenSlate: Unique movie screening opprotunites by indepedent tehaters. Make sure you’ve selected “SF Bay Area” Listings