Honolulu Film Camp is an immersive, hands-on filmmaking experience designed to empower young storytellers—especially those from Native Hawaiian and Micronesian communities—by providing them with the tools, confidence, and mentorship to share their voices.
Honolulu Summer Film Camp June 2-6
🚀 Ages: 13-17
📽 Dates: June 2-6, 2025
⏰ Time: 9am - 2:30pm
📍 Location: Entrepreneurs Sandbox, 643 Ilalo St, Honolulu, HI 96813, USA
💰 Cost: Free (application required / below)
Honolulu Film Camp 2025: Nurturing Culture, Empowering Community
Funded by the Ho‘opale and the DTL foundation and presented in collaboration with Cherry Street Films, Kōhina Media and Kūmau Productions, this camp is more than just a workshop. It’s a movement to elevate Hawaiʻi’s stories, nurture cultural identity, and amplify underrepresented voices in media. Join us in the Creativespace Studios at Entrepreneurs Sandbox this Summer!
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Why Attend?
Aspiring filmmakers and storytellers ages 13-17 will work alongside industry professionals, cultural experts, and experienced media makers to learn the art of storytelling through film. From concept to screen, students will gain technical skills in cinematography, editing, and digital storytelling while engaging in a supportive creative community.
Our Partners:
Kōhina Media specializes in culturally rooted storytelling and community-driven digital marketing, providing expertise in content creation, social media, and strategic communication.
Kūmau Productions nurtures the next generation of filmmakers by connecting them with experienced media professionals and craftsmen, with a strong foundation in Hawaiʻi's storytelling traditions.
Ho‘opale Foundation & DTL are dedicated to uplifting and empowering the people of Hawai‘i, supporting opportunities that blend cultural heritage with innovation in media.
Founded in 2015, Cherry Street Films was created to foster youth creativity by developing digital storytelling curriculum and nurturing creative spaces within classrooms. Through strong partnerships with community organizations and filmmakers, we empower young creators to amplify stories that matter. .
📍Location: Entrepreneurs Sandbox, 643 Ilalo St, Honolulu, HI 96813, USA
This is more than a film camp—it’s a catalyst for change, a celebration of culture, and a space for young creatives to find their voice.
Spots are limited. Apply today and be part of the next generation of storytellers shaping Hawaiʻi’s future.
Mahalo for your support in making this vision a reality!
We are excited to partner with the Entrepreneurs Sandbox! Honolulu Film Camp will be working in the Creativespace Studios. The soundstage facility that empowers both local and visiting storytellers. Located at the Entrepreneurs Sandbox in Honolulu, Hawai’i, Creative Studios is operated by State of Hawai’i CID and HTDC
