Join the 2025 Teen Filmmaker Lab!

Calling All Aspiring Filmmakers! Are you passionate about storytelling and filmmaking? Do you dream of seeing your work on the big screen? If you're between if you13-19 years old, have a passion for filmmaking, and live in the Portland or Seattle area, this is your chance to take your skills to the next level!

What is the Teen Filmmaker Lab?

The NW Film Camp Teen Filmmaker Lab is an intensive, multi-season program designed for young filmmakers in the Pacific Northwest. Supported by grants, donors, and industry partners, this free program provides hands-on training in all aspects of filmmaking—from scriptwriting to production and distribution. Participants will collaborate both online and in-person in Seattle and Portland.

Program Breakdown

Winter (Pre-Production)

  • Develop scripts, pitch decks, storyboards, and production plans

  • Gain essential pre-production skills to shape your vision

  • Deadline to apply: February 15, 2025

Spring (Production Prep)

  • Budgeting, casting, and crew assembly

  • Location scouting and table readings

  • Learn hands-on industry techniques

Summer (Filmmaking & Premiere)

  • Film production, editing, and mastering

  • Festival submissions and public screenings

  • Real-world experience with professional collaborations

Exclusive Opportunities

  • Produce Short Films in partnership with Cherry Street Films

  • Work alongside industry professionals and local film companies

  • Gain real-world experience and festival exposure

  • Join our Youth Advisory Board & Production Council

  • Tuition-Free! Limited spots available for dedicated teen filmmakers

Why Apply?

  • Hands-On Training: Learn from industry experts.

  • Networking: Connect with mentors and peers.

  • Professional Experience: Work on real film projects.

  • Career Exposure: Your films could premiere at festivals!

Apply Now!

Spots are limited and priority is given to committed participants. If you're ready to take your filmmaking to the next level, apply today! The program begins in February 2025—don’t miss this opportunity to bring your creative vision to life!

The NW Film Camp Teen Filmmaker Lab is generously funded in part by arts grants, fiscal sponsors, partners and dedicated donors like you!

Special Thanks To Our Supporters!

This project was supported, in part, by a grant from 4Culture.

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From Camp to Creation: NW Film Camp Alumni Embark on 2 Short Film Productions
From Camp to Creation: NW Film Camp Alumni Embark on 2 Short Film Productions

NW Film Camp has long been a fun and creative space for aspiring filmmakers and content creators in the Pacific Northwest, providing a nurturing environment for teens to make new friends, explore different rolls and experiment with different ideas while honing their craft. Now, as our Advanced Camp alumni move forward with the production of two short films, they carry with them the skills and experiences gained during their time at the camp.