High school students from across the U.S. collaborate through filmmaking to explore the "crossroads" we're at as a nation — and where we go from here.
Why This Matters
+ Builds empathy across differences
+ Connects students nationwide
+ Empowers youth voice
Program Snapshot
+ Virtual Workshops — Live sessions guided by Filmbuilding Facilitators
+ Team collaborations — Students work in small groups across regions
+ Creation & Showcase — Groups produce short collaborative films
Free for all students.
Minimal effort required from educators.
Workshop Calendar
(with respective timezones)
Student Commitment
+ Attend all virtual sessions
+ Participate in team work
+ Contribute between sessions
Community Coordinator Role
+ Identify 2-4 students to participate
+ Confirm student availability
+ Serve as a light-touch liaison
+ Total effort: under one hour
Filmbuilding handles everything else.
Ready to confirm your participation?
If this feels like a good fit, please fill out our short Partner Confirmation Form below. This locks in your students and your role as Community Coordinator.
Have Questions?
Email us at info@filmbuilding.org
Workshop Details
+ Open to high school students in the United States
+ No media experience required
+ Space limited to 16 students
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+ Runs for two consecutive weeks in late June/early July, 2026
+ Online check-ins @ 1-3p EST / 12-2p CST /11a-1p MST /10a-12p PST
+ Commitment of about 15 hours per week
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+ Combination of online group gatherings and offline filming
+ Virtual screening premiere on July 3, 2026
+ Participants need recording device (smartphones recommended)
+ Participants need access to stable internet connection for Zoom
+ Filmbuilding provides the rest
Participant Fee
$0
Workshop Registration
1. Register as a Filmbuilding Proctor here (schools, orgs or parents only!)
2. Ensure your student(s) can successfully take part in workshop
1. Can they make the online Orientation and Check-in dates?
2. Do they have access to a computer with internet for Zoom?
3. Do they have access to a recording device (like a smartphone)?
3. Register your student(s) as Filmbuilders below
Plug in ASAP before our seats fill !
(first come, first served)