We're helping educate the next generation of Arizona filmmaker.

We're not just a festival. Through the Phoenix Film Foundation and IFP Phoenix, we offer educational outreach programs, filmmaking seminars, continuing educational programs for adults, film programs for middle and high school students, summer camps, and even a day of films and activities specifically designed for children at the Phoenix Film Festival!  

YOUTH PROGRAMS

Kids' Day

Kids’ Day is a free event for children of all ages to come out and experience the Phoenix Film Festival. The whole family will get an introduction to the art of film with a series of age-appropriate hands-on activity stations focusing on different aspects of film production. Check back in early 2025 for more info on our next Kids’ Day event!

 

 

Middle / High School Workshops

Students in Middle and High School are encouraged to participate in exciting, film related educational activities during the Phoenix Film Festival. Educators are invited to bring groups of students for one or multiple days. Join us for one or multiple exciting workshops! Check back in 2025 fore more information on how to register.

 

Film Summer Camp

Another school year may have wrapped up, but now students in middle and high school can hone their filmmaking skills in the summer! Through hands-on learning, students actively participate in the technical elements of digital filmmaking from pre- to post-production. At the end of the summer, each camp's film makes its big screen premiere at the Harkins Scottsdale 101! 

CONTINUING EDUCATION

PFF Panel Discussions

Our FREE weekend educational workshops are open to the public and designed to enhance your Festival experience by bringing together filmmakers, film lovers and industry professionals. Be sure to check out our 2025 events schedule when it becomes available for more information on the full schedule of panel topics that will be hosted at the 2025 Phoenix Film Festival.

The Phoenix Film Festival is known for the high-quality educational events that include everyone from our youngest children, through the most seasoned film professionals.  All of our educational programs are sponsored by IFP Phoenix.

To find out more about IFP Phoenix and to become a member, please visit www.ifpphx.org.

Donate to the Phoenix Film Foundation.

Help us continue our mission of promoting independent film in Arizona by donating today!

Phoenix Film Foundation

7000 E. Mayo Blvd., #1059
Phoenix, AZ  85054               480-513-3195

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The Phoenix Film Festival is a program under the 501(c)3 non-profit organization Phoenix Film Foundation, and is a sibling of the Phoenix Film Society, International Horror and Sci-Fi Film Festival, Peoria Film Fest, IFP/Phoenix, Arizona Student Film Festival and Phoenix Critics Circle. The Phoenix Film Foundation is dedicated to promoting diversity and education in the arts, elevating underrepresented voices, and driving the growth of independent film in Arizona. Through film showcases and accessible educational initiatives, we cultivate a vibrant, inclusive cinematic community, utilizing it as a catalyst for personal growth, creative expression, and positive social change.

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