The core of F2F’s program is our filmmaking intensives. Students work in teams to create short films with instruction and mentorship from 200+ industry professionals.

We have provided four summer intensive courses: Narrative Filmmaking, Animation, Emerging Technologies (VR, AR podcasting) and Advertising. Year-round, we provide writing workshops, editing masterclasses, pitch practice and networking sessions.

Each fall, F2F also supports college-track students in developing their college applications and completing their FAFSA.

We partner with leading companies in the industry to deliver our programs, such as Lord Miller, Universal Pictures, Sony Pictures, and many more. Volunteer industry professionals give students a 360-degree view of the filmmaking industry.. They also teach life skills associated with being an artist, such as accepting feedback, overcoming disappointment and financial literacy. Speakers in our programs include leaders in their respective fields such as Kemp Powers (Writer/Director, Soul), Junkie XL (Composer, Mad Max: Fury Road), Kristen Schaal (Voice Actor, Bob’s Burgers), Will Forte (Actor, The Last Man on Earth), Thomas Kail (Director, Hamilton) and Joseph Raymond Lucero (Actor, Mayans MC).

F2F’s strong industry partnerships allow us to secure paid internships and jobs in the film industry for alumni at companies such as Netflix, NBC and CBS, and shows like Glow, Grey’s Anatomy and Brooklyn Nine-Nine. To date we have secured 126 paid opportunities for alumni, also aiding them in developing their resumes and practicing their interview skills. These well-paying positions enable F2F youth to keep their artistic talents at the center of their career.