2025-2026 SC Young Filmmakers Project is now open

THE SOUTH CAROLINA YOUNG FILMMAKERS PROJECT is a film making competition open to all high school students in the state, from the South Carolina Film Commission and Trident Technical College.

Introducing the next generation to careers and skills in professional video production, participating students must create a short film (two minutes max) telling a cinematic story in any genre, following all rules and this year’s Creative Challenge — use a MEGAPHONE as a prop.

Entries are due by midnight on February 9, 2026.

The films will be scored by a panel of independent judges. Top Ten scorers will screen at a special program where winners will be announced. First Prize receives $750, Second Prize $500, and Third Prize $250.

Get all information here, including entry form.