FRIDAY BLEND PRESENTS: FILMFEST 2026
Timeline:
Accepted submissions announced June 15th (Start advertising accepted films by July 1st)
FilmFest Rehearsal: August 6th, 2026
FilmFest Event Date: August 7th, 2026
DESCRIPTION:
What is FilmFest? FilmFest is created for students, by students. It exists to give student filmmakers and early-career creatives in Central Florida a high-quality, accessible stage to share their work and find their people. Filmmakers and volunteers alike, build the kind of confidence and experience that prepares them for higher-stakes moments ahead. It is not about being recognized by the industry yet. It is about learning what it feels like to show up professionally, so that when the bigger moments come, they’ll be ready.
Using an established platform through the Veteran Student Union, we host a full awards show experience at the Orlando Health Fortress, a growing community of filmmakers, faculty, alumni, and industry supporters. Creating a meaningful milestone for every student who submits their work.
WHAT: Friday Blend presents: FILMFEST
WHEN: Friday, June 19, 2026
9:00 am: Setup and Networking
9:30 am: In-seat attendance (all campus students)
WHERE: Bldg. FS1-126A
WHO: Roxanne “Roxi” Storts-Berio / VSU Community Manager & Marketing Coordinator / rmstortsberio@student.fullsail.edu / Connect with us at https://linktr.ee/veteranstudentunion
FILMFEST Expectations:
We are looking for students that want to add campaign design work to their portfolio in the early stages of advertising this event. Marketing towards several target audiences, we would like to have department heads that will push our campaigns forward. Students can contribute to pre-show marketing and real-time event coverage.
Positions needed pre-show:
o Social Media Manager x1 Content creation, platform management, real-time event coverage
o Media Crew x5 Shot list creation, basic social editing knowledge, communication
o Marketing Director x1 Campaign planning, multi-week pre-show marketing strategy, brand consistency
Positions needed during the show:
o Main Host x1 Stage presence, clear speaking, confidence, good timing, research and interview skills, active listening
o Host x3 Red carpet, raffle, panel moderator, understudy roles; stage presence and ability to guide discussions required
