Upcoming Events
Narrative Short Film Screenwriting Workshop
How does a movie go from "I have an idea" to an actual screenplay? In this hands-on three-hour workshop, students become a writers' room and build a short film together from scratch.
Led by filmmaker, screenwriter, and educator Randee Ramsey, students will pitch ideas, create characters, build conflict and stakes, and work together to break the story scene by scene. Along the way, they'll learn the fundamentals of story structure, character development, visual storytelling, dialogue, scene construction, and screenplay formatting.
Once the story is broken, we'll put it on the page, write scenes together, and hear the work out loud in a table read.
Students leave with a better understanding of both how stories are built and how screenplays are written—plus tools they can use to start writing their own.
No experience required. Just bring your ideas and be ready to build a story together.
Houston Media Conference 2026
Breaking Silos. Building Stories.
Now in its fourth year, the Houston Media Conference brings the region's film and media community together for four days of learning, connection, and creative exchange. Presented by the Southwest Alternate Media Project (SWAMP) and the Houston Cinema Arts Society, the conference is where Houston's storytellers come to sharpen their craft and grow their careers.
Attendees gain access to hands-on workshops led by working professionals, panel discussions with industry experts, and dedicated networking opportunities designed to spark real creative collaboration. Whether you're an emerging filmmaker, a student, or an established professional, the conference offers practical, career-building experiences to help you take your next step in the industry.
Presented by SWAMP and the Houston Cinema Arts Society, in partnership with the Houston Film Commission and Houston First.
📅 September 17–20, 2026
📍 Hilton DoubleTree Greenway Plaza, Houston, TX
Break the Story: Screenwriting for Teens
How does a movie go from "I have an idea" to an actual screenplay? In this hands-on three-hour workshop, students become a writers' room and build a short film together from scratch.
Led by filmmaker, screenwriter, and educator Randee Ramsey, students will pitch ideas, create characters, build conflict and stakes, and work together to break the story scene by scene. Along the way, they'll learn the fundamentals of story structure, character development, visual storytelling, dialogue, scene construction, and screenplay formatting.
Once the story is broken, we'll put it on the page, write scenes together, and hear the work out loud in a table read.
Students leave with a better understanding of both how stories are built and how screenplays are written—plus tools they can use to start writing their own.
No experience required. Just bring your ideas and be ready to build a story together.