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Oct 02
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FFI Introduces Our Student Social Media Team

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Latest News - FFI Student Social Media Team

FFI would like to introduce the 2026-2027 Student Social Media Team:

Joseph Alvarado
Jayden Carson
Sophia Cires-Fernandez
Anabelle Marley Mena
Mariayh Pierre-Louis
Carolina Saba Molto
  • Joseph Alvarado — Senior in MLEC’s Cisco Networking program and self-taught photographer and videographer pursuing a career in filmmaking.
  • Jayden Carson — Sophomore in the Academy of Entertainment Technology at William H. Turner Technical Arts High School and two-year FFI filmmaker.
  • Sophia Cires-Fernandez — Junior at John A. Ferguson Senior High and aspiring cinematographer passionate about photography, illustration, and playing guitar.
  • Anabelle Marley Mena — Bilingual photographer, screenwriter, and senior at MLEC dedicated to sharing diverse visual stories through film and photography.
  • Mariayh Pierre-Louis — Freshman in the Academy of Medical Sciences at William H. Turner Technical Arts High School, proudly representing her school and program.
  • Carolina Saba Molto — Senior at John A. Ferguson Senior High and aspiring director specializing in visual composition, content creation, and storytelling.
Dec 19
Love3

Film Fest Updates!

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Film Fest Updates!

FILM FEST UPDATES!

Congratulations to our 24-25′ after-school CINEMA Program students and FFI’s 2025 FFI Summer Film Camp students whose films are sweeping film festivals across the globe!

We are incredibly proud of the hard work and creativity that went into these projects.

Check out this season’s incredible lineup of honors:

RADIO ROBIN
Winner: Best Student Film – Chicago Indie Film Awards
Semi-Finalist: Cleveland Arthouse Film Awards, Denver Movie Awards, Detroit Independent Film Festival, Dublin International Film Awards, Florida Shorts, Monte Carlo Movie Awards, Niagara Falls International Short Festival, Rio de Janeiro World Film Festival, Seattle Filmmaker Awards.

I’M NOT A GAMBLING MAN
Nominee: New York Independent Cinema Awards
Semi-Finalist: Brooklyn International Short Awards, Hawaii International Film Awards, Seattle Filmmaker Awards.

DO YOU COPY?
Nominee: Cannes Arts Fest
Semi-Finalist: Brooklyn International Short Awards, Seattle Filmmaker Awards.

STING
Semi-Finalist: Arthouse Festival of Beverly Hills, Cleveland Arthouse Film Awards, Detroit Independent Film Festival, Monte Carlo Movie Awards, Rio de Janeiro World Film Festival, Seattle Filmmaker Awards.

A ROSE WITH ITS THORN & CURSED SYNERGY
Semi-Finalists: Seattle Filmmaker Awards.

Thank you to our generous sponsors for making this possible:
The Children’s Trust, Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, Florida Division of Arts & Culture, Miami Dade College School of Entertainment & Design Technology & Coral Gables Art Cinema.

Dec 15
Love3

Happy Holidays!

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Happy Holidays!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

As we wrap up an incredible year, the Florida Film Institute wants to send a huge Happy Holidays and Happy New Year to our amazing community!

This past year has been a masterclass in creativity—filled with hands-on filmmaking, constant learning, and plenty of fun behind the scenes. We are so proud of everything our students and partners have achieved.

We can’t wait to yell “Action!” on everything 2026 has in store. See you on set next year!

Thank you to our generous sponsors for making this possible:
The Children’s Trust, Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, Florida Division of Arts & Culture, Miami Dade College School of Entertainment & Design Technology & Coral Gables Art Cinema.

Oct 28
Love3

Hiring Now! Part-Time Acting Coach (Miami) for our award-winning HS film program.

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WE'RE HIRING!

WE’RE HIRING!

Part-Time Acting Coach (Miami) for our award-winning HS film program.

Join the award-winning Florida Film Institute and inspire the next generation of filmmakers! We’re seeking a passionate Part-Time Acting Coach to work with high school students in our afterschool film program.

This is an incredible opportunity to mentor young talent and be part of an award-winning team.

DETAILS

  • $80/hour
  • Flexible Schedule (Tues/Thurs, 2:30-5:30PM)
  • West Miami (Miami-Dade public high school)

REQUIREMENTS

  • Passion for teaching acting
  • Reliable transportation
  • Must pass clearance to work with students

SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY. If you’re ready to make an impact, send your cover letter and resume to: meagan@flfilminstitute.org.

Mar 12
Love4

Votes Are In… For Favorite Micro Film From The 2022-23 CINEMA Program

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Micro Film Winners 2022-2023

THE VOTES ARE IN… FOR FAVORITE MICRO FILM FROM THE 22-23 CINEMA PROGRAM!

The audience choice award has determined the 1st, 2nd + 3rd place winners for last year’s micro projects.

CONGRATS TO ALL OF THE WINNERS!

  • 1st PLACE – Banana Split – John A. Ferguson SHS
  • 2nd PLACE – Time’s Up – Hialeah Gardens SHS
  • 3rd PLACE – Multiple Perspectives – South Miami SHS

Thanks everyone for your time + we truly hope you enjoyed watching/picking your favorite film! Stay tuned for more info re this year’s projects and the CINEMA screening + awards event on May 22nd @ MDC-N campus which is FREE + open to the public!

South Miami Senior High, John A. Ferguson Senior High School, Hialeah Gardens Senior High School, The Children’s Trust, Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, Florida Division of Arts and Culture

Feb 26
Love4

Vote Now For Your Favorite Micro Film From The 2022-23 CINEMA Program

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Micro Films 2022-2023

‘Like’ your favorite video before March 4th @ midnight…
This audience choice award will determine the 1st, 2nd + 3rd place winners for last year’s micro projects.

There are 3 to watch + each are 3 minutes or less in duration.

YouTube Voting Has Ended

*ONLY “LIKE” YOUR FAVORITE 1 PLEASE!

  • Multiple Perspectives – South Miami SHS
  • Banana Split – John A. Ferguson SHS
  • Time’s Up – Hialeah Gardens SHS

Thanks in advance for your time + enjoy watching/picking your favorite film!

South Miami Senior High, John A. Ferguson Senior High School, Hialeah Gardens Senior High School, The Children’s Trust, Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, Florida Division of Arts and Culture

Jan 22
Love4

Registration Is Now Open For FFI’s 2024 Summer Film Camp!

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Latest News - FFI Summer Camp Registration Now Open

Registration is now open!

FFI’s 6-week intense filmmaking program gives up to 25 high school students ages 13 to 18 the opportunity to focus on essential + practical aspects of commercial motion picture production including; script preparation, cinematography, lighting, sound recording, directing, editing, acting + music with instruction by South Florida Film Industry professionals.
@ the Coral Gables Art Cinema, located at 260 Aragon Avenue in Coral Gables!

Sponsored by Coral Gables Art Cinema, Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, Florida Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture, and Videolab Solutions.

For more info and to register online please click the buttons below:

View Full Program Info Register Now

Sep 12
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2023 Summer Film Camp Premiere Screening

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FFI 2023 SFC Premiere Screening

FFI Proudly Presents The 2023 SUMMER FILM CAMP Premiere Screening @ Coral Gables Art Cinema on Sat. Sept. 23rd, 2023 @ 9:45AM. Free / Open to ALL!

Join us for the Premiere Screenings of 2 SFC Films! Featuring film projects produced by students attending our Summer Film Camp Program.

SPONSORED BY: Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, Florida Division of Arts and Culture, Videolab Solutions, and Coral Gables Art Cinema.

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