Launched in 2015 by CMMA (Community MultiMedia Academy) in collaboration with HAHS (Hayward Area Historical Society) and BADA (Bay Area Digital Arts), the Hayward Film Festival designs an exciting live atmosphere for local youth storytellers. We give students a platform to introduce themselves and further their experience to the world of independent filmmaking.

We consider and award the best-of in following categories: Animation, Documentary, Experimental, Narrative, and PSA (Public Service Announcement).

Submissions for the 3rd Annual Student Film Festival open on January 31st, 2017 at 12:00 P.M. (PST) and close Thursday, April 6 at 11:59 P.M. (PST).

Awards & Prizes

Awards will be given to the top short films at the main festival event in May 2017.

Rules & Terms

1) Entry is strongly encouraged to students enrolled in East Bay Area school districts. Such as Hayward Unified School District, San Lorenzo School Unified District, Oakland Unified School District, Berkeley Unified School Districts, Dublin Unified School District, Pleasanton Unified School District, Fremont Unified School District, and those school districts in the surrounding areas.

2) Films must not exceed 6 minutes in total running time, including credits. Longer films may be considered for the festival.

3) All selected films may be excerpted (up to 60 seconds) for promotional material.

4) All selections will be notified by an email notification and phone call (provided by an Educator or Institution).

5) Profanity in film is not suitable for this event and may disqualify your submission.