Picture the Valley Film Festival
A student film festival providing students an opportunity to share their unique perspective on life in the Central Valley through the art of film and digital storytelling! New categories for 2026 include "Advertising/Marketing" (Jr. Division) and "Highlight Reel" (Sr. Division).
How the Festival Works
Students create their films as individuals or in groups, working under the guidance of an authorized educator or coach. Each film is approved and judged according to its category, division, and scoring rubric. For more information on the festival, visit the following pages.
Plan Your Film
You have decided to make a video… now what? The planning process is very important to the success of your film. Without proper pre-production, the filming and editing process can be difficult.
Steps for Participation
Register
Teachers and Coaches can register through the Picture the Valley website NOW!
Create & Upload Your Film
Choose a category and division, review the scoring rubrics, then begin planning and creating your film
Complete the Necessary Forms
Complete the school authorization form and PPA forms for each student, then upload them to the website
Have your Film Approved
Review the submission guidelines and copyright requirements to ensure that your film is approved