About this Event
The 2026 Art & Media High School Workshop Day gives students the opportunity to visit the SLCC Center for Arts and Media and participate in exciting workshops led by distinguished faculty. With topics covering everything from film and fashion to digital media and more, there’s a class for everyone!
Registration opens on Oct. 1 at 9 AM
PLEASE SIGN UP FOR ONLY ONE WORKSHOP - each in-depth workshop will take up the full event. Workshop seats are limited - Registration for individual workshops will no longer show up as available once they fill.
The workshops are open to all 9th-12th grade high school students that have instructor approval. Registration is $8 (plus a small processing fee) and covers lunch and supplies.
NEW THIS YEAR: All participants under 18 must submit a participation agreement signed by their parent or legal guardian. The form can be digitally completed and signed using the below link, which will also be available as part of the registration process.
- Online submission is preferred; signed physical forms must be submitted when checking in for the event.
The day will begin with a kick-off event at 9:00 AM, followed by workshops at 9:30 AM. Boxed lunches will be available after the event, so students can grab them as they leave, or eat lunch on our campus.
Registration for the workshops ends on Tuesday, Nov. 3 at 4:00 PM. No registrations will be accepted after this date. Registration is non-refundable. There are a limited number of free Teacher Passes for instructors who are accompanying groups of students to the event.
2026 WORKSHOPS:
- Animation - Turn magazine photos into hilarious animated stories.
- Combat for Stage and Film - Create amazing and safe fights for theater and film
- Documentary Film Production - Explore cinéma vérité documentary film production techniques
- Effective Social Media Strategy - What makes social media actually work? Go behind the posts to explore target audiences, the 4 E’s, platform choices, content pillars, brand voice, campaign goals, and editorial calendars. Learn how smart strategy helps organizations create content that connects with the right audience, builds engagement, and gets results.
- Fashion & Cosplay Headpiece & Mask - Create a one of a kind Fashion/ Costume/Cosplay Headpiece & Mask
- Graphic Design: Tech to Tangible - Create your own take-home design project using Adobe Illustrator alongside production equipment such as Roland VersaCAMM printers and dye-sublimation presses.
- Master Public Speaking - Have you ever wanted to feel more confident sharing your ideas? This workshop will teach you how to communicate clearly, speak with confidence, and make a lasting impression. Through interactive activities and presentation practice, you'll learn techniques used by successful speakers. You'll gain valuable experience speaking in front of others and receive helpful feedback to strengthen your communication skills. No experience required, just bring your willingness to try something new!
- Songwriting & Electronic Music Composition - Learn the craft and technology to create a hit song
- TV Studio Production – Create a TV show produced live in studio
- Virtual Production, Cinematography and Lighting – Explore the world of filmmaking! Participants will rotate across multiple film stages to shoot a scene using a virtual production LED wall, and learn lighting, dolly, and gimbal usage while creating a sci-fi spaceship scene.
Participants can park in any of the yellow, non-metered spots on the east side of the SLCC South City Campus (Click here for map). Busses can drop off in front of the east lobby entrance and park in the furthest east lots.
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Contact Josh Elstein ([email protected]; 801.957.3127) with any questions.
Event venue & nearby stays
Salt Lake Community College, 1575 S. State Street, Salt Lake City, United States
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