72 Hour Film Challenge Workshop

Lights. Camera. 72 Hours.

Want to create a better film before the clock starts ticking?

Join award-winning filmmaker and screenwriter Jamie Charleston of Breaking the Cycle Films for a live Zoom workshop designed to help filmmakers prepare for the upcoming Silver City 72-Hour Film Challenge. Whether you’re directing your first short or assembling an experienced team, this practical workshop will help you make the most of those critical 72 hours.

You’ll learn how to:

• Develop a production strategy before the challenge begins.
• Build a cast and crew that can work under pressure.
• Write stronger stories with limited time and resources.
• Avoid the common mistakes that derail 72-hour productions.
• Shoot, edit, and finish a film that stands out.

Jamie Charleston’s films and screenplays have earned recognition at film festivals across the country, and his newest limited television series pilot, York, has been named an Official Selection of the Austin Spotlight Film Festival.

Participants will leave with practical tools, production checklists, and a game plan that can help transform three frantic days into a polished short film.

Workshop will be via Zoom, August 22, 10am-12pm MDT. Zoom link to be provided on registration. Reserve your spot here.

Learn more about the Silver City 72-Hour Film Challenge:
Silver City 72-Hour Film Challenge

Explore Jamie’s films, screenplays and festival recognitions:
Breaking the Cycle Films

Don’t wait until the challenge begins to figure out your process. Prepare now—and spend your 72 hours making a film instead of solving avoidable problems.

In one morning, you’ll build a complete strategy for producing a competitive film in just 72 hours.

Registration

• Early Bird: $45 deadline August 19, 2026
• Regular Registration: $60
• Team Registration (up to 4 people): $180 ($45 per person)

Filmmaking is collaborative, teams registering together can smooth production.

Includes a 30-minute follow-up Zoom session three days before the contest starts. Ask final questions about equipment, team organization, or production plans.