Have you finished your film yet for The Shortie Awards: International Film & News Festival? If you haven't, keep in mind that April 9th is quickly approaching!     ...

I recently read an interesting report, written by the folks at the Academy for Educational Development's Youth Media Reporter. While we all at The Shortie Awards knew the importance of giving young media creators a space to promote their work - that's why we exist! What's interesting is the call for youth media organizations to collaborate because that's what we're interested in doing! At an international level, we would like to form a consortium with other youth media organizations and focus ...

This is hopefully the first of many blog entries. I'm thrilled to be part of an amazing community of film makers, film festival organizers and film lovers! My name is Shortie. I am very passionate about youth-created media because young people - our future - need a place to express themselves, display their talents, and share what they create. I love my job as host of The Shortie Awards: International Film and News Festival. The Festival is open to children ages 7 - 18 and their tea...