West Side Studios is a free digital filmmaking program for teens. Join us to bring your ideas to life on the big screen! You’ll learn how to make a short film from start to finish, from story development and script writing to filming and editing with professional equipment. You’ll also learn how to work as a member of a film crew, and you’ll build skills and experience that will prepare you for a job in the film or television industry.  Finished films are screened at festivals like the Buffalo International Film Festival!

The Spring 2025 session will start in April. Check back for registration info. Email caroline@squeaky.org with questions or to be added to our email list for updates.

Fall 2024 Session

October 29 – December 12

Tuesdays & Thursdays 4-6pm

Final Showcase event Friday December 13.

Grant Street Neighborhood Center, 271 Grant St, Buffalo

It’s not too late to join the Fall session!

Register here.

Questions? Email Caroline at caroline@squeaky.org. 

Watch Behind the Bite, from the Spring 2024 Session!

Check out this highlight reel from the 2023 Summer Session!

This program is made possible in part by M & T Foundation