ATTEND OUR ADVENTURE FILMMAKER WORKSHOPS
Held throughout the year and during the Wasatch Mountain Film Festival, the Adventure Filmmaker Workshops are an inclusive program for both aspiring and established filmmakers to learn from world-class storytellers in a small-group setting. This educational series helps participants hone their skills, connect with industry experts, and gain valuable insights on building a successful filmmaking career.
Keep an eye on this page for the 2026 schedule and reservations
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Adventure Filmmaker Workshops are your chance to take your filmmaking skills and career to the next level, whether you’re a seasoned independent filmmaker or just starting your filmmaking journey.
The Wasatch Film Festival hosts a talented lineup of successful filmmakers to teach this jam-packed series with a variety of subject matter. With two distinct learning tracks and a variety of breakout sessions, participants will develop their filmmaking skills, learn all about the business side of the industry, and build connections with fellow filmmakers and industry leaders.
PAST Workshop Instructors
Jacob Oster
Shandi Kano
Aimee Tetreault
Phil Hessler
Joe Van Eeckhout
Sean Slobodon
Dylan Wineland
Jack Hessler
Brian Durkee
COLE SAX
Kody Kohlman
Josh fletcher
WHICH TRACK IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
Introductory: For those either just starting their careers or considering getting into adventure filmmaking, this is your group. This track will introduce you to the fundamentals of adventure filmmaking and set you up with programming that many of the most established outdoor filmmakers wish they had been taught from the start.
Advanced:
For experienced filmmakers looking to expand their skills and network with other established filmmakers, this track will help you take your work and business to the next level. We’ll have industry veterans teaching small-group courses designed for those already working in the space.
WHAT DOES THE PROGRAM OFFER?
We’ve designed this program in collaboration with established filmmakers to craft an experience that enables participants of all backgrounds and experience levels to advance their filmmaking careers.
FILMS SCREENINGS
The 2026 Wasatch Mountain Film Festival is screening 40+ films from filmmakers around the globe. Stream online or join us in person.
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