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Eastside Youth Content Creators Program

Eastside Youth Content Creators Program (EYCCP)

Dream 2 Screen with EYCCP at FWD Progress

Hey, content creators! Get ready to dive deep into the world of filmmaking! This 8 week program will give you the experience needed to be a part of a short film.   This isn’t just any class—it’s your chance to go from brainstorming ideas to sharing them with the world.


Program Snapshots:

  • Orientation: Saturday, October 4th 12-2pm  (122 Heiman St, Ste 200)
  • Dates: October 6th - November 12th 
  • When: Mondays and Wednesdays 4:30 - 8:00 PM
  • Where: 122 Heiman St. Ste 200, St. Paul Square, San Antonio, TX 78205
  • Free food, Free equipment, and Free tuition 
  •  REGISTRATION OPEN TO AGES 13-20



 

Summer Application Open!

🎬 Got what it takes? There’s a spot with your name on it. Join our Fall Filmmaking Program and level up your skills in content creation. Whether you're into directing, editing, or being on camera, this is your chance to create something epic—and maybe even launch your career. Apply now and let’s make something awesome together

Fall 2025 Registration
Help Forward Progress in San Antonio keep Eastside Youth Content Creators Program (EYCCP) alive.

Help Us Keep EYCCP Going

We’ve been planning the 4th annual EYCCP summer program, counting on funding. We set a record for enrollment, but on June 3rd, we learned that we won’t receive the funding we were expecting. Camp starts Monday, June 9th!


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Eastside Youth Content Creators Program (EYCCP)

Dream 2 Screen with EYCCP at FWD Progress

Hey, content creators! Get ready to dive deep into the world of filmmaking! This 8 week program will give you the experience needed to be a part of a short film.   This isn’t just any class—it’s your chance to go from brainstorming ideas to sharing them with the world.


Program Snapshots:

  • Orientation: Sunday, June 1st, 2-4pm (122 Heiman St, Ste 200)
  • Dates:  June 9th - July 31st 
  • When: Monday - Thursday 10am - 3pm
  • Where: 122 Heiman St. Ste 200, St. Paul Square, San Antonio, TX 78205
  • Free food, Free equipment, and (Free transportation from designated D2 areas) 
  •  REGISTRATION OPEN TO AGES 13-20



 

Summer Application Open!

🎬 Got what it takes? There’s a spot with your name on it. Join our Summer Filmmaking Program and level up your skills in content creation. Whether you're into directing, editing, or being on camera, this is your chance to create something epic—and maybe even launch your career. Apply now and let’s make something awesome together

Summer Registration (CLOSED)

Eastside Youth Content Creators Program (EYCCP)

Dream 2 Screen with EYCCP at FWD Progress

Hey, future content creators! Get ready to dive deep into the world of media arts with our three-week program.  This isn’t just any class—it’s your chance to go from brainstorming ideas to sharing them with the world.


Program Snapshots:

  • Orientation: TBD
  • When: Weeks 1 & 3 Tues -Thur 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm & Week 2 Mon-Sat 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Where: 122 Heiman St., St. Paul Square, San Antonio, TX 78205
  • Free food, free equipment, and transportation (from designated D2 areas) 
  • OPEN TO AGES 13-20 REGISTRATION 
  • OPENS JANUARY 1, 2025
  • FREE SNACKS AND LUNCH


Come start your content creation journey with us this Spring!

Spring Application Open!

Got what it takes? There’s a spot with your name on it. Snag this killer opportunity to boost your skills and maybe even kick-start your career in content creation. Fill out your application today—let’s make something awesome together.

Spring Registration (Closed)

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    Eastside Youth Content Creators Summer Showcase

    Join us on September 5th at Carver Community Center for our EYCCP Showcase!


    Come support the work of 30 young filmmakers who have written, directed, produced, and edited their own short films and ads.


    This free event includes drinks and refreshments, so bring your friends and family as we celebrate the creativity of these young filmmakers.

    Our Previous Achievements

    Immediate Student Results after Attending EYCCP 2023

    • 8 EYCCP Students hired by FwdProgress for the San Antonio Black International Film Festival as Award Presenters & Photographer
    • 2 Modeling gigs w/Saige Thomas Photography
    • 4 Interviews with local news outlets
    • 3 Community Service hours for several students
    • 4 Hosting opportunities & BTS Content Creations for Men’s Fashion show
    • 2 Internships with The FwdProgress Show 
    • 1 Editing internship w/ TAANTV
    • 1 ACTSO entry assistance
    • 1 Photographer for Monster Moms event 
    • 2 Film & BTS Content Creation for Poetry Night event 

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    EYCCP - Fall 2025

    Join us for the

    Eastside Youth Content Creators Program

    Fall 2025 cohort!

    This fall, our six-week intensive invites high school students to dive into the exciting world of sitcom production. From concept development and scriptwriting to filming and acting, students will gain hands-on experience in every stage of creating an original sitcom episode. 

    Oct 6th through Nov 10th

      Mondays and Wednesdays  4:30 PM to 8:00 PM 

    at The QUIVER – 122 Heiman St, Suite 200, 

    San Antonio, TX 78205 (St. Paul Square). 

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