Contest Overview

As the first contest of the STN season, HorrorFest is the perfect way to jumpstart the year with creativity, energy, and a little chaos. This micro film challenge invites middle and high school students to craft a short horror or thriller film based on a provided prompt.

Important Dates

  • Prompt Release: Monday, September 29, 2025 at 8AM PT

  • Registration & Submission Deadline: Friday, October 24, 2025 at 5PM PT

  • Winners Announced: Halloween, Friday, October 31, 2025 at 8AM PT

Divisions

  • High School Novice New!

  • High School Premier

  • High School Elite

  • Middle School

Entry Guidelines

  • $25 per team (up to 6 students)

  • Schools may submit unlimited teams, but a student may only be a registered lead with one team

  • Final film must be 50–60 seconds, including required title graphic and credits (optional)

  • Projects should be 100% student work. Teachers may only advise and not assist in production

  • All films must follow the official STN Contest Rules and Creative Content Policy

  • No judging feedback is provided for this contest due to quick turnaround

Important