FRIDAY
8:15 AM – 9:00 AM
Registration
9:00- 9:30 AM
Morning Worship
9:30-10:00 AM Keynote
Justen Overlander “Faith and Film: Excellence Without Compromise”
10:15–11:15
Room 105: Jason Morris — Innovation in Ministry: Digital Tools for Real Discipleship
Room 106: Dan Parsons — Cinematography that Serves Story: Lighting and Lens Choices that Preach
Room Upstairs: Hannah Nelson — Beginner’s Guide to Acting: How to Start
4 & 5 Year olds Room: Matt Mowery — Vocal Mastery & Spiritual Sensitivity in Worship
11:20–12:20
Room 105: Micah Gerber — Producing for Redemption: Creating Stories That Transform Lives
Room 106: Megan Carter — Mental Health Matters: Pastoring On Set
Room Upstairs: Michael Patterson — Acting for Directors: Understanding Vision and Collaboration
4 & 5 Year olds Room: Jared Lane – The Art of Audio: Why Do Faith Films Not Always Sound Professional?
1:30–2:30
Room 105: Jean Wenger + Sarah Leujune – Audition Masterclass: How to Stand Out and Stay True
Room 106: Ben Stapely — Sunday as Story: Crafting Powerful Worship Experiences
Room Upstairs: Sean Gaffney — Cracking the Code: Screenplay Structure that Works
4 & 5 Year olds Room: Sharonne Lanier — Faith Meets Film: The Power of Representing Jesus in Media
2:35–3:35
Room 105: Demetrios Troy — Diversity in Christian Storytelling: Breaking Stereotypes with Grace
Room 106: Steve DeGrasse — Mastering the Creative Process
Room Upstairs: Tammy Roebuck – Producing from a Purpose-Driven Perspective
4 & 5 Year olds Room: Orlando Kuemuel — Film Marketing and Festivals: Getting Your Work Seen and Shared
3:40-4:40
Room 105: John Wells – What gigs should I take? A practical guide to casting
Room 106: Brett Varvel – Faith-Based Leadership on Set
Room Upstairs: Jaclyn Whitt – The Writer’s Toolkit: From Idea to Final Draft
4 & 5 Year olds Room: Matthew Rottet – Building a Church that Engages Culture without Losing Christ