Student Television Network 2026 National Convention

Before the convention officially begins, teams of students and teachers will race through downtown Tampa, completing creative challenges and testing their media skills along the way.

In just eight hours, teams must write, shoot, edit, and produce a complete project in categories like Morning Show, Newsmagazine, Short Film, Documentary, or Podcast.

The convention kicks off with an electrifying Opening Ceremony that brings together students and teachers from across the nation to celebrate the start of an unforgettable experience!

With categories spanning news, sports, short film, music video, and more, teams must produce their best work within a set timeframe - following official rules and guidelines.

Led by industry experts, these interactive, hands-on sessions dive into everything from storytelling and editing techniques to career insights and emerging media trends.

Explore cutting-edge industry gear, software, and educational tools while connecting with representatives from leading media companies, colleges, and organizations.

These awards honor the top student broadcast and film programs that exemplifying storytelling, and technical excellence. They are the benchmark of achievement.

Meet representatives from top colleges and universities offering programs in broadcast journalism, film, and media production. This is where your future media career begins.

This special showcase features standout selections from the Crazy 8’s Action Short Film, Drama Short Film, and Vertical Short Film categories, along with highlights from the Music Video contest.

Join fellow attendees as we honor top contest winners, highlight the week’s most memorable moments, and reflect on an incredible few days of creativity, learning, and connection.