NOMINEES FOR 2024 NATIONAL STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARDS ANNOUNCED
NEW YORK, October 17, 2024 – The Foundation of The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) today announced the nominees for the 2024 National Student Production Awards. Nominees were selected from high school student entries across the country in 24 programming and craft categories.
“High schoolers from coast to coast submitted some incredible work for consideration this year,” said NATAS Chair, Terry O’Reilly. “These young producers and craftspeople have much to be proud of. Our academy is thrilled to shine a spotlight on the exceptional talent and tireless work of these students.”
More than 2000 entries were submitted to the regional chapters of The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. Winning entries from the chapters were then submitted for consideration in the National Student Production Awards competition. Entries were judged by selected industry professionals and media academics.
“These young storytellers have not only demonstrated remarkable skill in their craft but have also embraced the power of media to express their unique perspectives. We commend the dedicated teachers and advisors who have nurtured these aspiring filmmakers and journalists, providing guidance and encouragement every step of the way. Together, they are shaping the future of our industry, and we are proud to celebrate their outstanding achievements.” said Dannielle Mannion, Education Chair, NATAS Foundation.
Recipients will be announced November 21, 2024 beginning at 10am (PT) via a web stream produced by NATAS. This and all NATAS ceremonies are available on NATAS’ dedicated viewing platform powered by Vimeo, available on the web at Watch.TheEmmys.TV and via The Emmys® apps for iOS, tvOS, Android, FireTV, Roku and Samsung TV (full list at apps.theemmys.tv).
SAN FRANCISCO/NORTHERN CALIFORNIA NOMINEES
Newscast
Searider News, Wai’anae High School (San Francisco/Northern California Chapter)
Denise Pawleen Cabrera, Dillon Catlett, Avanoa Caceres-Tillis, Natasha Maafala, Joelle Angelica Evasco, Shirley Wells, Mya Dinong
John Allen, Advisor
News Report – Serious News
Gross Increase In Groceries, Wai’anae High School (San Francisco/Northern California Chapter)
Dillon Catlett, Denise Cabrera, Avanoa Caceres-Tillis
John Allen, Advisor
Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) or Video Essay
Lifelines, Gunn High School (San Francisco/Northern California Chapter)
Maya Nieman
Edward Corpuz, Advisor
Non-Fiction – Short Form
Nickel & Dime, Tamalpais High School (San Francisco/Northern California Chapter)
Kai Smith, David Bloom, Audrey Lowell, Esha Vaikhary
Michael Lavezzo, Sharilyn Scharf, Jonah Steinhart, Advisors
Public Affairs/Community Service
Guilty Until Proven Wealthy, Tamalpais High School (San Francisco/Northern California Chapter)
Skye Guyot, Will Richardson, Chris Nieker, Jane Song
Michael Lavezzo, Sharilyn Scharf, Jonah Steinhart, Advisors
Arts/Entertainment/Cultural Affairs
Amana, Tamalpais High School (San Francisco/Northern California Chapter)
Mason Le, Kai Smith, Niki Wallin, Julian Goodman
Michael Lavezzo, Sharilyn Scharf, Jonah Steinhart, Advisors
Photographer
Panther Skate, Youth Beat, Oakland Unified School District (San Francisco/Northern California Chapter)
Jordan Cummings, Ally Williams, Kristian Morales
Sagesse Graham, Advisor
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