Cinevate | the ultimate video creator event

Are you looking to take your video content and visual storytelling skills to the next level?

Cinevate is a unique one-day conference designed to connect creators, build skills, and spark new ideas in film, video, and photography. If you are looking to take your visual content to the next level—whether you are dabbling on the side, building a business, or seeking inspiration from diverse career paths—Cinevate provides the high-energy environment and practical knowledge you need. Content is structured to benefit creators at any skill level.

This is more than just a conference—it's a community-building space where filmmakers, editors, camera operators, and visual artists can share knowledge and forge collaborative opportunities.

Built by Creators, For Creators.

General Admission: $25

• Includes full-day conference access, speaker presentations, the Q&A panel, lunch, and hors d'oeuvres.

Schedule

• 9:00 AM: Doors Open & Registration
• 9:30 AM: Morning Speaker Sessions
• 12:30 PM: Catered Lunch & Networking
• 1:15 PM: Afternoon Speaker Sessions
• 4:15 PM: Networking & Hors d'oeuvres
• 5:00 PM: Q&A Panel

What You Will Experience

• Engaging Speakers: Hear from a diverse group of creators who use video in fascinating and varied ways—from fine art and filmmaking to advertising, drone operation, and social media content creation. Get wide exposure to the many career paths and creative uses of video.
• TED-Style Talks: Concise, powerful presentations designed to inspire and educate creators at all levels.
• Expert Panel & Q&A: An opportunity to ask working professionals the burning questions you have about gear, career paths, workflow, and breaking into the industry.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with dozens of other local creators, potential collaborators, and mentors.

Who Should Attend?

• Aspiring Creators (New/Early-Stage): The practical roadmap to turn their passion for video into shareable content or a career, answering all the essential "how-to" questions.
• Professionals (Intermediate/Advanced): A chance to network with peers, discover new applications for video (like drones or fine art), and engage in high-level discussions with the expert panel.
• Hobbyists & Entrepreneurs: Anyone wanting to level up their skills and learn new techniques from experienced video makers.

• Small Business Owners/Marketers: Anyone wanting to improve the quality and impact of their video marketing content.
• Students: Those in arts, communication, or business programs looking for real-world industry exposure.

This event is proudly presented by the Paducah School of Art & Design and the Visual Communication Program and West Kentucky Community and Technical College.