Lights, Camera, Sound, Upgrade! Help UCR Filmmakers

UC Riverside’s filmmaking program is making waves! Our Theatre, Film, and Digital Production (TFDP) department is one of the fastest-growing programs in southern California, nearly tripling in size over the past decade. Our Filmmaking major alone has more than doubled since 2016, serving 200+ film students.

To stay competitive, we need to match our talent with top-tier equipment. Film technology evolves fast, and outdated cameras, lighting, and sound gear won’t cut it in a rapidly changing industry. To keep our students at the forefront, we’re raising $20,000 to support upgrading our equipment inventory.

Your Gift goes directly to Highlander Filmmakers:

*$50 – Covers essentials like tripods, memory cards & lighting gels.

*$100 – Elevates student films with professional sound gear.

*$250 – Lights up a scene (literally) with high-quality LED kits.

*$500 – Supports specialty lenses and camera rigs for dynamic storytelling.

*$1,000+ – Contributes to cinema-quality cameras and top-tier editing software.

This isn’t just about new gear—it’s about investing in rising filmmakers who are already making an impact. Your support keeps TFDP at the cutting edge, giving our students the tools to continue to launch careers, break barriers, and tell the stories only they can tell.

🎥 Join us in shaping the future of film. Donate today!