Dates
October 10–11 · October 24–25 · November 7–8, 2026. Saturdays and Sundays, 12:00–6:00 PM.
Asheville · Fall 2026
An offer from Ndovu Films for Mountain Xpress readers
First-Time Filmmakers Intensive.
Students take a 45–60 minute film, written by the instructor, from set to finished picture, working real crew positions — directing, cinematography, lighting, sound, and more — and earn screen credit for the positions they work.
$600 $400 total tuition · Save $200
No separate $100 reservation payment. Code: MOUNTAINXPRESS200
Register and pay by October 9, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern.
Make a real film together
From first take to final cut.
The cohort will make Why We Made It, a 45–60 minute film, through practical instruction and hands-on collaboration.
Demetris A. Jones is the sole instructor. He is a filmmaker, writer, director, editor, and colorist whose debut feature is streaming on major platforms. His teaching time is donated.
Schedule and eligibility
Three weekends in Asheville.
Location
Asheville, NC — venue details provided to enrolled students.
Who may apply
Ages 21 and up. No filmmaking experience required. Up to 20 students.
Tuition and refunds
$400 total.
Mountain Xpress reader offer: $200 off. The separate $100 reservation payment is waived. The full $400 tuition and registration are due by October 9, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern; this offer replaces the standard October 2 payment deadline.
Subject to available seats. Submitting this form does not confirm payment or enrollment. Tuition is non-refundable except as provided in the program terms.
Apply or reserve
Take your place in the cohort.
You must be age 21 or older to participate. No filmmaking experience is required.