IVCCD Students Earn Fourth FilmFreeway Selection, Achieve Festival Nominations
MARSHALLTOWN – Congratulations are in order for the talented students at Iowa Valley Community College District (IVCCD), Marshalltown Campus, who have achieved their fourth official selection on FilmFreeway, placing the community college among the upper tier of projects showcased on the platform.
This latest achievement reflects the continued excellence and momentum of IVCCD’s student filmmakers, whose work is gaining increasing recognition at respected film festivals.
Two student projects have earned nominations at the 35th Anniversary Iowa Motion Picture Film Festival, a significant milestone in Iowa’s film community:
- Behind the Scenes – Nominee, 35th Anniversary Iowa Motion Picture Film Festival
- Camilla Snavely of State Center, IA – Producer, Editor, Director and screenwriter
- Giovanni Alfaro of Marshalltown, IA – Lead Actor in the role of Director
- Jeremiah Herenandez of Marshalltown, IA – Supporting Actor
- Ray Massa of Marshalltown, IA – Supporting Actor
- Sebastian Vaca of Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia – Supporting Actor
- Camilla Snavely of State Center, IA – Supporting Actress
- Elliot Renaud of Marshalltown, IA – Supporting Actor
- She Doesn’t Know — Nominee, 35th Anniversary Iowa Motion Picture Film Festival
- Hector Flores of Toluca, State of Mexico, Mexico – Producer, Editor, Director and Screenwriter, Sound Mixing
- Sebastian Vaca of Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia – Author and Musician, Original Music
- Chamwii of Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia – Artist
- Ana Silva of Marshalltown, IA – Director of Photography
- Lilianna Torrez of Marshalltown, IA
- Imigyn Stratton of North English, IA – Actress
- Giovanni Alfaro of Marshalltown, IA – Postproduction supervisor and Production Assistant
- Josey Polk of Urbandale, IA – Vocalist
FilmFreeway is a globally recognized platform that connects filmmakers with festivals and industry opportunities worldwide. Reaching four selections signals sustained quality, creativity, and professional-level storytelling from student creators.
“These nominations demonstrate the dedication, creativity, and technical skill our students bring to every project,” said Professor Jocelyn Frohwein, head of the Broadcasting and Digital Media studies at the Marshalltown Campus. “Their continued success shows that powerful stories and professional results can come from community college programs.”
As IVCCD students continue to build their portfolios and gain national and regional recognition, this accomplishment marks another proud moment for the Marshalltown Campus and the broader Iowa Valley Community College District community.
For more information on the 35th Anniversary Iowa Motion Picture Film Festival to be held on May 30, 2026 visit: https://impa.tv/.