BHS Film Students Nominated for National Student Production Awards!
Summary: Congratulations Film Students.
National Student Production Awards (NSPA)
Ballard HS Film Students Nominated for National Student Production Awards! The National Student Production Awards recognize outstanding achievement in video production. NATAS promotes excellence by showcasing work created by high school students in news, craft and programming categories.
The 2026 National Student Production Award winners will be announced (LIVE STREAMED) in a virtual ceremony at 1 p.m. EST Friday, November 20, 2026.
NSPA is the people who give out Emmys to Local stations across the country. Two of our winners from the Northwest Region in June have been selected to be national nominees in their categories. (No other nominees are from SPS).
Outstanding Writer Nominee: Agoraphobe
Ballard High School
Northwest Chapter
Students: Griffyn B. ‘27, Maddie I. ‘27, and Oleksandra P. ‘27
Advisor: Steven Bradford
Outstanding Arts/Entertainment/Cultural Affairs Nominee: Henry
Ballard High School
Northwest Chapter
Student: Lucy B. ‘26
Advisor: Steven Bradford
NATAS Foundation
Over 350 winning entries from the NATAS regional chapters were submitted for consideration in the National Student Production Awards competition, to be judged by distinguished industry professionals and media academics.
“The entries produced this year by students across the country are amazing to watch,” said Barbara Williams Perry, Chair of the NATAS Foundation. “They are so talented and creative, and they’re already doing amazing work. We’re proud to recognize these emerging storytellers who will be the next generation of leaders in our industry.”
“It’s inspiring to see how these students are using their creativity and storytelling skills to share their perspectives with the world,” said Dannielle Mannion, Executive Director, NATAS Foundation. “We’re also grateful to the teachers and advisors who help foster their talent and encourage them to pursue their passions.”
Ballard HS Digital Filmmaking
The director of the award-winning the Digital Filmmaking Program, is Steven Bradford. Bradford has been active in the local film community as a filmmaker and educator for decades and brings an array of experience to the program with a background in filmmaking, television programs, web-based content, 3D films and corporate videos.
As of October 25, 2026
