Zach King, the celebrated digital illusionist and internet sensation with over 170 million followers, is all set to grace the stage as a presenter at the 2024 Kids in the Spotlight (KITS) Film Awards on November 2nd at Paramount Pictures Studios. Renowned for his captivating magic videos and imaginative storytelling, Zach will join a lineup of presenters to honor the impactful stories brought to life by foster youth through KITS’ groundbreaking filmmaking programs.
Kids in the Spotlight (KITS) is a non-profit organization based in Los Angeles County, dedicated to helping foster youth heal and flourish through the art of storytelling and filmmaking. Through the organization’s Script-to-Screen program, foster youth have the opportunity to write, cast, and star in their own short films, transforming their personal experiences into compelling narratives. KITS provides mentorship and creative guidance, empowering these young filmmakers to develop their voices and gain confidence through the cinematic art.
The 2024 KITS Film Awards, open to Zach’s fans, will offer the chance to witness the impact of the KITS program, showcasing premiere screenings of the students’ films and the results of the KITS National Short Screenplay Competition. Awards will be presented in categories such as Best Film, Best Actor, Best Screenplay, and Best Ensemble Cast, recognizing the exceptional talent and creativity of Los Angeles’ foster youth.
Zach King will be part of a prestigious lineup of presenters, alongside actors Ty Burrell, James Pickens, Jr., and Wendi McLendon-Covey. Zach’s role in presenting the Film Awards underscores his unwavering passion and commitment to filmmaking, and his mission to inspire people worldwide to embrace their childlike wonder and become storytellers themselves.
