Producers' Post January 2020
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Announcements
Film Festival Submissions
Funding Opportunities
Opportunities
Events
Job Opportunities
Resources
Announcements
Another exciting line-up of films, speakers, exhibits, presentations and Breakfast Talks heads to the Big Island January 1-8, 2019. Save the Date! for these action-packed days of exciting film, dynamic discussion, epic adventure, riveting surf, island culture, compelling speakers, intriguing exhibits and important conversation, set amidst the beauty of the Kohala Coast.
Films and programs run across seven venues in Waimea and along the Kohala Coast January 1-4, 2020 including the Fairmont Orchid, Hawaiʻi and Mauna Kea Beach Hotel. The festival moves to Four Seasons Resort Hualālai January 5-8.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Funding Opportunities
Get funding and support to complete your single nonfiction program for broadcast on public television—whether you’re an emerging filmmaker or a veteran producer. We’re looking for exceptional storytelling that’s in line with our mission: stories that take risks, tackle important issues, address the needs of underserved audiences, and are seldom seen in public media. We know how hard you’ve worked on your project, and we’ll partner with you to help you finish it, then distribute it on public television.
Deadline: February 14, 2020
Short Film Production Fellowship
Vision Maker Media is pleased to offer paid multimedia public television internships to undergraduate or graduate students. With major funding from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), the purpose of the paid internship is to increase the opportunities for American Indian and Alaska Native youth in public broadcasting. Interns can locate throughout the United States at the Public Television station—or at Vision Maker Media in Lincoln, Nebraska!
Deadline: March 1, 2020
Become a VMM Producer! VMM is now inviting applications for projects intended for Public Media that represent the cultures, experiences, and values of American Indians and Alaska Natives.
Submit your story before March 1, 2020.
Opportunities
Sundance Ignite Short Film Challenge
Sundance Ignite identifies and supports new voices and talent from the next generation of filmmakers and fosters fresh audiences for independent storytelling. Established in 2015 with founding support from Adobe, the program offers individuals ages 18 to 25 the Ignite Ticket Package, an exclusive chance to see the newest films at the Sundance Film Festival; the Ignite Fellows Program, a competitive and year-round artist-development program supporting emerging filmmakers with a year of mentorship and program opportunities; and Sundance Ignite traveling programs.
HBO Asian Pacific American Visionaries Short Film Competition
Asian Pacific American Visionaries, together with the Los Angeles Asian American Film Festival and the Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment (CAPE), is a short film competition that provides emerging directors of Asian and/or Pacific Islander descent to showcase their work.
For a documentary film to make a difference, a solid strategy for audience engagement and strong partnerships are key. Filmmakers often lack time to do this work themselves or the expertise and the funds to pay for it. Emerging artists, creators of color, and other underrepresented artists can face the biggest hurdles, despite the potential of their projects. Working Films’ response to this challenge is Impact Kickstart, a program offering in-kind strategy development to underrepresented documentary makers with feature films in progress that hold great promise to catalyze action to address critical issues of our time.
Up to four filmmakers receive an Impact Kickstart from Working Films each year. The 2020 Impact Kickstart application will open in December 2019 and close in February 2020. Find out how to apply and view past awardees here.
Seeking Mentors for the Next Generation of Doc Makers
Reelworks is currently seeking mentors for their documentary, narrative and fellows programs as part of their MediaMKRS initiative.
If you’re a highly experience media professional and want to help a young filmmaker tell their story to the world, reach out to Reelworks through the form below.
Vision Maker Media Summer Internship
Vision Maker Media is pleased to offer paid multimedia public television internships to undergraduate or graduate students. With major funding from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), the purpose of the paid internship is to increase the opportunities for American Indian and Alaska Native youth in public broadcasting. Interns can locate throughout the United States at the Public Television station—or at Vision Maker Media in Lincoln, Nebraska!
Events
Another exciting line-up of films, speakers, exhibits, presentations and Breakfast Talks heads to the Big Island January 1-8, 2019. Save the Date! for these action-packed days of exciting film, dynamic discussion, epic adventure, riveting surf, island culture, compelling speakers, intriguing exhibits and important conversation, set amidst the beauty of the Kohala Coast.
Films and programs run across seven venues in Waimea and along the Kohala Coast January 1-4, 2020 including the Fairmont Orchid, Hawaiʻi and Mauna Kea Beach Hotel. The festival moves to Four Seasons Resort Hualālai January 5-8.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Film Festivals
Waimea Ocean Film Festival - Jan 1-4, 2020 & Jan 5-8, 2020
CAAMFest 38 - May 14 - 24, 2020
Job Opportunities
CAAM is accepting applications for the role of Operations Manager. The Operations Manager, under the direction of the Events Production Manager, is responsible for coordinating and managing logistical and day-to-day operations necessary for CAAMFest, which takes place May 14-24, 2020. To apply, please send a resume and a cover letter (in PDF format) to: jobs@caamedia.org with “Operations Manager” in the subject line..
Strategic Partnerships Manager
CAAM is accepting applications for the role of Strategic Partnerships Manager. The Strategic Partnerships Manager, under the direction of the Director of Development, is responsible for formulating fundraising strategies, researching and soliciting corporate and in-kind donors, and managing community relations. To apply, please send a resume and a cover letter (in PDF format) to jobs@caamedia.org with "Strategic Partnerships Manager" in the subject line. Applications will be accepted on a rolling deadline until January 27, 2020.
CAAM is accepting applications for the role of Volunteer Coordinator. The Volunteer Coordinator, under the direction of the Events Production Manager, is responsible for recruiting, selecting, and managing all volunteer personnel for CAAMFest. To apply, please send a resume and a cover letter (in PDF format) to jobs@caamedia.org with "Volunteer Coordinator" in the subject line. Applications will be accepted on a rolling deadline until January 27, 2020.
OPB is looking for a Digital Managing Editor to oversee daily digital editorial operations. This new role will be joining OPB just prior to the launch of a new OPB.org. For more information and application instructions, please visit OPB’s careers page. OPB is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Resources
POV Fellowships, Residencies and Labs
Sundance Inclusion Resource Map
Find the support you need with the Sundance Institute Inclusion Resource Map. Whether it's funding, mentorship, or a hub to connect you with like-minded creatives for your next project, the Inclusion Resource Map is a catalog where filmakers from underpresented communities can discover opportunities geared toward their needs.
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