Film Independent's Project:Involve
ABOUT PROJECT:INVOLVE
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Project:Involve is Film Independent's signature diversity program, dedicated to increasing diversity in the film industry by cultivating the careers of under-represented filmmakers. The program, which runs from October through June, selects filmmakers from diverse backgrounds and filmmaking tracks. During the nine-months, the Fellows are paired one-on-one with a mentor from the film industry, assigned to a team to make a short film incorporating a given theme, and attend monthly filmmaking workshops and other educational seminars.
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Key Information:2011 Deadline: 29 March 2010 Application: closed Contact: 310.432.1233 or ProjectInv@FilmIndependent.org Email recommendation letters to Got questions? P:I FAQ
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INDUSTRY TRACK
This past year, Film Independent launched its inaugural Industry Track, a component of Project:Involve that is geared towards individuals planning to work in the film industry as agents/managers, development execs, acquisitions/distribution execs, and in marketing. Fellows accepted into the Industry Track will fully participate in Project:Involve with the filmmaking track Fellows.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Applications are accepted in the following categories:
Acquisitions/Distribution, Agent/Manager, Cinematography, Development
Exec, Directing, Documentary, Editing, Film Programming, Marketing,
Producing, Screenwriting, and Writer/Director
To be eligible, please complete the online application and fufill the requirements below:
- Director, Producer, Editor, Cinematographer: ONE reel (film, tv, music video, commercial media accepted)
- Writer/Director: ONE feature length script AND ONE reel (film, tv, music video, commercial media accepted)
- Writer: ONE feature length script
- Industry Tracks: Indication in resume or bio of Industry experience (internships accepted), other work relevance, and/or education relevance
Los Angeles residence requirement:
We accept applications from filmmakers all over the world. However, due to the ongoing monthly workshops, and other major
events, it is essential that the selected Fellows reside in the Los
Angeles vicinity during the duration of the program. Film Independent does not provide housing.
CRITERIA USED IN EVALUATING PROJECT:INVOLVE SUBMISSIONS:
Applicants must meet Project:Involve's goal of increasing diversity in the film industry. Strong consideration will be given to the following:
- Individuals who come from communities under-represented in the film industry
- Quality of their projects/application
- Individuals who demonstrate passion, vision, talent, and commitment to pursuing a career in filmmaking
- Individuals who demonstrate a high level of responsibility and professionalism
COST TO PARTICIPATE IN PROJECT:INVOLVE:
Aside from the application fee, there is no tuition to attend Film Independent's Talent Development programs. Film Independent offers Project:Involve as a mentorship opportunity where filmmakers in all capacity can develop their craft and/or projects.
PROJECT:INVOLVE FELLOWS RECEIVE:
- A one-year membership with Film Independent
- A pass to the Filmmaker Forum
- Mentorship and Alumni support
- A pass to the Los Angeles Film Festival (City Pass)
- Inclusion in the FIND Talent Guide
