Casting Call: Emerging Filmmaker Fellow
Job Description:
DNA is excited to announce the opening of applications for the Emerging Filmmaker Fellowship for 2024. This prestigious opportunity is designed for BIPOC media-based storytellers based in Detroit who are looking to make a significant impact in the film industry. We are committed to nurturing talent and providing a platform for creative expression and growth.
Job Responsibilities:
- Develop and produce a short film, either a documentary or a narrative project, within the fellowship period.
- Participate actively in mentorship sessions, professional development workshops, and networking events organized by DNA.
- Collaborate with mentors and peers to refine storytelling and filmmaking skills.
- Engage in all aspects of film production, from pre-production planning to post-production editing.
- Present the completed short film at the conclusion of the fellowship.
Requirements:
- Identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color).
- Reside in or be willing to relocate to Detroit for the duration of the fellowship.
- Possess a demonstrated interest and some experience in filmmaking, storytelling, or related media fields.
- Propose a project that is impact-driven, historical, personal, and/or experimental in nature.
- Commit to full participation in the 18-month program, including all scheduled workshops, meetings, and events.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of individuals.
Compensation:
- A total of $25,000 will be provided for the creation of the short film.
- An additional $15,000 stipend will be distributed incrementally throughout the fellowship to compensate for time and participation in the program.
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