This groundbreaking initiative is set to support early-career, female-identifying filmmakers by providing essential funding, mentorship, paid apprenticeships, and bespoke marketing and distribution strategies for their original film projects.

The program is open to female-identifying filmmakers of all backgrounds and experiences in Washington State, and is especially open to new artists with no film experience. It will support both short form and “microbudget” feature films.

The Emerging Filmmakers Program funding model is designed to prioritize equity and inclusion, enabling Emergence Films to serve as patrons for filmmakers without imposing a list of requirements or restrictions on genre, cast, story, or format. This liberating approach allows for unparalleled creative freedom of expression.

The journey from film school to directing a first feature has long been a gruelling challenge for women. The lack of access to financiers willing to support a bigger budget for a larger project compounds the difficulty. The Emerging Filmmakers Program aims to back women at this critical juncture, providing the necessary financing to create career-defining films.

In its first cycle, the program will focus on female-identifying filmmakers local to Washington State. Each selected team will consist of a director, writer, and producer, fostering a collaborative and inclusive filmmaking environment.

Each short film team will receive $10k in funding. To further support working filmmakers, the program offers an ‘earn while you learn’ approach across all their educational offerings, allowing participants to receive a living wage while they learn.

READ MORE & APPLY AT: https://emergencefilms.us/emerging-filmmaker-program/