Submission Period for Both: June 15th – July 30th, 2024
The Mexican-American Cultural Education Foundation (MACEF) has opened the submission period for their Master Class Workshop Series: From Film To Career. This interactive series is designed for those developing short dramas or feature-length narrative film projects, aiming to produce high-quality ork and build a sustainable career in the film industry.
The Master Workshop Series: From Film To Career will bring together a distinguished faculty of legendary filmmakers, including renowned producer Moctesuma Esparza (Selena, Mi Family, Milagro Beanfield War) and Director/Producer Jesus Trevino (Resurrection Blvd., Chicano! Documentary Series), with guest faculty such as director Luis Valdez (La Bamba, Zoot Suit) and producer Elias Auxume (MR-9: Do or Die) , among others. This isn’t just about making films—it’s about making successful, profitable films and forging a lasting career.
The Master Workshop series is of interactive sessions that delve into: Story & Screenplay, Building the Film Team, Casting, and Financing & Distribution. Ten selected filmmakers who are developing a short drama or feature length narrative film project and who wish to receive mentorship and guidance by master filmmakers, to produce higher level projects and develop a sustainable career in the film industry.
The workshop series, held annually, consists of four evening sessions spaced approximately a month apart, starting in the Fall of 2024.
Concurrently, MACEF will be accepting submissions for two $5K MACEF Filmmaker Production Grant. To qualify for this grant, the applicant must submit the script of the short film, film or TV pilot and be in the advanced stages of pre-production or production. Qualifying films will be assessed by the quality of the story (culturally positive and non-stereotypical stories are required) as well as production organization and viability of the project.
The Master Workshop and the grants are open to individuals of any background residing in the United States. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to reshaping the stereotypical Mexican-American narrative into a fairer, more positive, and realistic portrayal while educating communities about the valuable contributions of Mexican-American culture and people to America.
The submission period for both: June 15th – July 30th, 2024. SUBMIT HERE: https://www.mexamcef.org/the-masters-workshop
Use the same application for both the MACEF Master Class Workshop Series: From Film To Career and the Filmmaker Production Grant.
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