Netflix and NewFest have partnered for a new initiative, the New Voices Filmmaker Grant that supports emerging LGBTQ+ filmmakers. Four filmmakers with documentary, narrative, animated or episodic projects by and about the LGBTQ+ community will each receive a $25,000 grant.
The Grant seeks to support the creation of work from underrepresented voices in the film industry, and will be awarding a $25,000 grant each to 4 director recipients who have not yet had their work distributed.
In addition to the $25,000 grant and the opportunity to be connected with an industry mentor, fellows will also participate in events and have their work showcased at NewFest’s New York LGBTQ+ Film Festival, one of the largest queer film festivals in the world. Fellows will also have the opportunity to travel as guests of NewFest to other North American film festivals.
Submissions are accepted for documentary, narrative, animated or episodic projects by and about the LGBTQ+ community.
Deadline: Applications must be received by February 28th, 2022 at 11:59pm EST (All applicants will be notified no later than May 31st, 2022)
