Program areas at New Mexico Film Foundation
George RR Martin Sci Fi screwnwring grant. An award of $5000 to a qualified screenwriters. Open to all New Mexico residents.
Providing information and disemination to New Mexico film community answering questions, referring, advising, mentoring and helping with project development and consulting.
Educational program hosting 4 part series- 2021 New Mexico Above-the-Line Conversation Series, a four-part virtual series for Above the Line Talent through ZOOM for Writers, Actors, Producers and Directors. Hosted an in person event with the Jean Cocteau Theater to showcase local Independent Films. Additional, met with local film liaisons in New Mexico to discuss the mission behind the foundation and to collaborate on future events. Very challenging year with COVID restrictions within our state.
We provided a quarterly newsletter structured to inform the local film community and public at large in regards to educational opportunities, events , current films and updates in any laws and regulations in regards to the film industry
Provide quarterly screenings of short films and trailers of local New Mexico independent filmmakers. This event allows local filmmakers to see their work on a large screen which give insights to aspects of editing and appearance. The event is open to the public which gives them an opportunity to see current work by New Mexico filmmakers.
Guest hosting radio show on KSFR called Cinemascope which interviews New Mexico filmmakers in all aspects of filmmaking. Broadcast from Santa Fe Community College. Dungball Express Podcast guest which interviewed the Executive Director
Indie Interview Video Log. This program in development will interview New Mexico filmmakers and be broadcast live on social media such as Facebook and Youtube. This will reach the over 6000 followers of the New Mexico Film Foundation on facebook with the potential of reaching an international audience. This is still a work in progress
Provide mentorship, resources and Fiscal Sponsorship to 10 film projects
Direct Public support w/Fiscal Admin income