FILMNORTH

Youth media education - filmnorth's youth media programs work with youth, both in and out of schools. The mission is to teach filmmaking as a means of engaging youth in their education - developing artistic, critical thinking, and career skills while examining issues in their own environments. This program scaffolding provides youth with various entry points to filmmaking and opportunities to thrive as they develop their skills, employ their talent, and interact with professional filmmakers. All programs employ teaching artists who illuminate the art, technology, and business of media arts, and offer post-class mentorships and other access to filmnorth programming. Filmnorth also offers a robust summer camp program designed to reach both elementary and high school students.

Fiscal sponsorship and support - filmnorth consults with more than 50 film projects annually to help them produce new work and raise project funds. Filmnorth staff consults with its members on all elements of film and media production, including projects, careers, distribution, funding, and production. In 2021 filmnorth redesigned its application process, which may be found at https://filmnorth.org/fiscal-sponsorship/fiscal-sponsorship-application/. A board committee reviews all applications, and the full board votes to accept or deny each application.

Access and facilities - filmnorth helps filmmakers get their films made with low-cost access to editing suites, classrooms, meeting space and filmmaking equipment. The facilities and equipment are integral to the education program for student field work and practical experience. Approximately 200 served.exhibitions and screenings - filmnorth increases audiences for filmmakers with over 40 opportunities to screen and exhibit new work across the state, including the monthly cinema lounge series at the bryant-lake bowl, independent spirit award screenings, and the marsden/gustafson gallery. Over 3,600 served annually, including online screenings.memberships - filmnorth membership affords filmmakers referrals, discounts on classes and career development activities, and consulting. Over 200 active members.