Upcoming at NYFA



Event |  Structuring Movies presented by Sam Pollard

Documentary filmmakers and enthusiasts, enjoy an evening with legendary editor Sam Pollard on July 27, 2017. Sam Pollard, who has been editing and directing for over thirty years, will share his perspective on shaping and structuring stories from both sides of the filmmaking process. The lecture will primarily focus on documentary filmmaking and will be accompanied…

Recap | Film Distribution and the Educational Market

“The education system supports documentary filmmaking.” – Livia Bloom Are you a documentary filmmaker in search of distribution opportunities? Could your film be a source of rich, academic material for the classroom? Consider tapping into the educational market. According to Livia Bloom, Vice President of Icarus Films, the education system supports and sustains the world…

Conversation with NYFA’s Media Specialist Matthew Seig

“Be generous and respectful to your cast, crew, audience, funders and community.” NYFA Fiscal Sponsorship is one of the oldest and most reputable programs of its kind in the country. It gives individual artists and artist-run organizations increased access to greater funding and enhances their fundraising capabilities. We have chatted to NYFA’s Matthew Seig, media…

TALK WITH IYABO BOYD: ELEMENTS OF EFFECTIVE APPLICATIONS

Program Manager Iyabo Boyd talks about film grants at Chicken & Egg Pictures on Thursday, June 11 Chicken & Egg Pictures supports women non-fiction filmmakers whose artful and innovative storytelling catalyzes social change. Since 2005, Chicken & Egg Pictures has awarded $3.75 million in grants and 5,220 hours of mentorship to over 180 films. Program…

DOCTOR’S HOURS FOR FILMMAKERS ON MAY 28

Doctor’s Hours for Filmmakers: Thursday, May 28, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Starting a new film? In the middle, finishing, or trying to get your film seen? Are you seeking professional feedback on a work sample, trailer, website, outreach strategy, written material or grant application? Networking may be the single most valuable thing you can…