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A space for emerging creators to build community created by ColorCreative. ColorCreative was founded by Issa Rae, Deniese Davis and Talitha Watkins to support and develop the voices of the future while enabling women and people-of-color creators to reach their greatest potential.

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Find your People IS A training curriculum that provides SPECIALIZED RESOURCES, mentorship and guidance for seven ESSENTIAL disciplines in the filmmaking process.

FIND YOUR PEOPLE BEGINS IN

MAY 2024.

There will be several in person training sessions and networking events. At the end of this extensive process, participants will have the opportunity to pitch their short film project to a committee who could green light the funding.

THERE ARE

7

CREATIVE

DISCIPLINES

Applicants may only apply for one of the seven disciplines

DIRECTORS

PRODUCERS

EDITORS

COMPOSERS

PRODUCTION DESIGNERS

CINEMATOGRAPHERS

COSTUME DESIGNERS

FIND YOUR

PEOPLE PROGRAM

GIVES...

VISIBILITY

In every stage of the process, participants will encounter top professionals in the industry.

MENTORSHIP

each discipline will have opportunities to interact with leading talent and companies in their field

PROFESSIONAL

DEVELOPMENT

Each discipline has hard and soft skills that will be discussed.

SUPPORT

All participants will receive contributions towards their craft through stipends and other perks.

AND MOST IMPORTANTLY...

YOU WILL

FIND YOUR

PEOPLE.

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GENERAL FAQ

Why aren’t writers one of the disciplines this year?

We learned a lot in the first year of the program. We realized that many of the creatives who applied to the program were writer/directors who had to choose between the writer or director discipline. This year we decided to combine the two tracks and extend the program to include composers.

Who can apply?

Anyone over the age of 18 who is eligible to work in the United States.

What do I need to know before I apply?

The most important thing to know is which discipline you are applying for. There are seven different disciplines and each one has unique application requirements.

When will I know if I get selected?

All applicants will receive a timeline of the process in the email correspondence following their application.

How long is the program?

The program is designed to be a year starting at the end of May and finishing the following year in May. All applicants must commit to attend all workshops, meetings and events which will be communicated ahead of your admission to the program.

Does the program cost money?

The program does not cost money. However, those admitted will be required to be physically located in the Los Angeles area during key moments of the program without exception. Selected applicants will receive a stipend to help cover the cost associated with travel

Do I have to complete the application in one sitting?

No, but it is recommended. The application is conducted through Typeform. You can begin to fill out the application, close it, and return later and your answers will still be there. The only rule is that you have to be on the same browser and device (and not in Incognito or Private browsing mode). Your answers will be kept safely in your browser’s local storage for 15 days. When you open the typeform again, you’ll be taken to the start of the form, but will see your existing answers from your last visit. You can edit those answers and fill out the rest of the questions before submitting.

I’m having technical issues with my application, what do I do?

Please reference Typeform’s support articles if you encounter any technical issues with the program. If you continue to have issues, reach out to us at findyourpeopleprogram@colorcreative.com. We’re here to help!

What if I missed the deadline?

To be fair to all applicants, there will not be a deadline extension. We suggest finishing your application and submitting it at least 72 hours before the deadline.

If chosen, will I be guaranteed the opportunity to produce a short film?

If chosen, you will receive training and guidance to prepare a pitch for your short film to a green light committee. If your film receives the green light, then yes you will be granted funding to produce your short film.

Is the program in person or remote?

Find Your People is a hybrid program but there will be mandatory in-person moments throughout the program held in the Los Angeles area.