What are the responsibilities and job description for the FLC Artists Academy 2023 position at FILM AT LINCOLN CENTER INC?
Description
Returning after a three-year hiatus to the 61st New York Film Festival (NYFF61), the Film at Lincoln Center (FLC) Artists Academy offers a tailored workshop for eight emerging filmmakers and craftspeople. Accepted members of the FLC Artists Academy will convene during NYFF61 for a three-day workshop intensive, giving them the opportunity to meet with experienced filmmakers and industry professionals to discuss their work and continued development as creative professionals, gain invaluable insight into the process of collaboration, and learn strategies for making a sustainable living while focusing on creative endeavors.
The 2023 FLC Artists Academy includes:
- A three-day workshop intensive taking place in person during NYFF61
- Panel discussions and case studies with filmmakers, craftspeople, and industry leaders
- Peer-to-peer roundtable discussions with FLC Artists Academy alumni
- Support in both career development and expanding the participants’ creative network
- A festival badge to attend NYFF61
- Invitations to select industry events during the festival
Please note: Participants’ travel expenses will not be provided or reimbursed
FLC Artists Academy applicant requirements:
- Directors, screenwriters, producers, cinematographers, editors, production designers, sound designers, composers, and other craftspeople working in narrative, documentary, and experimental film are welcome to apply*
- Early career level with a minimum of two years of work experience in the field of filmmaking
- At least two years of post-high school education (e.g., traditional college, apprenticeships, professional certification, participation in other industry labs, etc.)
- Intermediate to fluent level of English comprehension
- Have a solid understanding of film culture and community
- Able to provide examples of their work (e.g., a completed project, work-in-progress, pitch doc/deck, etc.)
- Must be available to be on-site in New York City for the workshops and during the New York Film Festival
Requirements
*Filmmakers and craftspeople from underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply as part of our commitment to increasing representation in the film space. To apply, please submit:
- Resume/CV
- A Bio (100–150 words) and a separate Statement of Intent based on the prompt below (500 words max.)
- Tell us about your background and why you would make a good candidate for the Artists Academy. Be sure to note any particular interests (genres, national cinemas, etc.). Passion and a deep knowledge of film history matter more than overall professional experience.
- 1–2 letters of recommendation/references
- Any of the following examples of work experience, which can either be submitted as uploads or as links in your initial statement:
- Links to previous film work (including passwords as needed)
- Pitch decks/docs
- Work-in-progress
- Reference docs that can highlight your experience in the industry, such as script excerpts, project synopsis, etc.
Key Dates
- May 3: Applications open
- June 2: Applications close
- July 14: Participants notified of their selection
- October 2–4: FLC Artists Academy three-day workshops