AM-FM Filmmakers Masterclass 2026
About the Masterclass
The AM-FM Masterclass 2026 is a selective filmmaking development program designed to nurture emerging and mid-career filmmakers connected to the African film community in Manitoba and beyond.
The program aims to provide practical training, mentorship, and collaborative production experience while building a long-term community of filmmakers who remain engaged with the African Movie Festival Manitoba (AM-FM) beyond completion of the masterclass.
Participants will enter the program with a short film project they intend to produce and will receive support throughout the masterclass and beyond its completion to help develop these projects.
The program will run from June to late July 2026, combining virtual and in-person sessions.
We will develop a dedicated track and timeline for each filmmaker entering the program to support the execution of their short film project.
At the end of the program, all participants will collaborate to produce one short film.
Program Dates: June – July 2026 (8-week program)
Format
Hybrid: In-person + virtual sessions
Most sessions take place on weekends (Saturday & Sunday), with some
weekday evening sessions if needed.
What Participants Receive
- Training in Directing, Cinematography, Screenwriting, Editing, Sound and Music in film, and Business Development/Grant writing from industry professionals
- Development support for your independent short film project
Collaborative production of a festival-ready short film at the end of the program with other program participants - Post-program support, including grant writing help, industry
opportunities, and professional development on your independent short
film project
Eligibility / Application Requirements Applicants must submit:
Letter of Intent (max 750 words)
CV/Resume (max 2 pages) + Filmography (1 page)
City/Province of residence
Short film project proposal including title, role, genre, synopsis (100
words), and artist statement (250 words)
Number of Participants
10 filmmakers will be selected.
Deadline to Apply
May 1st, 2026
Application Fee:
$100 CAD (fully refunded upon successful completion of the program and full attendance)
Submission:
Submit all application materials as a single PDF document to: info@am-fm.ca
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