Visual Communications - Armed with a Camera Fellowship

Overview

Armed With a Camera captures the stories of peoples in movement. Since 2002, AWC has developed and supported over 175 Asian American & Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander filmmakers. For the 2026-2027 cohort, they are looking for SoCal-based AANHPI artists to utilize the theme "MOVEMENT" as a point of inspiration.

Responsibilities

• Reflect on the past and present while considering what moves them, both body and mind.
• Create works that engage the community during the 12-15 month fellowship period.
• World Premiere their projects at the 43rd Edition of the Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival.
• Receive a $2,500 personal stipend and a $2,500 project stipend to support their creative works.

Requirements

• SoCal-based Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) artists.
• Utilize the theme "MOVEMENT" as a point of inspiration for their projects.

Qualifications

• Commitment to social and political changes and movements.
• Experience in filmmaking or related fields.

Benefits

• World Premiere of their projects at the 43rd Edition of the Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival.
• A $2,500 personal stipend.
• A $2,500 project stipend to support the creation of their media works.

Pay

• $2,500 personal stipend.
• $2,500 project stipend.

Schedule

• Starting in Fall 2026.
• Duration of 12-15 months.

Contact Information

The deadline to apply is July 31, 2026 @ 10PM (PST).