The WAVE Grant is devoted to helping emerging female and non-binary filmmakers of color tell their own “great f**king story.” Each year, we select five recipients to receive a $5,000 seed grant for the production of their short film. Recipients will also receive mentorship from our award-winning team with development, production, and distribution strategies.
Applications for the WAVE Grant are now closed.
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Recipients will receive a $5,000 seed grant for the production of their short film.
Recipients will receive a mentorship program. The Wavelength team will assist with development, production, and distribution strategies.
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Wavelength’s WAVE Grant is for a short narrative film of approximately 10 minutes. Shorts already in production or post-production will not be considered.
Production of the short must be completed within 2024. Production cannot begin before Feb. 2024.
This project must be the applicant’s directorial debut. Student films do not count as prior work. Applicants may have prior experience in film industry apart from directorial role.
Applicants must own the copyright of their production and have budgetary and editorial control.
Applicants must identify as a member of the BIPOC community and identify as woman or non-binary.
Applicants must be based in the United States and will be required to provide proof of residency.
Student films, feature films, series and engagement/outreach campaigns will not be considered. Documentary concepts or films in need of finishing funds will not be considered.
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Treatment (one-page max) – include a brief outline of the story and tone
Script (optional) – a script is not required but preferred if you have it.
Budget & Schedule – work-in-progress budget at development stage only and your production schedule. (A note on film financing: Wavelength partners with Seed & Spark as a platform tool for grantees to utilize. If the budget exceeds $5,000, must include information on how you plan to raise the additional funding.)
Resume – include a PDF of your CV. A link to your personal portfolio is also welcome.
Video pitch (3 minutes max) – 1-3 minute video introducing yourself and the project (private Vimeo or YouTube link is preferred)
Signed release form – we will not be able to review your application without this release.
If currently enrolled in university, must be graduating in or by 2024.
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Applications open: October 1, 2023
Applications close: December 1, 2023 at 11:59pm PT
Interviews with finalists: January 2024
All applicants will be notified by January 31, 2024 of the status of their submission
WAVE Grant program begins: February 2024
All applicants will receive the opportunity to participate in a free 5-part workshop series from Seed&Spark.
Questions? Please contact us at wavegrant@wavelengthproductions.com