Arts Council Wood Buffalo has partnered with Vovo Productions and TELUS STORYHIVE to bring the Empowered Filmmaker program to Fort McMurray from June 7-12, 2025. This program is open to aspiring filmmakers over the age of 15, with priority given to Indigenous applicants. The program is free to attend and all participants will receive a comprehensive week-long training in all areas of filmmaking, culminating in the creation of a short film that will be screened on the final day.
Location: TBD
Dates: June 7-12, 2025
Time: 9:00am-5:00pm
Community Screening & Awards Ceremony: June 12 at 4:00pm
How to Apply
Complete the application form HERE.
About the Program
Future Indigenous Filmmakers.
Founded in 2017, Empowered Filmmaker has now trained more than 545 indigenous filmmakers and produced more than 180 films across BC and Alberta. Empowered Filmmaker is a 5-day intensive, all-inclusive film program with all equipment and training provided. Our participants apply with a concept and have a finished film at the completion of the program which is showcased at our very own community film festival and awards ceremony. No experience is necessary to apply. There is no cost to participants.
We believe in lifting up Indigenous voices through positive storytelling. Our goal is to build an army of indigenous filmmakers to tell the stories that matter.
This program is supported by TELUS STORYHIVE & VoVo Productions.
Completed films will be made available on TELUS Optik TV® On Demand. Official certifications, awards and special prizes are included as well as access to grants and ongoing professional opportunities.
