Proudly announcing the fourth cycle of the Women of Color Film Incubator program. 
Selected filmmakers will receive a $35,000 grant for their short film projects and comprehensive support throughout the filmmaking process, including pre-production, filming, post-production, and final exhibition. 

Filmmakers will also benefit from continued mentorship and opportunities to participate in NALIP’s signature events, such as the NALIP Media Summit, NALIP Media Accelerator, and Diverse Women in Media Forum.

• NALIP Media Summit
• NALIP Media Accelerator
• Diverse Women in Media Forum 

Learn More at our Application Info Session on Monday, July 22nd at 12 pm PST.

• (07/29) Submission opens 
• (08/11) Submission closes [11:59 PM Hawaii time]
• (08/26) Incubator opens 
• (August to September) Script stage
• (October - November) Production
• (December - March) Post
• (March/April) Sound + Color / Final Post
• (April 2025) DWIMF Screening - Showcasing work in progress by the fellows.

All five films will be showcased at a special screening at the Diverse Women in Media Forum on Spring 2025.

Applicants must provide the following for first-round consideration:

• NALIP membership. A valid NALIP membership is required in lieu of an entry fee. Become a Member
• Applicant Info 
• Role (Writer, Director, Writer/Director) 
• Personal Bio (200 words max)
• Logline (1-2 sentences) 
• Previous Work Sample
• Production Team Roster and Production Plan
• Full Budget Outline ($35,000)  
• Short Screenplay (15 pages max) 
• Pitch Deck/Lookbook (i.e. highlights, visual references, tone, synopsis, team bios, character bios, director’s statement, etc.)