CR8:BLK Studios Presents: The Afro-Indigenous Film and Media Summit 2025

On June 6-7, 2025 CR8:BLK Studios is hosting the Afro-Indigenous Film and Media Summit 2025- "The Business of Being a Creative" (AIFMS2025) in Charlotte, NC! Taking place at the Independent Picture House, this two-day summit will have film screenings, workshops, panel discussions, networking, and more. The AIFMS was developed by CR8:BLK Studios to facilitate engagement amongst filmmakers from across the USA with independent film and media companies. The two-day event geared towards fostering productive connections while bringing to the center a focus on Afro-Indigenous and Indigenous narratives and storytelling. Full AIFMS2025 Schedule and Details Below Day One: June 6, 2025 3-6pm Opening Remarks from CR8:BLK Studios Workshop One: Beyond Film Festivals Understanding Distribution Workshop Two: Marketing and Branding for Creatives Media Interactive Space a special installation on Afro-indigenous languages using film, video art, and discussion. Includes film screening of Bakosó: AfroBeats of Cuba. AIFMS2025 Short Film Showcase and Meet n’ Greet Filmmaker Mixer Meet local filmmakers and engage in a bit of film trivia with a chance to win prizes. Welcome Dinner for filmmakers and creatives off site and tickets to the Welcome Dinner are limited by invite only. Day Two: June 7, 2025 2-6pm CR8:BLK Studios Virtual Webinars CR8:BLK Studios will host two virtual webinars on “The Business of Being a Creative” and “Navigating Fiscal Sponsorship”. Three Panel Discussions-Africa Cinema Now, Beyond Spanish, Indigenous Storytelling in the Americas , and The Business of Being a Creative Break Out Sessions-Two special break-out sessions : Perfecting the Pitch and Sit Down with a Producer. AIFMS 2025 Pitch Contest -Winner Announced Closing Film Screening of the film "Duality" followed by a Q&A on Defining Afro-Indigenous. Rooftop Networking Event Meet the CR8:BLK Studios team and network with creatives and special announcement about CR8:BLK’s Film Residency Program. Additional AIFMS2025 Activities AIFMS2025 Film Screenings Join CR8:BLK Studios in a special screening of "Sugarcane" at 12pm at Independent Picture House. Tickets available at AIFMS2025.eventbrite.com *All registrations include a copy of the AIFMS 2025 Filmmakers Resource Guide. Here are the featured filmmakers and creatives speaking or presenting at AIFMS2025: Dr. Margarita Lila Rosa Chad Charlie Eli Jacobs-Fantauzzi Olivia Peace Alexis C. Garcia Chad Eric Smith Juanie Fowlkes Mariona Lloreta Kobina de Graft -Johnson Marina Skye Fredrick Murphy Jason C. Louder Kimberly Knight Meghan Ross Morgen Whiteman Mazi Oyo Mawuko Kuadzi Jasmine C. Perry Fletch Power True Hinds-Madega Benita Bortey

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