$250 MPB Gift Card + Distribution Deal
A+ Presents
2024 Hispanic Heritage Film Challenge
Shine a light on the diverse, powerful narratives within the Latino community.
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we are thrilled to launch the Hispanic Heritage Filmmaking Challenge in collaboration with AudPop and Avenida Entertainment! This is your opportunity to showcase your creative storytelling and shine a light on the diverse, powerful narratives within the Latino community.
Filmmakers are invited to submit a film from 2 minutes to 50 minutes in length.
Submission Guidelines:
- We prefer films in English.
- All genres are welcome—documentary, drama, comedy, and more.
- Films must either be created by Latino filmmakers or focus on Latino culture/heritage
- All films must have Latino representation in front of the camera.
- Submissions open September 10, 2024 and close October 10, 2024.
- The jury choice award will receive a $250 gift card to MPB.com.
- Winning filmmakers will not only receive recognition but also the chance to have their films distributed on A+, joining a growing library of content that highlights Latino excellence. This is an incredible opportunity to share your vision with a wide audience, thanks to Avenida Entertainment's commitment to elevating Latino voices in media. Every film accepted to stream on A+ will be distributed on A+ with a minimum guarantee of $250 and A+ will select multiple participants for distribution with a rev share if the filmmaker is interested in licensing with A+.
Uploading your film checklist:
- Use Google Chrome for optimal uploading.
- Ensure your film is under 500 MB.
Avenida Entertainment Group is a trailblazing media company dedicated to empowering Latino voices across all stages of content creation—from funding and production to distribution.. Avenida is committed to amplifying stories that reflect the richness and diversity of the Latino experience, ensuring they reach audiences far and wide.
A+ (www.WatchAPlus.tv) is the premiere streaming platform for English-language content created by and for Latinos. As part of Avenida Entertainment, A+ offers a home for films, series, and documentaries that celebrate Latino culture and excellence. Winning filmmakers will have the unique opportunity to feature their work on A+, where it will be seen by an engaged and growing audience seeking authentic, quality storytelling from the Latino community.
About our prize sponsor, MPB: MPB transforms the way that people buy, sell and trade photo and video gear. As the largest global platform for used photography and videography equipment, MPB is a destination for everyone, whether you’ve just discovered your passion for visual storytelling or you’re already a pro. Founded by Matt Barker in 2011, MPB has always been committed to making gear more accessible and affordable, and helping to visualize a more sustainable future. MPB recirculates more than 485,000 used products every year, extending the life and creative potential of photo and video equipment for creators around the world.Headquartered in the creative communities of Brooklyn, Brighton and Berlin, the MPB team includes trained camera experts and seasoned photographers and videographers who bring their passion to work every day to deliver outstanding service.
Join us and be a part of the next generation of Latino filmmakers making an impact. Submit your film today and let your voice be heard on A+, the platform dedicated to telling our stories, from Avenida Entertainment Group, a leader in producing and distributing Latino content.
AudPop is a video platform connecting filmmakers, partners, and consumers globally. We believe that real stories can change the world. That’s why we connect filmmakers with brands and audiences through the creation, curation, and promotion of authentic storytelling content worldwide.
AudPop also offers a video marketplace to make it easy for video creatives and businesses to connect and work together to create videos they love. From businesses who need custom video to video creatives who want access to quality video projects, people around the world rely on the tried-and-true AudPop creative process to get great video online.
Since 2013, AudPop has grown from a small, online contest platform into a global community of video creators that is now the go-to solution for entertainment content.
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