In 2011, our youth media workshop returned to Oklahoma and conducted a program at the Tonkawa Tribe of Oklahoma. Dozens of youth participated and produced several films about the history of the Tonkawa people, a stop motion animation piece and a hilarious comedy about frybread! Check out production pics below: The Sac and Fox Nation… Read more »
2010 Native Youth Media and Tech Workshops
In 2010, we expanded our outreach and traveled to tribes in Oklahoma, Arizona and California. Each tribe produced incredible films that shared genuine insight into their community, their history and their issues effecting them the most. In June, we partnered with the Ponca Tribe in White Eagle, Oklahoma and worked with several youth on numerous… Read more »
16th Annual LA SKINS FEST – Call For Submissions
“As media and tech merge to expand creative content, the LA SKINS FEST continues to champion and launch the careers of Native content creators.” Announced Patricia Gomes, festival director. ”Since 2007, this festival has showcased some of the best talent in Indian Country and has a tradition of discovering new indigenous filmmakers.” The LA SKINS… Read more »
2009 Native Youth Media and Tech Workshops
Since 2009, we have taught film workshops to youth at reservations and Native American urban centers throughout the United States and Canada. The participating youth learn about writing, directing, shooting and editing their own movies. Equally important, the youth present these films to their tribal communities and speak before an audience. Check out images from… Read more »
2020 Native Youth Media and Tech Workshops
The 2020 Native Youth Workshop continued through the pandemic with virtual and in-person programs expanding year round curriculum. Our 2020 partners included United American Indian Involvement and the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe. These workshops navigated the dangers of the COVID-19 pandemic with strict safety regulations while on production. The films produced in our summer program… Read more »
2018 Native Youth Media and Tech Workshops
In 2018, we partnered with numerous tribes, organizations and networks to provide several media workshops throughout the year. We were excited to welcome new partners and grow our relationship with ongoing programs. In June, our first stop was Seven Generations at United American Indian Involvement, Inc. in Los Angeles, CA. The youth produced films, documentaries… Read more »
2nd Native American Writers Seminar – Applications Closed
The Native American Media Alliance has closed its call for applications for the 2nd Annual Native American Writers Seminar taking place June through July, 2022. The seminar initiative is presented by WarnerMedia and the Cherokee Nation Film Office. The Native American Writers Seminar develops emerging Native Americans writers for TV and film. The seminar also… Read more »
Native American Youth Virtual Reality Workshop
The Native American Youth Virtual Reality Workshop launched with tribes in Colorado and Utah! The week long interactive and educational workshop introduced the Oculus for indigenous teens and youth. The goal is to encourage Native American youth to explore careers in virtual reality. The workshop collaborated with the following tribes and Native-led organizations to host… Read more »
10th Annual Native American Media Awards
Thank you to the filmmakers, writers, crew, cast, partners and community supporters! The 10th Annual Native American Media Awards was an incredible event that celebrated the many accomplishments in our community. Congratulations to those who achieved new heights and made their mark on the 2021 film festival. The 10th Annual Native American Media Awards took… Read more »
7th Annual Native American TV Writers Lab – Selected Fellows
7th ANNUAL NATIVE AMERICAN TV WRITERS LAB ANNOUNCES TWELVE SELECTED FELLOWS The Native American Media Alliance, in partnership with Netflix, Amazon Studios, Comcast NBCUniversal, Kung Fu Monkey Productions, Cherokee Nation Film Office, Snowpants Productions and A+E Networks is excited to announce the twelve selections for the 7th Annual Native American TV Writers Lab fellows. “We… Read more »