Join us for a conference designed specifically for creatives, featuring in-depth workshops on funding and distribution and panel discussions with local industry and creators on building sustainability in the Southeast. This is offered in partnership with the Atlanta Film Festival and more. Check out our afternoon schedule below, panelists and more information coming soon! 2 - 3 PM | Building Creative Sustainability Locally For filmmakers, musicians, and creatives who want to learn more about making their way with their craft AND commerce. Industry professionals will candidly discuss the challenges and opportunities of building a truly independent career. They will share how they sustain themselves financially and creatively. Our panelists: James Maccenzie, Filmmaker, UNG Profession, Creator of the Microbudget Feature Film Lab Brenna Noyes, Filmmaker and Head of Media at LaFuse Entertainment Adesola Thomas, Artistic and Organizational Operations Coordinator at Kashif Foundation + Filmmaker in Residence at Atlanta Film Society Costa Kiralos, Filmmaker Frogtown Milo Richards, Filmmaker Fishy 3 - 4 PM | Industry Opportunities Industry leaders and experts break down where the creative industries are today and how creators, filmmakers, and musicians can best steward their own careers through this time. Aubrey Mozino, President We Make Movies Sean Taylor, No Labels Necessary, Forever Fan, Collie Michael Bracy, Bracy Tucker Brown, Founder Emertius of the Future of Music Coalition Brian Calhoun, Head of Digital Strategy at the Blueprint Group Zuri Obi, Cofounder of the Kudzu Connective Access & Presence Notice Access & Presence Notice RSVPs are required for each session. The venue space is limited, and acceptance will be on a first-come, first-served basis. We appreciate your cooperation and care in helping us steward the space responsibly. We hope to see you there! And, check out our afternoon session if you would like to make it an all-day event!