Women in Film: FINANCING INTENSIVE

Unlocking Opportunities with WIF: Empowering Women Filmmakers Through Skillful Financing!

For nearly a decade, Women in Film (WIF) has been committed to addressing the most pressing challenges that women filmmakers face both at structural and project-specific levels. The quest for funding, a formidable challenge even for seasoned creators, continues to be an obstacle. Research has shed light on persistent gender biases that women encounter, creating hurdles in their pursuit of financing security.

Steeped in history, the annual WIF and Sundance Institute Financing Intensive stands as a beacon of support. Geared toward producers—both in fiction and documentary realms—this program equips them with the tools and connections they need to propel their pivotal projects to the next level of financing triumph. Over a span of two days, producers and their collaborating directors engage in immersive small-group workshops that dive into pitching mastery, financing strategy, professional skill honing, and exclusive one-on-one interactions with potential financiers and partners.

Their ultimate aim with this Intensive is to arm producers actively seeking financing with enhanced presentation skills and actionable strategic insights, propelling their projects forward. Moreover, they offer a platform for meaningful connections with potential backers and newfound allies.