Transforming the Industry By Empowering Storytellers and creators
LFI is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to creating infrastructure for education, advancement and innovation in the entertainment, tech arts, and media industries.
Our signature programs include LALIFF, Youth Cinema Project, and LFI Fellowships.
ABOUT THE FELLOWSHIP
The LFI Below-the-Line Fellowship is a program designed to equip emerging filmmaking professionals with the foundational skills, technical training, and professional guidance necessary to launch sustainable careers in key below-the-line crafts.
The program combines instruction, mentorship, and on-set experience, culminating in professional exposure through internships and job placements.
* The deadline to apply is September 11 at 11:59 PM PT.
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Nuestras Historias Importan: A Conversation with Liliana Hueso
For Liliana Hueso, storytelling is about creating connection, building community, and helping people feel seen. In this Staff Spotlight, Liliana shares the experiences that shaped ...
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Diana Cadavid on Finding the Stories That Matter
Ahead of LALIFF, we spoke with Diana Cadavid, who oversees the festival’s programming and leads LFI’s Industry Programs, about her path from Colombia to the ...
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YCP – Marcella Ochoa: Interview
Filmmaker Marcella Ochoa, founder of 8A Entertainment, has built a career telling stories that center Latino voices and explore bold social themes through genre. From ...
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