PROGRAMS

LFI BELOW-THE-LINE

The LFI Below-the-Line Fellowship is a comprehensive 6-month initiative 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.

2025– 2026

Introducing our 29 selected fellows. Learn more about them and their upcoming projects.

2024– 2025

Production design serves as the inaugural discipline, with the program developed and led by Academy Award-winning production designer Eugenio Caballero (Pan’s Labyrinth, Roma, Bardo). This groundbreaking initiative aims to address critical needs in below-the-line positions within the film industry while creating meaningful pathways for emerging talent.

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Latino Film Institute Announces LFI Spark Animation Fellowship’s 5th Cohort

Animation Magazine

Latino Film Institute (LFI) today announced the fifth cohort of the LFI Spark Animation Fellowship, one of the organization’s signature programs designed to support emerging animation filmmakers. Supported by Netflix, the fellowship provides financial support, mentorship and industry guidance to help filmmakers develop and complete original animated short films.

LATINO FILM INSTITUTE ANNOUNCES FIFTH COHORT OF LFI SPARK ANIMATION FELLOWSHIP

LOS ANGELES, CA – JUNE 29, 2026 – Latino Film Institute (LFI) today announced the fifth cohort of the LFI Spark Animation Fellowship, one of the organization’s signature programs designed to support emerging animation filmmakers. Supported by Netflix, the fellowship provides financial support, mentorship, and industry guidance to help filmmakers develop and complete original animated short films.