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LFI FELLOWSHIPS
The LFI Fellowships program is a comprehensive suite of entertainment industry pipeline initiatives. Encompassing the LFI Inclusion, LFI Spark Animation, Below-The-Line, LFI Futuro XR: 360° Video Lab, LFI Works In Progress, LFI Scholar and YCP Alumni Film fellowships as well as various grant opportunities, the program provides tailored mentorship, essential resources, and strategic industry connections to support creatives at every career stage. By empowering high school students, emerging talents, and seasoned professionals alike, LFI Fellowships champions a new generation of creatives equipped to thrive in a competitive entertainment landscape.
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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 her creative journey, the lessons she’s learned from young storytellers, and why she believes nuestras historias importan.
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.
