Here are the submission guidelines:
To submit a nomination for this project, complete the FilmFreeway application and tell why you are nominating the media-maker or yourself. In the Director's Statement section of the application, describe the role of the media-maker with autism in the media work you are nominating. You may also describe the role of the media-maker with autism in the cover letter of your application, or by uploading a file. An example of an uploaded file could be a word document that you write describing the media work and media-maker who you are nominating.
Anyone can nominate the work of an autistic media-maker for this festival. Self-nominations are also accepted. All nominations must be made through the FilmFreeway application.
What is a media-maker?
Media-makers are people who create projects in:
· Film
· Animation
· Video Game Design
· New Media
· All media using moving images
Who is eligible to apply?
· Autistic media-makers can nominate themselves
· Coworkers can submit on behalf of an autistic media-maker
· Organizations can submit on behalf of an autistic media-maker
· Anyone can nominate the work of an autistic Media Maker
Is there a minimum level of experience needed?
No. All autistic media-makers can apply. This includes:
· Professionals
· Students
· Teachers
· People of all ages
When is the deadline?
Applicants can submit from now until January 31, 2022.
When will I know if my media is selected for the festival?
You will be emailed in March 2022.
When is the award ceremony and exhibit?
The Marvels of Media Awards ceremony will be on March 31, 2022. The exhibit will be open to the public from April 1 to April 30th.
What should I include in the application?
Please answer all questions on the application. Be sure to tell us about the autistic media-maker and their role in the film you are nominating.
What should I include in the Director’s Bio?
Make sure to mention if the media maker (or you) are autistic. The Marvels of Media Awards is for media makers who are on the autism spectrum. You may also include this information in the cover letter of your application, or by uploading a separate file.
What should I include in the Director’s Statement?
Write about the role of the autistic media maker in the work. If you are nominating yourself, write about your role in your work. (For example: Is the nominated media maker a Director? Actor? Editor?)
Describe why you are nominating the media maker or yourself for this award. You may also include this information in the cover letter of your application, or by uploading a separate file.
