Native Women in Film, Television & All Media
Project Timeline (October 2026 – October 2027)
October – December 2026 | Planning & Program Development
• Launch festival call for entries and program announcements.
• Hire public relations and marketing team.
• Develop branding, graphic design, promotional materials, and digital assets.
• Launch social media, newsletter, and outreach campaigns.
• Secure venues, sponsors, partners, filmmakers, musicians, speakers, and special guests.
• Convene production meetings and establish volunteer and advisory teams.
• Select festival jurors and begin program curation.
January – February 2027 | Program Promotion & Participant Engagement
• Announce Native Women in Music Concert Series lineup and Impact Media Award honorees.
• Open ticket sales for all events.
• Finalize festival programming, filmmaker Q&As, conversation series, and screenwriting lab.
• Implement media, advertising, and community outreach campaigns.
• Confirm production crews, volunteers, and event logistics.
March 2027 | Program Implementation
• Present Native Women in Film, Television & All Media Festival.
• Host film screenings, filmmaker Q&As, conversation series, Native Women Write Screenwriting Lab, Native Women in Music Concert Series, and Impact Media Awards.
• Facilitate networking, mentorship, and professional development opportunities for participants.
April – June 2027 | Follow-Up & Community Engagement
• Conduct post-event evaluation and participant surveys.
• Share success stories, media coverage, and program outcomes.
• Continue community engagement through virtual programming, including Why We Wear Red and Only One Water initiatives.
• Maintain ongoing communications through newsletters, social media, and partner outreach.
July – October 2027 | Impact Assessment & Sustainability
• Track participant outcomes, audience engagement, and program impact.
• Develop future partnerships, sponsorships, and workforce opportunities.
• Prepare reports and documentation for stakeholders and funders.
• Archive program content and distribute select programming through Red Nation Television Network.
November 2027 and Beyond
• Showcase selected Native Women in Film, Television & All Media films at the 32nd Red Nation International Film Festival and through Red Nation Television Network, extending audience reach and career opportunities for participating filmmakers.