ABOUT US

We are Mezcla Media Collective

Mezcla Media Collective is a Chicago-based non-profit arts organization transforming the local film industry for over 700 women and non-binary filmmakers who identify as ALAANA (African, Latinx, Asian, Arab, and Native American). As the only non-profit dedicated to women and non-binary filmmakers of color in the Midwest, we support our community to realize their full potential as storytellers and agents of change. 

Our Key Programs

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Quarterly Workshops

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Industry Circles

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Gear Access Program

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Annual Retreat

Current Supporters and Partners

Arts Work Funds Logo
DCASE Chicago Film Office logo
color congress logo
Crossroads Fund logo
Gaylord and Dorothy Donnelley Foundation Logo
MacArthur Foundation Logo
Camera Ambassador Logo
Open Television logo
Independent Film Alliance Chicago logo
Sisters in Cinema Logoo
Midwest Film Festival Logo
Full Spectrum Features Logo

MEMBERSHIPS

Join Our Community

We are a community hub for skill learning and career advancement, uplifting more than 700 women and non- binary filmmakers of color in Chicago. Annual memberships are available for BIPOC women and non-binary filmmakers who seek discounts on professional services, specialized workshops, and other curated opportunities.

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Testimonials

Our Impact

Anu Rana

Mezcla Member

I love that Mezcla has grown as quickly as it has. It shows that there was an urgent need for community support, especially for women/non-binary people of color, in the field of media production and development.

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Ashley O'Shay

Mezcla Member

From the DP retreat to the more offhand interactions, Mezcla is building power amongst creative women of color. The shift of that power is especially important in today's industry

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Vanessa A. Harris

Mezcla Member

It is now fifty-five short subjects, funding from a few philanthropic organizations, and a mini-grant from Mezcla later, I am happy to say that the Mezcla network helped me a lot.

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Christina Shaver

Mezcla Member

Being able to network with other filmmakers through Mezcla has been incredibly helpful to me as a producer. Feeling seen and seeing other women who look like me and respect my background is a huge confidence-builder.

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Jemima Charles

Mezcla Member

Mezcla is a creative and professional network that wants to see its members win. What I love most about Mezcla is it acts as an accountability partner.

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Sierra Council

Mezcla Member

They provide a safe space to grow professionally, to build relationships and to learn about opportunities I wouldn't know existed. Without a community like Mezcla, I wouldn't have the courage and the emotional stamina to do this work.

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