Explore a curated list of grants, funding and on set opportunities for independent filmmakers. Whether you're working on a documentary or short film, we regularly update this page with new options to help bring your project to life.

Filmmaker Opportunities

  • The Heart Brake – Nashville, TN

    🎬 Filming this summer
    🗓 Apply by: June 20, 2025
    📩 Link in @tnentertains' bio

  • 9-1-1: Nashville – Hiring Now!

    📍 Nashville + surrounding areas
    🗓 Submit by: June 16, 2025
    📩 Email resume to: 911N.Resumes@wdtvs.com

  • The Academy’s Nicholl Fellowships

    This prestigious fellowship from The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences supports emerging screenwriters with $35,000 fellowships. Ideal for unproduced scripts that showcase originality and strong storytelling.

    Only a limited number of applications accepted. Deadline: June 15, 2025

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  • The SFFILM Rainin Grant

    Looking for support to bring your socially-driven feature film to life? The SFFILM Rainin Grant offers up to $25K for narrative features tackling social justice issues. Submissions due by May 30, 2025!

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  • The “Fix It In Post” Fund

    Need support to wrap your short film? The “Fix It In Post” Fund is for LA-based filmmakers needing help with post-production costs.

    Grant: $2,500 | Deadline: July 31, 2025

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  • Early State Doc Projects

    Need funding for your documentary in production or post? Impact Partners is offering $100K–$300K to get it across the finish line.

    Deadline: Rolling

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