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SUNDANCE INSTITUTE

A non-profit organization dedicated to supporting independent artists in film, theatre, and new media.

The Sundance Institute is a non-profit organization founded by Robert Redford that discovers, develops, and supports independent artists and introduces new audiences to their work. Through its programs, the Institute seeks to provide creative and financial support to emerging filmmakers and storytellers across various disciplines.

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Explore Artist Programs

Sundance Institute offers a wide range of programs to support independent artists.

Creative Producing Documentary Film Feature Film Film Music Ignite (Emerging Filmmakers) Indigenous Program New Frontier (New Media) Women at Sundance All Programs

Program Details

Each of the Sundance Institute's programs offers unique support and opportunities for artists:

  • Creative Producing: Supports producers through labs, mentorship, and networking to develop their skills and projects. Visit here for more info.
  • Documentary Film: Offers grants, labs, and mentorship to documentary filmmakers tackling important contemporary issues. Learn more at this page.
  • Feature Film: Provides intensive support for independent feature filmmakers through development labs, workshops, and the Sundance Film Festival. Details at this link.
  • Film Music: Connects composers with filmmakers through labs to explore the collaborative process of scoring for film. More information available here.
  • Ignite: A program supporting emerging filmmakers from underrepresented communities through mentorship, workshops, and potential funding. Find out more at this page.
  • Indigenous Program: Supports Native American and Indigenous filmmakers through fellowships, labs, and screenings. Details at this link.
  • New Frontier: Showcases and supports artists working at the intersection of film, art, and technology, including VR, AR, and interactive installations. Learn more at this page.
  • Women at Sundance: Initiatives and programs dedicated to supporting and advancing women filmmakers. More info at this link.

Careers and Internships

Sundance Institute also offers employment and internship opportunities for those interested in working behind the scenes to support their mission.

  • Careers: Explore job openings within the Sundance Institute organization by visiting their Careers page.
  • Internships: Learn about internship opportunities across various departments by visiting their Internships page.