Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center
When looking to enter the industry, it is important to utilize
your resources. Resources come in many
shapes, sizes, and forms. Networking,
and researching your field will definitely assist in propelling your career. I have decided to highlight one that targets
the African-Americans in the industry.
The Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center is an association and
resource whose intention is to provide guidance for filmmakers of the future and to ensure the diversity in the
industry.Mission of the Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center
Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center, BHERC, is a
nonprofit, public benefit organization, designed to advocate,
educate, research, develop, and preserve the history, and the future, of blacks
in the film and television industries.
The BHERC strives to highlight the important roles that blacks have
played, and continue to play, in film and television.
Opportunities
Unfortunately, African-Americans are underrepresented in
movies and awards. This organization
provides many opportunities for education of and progress in the industry.
Below are some of the assets the site holds.
First Weekend Club
The first
weekend club is intended to encourage the public to support movies that feature
African Americans. Often time excellent movies are overlooked in Hollywood;
this club gives the exposure the filmmakers and artist need, thus allowing them
the opportunity to gain future employment.
Film Events & Festivals
Artistry In Motion – introduces middle and high school students to
opportunities in animation
Reel Black Men – an opportunity for emerging filmmakers to showcase
their talents through film; occurs yearly
18th Annual African American Marketplace & S.E. Manly Short Film Showcase
– recognizing the talents and contributions of unsung heroes in the
Entertainment Industry. This year’s
showcase - “A Great Day In Black Hollywood”
Sistas Are Doin’ It For Themselves - screening and dialogue of
African-American women filmmakers
Black Ski Film Festival – a showcasing of independent film
Conclusion
Overall this website provides the exposure needed to
catapult anyone into the industry. The
only disadvantage is that they are located in Los Angeles, California. Additional associations are listed below.
Links to aforementioned programs:
Additional African-American
Associations for the Entertainment Industry
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