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OPEN CALL (NOW THROUGH JANUARY 31, 2022)

Marvels of Media Awards, Festival & Exhibit (March 2022)

Celebrating Autistic Artists in Film and Media


Are you an autistic media-maker? Do you know an autistic media-maker? Then submit to the MoMI Marvels of Media Awards! Museum of the Moving Image (MoMI) is honoring autistic media-makers with the Marvels of Media Awards. This is the first program of its kind. Want to learn more? Here are the submission guidelines:

What is a media-maker? Media-makers are people who create projects in:

  • Film
  • Animation
  • Video Game Design
  • New Media
  • All media using moving images

Who is eligible to apply?

  • Autistic media-makers can nominate themselves
  • Coworkers can submit on behalf of an autistic media-maker
  • Organizations can submit on behalf of an autistic media-maker
  • Anyone can nominate the work of an autistic media-maker

Is there a minimum level of experience needed?
No. All autistic media-makers can apply. This includes:

  • Professionals
  • Students
  • Teachers
  • People of all ages

When is the deadline?
Applicants can submit from now until January 31, 2022.

When will I know if my media is selected for the festival?
You will be emailed by March 2022.

When is the award ceremony and exhibit?
The Marvels of Media Awards ceremony will be on March 31, 2022. The exhibit will be open to the public from April 1 to April 30.

Where can I get more information and apply?
To learn more, visit filmfreeway.com/marvelsofmediaawards

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