Maine Storytellers Gathering

About this event

Video Consortium is teaming up with The Salt Institute and Maine Film Association to celebrate film, community, and the summer season during Camden International Film Festival (September 17-20). Join us for drinks, light bites, and conversation at Sea Dog Brewery on Camden’s iconic Main St. This event is free to attend, but RSVP is encouraged. Bonus! Become a VC member before September 18th and get your first drink on us 👀 Learn more about our collaborators: The Maine Film Association 's mission is to advance the art, craft, and business of filmmaking in Maine. Our vision is to make Maine a great place to live and work as a media-maker. The MFA works to connect, provide learning opportunities, spotlight, and advocate for Maine's production industry and the individuals working in it. The Salt Institute for Documentary Studies at Maine College of Art & Design offers a graduate certificate in documentary studies for emerging and mid-career storytellers. The semester-long, in-person program includes three tracks—Radio & Podcasting, Short Film, and Nonfiction Writing—and trains students in ethical storytelling, fieldwork, and professional portfolio development. Nearly 90% of graduates work in media within the field.

Speakers

• Maine Film Association