The Black Association of Documentary Filmmakers West (BADWEST) is a professional organization providing people of African descent working in documentary film, video or other media the opportunity to network professionally, share resources, exchange ideas and meet socially in order to enhance the development, production, promotion and exhibition of documentaries. BADWest also advocates the recognition and professional advancement of Black documentary filmmakers in the Diaspora
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BADWest brings together documentary filmmakers, producers, students, industry professionals, and film lovers and enthusiasts who share a passion for compelling real-world stories. Your membership helps support workshops, networking opportunities, screenings, panel discussions, and advocacy for documentary filmmakers.
Why Become a Member?
Your membership invites you into our creative community. For more than two decades, BADWest has fostered a community of documentary filmmakers in Los Angeles through screenings, meetings, networking opportunities and shared resources. Members at all tiers who are based in Los Angeles have direct in-person access to all of our programming.
A BADWest membership is also one way to invest in the future of Black documentary filmmaking. Art has always been a reprieve in trying times, and protecting Black stories has never been more important than now. Your membership is a way to directly financially support the work of BADWest and champion the future of Black storytelling at a time when funding for the arts has disappeared.
Your membership helps BADWest:
Foster a vibrant documentary filmmaking community in Los Angeles
Provide professional development and educational opportunities
Support emerging and established documentary creators
Connect filmmakers, audiences, and industry leaders
Promote the value and impact of documentary storytelling
You can also set up a recurring donation. Small or large, every donation helps BADWest moving forward and thriving. Thank you!
Membership Levels
Student Membership – $25 Annually
For student documentary filmmakers.
A new tier to provide access to film students who may not be able to afford a General Membership. Must be based in Los Angeles.
Benefits:
Member newsletter and updates
Reduced admission to BADWest special events and screenings
Access to networking opportunities
Exclusive Industry Announcements
Membership Directory Listing
Monthly Workshops/Presentations
General Membership – $45 Annually
For filmmakers, media professionals, and documentary supporters. Most members are based in Los Angeles.
Benefits:
All Student Member benefits
Member discounts on screenings and special events
Opportunities to participate in BADWest committees and initiatives
Exclusive Industry Announcements
Membership Directory Listing
Free Monthly Workshops/Presentations
Templates for Film Budgets, Treatments and Proposals
Documentary Film Lover Membership – $ 75 Annually
For audiences, advocates, and supporters who believe in documentary storytelling.
A new tier that includes virtual access to select screenings and events!
Benefits:
All General Membership benefits
Recognition as a BADWest supporter
Invitations to special screenings and filmmaker conversations
Priority registration for select events
Virtual Access to screenings and select events
Patron Membership – $250 Annually
For those who wish to make a direct financial investment in the future of documentary filmmaking.
Benefits:
All Documentary Film Lover benefits
Recognition as a BADWest Patron
Invitations to exclusive patron gatherings and receptions
Special acknowledgment at selected BADWest events
Direct support of filmmaker development and educational programming
To make a payment by check, kindly make the check payable to FULCRUM ARTS.
In the Subject Line, please write: BADWEST MEMBERSHIP DUES.
Send the check to the following address:
Fulcrum Arts
544 N. Fair Oaks Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91103
Thank you for your support!