Clips & Convos:

A Micheaux Social

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CLIPS & CONvoS - Submission Criteria:

  • no drama/beef videos

  • high-quality visuals

  • submitter must be at least 18 years of age

  • good taste with intention and creativity, and videos that stretch the imagination

  • videos must be created within the past 3 to 5 years

Submission deadline is August 5th 2025.

FAQ:

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO SUBMIT?

There is no fee to submit your project for consideration.

IS THERE A DEADLINE TO APPLY FOR FUNDING?

The 2025 Clips & Convos submission window will open July 5th and close August 5th at 11:59PM.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO SUBMIT?

Submissions are open to any creatives living and working in Arkansas, or with a historical connection to the state. That includes citizens of Native Nations whose ancestral lands and whose Nations were formerly located within the borders of what is now Arkansas, and also to citizens of Native Nations whose ancestors were forced to emigrate through Arkansas as a result of federal Indian Removal policies. This includes Caddo, Cherokee, Chickasaw, Choctaw, Creek, Delaware, Kickapoo, Osage, Peoria, Quapaw, Shawnee, and Tunica Tribes and Nations.

CAN I SUBMIT MORE THAN ONE PROJECT?

Yes, however, time will be limited and one visual per artist. Submit your best work!

HOW WILL THE APPLICATIONS BE JUDGED?

Projects will be judged on the originality and creativity.

  • no drama or beef videos

  • high-quality visuals

  • good taste with intention and creativity, and videos that stretch the imagination

  • videos must be created within the past 3 to 5 years

CAN I APPLY WITH A PARTNER?

Yes, you may apply with a partner. All official applicants for each project must agree to the rules and speak to the elements of the application outlined above. You should plan together in advance how you will use your time.

Rules and Terms:

By entering your project for consideration for Clips & Convos: A Micheaux Social, you agree to the terms listed below:

​*I am a current resident of Arkansas or I have a historical connection to the state as outlined above.

 *I am submitting original concepts (“project”) with the intent of exposure and submission to a panel of judges provided by Homegrown and the Micheaux Awards & Film Labs (MAFL). I understand that only original and unique expressions of a story/concept may be protected under intellectual property (IP) law. I acknowledge that I have requested permission to disclose and submit to Homegrown/MAFL, and its jury certain details that may or may not be protected under such laws, and that it is my own responsibility to seek protection prior to exposure of my project if that is a concern.

 *I understand and agree that the Homegrown/MAFL retains the right to use my presence during the event and any images from the event for promotional purposes.

*I also understand and agree that the Homegrown/MAFL retains the right to publicize and promote any success I gain through the option, sale, development, acquisition or any deal either formal or informal as a result of my participation in the program.

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