2024 Women to Watch x Adobe Fellows Announced

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The Sundance Institute has unveiled the eight women selected for the 2024 Sundance Women to Watch x Adobe Fellowship. This prestigious yearlong program aims to bolster the creative endeavors of women filmmakers, particularly those from historically marginalized communities. Supported by Adobe, the fellowship includes a $6,250 grant, workshops, career referrals, and a yearlong Adobe Creative Cloud membership. Participants also gain access to Sundance Collab for networking and skill development.

The fellows represent diverse backgrounds and disciplines within the film industry:

- Francesca Canepa (Peruvian director, Mexico City)

- Artemis Fannin (Managing Producer, 371 Productions)

- Kristine Gerolaga (Filipina American filmmaker, actor)

- Sylvia Khoury (New York-based filmmaker, playwright)

- Jane Casey Modderno (Director, screenwriter)

- Gabriella García Pardo (Nonfiction director/producer/cinematographer)

- Jolene Pinder (Documentary producer, arts administrator)

- Jana Schmieding (Lakota actor, writer, producer)

These filmmakers will benefit from tailored support including mentorship, skill enhancement, and networking opportunities, reinforcing Sundance Institute's commitment to fostering diverse voices in cinema. Adobe's ongoing partnership underscores its dedication to nurturing emerging talent and promoting inclusive storytelling.