Stewards VISTA: Appalshop - Film Creative Economy

Stewards VISTA:
Appalshop - Film Creative Economy Overview

Appalshop is a nationally recognized nonprofit arts and media organization based in Whitesburg, Kentucky, dedicated to documenting, preserving, and amplifying Appalachian stories through film, radio, music, theater, education, and community engagement. Since 1969, Appalshop has supported regional artists and creators while providing a platform for voices and perspectives often overlooked by mainstream media. Through its film program, Appalshop is working to strengthen the Appalachian film ecosystem and expand opportunities for filmmakers across Eastern Kentucky.

• Research existing film assets in the region (filmmakers, videographers, editors, sound technicians, venues, equipment resources, funders, fiscal sponsors, and other production partners).
• Research and map the Kentucky film incentive program and create internal and external resources for people to understand how to use it.
• Create contact lists, workflow templates, resource dashboards and outreach materials.
• Develop a tracking system for staff to organize information about film production resources and incentives, develop resource guides and outreach materials, and create tools that make it easier for filmmakers to navigate production opportunities in Kentucky.
• Create a database for staff to identify film screening opportunities/festivals for both Appalshop and regional films.
• Research past and potential funding sources that Appalshop can pursue.
• Research new community and national partnerships that strengthen the program with new opportunities.
• Develop outreach materials related to film screenings, workshops, public discussions, and other community-based programs.
• Support the development of systems and resources staff will use with Appalshop-affiliated filmmakers and community partners, including contact databases, workflow templates, grant calendar templates, screening resources, and community engagement materials.

• Health Coverage*
• Relocation Allowance
• Living Allowance
• Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
• Education award upon successful completion of service
• Cellphone stipend
• Childcare assistance if eligible
• Training

• Permits working at another job during off hours
• Car recommended
• Permits attendance at school during off hours

• Technology
• Community Outreach
• Community and Economic Development

• Team Work
• Computers/Technology
• Writing/Editing
• Communications
• General Skills