What do we do?

We showcase travel-focused short films, feature-length films, and videos created by Black filmmakers and creators​.

Why now?

Do we really need a Black Travel Film Festival?

Becoming a creator is already hard… being a Black creator is even harder.

Documentarians and vloggers

Documentarians in the Black travel community are renowned for providing the insight Black travelers are looking for before taking a trip. The need to know if a destination is accepting of people who look like them, or, what fun activities there are, will always create a need for these types of creators.

Film

Filmmakers always use destinations in their films, and many make traveling to these destinations the focus of their films. Black filmmakers who are influenced by destinations and the cultures that exist within them owe that inspiration to travel. If you haven’t traveled, how can you accurately tell that story?

Creative pieces

Whether part of a marketing campaign or a product of creativity; videos showing experiences of the Black traveler will always be sought after. In a world where Black people still question “is traveling for me,” representation is key.

How it Works

How to submit

01

Produce

Many people don’t spend enough time on pre-production before filming. We want to see well thought out ideas and evidence of that in production.

02

Edit

Edit, edit, edit! Whether you’ve created a documentary, travel vlog, creative piece, or other, we want to see the lengths permitted for each category.

03

Submit

Submit once submissions are open! All requirements will be laid out in the submission process. Be sure to review and follow step-by-step!

Celebrate Black Travel Culture in Film

Have Questions?

Frequently Asked
Questions

Where are the specifications?

When you begin submission, you will see an outline of everything needed!

Can I change my submission later?

Yes, you can. Be sure to request a change to submission before the deadline.

Do you charge for submissions?

We charge a nominal fee of $20! Why? Because we want to make this opportunity accessible, and support the continuation of this work.

Is my personal information safe?

Absolutely. Your personal data is in an encrypted system that no one can access, but us.

When do submissions begin?

Submissions will open on May 31, 2024.

Can I get an invoice for my purchase?

Yes, you can. Please contact our customer support and provide your purchase number.

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