Where you're from shouldn't be the ceiling on what you can build.

We surface, develop, and showcase the creative talent shaping Alabama's next chapter. Across film, design, and digital media. Across the state.

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The Next Generation Takes the Big Screen.

This November, Alabama's top high school filmmakers are bringing their stories to theaters in Dothan and Birmingham. Come see what they've created and celebrate the talent coming out of our communities.

WIREGRASS FESTIVAL | NOV 17 @ 6:30

MAGIC CITY FESTIVAL | NOV 19 @ 6:30

Built for the creative talent already here.

Alabama is full of people with taste, curiosity, and ideas. What many have lacked is access: to training, mentors, equipment, collaborators, and real opportunities to practice.

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Building a cycle of
creative opportunity.

AlabamaCreates connects discovery, resources, and visibility to help creative talent across Alabama build lasting careers. Each stage strengthens the next.

Surface

Through competitions, outreach, and community discovery, we find promising creative talent across Alabama, including those outside traditional industry networks.

Equip

We provide professional equipment, practical training, and real-world projects that help emerging creators develop their skills and build careers.

Showcase

Through Instagram features, film festivals, and public events, we introduce creators and their work to new audiences, collaborators, and potential clients.

Youth Pathway

Film Exchange

A youth filmmaking fellowship for Alabama high schoolers. Fellows produce professional-grade work alongside working filmmakers and earn a creator kit to keep. Active in Central and Southeast Alabama.

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Adult Pathway

Studio Cohort

A multi-disciplinary creative accelerator for adults across Brand, Motion, and Interactive. Cohorts work alongside practicing professionals on real projects with real ship dates.

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