Maria Raquel Bozzi | Senior Director of Film Education and International Initiatives, Film Independent

Maria Raquel Bozzi is the Senior Director of Education and International Initiatives at Film Independent, where she has created an array of internationally recognized programs offering state of the art professional development for emerging and working filmmakers. In that capacity, she is a founder and leads Global Media Makers, an innovative mentoring and cultural exchange program connecting visual storytellers from around the world with leading US artists and entertainment professionals. She has also spearheaded several other international initiatives for Film Independent in Mexico, France, Saudi Arabia, Australia, Egypt, UAE, India, Korea and Taiwan, collaborating with film festivals, cultural institutions and government entities.

Film Independent

For over 40 years, Film Independent has helped filmmakers get their projects made and seen. The nonprofit organization’s core mission is to champion creative independence in visual storytelling in all its forms, and to foster a culture of inclusion, in support of a global community of artists and audiences who embody diversity, innovation, curiosity and uniqueness of vision.

In addition to producing the Film Independent Spirit Awards, the organization helps creative professionals with Artist Development programs, grants and labs. Education events and workshops equip filmmakers with tools and resources. Our International Programs provide career-building opportunities for international film professionals.

Website:https://Filmindependent.org