2 days ago · Founded by Robert Redford in 1981, the Sundance Institute is a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering new voices in American storytelling and championing independent stories for the screen.

As a champion and curator of independent stories, the nonprofit Sundance Institute provides and preserves the space for artists in film and episodic storytelling to create and thrive.

The Sundance Institute’s artist programs provide dynamic support at every step of the creative journey for individuals with distinct voices in film and episodic storytelling. Each program consists of labs, grants, intensives, sessions, and ongoing resources for artists to nurture their projects and sustain their careers.

The 2025–2026 Feature Film Producers Fellowship is a yearlong program designed to nurture emerging producers with project-specific support through the Producers Lab, year-round mentorship from a dedicated industry mentor, film industry networking opportunities, professional development and project advancement strategy workshops, and ongoing ...

Join us January 23–February 2 for the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. See films on the mountain in beautiful Utah or watch from home with on-demand online viewing — the choice is yours!

The Sundance Institute Feature Film Program (FFP) has championed leading independent filmmakers of the past 40 years whose distinctive films have engaged audiences worldwide. Embracing each artist’s unique vision, the program encourages a rigorous, in-depth creative process while focusing on original and deeply resonant storytelling.

Nov 19, 2024 · The 2025–2026 Documentary Producers Lab and Fellowship is a yearlong program designed to nurture emerging producers with project-specific support through the Producers Lab, year-round mentorship from a dedicated industry mentor, film industry networking opportunities, professional development and project advancement strategy workshops, and ...

PARK CITY, UTAH, March 22, 2024 — Today, Joana Vicente shared that she has decided she will be stepping down as Sundance Institute CEO. As part of a planned transition, the Institute’s Board of Trustees has appointed Institute Board Member Amanda Kelso as Acting CEO, who will be returning to lead the organization.

Nov 11, 2024 · The Sundance Institute and Adobe are teaming up to find the next 10 Sundance Ignite x Adobe Fellows—emerging filmmakers (ages 18 to 25) who are creating stories that bring their passion, voice, and perspective to life.

The Sundance Institute’s labs, granting, and mentorship programs operate year-round to support independent artists and bring exciting new work into the world. Several of our programs are now accepting submissions.