EMPOWERING INDIGENOUS FILMMAKERS THROUGH INNOVATIVE EDUCATION
INDIGENOUS FUTURES FILM ACADEMY
SHAPING THE NEXT GENERATION OF
INDIGENOUS STORYTELLERS
Welcome to the Indigenous Futures Film Academy, where our mission is to empower Indigenous filmmakers through education that resonates with their cultural and creative aspirations. At IFFA, we are dedicated to breaking down barriers in the film industry and celebrating Indigenous storytelling.
iffa screenwriting workshop
This online workshop is designed to introduce participants to the fundamentals of screenwriting through an Indigenous lens. Over two evenings, students will explore storytelling techniques, script structure, and the unique power of bringing Indigenous narratives to the screen.
Led by Jordan Waunch, Métis writer and award-winning filmmaker based in the Coast Salish territories, the workshop combines instruction, hands-on exercises, and guided feedback to help writers develop their voice and craft compelling stories for film and television.
A graduate of the British Columbia Institute of Technology's Television & Video Production Program, Jordan has built a career dedicated to developing Indigenous-led storytelling across film, TV, animation, and XR media. In 2019, he directed Sisters of Sorrow through StoryHive's first-ever Indigenous Storyteller Edition and produced the Queer Indigenous horror film Terror/Forming (Dir. Rylan Friday). His most recent directing and writing project, Shadow of the Rougarou, is now streaming on APTN's lumi platform. Jordan is also the founder of Hammer & Sash Digital Media Ltd., a production company established in 2020 with a mandate to develop creative IP rooted in Métis history and storytelling, and to create more equitable and representative opportunities for Indigenous voices in the media landscape.
Whether you're new to screenwriting or looking to deepen your practice, this workshop offers a supportive, culturally grounded space to tell the stories that matter to you.
Format: Online via Microsoft Teams Duration: Two sessions | 3 hours each
Support Indigenous Storytellers
The Indigenous Futures Film Academy actively seeks partnerships with like-minded individuals, organizations, and communities who share our passion for nurturing and promoting Indigenous storytelling through film.
SPONSORSHIP
Corporate sponsorship with the Indigenous Futures Film Academy offers a unique opportunity to support the IFFA's mission while enhancing your brand’s commitment to reconciliation.
BECOME A PARTNER
Partnering with the Indigenous Futures Film Academy means joining a movement to support Indigenous film education voices and foster meaningful impact in the media landscape.
MAKE A DONATION
Making a one-time donation to the Indigenous Futures Film Academy means supporting a powerful mission to amplify Indigenous voices and create lasting cultural impact through storytelling.
We believe in the power of collaboration to amplify voices, exchange knowledge, and create impactful cinema that resonates across cultures. By joining forces with filmmakers, cultural institutions, educational bodies, and advocacy groups, we aim to foster a supportive network that facilitates learning, resource sharing, and the development of innovative projects. Together, we can provide a platform for emerging Indigenous talent, ensuring their stories are told, heard, and celebrated.
