<div dir="auto"><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature" data-smartmail="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="auto"><div dir="auto">Join Us in Empowering the future storytellers of the world at Young Filmmakers Academy!</div><div dir="auto"><br></div><div dir="auto">Now in our ninth year, YFA is in need of volunteer board members who are passionate about film and interested in nurturing the next generation of creative talent? We are seeking enthusiastic individuals dedicated to providing children and teens with the tools, resources, and opportunities to explore the world of filmmaking. </div><div dir="auto"><br></div><div dir="auto">As a board member, you will play a crucial role in shaping our mission, guiding our programs, and helping us expand our reach to young filmmakers in our community. Your experience, ideas, and connections can make a significant impact on the lives of aspiring artists. </div><div dir="auto"><br></div><div dir="auto"><b>Qualifications</b>:  </div><div dir="auto"><br></div><div dir="auto">• Passion for film and youth education </div><div dir="auto">• Experience in nonprofit management, film production, education, or related fields </div><div dir="auto">• Strong communication and leadership skills  </div><div dir="auto">• Commitment to diversity and inclusion in the arts </div><div dir="auto"><br></div><div dir="auto"><b>Responsibilities</b>: </div><div dir="auto"><br></div><div dir="auto">• Attend quarterly board meetings </div><div dir="auto">• Contribute to strategic planning and fundraising efforts </div><div dir="auto">• Promote our organization within the community • Support and mentor young filmmakers through our programs </div><div dir="auto"><br></div><div dir="auto">If you’re ready to inspire creativity and make a difference in the lives of young filmmakers, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your resume and a brief statement of interest to <a href="mailto:info@youngfilmmakersacademy.org">info@youngfilmmakersacademy.org</a></div><div dir="auto"><br></div><div dir="auto">Join us in our mission to empower the next generation of storytellers!</div><div dir="auto"><br></div><div dir="auto"><br></div><div dir="auto"><b>About Young Filmmakers Academy:</b></div><div dir="auto"><br></div><div dir="auto"><div><p style="background:repeat;border:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;font-weight:400;font-size:13px;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0px;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;word-spacing:0px;text-decoration:none;text-align:justify" dir="auto"><span style="background:repeat;border:0px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:top;font-size:13px"><span style="background:repeat;border:0px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:helvetica-w01-light,helvetica-w02-light,sans-serif"><span style="background:repeat;border:0px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:helvetica-w01-light,helvetica-w02-light,sans-serif"><i style="font-family:helvetica-w01-light,helvetica-w02-light,sans-serif">Founded in 2017 by award winning film and TV producers, Young Filmmakers Academy is like no other program in Northeast Ohio.</i></span></span></span></p><p style="background:repeat;border:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;font-weight:400;font-size:13px;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0px;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;word-spacing:0px;text-decoration:none;text-align:justify"><span style="background:repeat;border:0px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:top;font-size:13px"><span style="background:repeat;border:0px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:helvetica-w01-light,helvetica-w02-light,sans-serif"><span style="background:repeat;border:0px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:helvetica-w01-light,helvetica-w02-light,sans-serif"><i style="font-family:helvetica-w01-light,helvetica-w02-light,sans-serif"> </i></span></span></span></p><p style="background:repeat;border:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;font-weight:400;font-size:13px;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0px;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;word-spacing:0px;text-decoration:none;text-align:justify"><span style="background:repeat;border:0px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:top;font-size:13px"><span style="background:repeat;border:0px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:helvetica-w01-light,helvetica-w02-light,sans-serif"><span style="background:repeat;border:0px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:helvetica-w01-light,helvetica-w02-light,sans-serif"><i style="font-family:helvetica-w01-light,helvetica-w02-light,sans-serif">Created on the principles of creativity, inclusion, diversity and teamwork, YFA is dedicated to offering a safe, structured environment where aspiring young artists can learn to express themselves, meet like-minded friends, have fun and feel comfortable. </i></span></span></span></p><p style="background:repeat;border:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;font-weight:400;font-size:13px;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0px;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;word-spacing:0px;text-decoration:none;text-align:justify"><span style="background:repeat;border:0px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:top;font-size:13px"><span style="background:repeat;border:0px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:helvetica-w01-light,helvetica-w02-light,sans-serif"><span style="background:repeat;border:0px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:helvetica-w01-light,helvetica-w02-light,sans-serif"><i style="font-family:helvetica-w01-light,helvetica-w02-light,sans-serif"> </i></span></span></span></p><p style="background:repeat;border:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;font-weight:400;font-size:13px;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0px;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;word-spacing:0px;text-decoration:none;text-align:justify"><span style="background:repeat;border:0px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:top;font-size:13px"><span style="background:repeat;border:0px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:helvetica-w01-light,helvetica-w02-light,sans-serif"><span style="background:repeat;border:0px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:helvetica-w01-light,helvetica-w02-light,sans-serif"><i style="font-family:helvetica-w01-light,helvetica-w02-light,sans-serif">Through avenues like The renowned Summer Filmmaking Program, The 8 Week Film School and various Focused Learning courses, our students learn the ins and outs of screenwriting, cinematography, editing, digital effects, set design and more under the guidance of experienced industry professionals.</i></span></span></span></p><p style="background:repeat;border:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;font-weight:400;font-size:13px;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0px;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;word-spacing:0px;text-decoration:none;text-align:justify"><span style="background:repeat;border:0px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:top;font-size:13px"><span style="background:repeat;border:0px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:helvetica-w01-light,helvetica-w02-light,sans-serif"><span style="background:repeat;border:0px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:helvetica-w01-light,helvetica-w02-light,sans-serif"><i style="font-family:helvetica-w01-light,helvetica-w02-light,sans-serif">​</i></span></span></span></p><p style="background:repeat;border:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;font-weight:400;font-size:13px;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0px;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;word-spacing:0px;text-decoration:none;text-align:justify"><span style="background:repeat;border:0px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:top;font-size:13px"><span style="background:repeat;border:0px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:helvetica-w01-light,helvetica-w02-light,sans-serif"><span style="background:repeat;border:0px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:helvetica-w01-light,helvetica-w02-light,sans-serif"><i style="font-family:helvetica-w01-light,helvetica-w02-light,sans-serif">Studies show that children involved in the arts excel in all other areas of social and educational development. Arts learning can also improve motivation, concentration, confidence, and teamwork.</i></span></span></span></p><p style="background:repeat;border:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;font-weight:400;font-size:13px;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0px;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;word-spacing:0px;text-decoration:none;text-align:justify"><span style="background:repeat;border:0px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:top;font-size:13px"><span style="background:repeat;border:0px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:helvetica-w01-light,helvetica-w02-light,sans-serif"><span style="background:repeat;border:0px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:helvetica-w01-light,helvetica-w02-light,sans-serif"><i style="font-family:helvetica-w01-light,helvetica-w02-light,sans-serif">​</i></span></span></span></p><p style="background:repeat;border:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;font-weight:400;font-size:13px;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0px;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;word-spacing:0px;text-decoration:none;text-align:justify"><span style="background:repeat;border:0px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:top;fo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