OUR IMPACT
Members within Chicagoland
720
95
Professional memberships
$20k
85+
Hours of programming
27
Programs showcased
Paid directly to artists and cultural workers
HEAR FROM our Community
“Before Mezcla, I struggled to find my place in the filmmaking world. The collective’s events and community helped me clarify my strengths and roles within the industry, allowing me to grow as a producer and a filmmaker. Mezcla is crucial for underrepresented creatives, providing a space where we feel seen, supported, and connected. I urge anyone considering joining or supporting Mezcla to do so—this organization has been life-changing for me.”
- Jax O. Mezcla Member
“It's also affirming and impactful when Mezcla staff reach out with unique opportunities or even serve as industry references. It just reminds me that I'm not alone in this complex film world. This year, I’ve had the pleasure of showcasing a documentary at a Mezcla event. So not only is Mezcla a support system, but it’s an avenue to distribute my work to an audience. For an independent filmmaker, this is monumental and absolutely necessary.”
- Teresa W.
“I enjoyed seeing the films from local creators with a similar theme I wouldn't have been exposed to otherwise. Then getting to see those filmmakers both in conversation about their films and with each other.”
- Tanner P, 2025 Showcase Attendee
“I got to sit back and learn at my own pace, without fear of being pressured. No toxicity. I really appreciated it and I know from experience that many spaces in this industry — all industries really — don’t take that into consideration.”
- Nina A.
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