AfroComicCon International Film Festival Award Ceremony

474 24th Street,Oakland CA 94612

26 October, 2022

Description

Film Festival Award CeremonyWednesday, October 26th, 2022Event time 6 PM- 9 PMThis event is FREE and for all ages. Cosplay is highly encouraged. Please donate If you can, so we can offer more free events to the community!- 12 years old and older will need a vaccination card or take a rapid Covid test to enter The New Parkway -Our two-day event is an innovative, exciting, new interactive comic convention that combines, art, tech, workshops, gaming, cosplay, fashion, writing, creativity, FLASH (Fit Like A Super Hero), WebTV, film, VR, and more. A panel of professionals/filmmakers/actors/movie producers/artists, as well as other game changers, will give insights into their work to inspire the participants, answer questions, and provide tips on how to make it in the industry. Industry professionals and aspiring new artists are an integral part of this event. Participants have the chance to explore the possibilities of entrepreneurial creativity and production. The reward for attendees comes through experiencing the images and stories featuring characters that they can identify with, as well as seeing professionals already masterful in their fields, who look like them. These experiences can have a positive effect on their success in school and career paths. We are excited to have a two-day event this year starting with a FREE YOUTH DAY, on Sunday, October 23rd, 2022. This year's Award Ceremony we have MC Eric Newton, Oakland Comedian. 6:00 PM- Doors open with a press line with photos. 6:30 PM - MC Eric Newton will open the event by introducing AfroComicCon founders, judges, and filmmakers. 6:45 PM- Finalists film screenings. 8:00 PM- Moderator Spencer Whitney will be interviewing a panel of three black Pixar creators: Aaron Mcgriff, Theo HollingsworthOmar Sancristobal. 8:40 PM -Awards ceremony conducted by Film Festival Director Rob Young, and Eric Newton 8:50 PM - MC closing night and thank everyone for participating. About the programOakland Technology & Education Center is the 501c3 that presents AfroComicCon Film Festival Youth Community Day) which is a fun, educational, and inspiring event, for youth and families. This event's mission vision is to open doors for youth and particularly people of color. FAQs How can I contact the organizer with any questions? Email: [email protected] For Publicity Inquiries please contact publicist Gardenia Zuniga, [email protected] - You will need a valid ID and vaccination card or take a rapid Covid test to enter The New Parkway -