Black Girls Film Camp is a nonprofit organization that provides a FREE 16-week hybrid experience (held once a year) for black high school girls. Participants from across the country pitch a story idea, and a final ten are selected to have their short film project produced by the program. Participants receive free equipment, free software, a personal production team of exemplary Black women creatives (editor and creative coach) contracted out by the camp, an all-expense paid weekend retreat in LA, and free workshops from Black women that are award-winning filmmakers and Ph.D. scholars.
Films created by the teen girls and their production teams are showcased live during a virtual event over the summer and at film festivals. Following the 16-week camp, alumni participate in international outreach events throughout the year to share their stories with the world and support other aspiring young Black girl filmmakers.
Nichelle Tramble Spellman is a Board Member and Mentor for Black Girls Film Camp and has been involved with the organization since its inception.