Catch and Release Showcase Festival,

About the event

The Catch and Release Festival is an event that promotes innovation and imagination while making a difference. The festival will showcase talent from both professionals and beginners since it allows anyone with a cellphone to tell their visual stories. Half of the profits from the event will support A21, a non-profit organization that works to fight human trafficking.

The Catch and Release Festival is being held on August 19th in Los Angeles, and we plan to feature live musical performances as well as art installation shows during the day. At night, we are showcasing finalists' projects and then ending the evening with the screening of a feature film under the stars. We are currently in the process of communicating with celebrities to serve as judges and partake in our panels.

This cell phone festival will feature 6 categories: Narrative/Experimental Short Films, Music Videos, 360 VR Virtual Reality Films, Digital Art, Photography, and Selfie

Why should you sponsor?

Participating as a sponsor of this inspiring social event, either financially or promotionally, would be greatly beneficial. We would provide recognition of your company at the event, on our website and in our promotional materials. We could also set up and booth at the event to sell merchandise and promote your mission. It is an opportunity to inspire artistry while also helping to abolish injustice

Alyssa Bellia

Alyssa Bellia is a storyteller who seeks to engage and inspire a diverse audience. She is a graduate of Loyola Marymount University’s Film School and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Screenwriting. She has written an adaptation of the book “Two Countries, One Life,” has created a PSA for Participant Media on hunger awareness and written a play that was performed at the Santa Monica Theatre. She has also completed the Act One Writing Program where industry professionals mentored her in the craft, artistry and professionalism behind writing for film and television. Alyssa has interned with CBS Radio, Loyola Productions and ReKon Productions, and she currently works at Roth Kirschenbaum Films. When not writing or movie watching, Alyssa enjoys singing and going on foodie adventures around Los Angeles.

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