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Changing the distorted, damaging Mexican-American narrative. Supporting films and filmmakers who tell our real stories. #amplifyyournarrative

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As part of MACEF’s mission to support Latino filmmakers, we’re passing along a great learning opportunity! 🎬📱

Join industry pros Moisés Zamora, Xian Li, and Adriana Santos for The Art of Vertical Storytelling: A Micro-Series Writing Masterclass.

Learn hooks, pacing, production tips, + details on the Slate Shots micro-series competition! 🏆

📅 Oct 20, 2026 @ 6 PM PT / 9 PM ET

🎟 Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MaA-MZ6kQ-GhSNx3PjBX8A#/registration by @mexamcef

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Hollywood won't tell our stories, so Director Dr. Ruiz works on making sure we do! Dr. Jose-Luis Ruiz is a visionary director with a true passion for accurate, inclusive storytelling. Through his production company, Dr. Ruiz Productions, he creates 100% Rotten Tomatoes-rated films that bring Mexican American stories to theaters and Amazon Prime. But his impact goes beyond his own projects. As President of the Mexican American Cultural Education Foundation @mexamcef, he dedicates his time to opening doors for other filmmakers to share their authentic stories. 🎬#DrRuizProductions #MACEF #Mexamcef #Latino #Film #MexicanAmerican by @mexamcef

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23 days ago

🚨 Applications are officially CLOSED! 🚨

Big news for all our applicants! 🎬✨

A massive Thank You to everyone who submitted an application for the MACEF 2027 Master Class / Production Grants.

Applied? Keep a close eye on the email address attached to your application—we will follow up with you soon! 📩

Were you unable to apply this time? Make sure to follow us right here, because applications will open again in August 2027. 🗓️

#MACEF #FilmGrants #MasterClass #Filmmakers #ProductionGrant #Community #Mexamcef by @mexamcef

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Last night I had the honor to be a judge at the fun and artistic @briskfestival, invited by our friend, the talented @christianrodrigomuro. It was awesome and full of talented actors and theater lovers #actor #director #festival by @mexamcef

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LESS THAN A WEEK TO APPLY!! Don't miss this opportunity:
✨ Submit your screenplays
✨ Elevate your vision
✨ Find your community

⏰ Deadline: September 15th

Tap the link in our bio to apply today and take the next big step in your filmmaking journey! #film #latino #mexicanamerican #filmmaker #mentorship #MACEF #Mexamcef #MasterWorkshop #hollywood #director #screenwriter by @mexamcef

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a month ago

Always lots of laughs when @thepaulrodriguez visits! #Dental #PaulRodriguez #Comedian taken in Dr. Ruiz & Associates Inc. by @mexamcef

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Starting in 2026, the Production Grants and Master Workshop are officially merging! Every single one of the 10 filmmakers and projects accepted into the Master Workshop will now automatically receive a Production Grant.

For 2026, your grant covers:
Full tuition for the Master Class 🎟️
$1,000 to develop your pitch deck, and pitch materials 💸

Applications are open now and close September 15th! Get those screenplays in today! 📝🚀

Check the link in our bio for application details and requirements!

#Filmmaking #IndieFilm #FilmGrant #Screenwriting #PitchDeck #filmmakers #latino #MACEF #hollywood #movies #director by @mexamcef

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Acclaimed filmmaker & film professor Erik Martinez joined our master workshop for deeper industry access and high-level networking. If an industry pro is leveling up here, why aren't you? Learn directly from industry legends, sharpen your storytelling, and connect with a thriving community built to uplift Latino filmmakers.

Ready to make your mark? Applications for the 2027 Master Class Workshop & Production Grants are officially OPEN!

Don't miss this opportunity:
✨ Submit your screenplays
✨ Elevate your vision
✨ Find your community

⏰ Deadline: September 15th

Tap the link in our bio to apply today and take the next big step in your filmmaking journey!

MACEF & Dr. Ruiz Productions @drruizproductions organizes these master workshops to empower Latino filmmakers, expand our reach, and transform the narrative surrounding Mexican Americans.
#LatinoFilmmakers #MACEF #IndieFilm #Screenwriting #Filmmaking #Community #ProductionGrants #Director #FilmGrants by @mexamcef

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2 months ago

The MACEF Master Workshop & Production Grants are back, and our updated curriculum crafted by Director Jesus Trevino is designed to keep you ahead in a fast-changing industry!

Starting this year, our program balances core industry principles with emerging trends: 75% Traditional Filmmaking & Business, 15% Vertical Micro-Drama Films, and 10% AI as a Creative Tool (including ethics).

📚 The Workshop Breakdown:
Session #1: Screenplay — Led by Jesus Trevino
Session #2: Directing — Led by Jesus Trevino, Patrick Perez Vidauri, & Guest Faculty
Session #3: Pre-production & Production — Led by Moctesuma Esparza & Cristina Nava
Session #4: Distribution & Marketing — Led by Dr. Jose-Luis Ruiz, Bel Hernandez, & Guest Faculty
Session #5: Final Pitch

📝 How to Apply:
Click the link in our bio to access the application
⏰ DEADLINE: September 15th

Tag a filmmaker who needs to apply! ⬇️

#MACEF #Filmmaking #ProductionGrant #FilmGrants #IndieFilm #Directing by @mexamcef

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Filmmaker Angelo Garcia De La Garza breaks down his experience with the Master Workshop & Production Grants! Thanks to the incredible lineup of industry leaders secured by @drruizproductions for every workshop; participants get real-world insights on topics like #filmdistribution and #screenwriting as well as game-changing networking opportunities.

If you have a script ready to go, this is your sign to apply!

🗓️ Deadline: September 15th
📄 Submit your screenplays before time runs out! #MACEF #MastersWorkshop #filmmaker by @mexamcef

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Apply Now to MACEF's Master Workshop/Production grants! Applications are open until September 15th. Visit the link in our bio for application details & to apply! #MACEF #Filmmaker #Film #Workshop #ProductionGrant by @mexamcef

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As part of Dr. Ruiz’s commitment to advance the Latinos Film community, he secured a powerful list of industry executives who have the power to greenlight a project…This is what we all need!!!!

In the photo we have:
⭐Derek Szempruch - Co-Founder, Superimposed
⭐Lizzy O. Gonzalez – Director of Development & Acquisitions, Premiere Entertainment Group
⭐Moisés Zamora – Founder & CEO , SLATE
They were all present to listen to the final pitch of the 10 MACEF Masters Workshop, & with some luck, some of the projects will be picked.

⭐ Erik Gonzalez @kiregonz - Director, US Marketing & Distribution The Avenue (is not in the photo, but has agreed to oversee all the pitches)

Also, we had Executive Producer/filmmaker Moctesuma Esparza & Talented Director/filmmaker Jesus Trevino who are faculty of the MACEF workshops.

In addition to producing films that shine a positive spotlight on the Latino community, Dr. Ruiz serves as the President of MACEF (@mexamcef) #DrRuizProductions #MACEF #MexicanAmerican #Filmmaker #Representation by @mexamcef

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