About this Event
Join us in person for URGENT Inc's Empowered Mediamakers Summit – “Reel Change” Film Screening Event and experience a gathering centered on film and media.
URGENT Inc.'s Empowered Mediamakers Summit
An Evening of Documentary Storytelling, Social Impact & Community Voices
What happens when young people are given the tools, the platform, and the opportunity to tell stories that matter? They create REEL CHANGE.
Join URGENT Inc. and the Miami 4 Social Change Youth Film Festival for a special screening event celebrating the power of nonfiction storytelling and the next generation of empowered mediamakers.
This year's Empowered Mediamakers Summit is more than a film screening. It's an opportunity to experience powerful youth-led and youth-centered public service announcement commercials and documentary short films highlighting community impact, social change, cultural preservation, and awareness.
Through compelling stories and authentic community voices, we are spotlighting the people, organizations, and everyday changemakers making a difference.
WHAT TO EXPECT
🎬 Special Documentary Screenings: Revisit powerful community-centered documentaries and award-winning short films.
🎥 Exclusive Film Premiere: Be among the first to experience Dream Builders, our Comcast NBCUniversal Creative Impact Lab PSA Commercial Project.
🎤 Filmmaker Fireside Conversations: Hear directly from the directors/producers, cast, crew, teaching artists, creative apprentices, and interns behind the productions.
📸 Red Carpet Experience: Enjoy event photography, networking, and an exclusive student and intern photography gallery throughout the theater lobby.
🌍 Stories That Inspire Change: Experience the power of media as a platform for advocacy, awareness, community engagement, and social impact.
FEATURED FILMS
- Outreach – COVID-19 and Pandemic Awareness Documentary, in partnership with the University of Miami Health.
- Roots of Lil Greenhouse – Award-winning documentary short. featured on South Florida PBS Filmmaker Program.
- Overtown Farms with Chef Chrys – Award-winning documentary short featured on South Florida PBS Filmmaker Program.
- Giants Were Here – The remastered documentary short exploring the historic Dorsey Park Murals.
- Dream Builders – Exclusive premiere of our Comcast NBCUniversal Creative Impact Lab PSA Commercial Project.
- Dream Builders: Behind the Scenes – A special behind-the-scenes documentary short in collaboration with Propelling into Triumph (P.I.T.).
EVENT SCHEDULE
5:30 PM – Doors Open | Red Carpet & Check-in
6:00 PM – Opening Remarks & Welcome
6:15 PM – Documentary Spotlight Screenings
6:45 PM – Networking & Photo Gallery Intermission
7:00 PM – Giants Were Here Premiere
7:30 PM – Giant Were Here - Filmmaker Fireside Conversation
7:50 PM – Intermission & Networking
8:00 PM – Dream Builders Exclusive Premiere
8:25 PM – NBCU Creative Impact Lab Filmmaker Fireside Conversation
8:45 PM – Closing Remarks
WHO SHOULD ATTEND? INVITE ONLY!
Community members, educators, youth filmmakers, media professionals, nonprofit leaders, youth advocates, creative industry professionals, community partners, and anyone who believes in the power of young people and storytelling to create meaningful change. This Screening is a special Invitation-ONLY event.
THE BIGGER PICTURE
At URGENT Inc., we believe young people should not simply be consumers of media. They should be creators, storytellers, producers, and decision-makers who have the power to shape the narratives surrounding their communities.
REEL CHANGE celebrates that vision.
Come experience the stories. Meet the storytellers. Celebrate the impact.
REEL CHANGE: Real Stories. Real People. Real Change.
We look forward to seeing you there!
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Friday, January 15th
Time: 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: O' Cinema South Beach
Admission: MUST RSVP with Invite-type.
Presented by URGENT Inc. and the Miami 4 Social Change Youth Film Festival.
DRESS CODE: Lights. Camera. REEL CHANGE!
It's a red carpet affair, and we're bringing a little Hollywood glamour to South Beach!
Guests are encouraged to dress up, show out, and dress to impress as we celebrate an incredible evening of storytelling, creativity, and social impact.
Think Hollywood Glamour meets South Beach Chic!
Whether you're bringing Old Hollywood elegance, modern red carpet sophistication, or Miami's signature upscale style, come camera-ready and prepared to shine!
Dress Code: Hollywood Glamour | South Beach Chic | Red Carpet Ready
✨ Come dressed to impress. The cameras will be rolling, and the red carpet is waiting!
IMPORTANT GUEST INFORMATION: PARKING & ARRIVAL
Please plan ahead for parking! There is no dedicated parking lot or on-site parking available at the event venue. All guests are responsible for securing their own parking.
Please keep the following in mind:
- Street Parking: Nearby street parking is available on a pay-by-meter basis.
- Rideshare Recommended: Whenever possible, we encourage guests to carpool or use rideshare services such as Uber or Lyft.
- Allow Extra Time: Please plan to arrive early and give yourself sufficient time to locate parking, pay the meter, and make your way into the venue.
- Guest Responsibility: All parking arrangements and associated fees are the responsibility of each guest.
A friendly reminder: Our red carpet opens at 5:30 PM, and the program begins promptly at 6:00 PM. Please plan accordingly so you don't miss a moment of the experience!
Event venue & nearby stays
O Cinema South Beach, 1130 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, United States
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