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The Light Leaks is a community dedicated to the education, empowerment, and inspiration of female, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming filmmakers

Based in the United States, we provide rising filmmakers the opportunity to showcase their work, connect with like-minded peers, learn new skills, and more.

We create space for women and nonbinary filmmakers to thrive together.

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More Than Just a Platform, a Community

🎤 Live & Virtual Events

IWe host workshops, panels, mixers, coworking sessions, and more—both online and IRL.
Whether you're pitching your first short or finding your next collaborator, our events make space for real connection.

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📝 Inclusive Editorial Content

We spotlight women and nonbinary filmmakers and what matters to them—on and off the screen.
Through interviews, behind-the-scenes features, and deep dives, we highlight voices too often ignored by mainstream media.

📱 Resources & No-Gatekeeping Content

We share accessible tools, insider tips, and honest insights across YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram—breaking down barriers so all filmmakers can thrive.
Our content is real, uplifting, and created intentionally to empower you on your creative journey.

New Podcast Episode:
Inside the World of Foley with Sanaa Kelley

Join Sanaa Kelley, a 4-time Emmy-nominated Foley artist with over 20 years of experience, as she takes us behind the scenes of sound design. From Ted Lasso to Manifest and Riverdale, Sanaa has shaped the soundscapes of some of TV’s biggest hits. In this episode, she shares her journey into the industry, the art of Foley, and how she brings every scene to life through sound. If you’ve ever wondered about the magic behind the screen, this is a must-listen!

We believe in collaboration. Not competition.

Recently, the Light Leaks supported the Reel Champions Film Festival alongside other organizations dedicated to uplifting women and nonbinary filmmakers

We amplify creative voices.

At the Reel Champions Film Festival, the eight headlining directors shared their thoughts on how consumers can support indie filmmakers.