PA Certification Program Application Form

Applications for the PA Certification Program are due on SUnday, May 31st at 11:59 p.m. PDT.

Virtual Info Session: May 13th @ 6pm Info session details below!

Justice for My Sister is offering a certification series for emerging filmmakers of color who are interested in developing their production skills along with professional mentorship and hands-on production experience.

The PA Certification Program will provide job placement opportunities for those who reside in Los Angeles, CA.

We encourage you to use your essays to demonstrate your passion for filmmaking. We won’t be able to accommodate all applications, so please tell us why YOU are the person to take part in the Production Assistant Program.

If you have any questions regarding this application, please email us at: outreach@justiceformysister.org

* please note that your confidential answers to the questions in this application will only be used for internal purposes.

Requirements:

• Must be an adult, age 18+

• Must be Black, Indigenous, and/or a Person of Color

Important Dates:

• Applications Close: Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (PDT).

• Program Schedule: Tuesdays @ 6-9pm (PDT) Starting July 7, 2026

  • July 7

  • July 14

  • July 21

  • July 28

  • August 4

  • August 11

  • August 18

  • August 25

• Location: Zoom

• In person meetings TBD