Houston Gospel Music Coalition Now Accepting Submissions For Music Video and Film Festival

HOUSTON - March 6, 2019 - PRLog -- Submissions are now being accepted for the Houston Gospel Music Coalition Music Video and Film Festival. Faith-based, inspirational film and music video makers can vie for a chance to have their works screened and be eligible for cash and awards, in our 2019 film festival. Entries opened March 4, through Film Freeway and will remain open until October 1, 2019.

The second annual HG Music Video and Film Festival will convene over three days on the campus of Texas Southern University, 3100 Cleburne St., Houston, TX, 77004. The event will take place at the Barbara Jordan, Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs Building, Thursday, November 21 – Saturday, November 23, 2019.  This state-of-the-art, first class facility provides smart classrooms and the latest in multimedia technology, which lends a perfect backdrop for live music video and movie screenings, industry forums, an awards ceremony and opening reception.

Categories include: Music Videos, Feature Films, Shorts, Documentaries, Student and Women Filmmakers. First-time filmmakers are strongly encouraged to submit works as well.

HGMVFF is a celebration of the robust, creative and emerging nexus of local and national faith based, independent film and music video producers. It will offer a showcasing of quality, Christ-centered, inspiring original works produced by creative, passionate independent film, gospel music producers and visual storytellers.

HGMVFF is the film division of Houston Gospel Music Coalition, an affiliate organization of the Texas Gospel Music Coalition. President and Festival Director, Catherine Dorsey's vision is to develop this platform as an expansion of what HGMC does an organization to propel gospel music and independent artists, in conjunction with the network of media outlets and radio announcers who play their music. "Our mission for HGMVFF is to continue to create an annual platform of exposure, resources, development and advancement in film and video for gospel, Christian and inspirational filmmakers and music video producers," explains Dorsey.

To learn more about HGMVFF and see past winners; visit our official website. Sponsorship opportunities are available by contacting Catherine Dorsey at 832.821.8024 or via Email: hgfilmfest@yahoo.com.

Connect with us on our website (https://www.hgagfilmfest.com/), Like us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Houston-Gospel-Announcers-Guild-...) and Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Houston_GAG) for updates and new information as it becomes available.

For press credentials and interview requests please contact, Sharon Baldwin: info@makeroompublicity.com, hgfilmfest@yahoo.com or call 832-687-1211.

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About Houston Gospel Music Coalition (HGMC):

The Houston Gospel Music Coalition (formerly Houston Gospel Announcers Guild) is one of five affiliates of a statewide gospel music organization the Texas Gospel Music Coalition, Inc. (TGMC) and in association with the National Convention of Gospel Choirs and Choruses. TGMC has non-profit status whose mission is to provide education, performance opportunities and media exposure. The organization supports artists who perform or produce anything that will enhance the presence of the gospel and gospel music. We accomplish this through professional networking, industry promotions, various events and creative collaborations.

In 2017, the organization expanded their scope by incorporating video and film as an additional premium exposure opportunity. With great anticipation, (the now re-branded), Houston Gospel Announcers Guild was pleased to host their first annual HGAG Music Video and Film Festival in Houston, Texas.


*Catherine Dorsey is available for interviews.

Source: MRP