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The New Lens Collective at Junk is designed to provide individuals from historically underrepresented communities the opportunity to translate their talents into the art of commercial filmmaking. This launchpad will break down barriers to entry by sharing the skills and knowledge needed to enter this field, helping creators build their own portfolio of work over time.

By providing the experience many underrepresented creatives have not been afforded through direct on-set opportunities, peer support/mentorship, and access to the network of commercial filmmaking, The New Lens Collective will champion and celebrate a brand new generation of directors and cinematographers who will make a lasting impact on the industry.
The program is open to BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and other self-identified creators from historically marginalized groups who are passionate about visual storytelling and want to make their mark in the commercial world.

Junk is looking to partner with creative agencies and brands that are excited about diverse storytelling and creating opportunities for representation on both sides of the camera.
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OUR PREMIERE NEW LENS DIRECTOR:
WHITNEY SKAUGE

Whitney Skauge (they/them) is a talented filmmaker looking to bring their unique voice and directing style to brand storytelling. Whitney is a recent recipient of the Emerging Black LGBTQ+ Filmmaker Award from Newfest: The New York Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, & Transgender Film Festival and a member of the inaugural GLAAD “Equity in Media and Entertainment Initiative” for Black LGBTQ+ filmmakers. One of their recent professional achievements is serving as the inaugural VP of Development and Marketing at the Academy Award® winning documentary company, Breakwater Studios.

Their short film, The Beauty President, honors AIDS activist and drag artist Terence Alan Smith, premiered at SXSW in March  2021. Produced by Breakwater Studios and Executive Produced by Lena Waithe and Rishi Rajani of Hillman Grad Productions.

Whitney Skauge (they/them) is a talented filmmaker looking to bring their unique voice and directing style to brand storytelling. Whitney is a recent recipient of the Emerging Black LGBTQ+ Filmmaker Award from Newfest: The New York Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, & Transgender Film Festival and a member of the inaugural GLAAD “Equity in Media and Entertainment Initiative” for Black LGBTQ+ filmmakers. One of their recent professional achievements is serving as the inaugural VP of Development and Marketing at the Academy Award® winning documentary company, Breakwater Studios.

Their short film, The Beauty President, honors AIDS activist and drag artist Terence Alan Smith, premiered at SXSW in March  2021. Produced by Breakwater Studios and Executive Produced by Lena Waithe and Rishi Rajani of Hillman Grad Productions.