Shifter(s) Series x Kickstarter Sundance is an intimate, highly intentional gathering centered on creative ownership, independent financing, and building sustainable careers beyond traditional systems. 

Rooted in the shared values of the Shifter(s) Series and Kickstarter, the event focuses on empowering independent filmmakers and creators with the tools, access, and perspective needed to thrive - whether through innovative funding models, alternative distribution pathways, or community-driven support. 

Designed for meaningful connection and candid exchange, the room will host real conversations about financing projects, navigating independence, and building lasting momentum on creators’ own terms. 

Please note this is not a confirmation of a spot at this event. Confirmed attendees will be notified.

Schedule (to be updated)

2 - 3:15PM | Main Panel Conversation

3:15 - 5:00pm | Shifter(s) Lounge Cocktail Reception & Networking

Speaking faculty (to be updated)

Thank you to our PARTNERS

Kickstarter is on a mission to bring creative projects to life. As the leading crowdfunding and launch platform, Kickstarter is home to the world’s largest backer community — 23 million strong and counting. Since 2009, the platform has fueled innovation across 15 categories, helping over 275,000 projects get funded and attracting more than $8 billion in pledges from backers. As a Public Benefit Corporation, Kickstarter is committed to equity and transparency, prioritizing the success of independent creators, diverse perspectives, and the strength of a global community that shapes and defines culture.

The Shifter(s) Series brings together industry movers and shakers together for topical, thoughtful and intimate conversations.

It is collaboration between The Shift Studios and Winston Baker, focused on spotlighting visionaries who are redefining the creative landscape and shifting the status quo in positive, impactful ways.

Winston Baker has been a global leader in entertainment industry content curation for over 17 years. They produce events around the world addressing strategies and trends in Entertainment Finance, Music, Innovation, Web3, Sports, and

Entertainment Technology. Sccessfully organizing conferences across the United States, Europe, Saudi Arabia, China, Pacific Asia, UK, Latin America, and South Korea, they also have a major Film Festival presence and are official partners with the Marché du Film, European Film Market & more.