Desert Waves
Film & Music Festival

presents

Music Video Lab

Desert Cactus Films will pair 10 directors with 10 musicians, challenging each creative team to produce an original music video in just 30 days.

Celebrate the premiere of all 10 original music videos on the big screen at the
Desert Waves Film & Music Festival.

WHO'S IT FOR?

The Music Video Lab is for creators, collaborators, and storytellers ready to bring music to life on screen.

MUSICIANS

Have an original song that deserves a visual story? Collaborate with a filmmaker to create a professional music video and premiere it on the big screen.

Register Today

Register a team name and submit 3 songs. Only mastered tracks will be accepted. MP3 Format.

FILMMAKERS

Looking to build your portfolio, direct a music video, or collaborate with local artists? Put your creativity to the test and bring an original song to life.

Register a team name and submit a demo reel and/or work samples. You can submit via FilmFreeway or by email.

Register Today

30 Days to make your mark.

MUSIC VIDEO LAB

TIMELINE

AUGUST 21

AUGUST 28

SEPTEMBER 30

OCTOBER 17 & 18

REGISTRATION PERIOD
CLOSES

PARTICIPANTS NOTIFIED
& MATCHED

SUBMIT YOUR
FINAL MUSIC VIDEO

MUSIC VIDEO
PREMIERE

Don't miss the deadline!

Register and be a part of the Music Video Lab!

You'll hear from Desert Cactus Films and get matched with your team members!

Turn in your final video and get ready for the big screen!

Premiere your work at the Desert Waves Film & Music Festival at StarBase!

Desert Waves Film & Music Festival