1. Reach out and tell us why you feel your community would benefit from a Local Hub. We’ll then set up an initial chat to hear more about your ideas and excitement!

2. With VC’s support and guidance, you’ll assemble a small team of Organizers, and survey your local community for supporters and partners that may be interested in collaborating with your team on future gatherings.

3. Once the team is assembled and the survey is complete, you’ll be ready for the onboarding phase and you’ll begin planning your launch event that will debut your Local Hub to your community!

VC has Local Hubs across the globe. To explore all current Hubs, visit (hubs landing page).

Local Hub Organizers can organize gatherings like

• Film screenings

• Happy hours or mixers

• Workshops

• Discussion panels

• Coffee dates

• Lectures

• Technical showcases

• Themed gatherings (Earth Day, Pride Month, etc.)

Ambassadors can organize gatherings like mixers, coffee dates, and more in partnership with or parallel to industry events such as

• Film festivals

• Trade shows or marketplaces

• Conventions or conferences

The main goal in any VC gathering is to create connection, support, and community between nonfiction storytellers - and this is not limited to one form. Have an idea for an event not mentioned in these examples? Tell us about it.

Organizers and Ambassadors are community leaders who are proactive, initiative takers, and actively work in the nonfiction field. They have the capacity to share their time, expertise, connections, and creativity with the VC community.

Organizers do not have to be VC members to start the process of creating a Local Hub.

Ambassadors must be VC members who understand our values and ethos, and can appropriately represent our global community at their proposed event(s).

Not necessarily. What matters most is that you’re actively working in nonfiction and are committed to building community. Whether you’re at the start of your career or already well-established, your perspective and leadership are valuable. We believe the strength of our network comes from the diversity of its members, including where they are in their professional journeys. Starting a Local Hub is a chance to grow alongside others, create meaningful connections, and shape a space where emerging and seasoned voices can thrive in community. We’re here to grow together!

The time commitment in leading a Local Hub is shaped by your team’s energy and bandwidth. We encourage Organizer teams to set realistic and achievable goals for their Hub, find a rhythm that works, and support one another. And remember, we’re here to guide and support you in planning gatherings that align with your vision and capacity. Let’s build your community with intention, consistency, and care!

Chat with us and let us know you’re having trouble assembling a team of Organizers. We can explore solutions together such as perusing our member directory for other creatives in your area, using VC’s Slack workspace, and more.