2024-05-15T01:03:15-07:00 2023-12-31 990EZ 2023-01-01 922500428 Dome Fest West DOME 3234059416 550 N Figueroa St Los Angeles CA 90012 Ryan Moore Executive Director 2098401187 2024-05-14 Ryan Moore 999009999 1 0 11 0 AAL2 X 2023 2023-04-26 12:10:37Z X X X www.domefestwest.com X X 5800 5800 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5800 0 0 0 0 833 0 0 833 4967 0 0 4967 0 4967 0 0 0 0 0 4967 0 0 0 4967 Dome Fest West is dedicated to the advancement of education concerning immersive and fulldome media. This organization is committed to fostering understanding and appreciation of fulldome films and immersive media through educational programs and public events, aiming to enhance knowledge and engagement in these innovative forms of media. All activities are directly aligned with and are executed in support of this educational purpose, in accordance with section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Metaverse Hosted Film Festival Objective: To advance education and appreciation for immersive and fulldome media by making it accessible to a broad public audience. Accomplishments: Dome Fest West successfully created and hosted a two-week film festival in a virtual metaverse environment, showcasing 16 fulldome films from the 2022 festival season. This initiative provided free access to 400 attendees over the 14-day event, significantly enhancing outreach and engagement in the immersive media community. Measurement: The festival attracted 400 participants and showcased 16 films over 14 days, indicating successful outreach and engagement. Long-term Goal: To continually expand the reach and impact of immersive media education through innovative platforms. Statistical Information: The number of attendees and films shown are estimated based on event tracking and participant feedback. 0 150 Preparation for 2024 Festival Edition Objective: To continue and enhance the annual celebration of immersive media by preparing for an in-person event that builds on previous successes. Accomplishments: Initiated the production phase for the 2024 Dome Fest West film festival scheduled in Boulder, Colorado. This early preparation involved mobilizing a team of 8 volunteer staff dedicated to planning and executing the event, ensuring continuity and innovation in festival offerings. Measurement: Mobilization of 8 volunteer staff for event planning and execution. Long-term Goal: To establish Dome Fest West as a leading platform in the U.S. for showcasing fulldome and immersive media, fostering growth and innovation in the field. Statistical Information: Staff involvement and event planning activities are based on current organizational records. 5800 600 Online Community Engagement and Awards Promotion Objective: To foster a community of creators and enthusiasts around immersive media and recognize excellence in the field through the introduction of the Best of Earth awards. Accomplishments: Hosted an online Zoom presentation that connected past attendees of the 2022 festival with information about the goals and criteria for the upcoming Best of Earth awards. This event successfully engaged 50 participants, promoting understanding and enthusiasm for future participation in the awards. Measurement: Engagement of 50 participants in an educational and promotional online event. Long-term Goal: To enhance recognition for excellence in immersive media and encourage high-quality submissions to future festivals and competitions. Statistical Information: Participation and engagement levels are estimated based on digital attendance records. 0 0 750 Ed Lantz Board Chairman 10 0 0 0 Mikhaila Stettler Treasurer 5 0 0 0 Ryan Moore Secretary 20 0 0 0 Kate McCallum Board Member 5 0 0 0 Lilly Frederique Board Member 5 0 0 0 Eric Hanson Board Member 5 0 0 0 Tracy Balz Board Member 5 0 0 0 Marc Rosenthal Board Member 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2500 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 CA Ryan Moore 550 N Figueroa St Los Angeles CA 90012 2098401187 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 NONE NONE 1 X 0 0 0 0 5800 5800 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5800 5800 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5800 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5800 5800 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED Ryan Moore Executive Director and Board Secretary Startup Expenses for 2022 Festival and office expenses X 8700 2500 0 1 0 2500