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Research.
Fellowship.
Grants.

Lincoln Motion's mission-driven research lab and film company is dedicated to operating at the intersection of interdisciplinary technology, impact-focused storytelling, and data-driven audience measurement.

Research Lab

The R&D engine for narrative innovation.

The Lab is the primary site for developing the Translation Toolkit — creating frameworks that translate complex social issues and data sets into cinematic blueprints for accessible, high-impact storytelling.

Fellowship

Cultivating narrative architects.

The Lincoln Motion Fellowship is a five-month cohort-based program selecting diverse talent for interdisciplinary tracks: Post-Production & Digital Media, Research & Archival, and Film Production. Fellows don't just learn — they produce, paired with industry mentors and gaining access to high-end equipment and strategic distribution insights.

Venture Grants

Catalytic capital for creators.

Non-dilutive venture grants provide promising filmmakers and startups with the capital and business infrastructure to move from ideation into production — helping creators finalize documentaries, series, and media ventures.

Collaborate

Partner with our research team.

We partner with organizations, institutions, and communities on research that drives real-world change through sponsored research, joint ventures, academic partnerships, and consulting services.