About Black Vine Network
Black Vine Network (BVN) is a cultural-tech infrastructure company. We are dedicated to empowering Black storytelling through advanced digital distribution and the development of physical community anchors. Our hybrid ecosystem supports creators and connects audiences with authentic narratives.
The Platform
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Black Vine Network operates across several areas of media and cultural programming.
Streaming Platform
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BVN curates films, series, and documentaries from independent creators and emerging filmmakers.
Original Productions
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The network develops and produces original film and episodic projects.
Screenings and Events
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BVN hosts film screenings, discussions, and community programming that bring audiences together around storytelling.
Creator Platform
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BVN works with filmmakers and creators to showcase their work and connect them with new audiences.​
The Mission​
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The mission of Black Vine Network is to support independent storytelling and create a platform where meaningful stories can be discovered, shared, and experienced.
Through curated programming and creator partnerships, BVN aims to expand opportunities for filmmakers while building a community centered around storytelling.
Our Focus
Black Vine Network highlights storytelling across multiple formats including:
• Narrative Film
• Documentary
• Episodic Series
• Cultural Programming
• Independent Productions
The People of Black Vine Network
Tanecia Britt
Founder/Head of Media & Content Strategy
Tanecia Britt is a results-driven creative professional with over 16 years of expertise in video production, content management, and content engineering. She holds an MA in Film, Video & New Screen Media from the University of East London and a BA in Communication Arts with a concentration in Video Production from Johnson C. Smith University. Tanecia's skills include content creation and strategy, leadership, video production and editing, content optimization, SEO, data analysis, project management, client engagement, and proficiency with content management systems.
The Origin of BVN
Black Vine Network was created from the long-standing collaboration between The Experience Agency and the DMV International Film Festival (DMViFF).
The Experience Agency has spent more than fifteen years producing film and television projects, while DMViFF has been showcasing independent filmmakers since 2010 through its annual festival and cultural programming.
Through years of working with filmmakers, one challenge appeared repeatedly: many strong films completed successful festival runs but struggled to find meaningful distribution afterward.
BVN was created to address that gap.
The platform provides filmmakers with a place where their work can continue to live beyond the festival circuit, allowing audiences to discover independent films while giving creators a path to showcase their projects without losing control of their work.