Shane Hawk Launches the Native Horror Index: A Directory for Indigenous Horror Creatives
We're excited to spotlight something long overdue in the horror community — Shane Hawk has launched a brand new website: the Native Horror Index.
What Is the Native Horror Index?
The Native Horror Index is an online directory created with a clear and powerful mission:
"The Native Horror Index is an online directory created to promote the hiring of Native and Indigenous creatives in the horror field. Discover the next Indigenous horror talent you want to work with."
Whether you're a filmmaker, publisher, producer, game developer, or fellow creator, the Native Horror Index is your go-to resource for finding and hiring Indigenous writers, directors, artists, actors, and other horror professionals.
Why This Matters
Representation in horror has long been a conversation. Indigenous voices bring unique perspectives, rich cultural traditions, and storytelling depth that the genre desperately needs. Shane Hawk — himself an acclaimed Indigenous horror author and editor of the Bram Stoker Award®-nominated anthology Shadows of the Short Days — has created a centralized, searchable space that makes it easier than ever to connect with that talent directly.
This isn't just a directory. It's a tool for changing industry hiring practices, one project at a time.
Who Should Use the Native Horror Index?
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Producers & Filmmakers looking for Indigenous screenwriters, directors, and consultants
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Publishers & Editors seeking Native horror authors and illustrators
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Event Organizers wanting to book Indigenous horror speakers and panelists
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Game Developers searching for Native writers, artists, and voice talent
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Fellow Creatives wanting to collaborate with Indigenous professionals in the genre
Visit the Site
Head over to nativehorrorindex.com to explore the directory, learn more about the project, and discover the Indigenous horror talent you want to work with.
You can also follow Shane Hawk's work and stay connected through his official channels:
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📖 Learn more about Shane Hawk and his work in Indigenous horror
Support this initiative by sharing it with your network. The more people who know about the Native Horror Index, the greater its impact on diversifying the horror industry.
