Archived Film & Video Industry Events

New Rules for Film Distribution: How To Market and Sell Your Movie Without The Middle-Man!

Finding a traditional distribution deal (that actually pays) is increasingly challenging. What worked in the past, no longer works. In this engaging talk, Jason Brubaker will demystify the modern distribution landscape and provide a step-by-step plan on how you can access, and then maximize your…

Southern Cal Creatives hosts August Pizza and Production (Peek at Gear, Learn More about DaVinci 15)

San Diego, California

Let's get our creative on!! San Diego creatives and thought leaders are invited to join us, have fun and food (and some giveaways) as we share an evening with the folks at OWC and Blackmagic Design! We'll have new gear to show you, an update on DaVinci Resolve 15 and lots of positive…

Exploring Collaboration with Digital Rebellion's Kollaborate + SFX Makeup Artist KC Mussman

Tuesday, August 7 at 7 PM - 10 PM PDT Filmmaking is not a single person endeavor. At this month’s meeting, we’ll be exploring the collaborative nature of the industry. Plus, we invite you to come and enjoy some frozen treats with us as we celebrate summer! MEETING AGENDA: DIGITAL…

Friday Night Social Event ~ August 3, 2018

Los Angeles, California

Friday Night Social is a networking group that meets the first Friday of every month. It started as a way for TV and feature writers to meet one another and has evolved into so much more. This is a great way to “Network”. Plan on meeting people from different areas and levels in the entertainment…

SilverScreen Film & Television Professionals Networking Event

New York, New York

Film Festival Organizers, Executive Producers, Crew, Directors, Vendors connect for networking, product placement and jobs opportunities. Returning on Friday, August 3rd, 2018, the SilverScreen Network Group (a global networking organization) connects Executive Producers, Property Masters,…

2-Day Directing the Camera Workshop July 28-29

New York, New York

ON THE INSTRUCTOR “He sees his story through a camera with precision and great conviction.” –ANG LEE (Brokeback Mountain, Life of Pi) This 2-Day comprehensive workshop explores visual storytelling with dynamic camera movement and skillful actor blocking. Through extensive, daily hands-on…

Calling All Actors and Crew...Film Set Protocols Seminar

Asheville, North Carolina

Learn the essentials of working on a film set, including proper roles and expected job responsibilities. Applicable from independent short films to professional productions, this class is appropriate for both actors AND behind the scenes film crew! This one-day workshop includes essential…

NFMLA Canadian Cinema Film Festival

Los Angeles, California

NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) presents three programs of Canadian short films, co-hosted by the Consulate General of Canada in Los Angeles and Telefilm Canada and sponsored by Seneca College. Community Collaborators include the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), Writers Guild of…

Reading Takes You to the Movies: A Book-to-Film Panel

Los Angeles, California

Enjoy movies and TV shows based on books and true stories? Want to know more about how they get made? Join us at the Studio City Branch Library on Saturday, July 28 at 3:30 p.m. for this special panel discussion with guests involved in the adaptation process. Panelists currently include: -…

VR/360 Night - July 2018

New York, New York

Join us for an evening of VR/AR/MR/360 presentations, demos, networking, and pizza/beer! There'll be some great industry discussions plus samplings of content experiences provided by some of NYC's leading developers and producers. Limited to the first 70 registrants so please RESERVE YOUR…

ECAT Film Sprint

Easton, Massachusetts

2018 ECAT Film Sprint. We are excited to announce that the 2018 ECAT Film Sprint will be held on July 20th-July 24th! The film sprint is a competition where filmmakers, either by themselves or more commonly in teams, must complete a film within a short period of time. You will be assigned a…

Overcoming Writing Blocks and Procrastination

Los Angeles, California

This presentation will address several common problems writers experience with trying to maintain a regular writing practice. Topics will include time management, procrastination, writing blocks, anxiety, self-esteem, dealing with criticism and rejection, and finding useful support. There will be a…

Intro to Yamdu, Production Management Software

New York, New York

Join us for an overview of Yamdu, the production management software for films, videos, tv, crossmedia, photography and other media projects. Yamdu is a web application combining the individual tools for all departments and stages of a film production. Yamdu can be the central platform for all…

5-Day Filmmaking Workshop July 14-18

New York, New York

“This workshop should take you to a new level of excellence and open up great possibilities.” –ANG LEE, Director (Brokeback Mountain, Life of Pi) This 5-day intensive, hands-on workshop takes students through every stage of filmmaking (Script Writing, Producing, Directing, Camera, Lighting,…

2-Day Lighting Workshop July 14-15

New York, New York

ON THE INSTRUCTOR “His unique vision in lighting and camera gives a film a professional look that exceeds the production budget.” –ANG LEE (Brokeback Mountain, Life of Pi) “Very illuminating and informative. Excellent for learning the basics of low-budget lighting and makes lighting much less…

Script Writing Workshop for Teens ~ Special Event

Hemet, California

This workshop is to engage youth in literary and creative education through the art and craft of script writing. The main purpose is to expose teens who might be interested in pursuing a career in television and feature film writing. This class, which is for teens ONLY ~ ages 12 – 17, will discuss…

LAPPG July Meeting - Networking with The Greenlight Coach & Super Fast Storage with OWC

Santa Monica, California

Join the LAPPG for our July 11th meeting at Crossroads School in Santa Monica. (Doors open at 7pm). Our evening will feature two informative presentations: THE GREENLIGHT COACH: GET MORE WORK WITH THESE 5 STRATEGIES FOR NETWORKING SUCCESS In an industry of storytellers, networking seems to be…

Sound Recording Workshop!

Asheville, North Carolina

This workshop is designed to educate aspiring audio engineers, independent filmmakers, and multimedia specialists on the selection and use of audio equipment in a professional environment. It will be a hands on class and participants are encouraged to bring their own equipment for demonstration,…

Zeiss Full Frame Workshop

Burbank, California

Join us on Thursday June 28th from 1-4pm at Band Pro's Burbank HQ for a free Zeiss Full Frame Lens Workshop. Zeiss Cine Specialist, Snehal Patel, will be on hand to detail the latest Zeiss glass offerings including CP.3 primes, CZ.2 Zooms, and the recently announced Supreme Primes. Designed for…

Creative Operations Exchange: Video Production

Los Angeles, California

Video content has quickly become the preferred form of brand engagement for consumers and this shift has required creative departments and agencies to devote more resources to producing it. However, much of that money flows out to agencies or production houses or is spent inefficiently in-house.…