Women in Film and Media Colorado (WIFMCO)

Join Women in Film and Media hosting our National WIFT US on November 21st, 2024. We will hosting guest speakers Maya Jairam, and Jeffrey Bigger for some common hard accessibility issues including: Film being a visual medium Cultural competency Evolution of language, interpretation the reality of who needs the accommodations - the Deaf and HOH community do not see themselves as disabled Stories from behind the scenes - on Hawkeye Register: https://lnkd.in/g-5hhpnN

Our Nothern Colorado chair of WIFMCO, Maya Jairam, will be one of the panelists speaking at this event next week. Are you curious about Artificial Intelligence and how that affects your art? This session will focus on both the ways that AI can be used for your artform and can increase your productivity, and discussion about the potential pitfalls of using AI. This is a new and ever changing tool and subject and presents lots of new opportunities. Join us for this pros and cons conversation where you will hear from folks in different art disciplines who can help you navigate this tough and exciting new landscape. Tuesday, October 29th from 4-6pm at Carnegie Center for Creativity: 200 Matthews St, Fort Collins 80524. This event is FREE to the public!

Scary Times, Hopeful Minds. A conversation about the Colorado film industry, how you feel about it, and where you want to see it go. In addition to community building this event will give you - yes, you, personally - at least one actionable item to help your personal creative endeavors, career, or network. Yes, really - so long as you show up and participate I can promise you will walk away with at least one actionable and valuable takeaway item, and hopefully many more! RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gTEBps9U

"Puzzling Production: Gamifying Unscripted Prep" will immerse you in the pre-production process. You won’t be bored learning every tedious document that could pass a production team’s desk. You’ll gain a broad overview of the production department with a mix of puzzling challenges. This will be a hands-on, collaborative experience to try out a career in the production department. Get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/guSRJpmX

Join us for a screening of spooky short films made by Colorado filmmakers on October 13th at 3pm! Our lineup includes the following films: Numerous Duo by Nick Fiorella (@nickfiorellafilms), Slasher Sessions by Thomas A. Fowler, Nibbles Must Die by Melanie McCoy, and Pay Attention by Corey Jackson and Mary Beth Eversole. Screening will be at @denverfilm's Sie Film Center. Get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/gEvUAMtG

Join us for the premiere of our Breaking Glass series where we hear from women in film and media who have broken some of those proverbial glass ceilings. Our first guest will be Kay Cannon, most known for the hit movies Pitch Perfect, Blockers and Cinderella. Purchase your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/gWFmnt5F

Join us for an engaging evening as we uncover insider secrets to boost followers, likes, and engagement on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook Reels. Presenter Alison Kondler, the creator behind @birding_by_ear, will share her knowledge gained creating in the TikTok ‘trenches’ for 4 years and demonstrate how these tactics have an even greater impact for growth on Instagram and Facebook. Topics include, increasing engagement rates, video editing techniques for more views, the pros and cons of in-app music, cracking the algorithm, cross-platform reposting strategies, factors influencing video performance, and so much more. This presentation appeals to novice and seasoned content creators, companies looking to grow their brand’s social media presence, and film/video producers who want to expand their skill set for new revenue streams. FREE for Members, $40 for non-members (buy a yearly membership for $85!), $10 for non-member students. Purchase tickets here: https://lnkd.in/gqDmPVEq

It's time for another table read! Table reads are a great opportunity to get a feel for how your writing will work once it's in real mouths and off a page. They offer a human element you just can't replicate in your own head when editing and provide new insights into how an actor might interpret your work. Join us for a 2 hour session where we will read up to 20 pages of your script and then receive in depth feedback. For those who are looking for motivation to finish or edit a script you'll get more than just kind words - WIFMCO has multiple upcoming contests to submit to, and this will be the perfect opportunity to polish your writing in preparation! This year we'll host a student film contest, a screenplay contest, and are looking to revive our finishing fund. Please look to these table reads as a chance to refine your work and get it made! We'll see you there. If you'd like written, detailed feedback and guaranteed time slotted into the 2 hour session please submit materials in advance to [email protected] in the form of PDFs or Google Links to be selected. You can submit an excerpt or full script (please note 1st 20 pages will be reviewed and the rest subject to time) - depending on number of advance submissions we may have as many as 3 featured creators.

If you're ready to dust an old idea off, workshop an existing story, or polish a script please come join us for a night of supportive, constructive feedback! Whether you are just formulating or ready to start your second draft our goal is to get you to your next step. For those who are looking for motivation to write you'll get more than just kind words - WIFMCO has multiple upcoming contests to submit to, and this will be the perfect opportunity to polish your writing in preparation! This year we'll host a student film contest, a screenplay contest, and are looking to revive our finishing fund. Please look to these story workshops as a chance to refine your work and get it made! We'll see you there. If you'd like written, detailed feedback and guaranteed time slotted into the 2 hour session please submit materials in advance to [email protected] in the form of PDFs, Google Links, or JPEGS to be selected. You can submit a pitch, log-line, story bible, full script (please note 1st 20 pages will be reviewed and the rest subject to time), or other related materials - depending on number of advance submissions we may have as many as 5 featured creators.

WIFMCO SCREENING SERIES presents: Ratify! The Film @thedenverfilm Sie Film Center Directed by Deborah Riley Draper & Sabaah Folayan Most Americans believe the US Constitution protects gender equality. It does not. The 100 year fight for an Equal Rights Amendment requires tending old wounds to build a truly inclusive movement. This film is about the brave women trying to do just that. Followed by a talk back with Producer Emily Best & others.