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Monthly networking mixers, holiday parties, and membership showcases celebrating the creative and innovative female identifying individuals in the Austin community— there's always something here for you!

Take a look at our calendar below to see our upcoming events.

​For all event inquiries, please email events@wiftaustin.org.


Upcoming Events

    • 5 Jul 2024
    • 27 Dec 2024
    • 25 sessions
    • ZOOM
    • 17
    Registration is closed


    Come for the support from fellow writers and stay to dedicate this time to yourself, your craft and your creative spirit.

    Every Friday Morning

    7:30AM - Join ZOOM

    7:45AM  - Drop in at any point and share writing time and space

    We'll chat a bit at the very beginning and at the very end, with quiet writing time in between. Join when you can and leave when you need to, but be encouraged to start your day off by writing!

    Visit the WIFT Austin writing_club Slack channel for ZOOM log in details. 

    Contact Elysia Van Deusen for any questions. If you would like to be a part of the Writer's Club, email membership@wiftaustin.org to sign up as a WIFT Member.

    • 9 Jul 2024
    • 31 Dec 2024
    • 21 sessions
    • ZOOM
    • 18
    Registration is closed


    Come for the support from fellow writers and stay to dedicate this time to yourself, your craft and your creative spirit.

    7:30PM - Join ZOOM

    7:45PM  - Drop in at any point and share writing time and space

    Visit the WIFT Austin writing_club Slack channel for ZOOM log in details. 

    Contact Bianca Arvin for any questions. If you would like to be a part of the Writer's Club, email membership@wiftaustin.org to sign up as a WIFT Member.

    • 19 Sep 2024
    • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • 979 Springdale Rd. ♥ Suite 153
    Register


    Each month, join Women In Film & Television Austin members for a networking session. Start off the evening with simple introductions, then mix & mingle and learn about each others' ideas and goals.

    Our special guest for the September Third Thursday event is Brian Gannon, Senior Director of Film Marketing & Media Assets, CFC at the Austin Film Commission. He will provide valuable information on the incentives Austin has to offer filmmakers.

    Who: Everyone! WIFT Austin members, allies, and the public community interested in film, television, and the media industry in general. Whether in front of the camera, or behind the camera, we have attendees in all roles.

    What: A FREE, low-stress networking and mingling opportunity.

    When: Thursday, September 19 from 7PM - 8:30PM

    Where: Bambino, 979 Springdale Rd., Ste. 153 (ADA Accessible)

    • NOTE: WIFT Austin guests will receive 10% off food items from 7 - 8:30 PM on event nights.

    Why: In this industry, it's not just who you know, it's who knows you! We've created a space for you to meet other like-minded individuals in a no-pressure situation and we're proud to share that many personal and professional relationships have formed from our Third Thursday networking event.

    Let us help you make your special connections in this industry.

    RSVP BY SEPTEMBER 18

    About Brian Gannon


    The Austin Film Commission was founded in 1986 and is a part of Visit Austin. The office works to bring film, television, and commercial production to Austin as well as assisting with productions filming in the city with the goal of creating jobs, local spending, and international promotion of Austin. The Austin Film Commission markets directly to studios, filmmakers and industry decision makers, promoting Austin as a competitive hub for production and offers resources like location services, permitting guidance and a Production Directory with Austin-based vendors, crew and facilities for productions.

    As Senior Director of Film Marketing & Media Assets for Visit Austin, Brian Gannon oversees the Austin Film Commission and is the Certified Film Commissioner for the City of Austin, a position he has held since 2016. During Brian’s tenure, Austin has twice taken the top spot on MovieMaker Magazine's "Best Places to Live and Work as a MovieMaker" and Brian has helped to bring a number of productions to Austin including: Transformers 4 - Age of Extinction, Chef, Parkland, Skam, The Son, Sister Aimee, Fear the Walking Dead, Panic, Queer Eye, Walker, Look Both Ways, Love & Death, Hypnotic, The Last Thing He Told Me, and more.

    Brian serves as Secretary on the board of the Texas Media Production Alliance (TXMPA), advocating for competitive incentives for the industry productions. Previously, Brian served multiple terms as President of the Texas Association of Film Commissions (TXAFC). The Austin Chronicle called Brain one of the “20 People We're Thankful For in 2020” and he was awarded The Austin Chronicle’s Best of Austin award in 2018 as the “Best Friend to Film Producers.”

    Brian was born in Ireland and grew up in Wisconsin where he graduated from UW-Milwaukee. His family have called Texas home for the past 18 years.

    About Bambino

    Bambino Austin opened in the heart of East Austin in March 2024 and is the sophomore restaurant from seasoned restaurateur and chef duo Adam Orman and Fiore Tedesco of L’Oca d’Oro. Bambino weaves together the spirit of the 80s with a grown-up sensibility–arguably bringing to life 10-year old Fiore’s vision of a pizzeria. With reverence for the integrity of the dough and ingredient sourcing overall, the pizzeria represents a culmination of Fiore’s life in food, from his start as a pre-teen shaping rolls at a cousin’s bakery through a career in fine dining–all accompanied by 30 years of making fresh mozzarella and a fidelity to excellence. 



    • 24 Sep 2024
    • 6:30 PM
    • Santorini Cafe, 11800 N. Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78753
    Register

    Join us for the Women in Film & TV Austin Writer’s Club Table-Read featuring "The Black Rose", written by Samantha Barrera

    Tuesday, September 24

    Santorini Cafe

    11800 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 7875

    6:30 p.m. - Arrivals

    7:00 p.m. - Reading begins

    This event is FREE. Immediately following the read-thru, there will be a one-hour Q&A where you’ll have a chance to ask questions and offer feedback to the writer.

    Please RSVP by September 24.


    • 30 Sep 2024
    • 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
    • AFS Cinema
    Register

    Join Women in Film & Television Austin for the finest works created by our members and allies, screening for one night only at the 4th Annual Women in Film and Television Austin Member Showcase on Monday, September 30 at AFS Cinemas.

    Monday, September 30, 2024

    5:30 - 6:30 PM - Welcome Mixer - AFS Cinemas
    6:30 - 8:30 PM - Member Showcase - AFS Cinemas - Theatre 2
    8:30 - 10:00 PM - Wrap Up Party - Easy Tiger Linc

    Beginning July 4, current members and allies of Women in Film & Television Austin can submit their work via Film Freeway. The first submission deadline is August 4, so get those projects ready! More details coming soon!

    To become a member or an ally, please visit us at https://wiftaustin.org/become-a-member.

    Who: All current WIFT Austin members (professional and emerging) and allies.

    What: A showcase featuring the works of our members and allies.

    When: Monday, September 30 from 5:30 PM - 8:30PM

    Where: AFS Cinemas, 6259 Middle Fiskville Rd

    Why: To honor, highlight and celebrate the talents of our collective.

    Sponsors and Donors

    Want to see your company name, or family name, on the big screen? Make a tax-deductible donation to help us with our mission: support and empower members through professional educational programming, networking events, development opportunities, creative collaborations and mentoring. Click SPONSOR BENEFITS to see the full list of sponsor/donor benefits.

    Important Dates

    July 4 - Submissions open

    August 4 - First submission deadline + Comp Tickets available for WIFT Austin members and allies

    August 18 - Tickets Available for non-member purchase ($12)

    September 2 - Final submission deadline

    September 9 - Notifications

    September 30 - Member Showcase

    Submissions open July 4 - September 2, 2024


    • 17 Oct 2024
    • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • 979 Springdale Rd. ♥ Suite 153
    Register


    Each month, join Women In Film & Television Austin members for a networking session. Start off the evening with simple introductions, then mix & mingle and learn about each others' ideas and goals.

    Our special guests for the October Third Thursday event are Fred Poston and CJ Legare with TXMPA (Texas Media Production Alliance).

    Who: Everyone! WIFT Austin members, allies, and the public community interested in film, television, and the media industry in general. Whether in front of the camera, or behind the camera, we have attendees in all roles.

    What: A FREE, low-stress networking and mingling opportunity.

    When: Thursday, October 17 from 7PM - 8:30PM

    Where: Bambino, 979 Springdale Rd., Ste. 153 (ADA Accessible)

    • NOTE: WIFT Austin guests will receive 10% off food items from 7 - 8:30 PM on event nights.

    Why: In this industry, it's not just who you know, it's who knows you! We've created a space for you to meet other like-minded individuals in a no-pressure situation and we're proud to share that many personal and professional relationships have formed from our Third Thursday networking event.

    Let us help you make your special connections in this industry.

    RSVP BY OCTOBER 16

    About Fred Poston and CJ Legare


    The TXMPA is a statewide non-profit industry advocacy organization. Our goal is to continually uplift our local community of creative professionals by growing the tax incentives and expanding TMIIIP to bring more films, television, gaming, digital media and interactives to the state, helping to make Texas the media capital of the world.

    Fred Poston

    Prior to joining TXMPA as the Executive Director Fred was an accomplished International Production & Operations Media Executive, holding senior roles at CBS, Discovery, Disney, Warner Bros and Fox. With a homebase in Los Angeles for more than 20 years, Fred managed 100 media brands in 40+ countries and 20 languages, with long-term assignments in Washington D.C. and Miami that included oversight of Latin American operation offices in Argentina, Brazil and Mexico, as well as a Singapore-based assignment overseeing Asia Pacific operations. A native Texan, he is honored to have returned home to serve the Texas media industry.

    CJ Legare

    CJ has been acting, singing and dancing since childhood, performing all over the world as an Air Force Brat. Signed by Elite Model Management while studying theatre, she worked as a print & runway plus-size model while also transitioning to film, television, commercial and voiceover work. As a Creative Generalist CJ has also worked in experiential marketing, photography and startups.

    About Bambino

    Bambino Austin opened in the heart of East Austin in March 2024 and is the sophomore restaurant from seasoned restaurateur and chef duo Adam Orman and Fiore Tedesco of L’Oca d’Oro. Bambino weaves together the spirit of the 80s with a grown-up sensibility–arguably bringing to life 10-year old Fiore’s vision of a pizzeria. With reverence for the integrity of the dough and ingredient sourcing overall, the pizzeria represents a culmination of Fiore’s life in food, from his start as a pre-teen shaping rolls at a cousin’s bakery through a career in fine dining–all accompanied by 30 years of making fresh mozzarella and a fidelity to excellence. 



    • 29 Oct 2024
    • 6:30 PM
    • Santorini Cafe, 11800 N. Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78753
    Register

    Disclaimer: This script contains scenes of violence, gore, and disturbing imagery that may not be suitable for all audiences. Listener discretion is advised.

    ***

    Join us for a ghoulish-ly scary Women in Film & TV Austin Writer’s Club Table-Read featuring a short film written by WIFT Austin Horror Committee Members Janelle Lee Austin, Supora Carr and Gabby Estringel, including special guest writer and producer, Andrew Dominguez.

    Halloween costumes welcome and encouraged.

    Tuesday, October 29

    Santorini Cafe

    11800 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 7875

    6:30 p.m. - Arrivals

    7:00 p.m. - Reading begins

    This event is FREE. Immediately following the read-thru, there will be a one-hour Q&A where you’ll have a chance to ask questions and offer feedback to the writers.

    Please RSVP by October 28.


    • 26 Nov 2024
    • 6:30 PM
    • Santorini Cafe, 11800 N. Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78753
    Register

    Join us for the Women in Film & TV Austin Writer’s Club Table-Read featuring "The Hubby Hunt", written by Bianca Arvin

    Tuesday, November 26

    Santorini Cafe

    11800 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 7875

    6:30 p.m. - Arrivals

    7:00 p.m. - Reading begins

    This event is FREE. Immediately following the read-thru, there will be a one-hour Q&A where you’ll have a chance to ask questions and offer feedback to the writer.

    Please RSVP by November 25.


Past Events

27 Aug 2024 The Writing Club Presents a Table Read of "Why Am I Still Single?"
15 Aug 2024 WIFT Austin Third Thursday - 8/15/24 @ Bambino
30 Jul 2024 The Writing Club Presents a Table Read of "Dolores and Howard Kick the Bucket"
18 Jul 2024 WIFT Austin Third Thursday - 7/18/24 @ Bambino
30 Jun 2024 Program Series: Listening In
25 Jun 2024 The Writing Club Presents a Table Read of "Doll House"
20 Jun 2024 WIFT Austin Third Thursday - 6/20/24 @ Easy Tiger South
28 May 2024 The Writing Club Presents a Table Read of "The Repair Pair"
26 Apr 2024 WIFT Austin 2024 Annual Fundraiser
11 Apr 2024 WIFT Austin Third Thursdays
26 Mar 2024 The Writing Club Presents a Table Read of "The Last Rodeo"
13 Mar 2024 Annual Happy Hour - an unofficial SXSW event
11 Mar 2024 Ridiculous Boat Party - 50 Tickets for WIFT Members/Guests
9 Mar 2024 SXSW Official Event - Coffee and Conversations with WIFT Austin
27 Feb 2024 The Writing Club Presents a Table Read
13 Dec 2023 2023 WIFT Austin Holiday Party
30 Oct 2023 "For When You Get Lost" Monday Screening Happy Hour
27 Oct 2023 AFF Friday "For When You Get Lost" Screening and Afterparty at Aussies Grill Next Door
16 Sep 2023 Happy Hour @ Lake Travis Film Festival
5 Sep 2023 3rd Annual WIFT Austin Member Showcase
29 Aug 2023 The Writing Club Presents a Table Read
10 Aug 2023 2023 Elections Q&A
23 Jul 2023 Program Series: Listening In
20 Jun 2023 Incentives & You: Unpacking the Newly Increased Incentives Program, A Conversation with TXMPA
8 May 2023 WIFT Writing Club Script Reading of "The Hubby Hunt" by Bianca Arvin
24 Apr 2023 WIFT Austin's Writing Club 2023
14 Apr 2023 WIFT Austin Annual Fundraiser 2023
19 Mar 2023 Brave Conversations About...
13 Mar 2023 Happy Hour at Upstairs At Caroline
5 Mar 2023 Program Series: Listening In
15 Jan 2023 Brave Conversations About...
9 Dec 2022 2022 Holiday Party
14 Nov 2022 Partnership: 48 Hour Film - Film de Femme Screening
5 Nov 2022 Partnership: Texas Book Festival
28 Oct 2022 Partnership: Austin Film Festival
28 Oct 2022 WIFT Austin Meet Up During AFF with Sylvia Caminer in attendance
21 Oct 2022 Partnership: 48 Hour Film - Film de Femme Project
18 Oct 2022 WIFT Austin Annual Member Meeting 2022
10 Oct 2022 Partnership: ATX Short Film Showcase
29 Sep 2022 Behind the Scenes and Screens Panel
23 Sep 2022 Partnership: Austin Action Fest
13 Sep 2022 2nd Annual Member Showcase
9 Sep 2022 All-Woman Pre-Screening of THE WOMAN KING with Fons PR
15 Aug 2022 Finding Investors For Your Film - A conversation with Aaron B. Koontz and Bears Rebecca Fonte
18 Jun 2022 WIFT Austin 2022 Fundraiser
3 May 2022 Demystifying the Law: A Workshop for Film & Media Makers with Michele Martell, Esq.
2 May 2022 WIFT Austin's Writing Club
26 Mar 2022 WIFT Austin x Holi 2022 - Festival of Color
17 Mar 2022 Mix It Up with WIFT Austin: SXSW Edition
17 Feb 2022 WIFT Austin Third Thursdays
16 Feb 2022 Slate For That Self-Tape
10 Feb 2022 A Conversation with Steph Swope & Craig Staggs
1 Feb 2022 Lunar New Year Table Read
29 Jan 2022 Taxes For Artists
20 Jan 2022 WIFT Austin Third Thursdays
12 Jan 2022 Jumpstart Your Creativity
29 Nov 2021 WIFT Austin Mentorship Program
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