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• WIFT Austin Early Riser's Writing Club

  • Start
    5 Jul 2024
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  • End
    27 Dec 2024
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  • Schedule
    25 sessions
  • Location
    ZOOM
  • Spaces left
    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.

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• WIFT Austin's 2024 Tuesday Writer's Club

  • Start
    9 Jul 2024
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  • End
    31 Dec 2024
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  • Schedule
    21 sessions
  • Location
    ZOOM
  • Spaces left
    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.

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• The Writing Club Presents a Table Read of "The Road to Gonzales"

  • When
    29 Oct 2024
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    6:30 PM
  • Location
    Santorini Cafe, 11800 N. Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78753
  • Registered
    24 registrants

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

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  Join us for a ghoulish-ly scary Women in Film & TV Austin Writer’s Club Table-Read featuring a short film written by Gabby Estringel with WIFT Austin Horror Committee Members Janelle Lee Austin, Supora Carr, Mary Howard, Linn Rivers and Sydney Vawter, 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.

  
  

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• WIFT Austin SECOND Thursday - 11/14/24 @ Bambino

  • When
    14 Nov 2024
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    7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    979 Springdale Rd. ♥ Suite 153
  • Registered
    2 registrants

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  ***We are moving Third Thursday to the SECOND Thursday just for the month of November. We will return to the normal Third Thursday in January.***
  
  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 November Second Thursday event is Marguerite Zamora with Alyce Zawaki Law, PLLC, who offer attorney services for creative professionals. Come out, have a drink, and learn more!
  

  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, November 14 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 NOVEMBER 13
  

  About Marguerite Zamora
  

  
  

  Marguerite is an entertainment attorney at Alyce Zawacki Law, PLLC here in Austin. The firm works with creatives to help protect and monetize their work, offering a wide variety of services including trademark and copyright registration, contract review and drafting, LLC formation, and much more. Before attending law school, Marguerite was a middle school teacher. She remains passionate about education and motivated to increase community legal education opportunities and access to legal services for all.

  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. 

  
  

  
  

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• MEMBERS ONLY: Brave Conversations: Ageism

  • When
    17 Nov 2024
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    10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Moontower Cider, 1916 Tillery St, Austin, TX 78723
  • Spaces left
    48

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  Brave Conversations is a Women in Film & TV Austin signature program series that offers our members an opportunity to share the obstacles, challenges and experiences that they encounter in their professional lives. We offer a platform to fearlessly address some of the toughest topics that continue to torment and stifle women.

  In addition to addressing these elephants in the room, we also invite experts to guide us in honing the tools within, provide insight and tips that will helps us navigate these topics, and manifest more positive outcomes for ourselves. Sharing our stories and learning together allows us to shine a collective light on our obstacles in an effort to impact the type of lasting change we strive for at Women in Film & Television Austin— empowering women and ushering in parity for everyone.

  The discussion will focus on ageism. We believe it's essential to raise awareness and shift the language we use, as well as the perceptions surrounding someone being "too young" or "too old" for a job. It's time to rethink our perspectives, adjust our words, and transform the conversation.
  
  Agenda

  • 10:00 - 10:15 a.m. Check In
    

  • 10:15 - 10:45 a.m.  TOPIC: Ageism

  • 10:45 - 11:00 a.m.  Open Discussion

  • 11:00 - 11:15 a.m.  BREAK: Food and drinks available

  • 11:15 - 11:45 a.m.  TOPIC: Body Image

  • 11:45 - 12:15 p.m.  Body Movement/ Take away tools

  • 12:15 - 12:45 p.m. Open Discussion

  • 12:45 p.m. Event Ends

  About the Speakers
  

  Nikkie Saldivar Hodgson, Ph.D. has 33 years of experience in higher education and her roles have included teaching, enrollment, retention, recruitment, civic engagement, employee development and training, organizational development, and operations. She is currently researching the speech act theory in maternal relationships across ethnic groups, leadership language usage in political speeches, small working group relationships, nonverbal communication and use of social media in relationships. Her current position is with Texas State University in San Marcos, Texas where she is an assistant professor of practice. In addition to her higher education career, she is a first time children's book author and provides consulting services to organizations. 

  CJ Legare serves as the Communications Director for the Texas Media Production Alliance, where she champions advocacy and education for the Film and TV industry in Texas. A lifelong performer, she’s been acting, singing and dancing since childhood, performing all over the world as an Air Force Brat. Signed by Elite Model Management while pursuing a degree in 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 various production roles, as well as experiential marketing, photography and startups.

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• MEMBERS ONLY: Lunch and Learn: Copywright Workshop

  • When
    19 Nov 2024
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  This workshop is tailored for creatives of all kinds. Alyce Zawacki Law, PLLC’s are dedicated to empowering and protecting artists, entrepreneurs, and creative businesses.

  In this session, we’ll cover the essentials of intellectual property law, focusing on how copyright protects your creative works and how to navigate the registration process.
  
  Tuesday, Nov. 19
  On-Line via Zoom
  

  Participants will gain a clear understanding of:

  • What copyright protects and the scope of that protection
  • The steps involved in copyright registration

  This Zoom version will focus on delivering a thorough walkthrough of the registration process, equipping you with the knowledge to complete your copyright registration at your own pace.

  Speaker:

  Marguerite Zamora (she/her)
  

  Associate Attorney, Austin TX

  Entertainment, intellectual property & small business law.

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• The Writing Club Presents a Table Read of "The Hubby Hunt"

  • When
    26 Nov 2024
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    6:30 PM
  • Location
    Santorini Cafe, 11800 N. Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78753
  • Registered
    3 registrants

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  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.

  
  

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• MEMBERS ONLY: WIFT Austin Annual Member Meeting 2024

  • When
    1 Dec 2024
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    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    The Rosette, 3908 Avenue B Suite 116, Austin, TX 78751

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  Save the Date: Women in Film & Television Austin Annual Member Meeting

  Sunday, December 1
  11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  The Rosette, 3908 Avenue B. Suite 116
  

  After the Thanksgiving celebrations, it'll be time to refocus on the exciting path ahead for our WIFT Austin community. Join us for an uplifting and empowering gathering where we reflect on the strides we've made and share the transformative plans for the coming year.

  Our Vision at Women in Film & Television Austin is to foster a creative, collaborative culture that champions conscious opportunities and equity. Your voice and presence are vital to this mission, and together, we can continue shaping a future where our members thrive in an industry built on fairness and creative power.

  Mark your calendars—we can’t wait to reconnect and recharge for another inspiring year!

  ***This event is exclusive to WIFT Austin Members. For info on membership, please visit our Join Us page.
  
  

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