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Our programs offer educational and professional development opportunities for our members to learn and grow in the film, TV, and media industries.

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

For all event inquiries, please email events@wiftaustin.com.

Upcoming Programs

    • 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.

    • 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.

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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.


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


    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 - 10:30 a.m.  TOPIC: Ageism
    • 10:30 - 10:45 a.m.  Open Discussion
    • 10:45 - 11:00 a.m.  BREAK: Food and drinks available
    • 11:00 - 11:30 a.m.  TOPIC: Body Image
    • 11:30 - 12:00 p.m.  TOPIC: Stress Tools
    • 12:00 - 12:30 p.m. Open Discussion
    • 12:30 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.

    • 19 Nov 2024
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Zoom
    Register


    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.
    • 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.


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


    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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