Join Women in Film and Media Colorado for an invigorating and inspiring network opportunity at the Women + Film Festival on Saturday, May 31st at 3:30 PM. Enjoy light snacks and great company at the SIE Film Center as we celebrate Women in Film and announce the recipient of the WIFMCO Finishing Funds scholarship generously provided by Sue Capitelli.  

Register here: https://wifmco.wildapricot.org/event-6164942 

Light bites provided by Wander & Graze

CO SPRINGS FILMMAKERS! Join us for another happy hour this month - May 29th at Lazy Susan's! We want to hear about all the ways we can support filmmakers in the southern region of our state.

Please join us for our WIFMCO student film showcase! On May 20th we will be screening several short films that were submitted to our 2025 student short film contest. Winners will be announced at the end of the screening.

This event is FREE but please show your support of the Bug Theatre by purchasing snacks and drinks throughout the evening.

Tuesday, May 20th at 6:00pm
Bug Theatre Denver
3654 Navajo St, Denver, CO 80211
Admission: FREE

Join us for some casual conversations and networking over some delicious coffee at Stella’s Coffee Haus! Tell us about your filmmaking goals, current projects you’re working on, and how you hope to see the industry grow here in Colorado.

Stella's Coffee Haus
1476 S Pearl St, Denver, CO 80210

AI is a rapidly changing technology, not only in terms of its capabilities, but also what the impacts are on the creative process, our rights, the legal landscape, and beyond.

We will hear from Singer, Songwriter, Actor and SAG-AFTRA strike negotiating member who has spoken before Congress and whose focus is AI, Dan Navarro, Hollywood screenwriter and techno-futurist Travis Sentell, and Kenzie Bartels professional captioner, during this webinar. 

TICKETS: https://wifmco.wildapricot.org/event-6063436

Women in Film and Media Colorado offers this grant to support WIFMCO members in finishing their film and media projects. Funds are donated by community sponsors. This year's Gold Sponsor is Susan Capitelli and also Bronze Level Sponsors: Kathryn Gould and Alicia Leeper.  

Preference will be given to projects that align with the WIFMCO Mission Statement (visit our “About Us” page) and that have completed principal photography. WIFMCO board members are not eligible. Please note that student projects are not eligible to receive Finishing Funds (students please apply for our student film contest).

The winner of the 2025 grant will receive $1500. Grant is only open to filmmakers living in the state of Colorado who are currently active WIFMCO Members. All applications are due April 30th, 2025 by midnight. The winner will be announced at the 2025 Women+Film Festival WIFMCO Reception happening in June 2025. We will also have a screening of winning film.

APPLY HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe4B6E-I77vuDjxQsr39I1cgicqiQuANMa9tDk4f0gSLJ6qew/viewform

Applications will be assessed in the following manner:
The WIFMCO Grant Program is administered by the WIFMCO Board which will analyze business and creative aspects of the applications according to WIFMCO'S mission.

AGREEMENTS AND TERMS

• All grant funds are to be used solely for the purpose of supporting the project. Spending must be consistent with the budget submitted to WIFMCO. WIFMCO reserves the right to recoup funds if recipient does not follow terms and conditions. Tax reporting are the responsibility of the recipient.

• WIFMCO will receive credit in productions, and on marketing materials, including logo provided.

• Upon completion a copy of the project, all relevant materials, and receipts will be provided to WIFMCO (if applicable).

• Grant recipients agree to share experiences at a WIFMCO event/panel and agree to allow WIFMCO rights to promotion of the project for purposes of branding and program promotions.

• By submitting this form, all winners of the WIFMCO Film Finishing Grant agree to acknowledge WIFMCO in their film/media product credits.

• All winners agree to appear in WIFMCO promotions including but not limited to WIFMCO press releases, website, newsletter, social media and meetings.

Additional Questions?
Contact info@wifmco.org

Join us for another round of speed networking in Denver!

Meet a bunch of people really quickly! Then hang out a chat for a while.

Wednesday, April 30th from 6-9pm at Truce Media (located inside Battery 621).

Free for members | $10 for non-members

Register at https://wifmco.wildapricot.org/event-6165837 

621 Kalamath St #175, Denver, CO 80204

Join us for discounted beers at WestFax Springs and meet our newest SoCo chair, Joey Simmons!

6:00pm - Whenever!
3043 W Pikes Peak Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80904

Join us online in a special acting workshop to work on scripted 2-3 page film or TV scenes and get feedback from Hollywood Casting Director Mike Page, CSA of Day & Page Casting, whose credits include "The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry," "Station Eleven," "Chad," "Miracle Workers," "Snowpiercer", and more (IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2969001/)!

TICKETS: https://wifmco.wildapricot.org/event-6116895

VERY IMPORTANT!!!

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

**spaces are VERY LIMITED**

**This workshop is for educational purposes only, not a casting session, and there is no guaranteed or implied casting opportunity, employment, or work as a result of this workshop. This is purely a professional development opportunity for workshop attendees.**

**All communication beyond reminders will come from noco@wifmco.org, please make sure to put this on your email safe list**

**This workshop will NOT be available to view/review on the Member Portal**

**If you require any accommodations or have accessibility needs, please email noco@wifmco.org** 

This workshop is for creatives who are too focused on perfecting their craft and hustling gigs to worry about money. We will examine the basic information you need to build a system to make your money work for you, rather than you working for your money. We'll address questions which are specific to freelance life: Where's my Social Security? How do I manage the feast and famine cycle? What do I need to know to make the jump from saving to investing? How do I optimize my savings? (Savings?? What savings, I'm a freelance artist, you idiot!) 

Come learn a few tricks and talk about things that no one wants to talk about... but everybody needs! This seminar is intended to make this anxiety-provoking topic readily accessible in a fun, open, and honest environment. 

GET TICKETS HERE: https://wifmco.wildapricot.org/event-6097446

Meryem Ersoz has worked in the Colorado film industry for over twenty years. She has produced eight feature films and has worked with many A-list stars and rising stars, including Malcolm Mcdowell, Lily Gladstone, David Arquette, Dean Cain, Luke Wilson, Jessica Alba, and many others. Her most recent production, a short film for the Warner Bros.film anthology series REFRAMED: NEXT GEN NARRATIVES, began streaming on Max in January 2025. 

Her narrative work is viewable on her IMDB page: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3230932/

She has also produced and run budgets for national sports television networks and worked in production management for national ad campaigns for Chevy, Toyota, Wendy’s, Zespri, Dish Network, and others. 

She came to filmmaking by way of cinematography, so her filmmaking experience is diverse. She was the DIT on Jason Mraz’ music video “93 Million Miles.” She crawled into a sulphur gas cave wearing hazmat gear to shoot a viral video for National Geographic. Her pursuit vehicle company, Blackwing ASL, shot the re-creation of Steve McQueen’s epic BULLITT chase sequence for Discovery Channel. She dragged an original RED ONE into the mud to shoot prehistoric animal bones being pulled from a Snowmass reservoir, for a NOVA special.  

There isn’t much in this industry which she hasn’t done. 

In addition, Meryem has worked a side hustle in trading and investing since 1995, when online technology for the brokerage industry was brand new and just getting underway. She built this workshop to start a conversation with her fellow freelancers to help advance economic literacy. 

Meryem is a founding board member for Women and Film in Colorado and currently serves on its Advisory Board.  

Madhuri Shekar's play, "Queen" was a key to unlock the door to joining the writer's room at Netflix's "Three Body Problem", and whose play "A Nice Indian Boy" was recently adapted into an independent feature film, currently making the rounds at film festivals around the world and that is due for wide release in April.

Join us online, in a conversation with Madhuri, a lauded and multi-award winner playwright, as we discuss her journey into screenwriting. Register here: https://wifmco.wildapricot.org/event-6070272

Have you ever wondered what it would take to have a long-lasting career as a voice over artist? One often-overlooked component of an artist's career is their health - in particular vocal health. Whether a VO artist, singer, actor, production crew and beyond, taking care of and maintaining vocal health is a crucial component to long-term success. In this workshop we will get to hear from and interact with Otolaryngology expert and singer, Kristen Frey, PA-C.

Register here: https://wifmco.wildapricot.org/event-6051455

Join us for a free meetup in Fort Collins - membership not required! Make new friends, meet new collaborators, and enjoy some coffee and pie!

REEL em IN!

Join the filmmakers of Northern Colorado for their Monthly Filmmaker Meetup! Each month has a different focus, topic or fun event!

Bring your REEL to show off, get notes, find Inspiration. If you have a Directing, Acting, Cinematography or any type of reel, lets see it! If you would like to submit your reel to be screened at the meetup please submit at www.nocofi.co

Facilitated by WIFMCO NoCo Branch Chair Maya Jairaim and WIFMCO Programming Chair Elizabeth Mihelich

Get your tickets here:

https://wifmco.wildapricot.org/event-5998809

2024 CFVA Holiday Party

SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY: Get Seen at our Holiday Party Screening! 

Submit your project to be screened during the CFVA Holiday Party: December 19, 2024, at the Sie Film Center.

Submit Here -  https://forms.clickup.com/9014159436/f/8cmja2c-1594/G4AQCCBJE5BHKHFFPB

Join us for the CFVA Holiday Party, a premier Colorado Film & Video networking event designed to foster connections and cultivate relationships in a festive and swanky atmosphere. This elegant gathering brings together professionals from all corners of the film and video industry, including directors, producers, editors, actors, and more.

Why Attend?

• Expand Your Network: Meet like-minded professionals, exchange ideas, and establish valuable connections that can help propel your career forward.

• Collaborative Opportunities: Discover potential collaborators for your next project, whether it's a short film, feature, commercial, or documentary.

• Industry Insights: Gain insights into the latest trends, techniques, and innovations in the film and video industry through conversations with seasoned professionals.

• Support and Growth: Be part of a community that supports each other’s growth and success, creating a thriving environment for everyone involved.

Event Highlights:

• Red Carpet Experience: Walk the red carpet and enjoy a premiere-style atmosphere with a step and repeat for memorable photos.

• Festive Décor: Immerse yourself in a beautifully decorated venue featuring holiday lights, Christmas trees, and elegant ornaments.

• Holiday Treats and Drinks: Indulge in a selection of holiday-themed treats and beverages that add to the festive cheer.

• Entertainment and Activities: Participate in fun activities such as gift exchanges, holiday games, and enjoy live music or DJ.

Don't miss this opportunity to build new bonds and relationships that can flourish into exciting work and mutual success. Whether you're a seasoned industry veteran or just starting out, the CFVA Holiday Party is the perfect place to meet new people, share your passion, and take your career to the next level in a swanky, festive setting.

Register Now and be part of an event that promises to be both enjoyable and immensely beneficial for your professional journey. We look forward to seeing you there!

MERRY MADNESS!

The holidays are in full swing and our December meetup will be happening a week earlier than normal. Come spread some holiday cheer and vote for the BEST HOLIDAY FILM!

SUBMIT YOUR NOMINATIONS HERE https://forms.gle/DfK4mMErZZcDb2yJA

Bring your plans and goals for the New Year and any requests for help you need from the community! If you have anything you would like to share with the community, submit using the form below.

Merry Christmas! Happy Holidays! Happy Hanukkah! Happy Winter Solstice! and Any other holidays you are celebrating.

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://www.eventbrite.com/e/wift-us-national-speaker-series-accessibility-of-accessibility-tickets-1077154671619?aff=oddtdtcreator

As a supporting organization, we are excited to announce the Colorado Film and Media Town Hall, the first of a series of community-led events aimed to foster statewide collaboration among creatives and media professionals.

This free event will be a facilitated working session taking place simultaneously across multiple city locations, with in-person conversation and networking.

Click here ( https://forms.gle/LnXGc4T32yfsqmFy5 ) to join the movement and save the date.

NOVEMBER SCHMOOZER

Join us for the CFVA Schmoozer, a premier Colorado Film & Video networking event designed to foster connections and cultivate relationships that can lead to exciting new opportunities and collaborations. This vibrant gathering brings together professionals from all corners of the film and video industry, including directors, producers, editors, actors, and more.

Why Attend?

• Expand Your Network: Meet like-minded professionals, exchange ideas, and establish valuable connections that can help propel your career forward.

• Collaborative Opportunities: Discover potential collaborators for your next project, whether it's a short film, feature, commercial, or documentary.

• Industry Insights: Gain insights into the latest trends, techniques, and innovations in the film and video industry through conversations with seasoned professionals.

• Support and Growth: Be part of a community that supports each other’s growth and success, creating a thriving environment for everyone involved.

Event Highlights:

• Networking Sessions: Engage in structured networking sessions designed to maximize your interaction with other attendees.

• Refreshments: Enjoy a selection of refreshments and drinks as you mingle and connect with fellow professionals in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere.

Don't miss this opportunity to build new bonds and relationships that can flourish into exciting work and mutual success. Whether you're a seasoned industry veteran or just starting out, the CFVA Schmoozer is the perfect place to meet new people, share your passion, and take your career to the next level.