NYWIFT Virtual Hangout – September Pre-Emmy’s Mixer
Gather together online with your NYWIFT colleagues - and toast this year's Emmy season! - on our next virtual speed networking mixer. Come ready to dish on your favorite shows, and share creative ideas, suggestions, and contact info for further engagement.
The hour-long event will be broken up into smaller chunks of time, during which you will be randomly paired off with other attendees to network one-on-one.
NYWIFT hangouts are a safe space to ask entertainment related questions, seek advice, employment and other industry opportunities. Prep your elevator pitch and get ready to make connections!
READ MORENYWIFT Talks with HR Expert Joanna Giordano
This event will focus on the resume specifically. Yes, it is the P.I.T.A. that everyone avoids, but it is extremely important for application and selection at the top of the funnel. Even a warm network contact may ask for your resume to pass along. Join HR Expert Joanna Giordano for a conversation with NYWIFT Board President Jamie Zelermyer!
This edition of NYWIFT Talks is free for all to attend.
READ MORENYWIFT Talks with Julie Taymor & Kimberly Guerrero
Join 2007 NYWIFT Muse Honoree Julie Taymor to discuss her latest film, The Glorias, in our series NYWIFT Talks! Journalist, fighter, and feminist Gloria Steinem is an indelible icon known for her world-shaping activism, guidance of the revolutionary women’s movement, and writing that has impacted generations.
Taymor's film credits include Fool's Fire, Oedipus Rex, Frida, and countless others. Among her many theatre credits is her sensational Broadway adaptation of The Lion King.
This conversation will be moderated by NYWIFT Executive Director Cynthia Lopez. Free for all to attend.
READ MORENYWIFT Talks with IFP Executive Director Jeffrey Sharp
In this NYWIFT Talks, join Executive Director of IFP Jeffrey Sharp for a Zoom conversation. Founded in 1979, The Independent Filmmaker Project (IFP) is the largest and longest running not-for-profit dedicated to independent film. We’ll focus on IFP and the future of digital learning within IFP.
This conversation will be moderated by NYWIFT Board Member Yvonne Russo and is free for all to attend.
READ MORENYWIFT Talks 2020 Film Festivals
Welcome to NYWIFT Talks, a new weekly series to bring updated news and vital information about the impact of COVID-19 on the media and entertainment industry. Industry professionals will be in conversation discussing what you need to know about theatrical releases, digital advances, virtual tools, festival opportunities, production updates and more. This edition of NYWIFT...
READ MORENYWIFT Summer Hangout – Speed Networking Beach Party
As we face 2020 head on, the NYWIFT Night Out has become, temporarily, The NYWIFT Night In!
We're excited to launch our inaugural virtual speed networking event and invite you to join us for the NYWIFT Summer Hangout online beach party. Decorate your quarantine space with a tropical theme, wear your floppiest beach hat and cutest shades, and join your fellow NYWIFT members on Zoom as we celebrate summer as best we can!
The hour-long event will be broken up into smaller chunks of time, during which you will be randomly paired off with other attendees to share creative ideas, suggestions, and contact info for further engagement.
READ MORENYWIFT Talks with Cursed Director Zetna Fuentes
In this NYWIFT Talks, join director Zetna Fuentes to discuss her new Netflix limited series, Cursed. Based on the New York Times bestselling book, Cursed is a re-imagination of the Arthurian legend, told through the eyes of Nimue, a young woman with a mysterious gift who is destined to become the powerful (and tragic) Lady of the Lake.
The conversation will be moderated by NYWIFT Advisory Board Member Annetta Marion. This edition of NYWIFT Talks is free for all to attend.
READ MORENYWIFT & IFP Present: ‘REPRESENT’ Virtual Sneak Preview Screening + Q&A with director Hillary Bachelder
Join us for a virtual sneak preview screening of REPRESENT along with a ZOOM Q&A following the film at 8 PM ET with Director, Hillary Bachelor, moderated by NYWIFT Board Member, Flo Mitchell-Brown.
READ MORENYWIFT Talks Health and Wellness During COVID-19
In this NYWIFT Talks, join Dr. Christine Cyriacks, Allison Chawla, and Liza Bertini to discuss the health affects that COVID-19 has taken on us and solutions to mindfully clear your mind and soul.
READ MORENYWIFT Talks The Old Guard with Director Gina Prince-Bythewood and Editor Terilyn Shropshire
Welcome to NYWIFT Talks, a new weekly series to bring updated news and vital information about the impact of COVID-19 on the media and entertainment industry. Industry professionals will be in conversation discussing what you need to know about theatrical releases, digital advances, virtual tools, festival opportunities, production updates and more. This edition of NYWIFT...
READ MORENYWIFT Talks with Mucho Mucho Amor Co-Directors Cristina Costantini and Kareem Tabsch
Welcome to NYWIFT Talks, a new weekly series to bring updated news and vital information about the impact of COVID-19 on the media and entertainment industry. Industry professionals will be in conversation discussing what you need to know about theatrical releases, digital advances, virtual tools, festival opportunities, production updates and more. This edition of NYWIFT...
READ MORENYWIFT Talks Black Lives Matter with Visionary New York Media Arts Organizations
New York Media Arts organizations have had a rich history of supporting, inspiring, and training diverse creative community members for decades. In this week’s NYWIFT Talks, learn more how Black Public Media, Third World Newsreel, Manhattan Neighborhood Network, and Brown Girls Doc Mafia have accomplished their missions.
These organizations provide key solutions and grassroots connections to Latinx, Black, Asian, and LGBTQIA+ content producers. What are the specific challenges they face during the COVID pandemic, financial crisis, and the Black Lives Matter Movement? These leaders can shine a light on a path forward. In discussion with Iyabo Boyd, Leslie Fields-Cruz, JT Takagi, Shurize X. Richards and Victoria Bert, and moderated by Cynthia Lopez.
READ MORENYWIFT Talks with VP of Publicity and Promotion of IFC Films Laura Sok
In this week’s NYWIFT Talks, join VP of Publicity and Promotion of IFC Films Laura Sok to discuss publicity in the age of the "new normal" of Virtual Theatrical Releases for IFC Films.
The conversation will be moderated by NYWIFT Board Member Rachel Watanabe-Batton.
This edition of NYWIFT Talks is free for all to attend.
READ MORELive Virtual Watch Party: “Wild Nights with Emily” Screening + Q&A
Wild Nights with Emily is a dramatic comedy about the life of Emily Dickinson, starring Molly Shannon. Appropriate viewing for middle school students on up through senior citizens, the film includes Dickinson's poems on screen.
Wild Nights With Emily is the story of Emily Dickinson's life long romantic relationship with Susan Gilbert, Emily's life as a writer, and the comic soap opera that was 1880's Amherst. This story is an important piece of feminist history, as well as a great way to observe LGBTQ pride this weekend that can be enjoyed by the whole family.
Q&A to follow with Director Madeleine Olnek.
READ MORENYWIFT Talks: Filmmakers and Activists discuss the Black Lives Matter movement, their life work and hope for the future.
In this week’s NYWIFT Talks, we bring together vibrant award-winning women filmmakers and activists dedicated to fighting systemic racism to discuss their work and the social justice movement of today. During the conversation, we will watch short clips focused on historical women civil rights activists. The purpose of the conversation is to come together and share artistic, political and personal survival stories during this painful time in American history.
This edition of NYWIFT Talks is free for all to attend.
The conversation will be moderated by NYWIFT Executive Director Cynthia Lopez.
READ MORENYWIFT Talks with NewFest’s Executive Director David Hatkoff
NewFest gives voice and visibility to all facets of the LGBTQ experience by presenting year-round screenings and events that include New York’s annual LGBTQ Film Festival every October, which began in 1988.
In this week’s NYWIFT Talks, join Executive Director of NewFest David Hatkoff for a Zoom conversation discussing the changes NewFest has made to continue to adapt during this COVID-19 pandemic. Plus, learn how they'll virtually celebrate the month of Pride!
This edition of NYWIFT Talks is free for all to attend and will be moderated by NYWIFT Board Member Alex Cirillo.
READ MORENYWIFT Talks with New York Film Festival with Eugene Hernandez
In this NYWIFT Talk, join New York Film Festival's Director Eugene Hernandez for a Zoom conversation. We’ll focus on the future of film festivals in New York City including the future of New York Film Festival.
This conversation will be moderated by NYWIFT Senior Development and Editorial Consultant Maud Kersnowski-Sachs.
READ MOREVirtual Discussion: NYWIFT Talks with Tribeca Film Festival Senior Programmer Lucy Mukerjee
In this NYWIFT Talk, join Tribeca Film Festival's Senior Programmer Lucy Mukerjee. Lucy will discuss Tribeca’s move to digital programming during COVID-19, and how she is continuing her LGBTQ+ advocacy work through her role at the organization
This discussion will be moderated by NYWIFT Board President Jamie Zelermyer.
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