Video Production Programs
The Art Institutes - Get Info on the Video Production Degrees Today!
www.artinstitutes.edu
The Art Institutes - Get Info on the Video Production Degrees Today!
www.artinstitutes.edu
Corporate Video and Film
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Film Production Companies
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Film Production Schools
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Marketing Video
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www.cloudwalkerfilms.com
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Mark Thomas Productions
Corporate Specialist- Events, Shows Marketing, Infomercials, So.Cal.
www.mtpro.tv
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Professional Videography
Great value HD videography services Any occasion, event, or project...
www.KolkeyProductions.com
Great value HD videography services Any occasion, event, or project...
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Creative Video Production
Orange County, Los Angeles - 15 yrs Award Winning - Agency Experienced
www.visionsoundcomm.com
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Florida Production Co
25+ yrs of award winning commercial production and post production
SteveProckoProductions.com
25+ yrs of award winning commercial production and post production
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Ableza
Native American Arts and Film Institute in California dedicated to promoting, preserving and protecting traditional and contemporary arts by Native American Peoples.
www.ableza.org
Native American Arts and Film Institute in California dedicated to promoting, preserving and protecting traditional and contemporary arts by Native American Peoples.
www.ableza.org
Actors' Equity Association
New York based labor union representing actors and stage managers in the legitimate theatre in the USA.
www.actorsequity.org
New York based labor union representing actors and stage managers in the legitimate theatre in the USA.
www.actorsequity.org
Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television, and Radio Artists (ACTRA)
ACTRA represents the collective bargaining needs of professional artists in film, television, radio and commercials.
www.actra.com
ACTRA represents the collective bargaining needs of professional artists in film, television, radio and commercials.
www.actra.com
Association of Cinema & Video Laboratories Inc.
Provides its members the opportunity to exchange ideas in connection with the technical, administrative and managerial problems, as well as opportunities, associated with the operation of a film and/or video laboratory. The Association is concer...
www.acvl.org
Provides its members the opportunity to exchange ideas in connection with the technical, administrative and managerial problems, as well as opportunities, associated with the operation of a film and/or video laboratory. The Association is concer...
www.acvl.org
Association of Film Commissioners International (AFCI)
Official association of government film contacts worldwide, providing service to its member film commissions and to the production industry.
www.afci.org
Official association of government film contacts worldwide, providing service to its member film commissions and to the production industry.
www.afci.org
Media Arts and Entertainment Alliance
Professional organization for people working in media, communications, entertainment, arts and sport.
www.alliance.org.au
Professional organization for people working in media, communications, entertainment, arts and sport.
www.alliance.org.au
Association of Motion Picture Sound (AMPS)
United Kingdom based organization of Film Sound Technicians. Members from the Film and Television Industry include: Production Sound Mixers, Re-recording Mixers, Sound Editors, Boom Operators, Sound Assistants, Foley Artists, and many other sou...
www.amps.net
United Kingdom based organization of Film Sound Technicians. Members from the Film and Television Industry include: Production Sound Mixers, Re-recording Mixers, Sound Editors, Boom Operators, Sound Assistants, Foley Artists, and many other sou...
www.amps.net
Association of Austrian Film Producers (AAFP)
Dedicated to the maintenance and ongoing enhancement of the quality of films produced in Austria, the Association also cultivates open partnerships with clients, film makers and the public to participate actively in legislative developments, and...
www.austrian-film.com
Dedicated to the maintenance and ongoing enhancement of the quality of films produced in Austria, the Association also cultivates open partnerships with clients, film makers and the public to participate actively in legislative developments, and...
www.austrian-film.com
Australian Writers Guild
Professional association for writers in the areas of television, radio, screen and stage. It protects the professional interests of originators and adaptors of written material.
www.awg.com.au
Professional association for writers in the areas of television, radio, screen and stage. It protects the professional interests of originators and adaptors of written material.
www.awg.com.au
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British Academy of Film & Television Arts (bafta)
London's BAFTA is the UK's leading organization promoting and rewarding the best in film, television and interactive media. Renowned for its high-profile Award ceremonies covering Film, Television, Children's and Interactive Entertainment. Based...
www.bafta.org
London's BAFTA is the UK's leading organization promoting and rewarding the best in film, television and interactive media. Renowned for its high-profile Award ceremonies covering Film, Television, Children's and Interactive Entertainment. Based...
www.bafta.org
British Columbia Film
Non-profit society that administers funding intended to expand and diversify the cultural industries of independent film and video production. This Canadian group provides support to film and television initiatives having that will be of econom...
www.bcfilm.bc.ca
Non-profit society that administers funding intended to expand and diversify the cultural industries of independent film and video production. This Canadian group provides support to film and television initiatives having that will be of econom...
www.bcfilm.bc.ca
Broadcasting Entertainment Cinematograph & Theatre Union (BECTU)
Independent trade (labor) union for those working in broadcasting, film, theatre, entertainment, leisure and allied industries who are primarily based in the United Kingdom. The union represents permanently employed, contract and freelance worke...
www.bectu.org.uk
Independent trade (labor) union for those working in broadcasting, film, theatre, entertainment, leisure and allied industries who are primarily based in the United Kingdom. The union represents permanently employed, contract and freelance worke...
www.bectu.org.uk
British Film Institute
BFI runs the UK's National Film Theatre and the London Film Festival, supports cinemas and film festrivals UK-wide, preserves the UK's film and TV heritage, and acts as an authoritative source of information on film and television.
www.bfi.org.uk
BFI runs the UK's National Film Theatre and the London Film Festival, supports cinemas and film festrivals UK-wide, preserves the UK's film and TV heritage, and acts as an authoritative source of information on film and television.
www.bfi.org.uk
American Society of Assistant Cinematographers (ASAC)
Honorary fraternal organization of professional men and women who work as camera assistants: either 1st AC, 2nd AC or Loader, membership by invitation, based upon nomination and evaluation of merit by the ASAC executive board.
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Honorary fraternal organization of professional men and women who work as camera assistants: either 1st AC, 2nd AC or Loader, membership by invitation, based upon nomination and evaluation of merit by the ASAC executive board.
asac.bizhosting.com
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International Cinematographers Guild
A part of ITASE, the Guild is a national voice for camera professionals, directors of photography, camera operators, assistants and still photographers.
www.cameraguild.com
A part of ITASE, the Guild is a national voice for camera professionals, directors of photography, camera operators, assistants and still photographers.
www.cameraguild.com
Icelandic Film Fund (IFF)
Governmental institute aimed at supporting and promoting Icelandic films.
www.centrum.is
Governmental institute aimed at supporting and promoting Icelandic films.
www.centrum.is
Canadian Film and Television Production Association
Principally involved with industrial relations, negotiating on behalf of its producer members in labour disputes involving other industrial organizations or unions.
www.cftpa.ca
Principally involved with industrial relations, negotiating on behalf of its producer members in labour disputes involving other industrial organizations or unions.
www.cftpa.ca
American Society of Cinematographers (ASC)
ASC is an educational, cultural and professional organization. Membership is by invitation, extended only to directors of photography with distinguished credits in the industry.
www.cinematographer.org
ASC is an educational, cultural and professional organization. Membership is by invitation, extended only to directors of photography with distinguished credits in the industry.
www.cinematographer.org
Costume Society of Great Britain
Association with members across the world who have a shared interest in the clothes that we wear and those that have been worn throughout history. The Society includes fashion designers, teachers and lecturers, stage and screen designers, colle...
www.costumesociety.org.uk
Association with members across the world who have a shared interest in the clothes that we wear and those that have been worn throughout history. The Society includes fashion designers, teachers and lecturers, stage and screen designers, colle...
www.costumesociety.org.uk
Canadian Society of Cinematographers (CSC)
CSC promotes the art and craft of cinematography and provides tangible recognition of the common bonds that link film and video professionals, from the aspiring student and camera assistant to the news veteran and senior director of photography....
www.csc.ca
CSC promotes the art and craft of cinematography and provides tangible recognition of the common bonds that link film and video professionals, from the aspiring student and camera assistant to the news veteran and senior director of photography....
www.csc.ca
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Directors Guild of America (DGA)
With offices in Los Angeles, and New York, DGA represents members working in US cities and abroad. Their creative work is represented in theatrical, industrial, educational and documentary films, as well as television live, filmed and taped radi...
www.dga.org
With offices in Los Angeles, and New York, DGA represents members working in US cities and abroad. Their creative work is represented in theatrical, industrial, educational and documentary films, as well as television live, filmed and taped radi...
www.dga.org
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Entertainment Resources & Marketing Association (ERMA)
ERMA is comprised of corporations and agencies providing entertainment resources to the filmed entertainment community, a practice commonly referred to as Product Placement.
www.erma.org
ERMA is comprised of corporations and agencies providing entertainment resources to the filmed entertainment community, a practice commonly referred to as Product Placement.
www.erma.org
Entertainment Services & Technology Association (ESTA)
New York based ESTA is a non-profit trade association representing the North American entertainment technology industry. Members include dealers, manufacturers, reps, service and production companies, scenic houses, designers and consultants.
www.esta.org
New York based ESTA is a non-profit trade association representing the North American entertainment technology industry. Members include dealers, manufacturers, reps, service and production companies, scenic houses, designers and consultants.
www.esta.org
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International Federation of Actors (FIA)
Body that represents trade unions and associations of actors, singers, dancers and other performers throughout the world.
www.fia-actors.com
Body that represents trade unions and associations of actors, singers, dancers and other performers throughout the world.
www.fia-actors.com
Film Arts Foundation
A Bay Area based non profit organization dedicated to the support of independent film and video makers, providing resources for creation and exhibition.
www.filmarts.org
A Bay Area based non profit organization dedicated to the support of independent film and video makers, providing resources for creation and exhibition.
www.filmarts.org
Filmboard Berlin - Brandenburg Gmbh
Organization focused at backing film projects for a variety of audiences.
www.filmboard.de
Organization focused at backing film projects for a variety of audiences.
www.filmboard.de
Irish Film Board - Bord Scannán Na hÉireann
Board provides loans and equity investment to independent Irish filmmakers to assist in the development and production of Irish films.
www.filmboard.ie
Board provides loans and equity investment to independent Irish filmmakers to assist in the development and production of Irish films.
www.filmboard.ie
Austrian Production and Costume Designers Association
Austrian Production and Costume Designers Association The "Verband Österreichischer FilmausstatterInnen" (VÖF) is a non- profit association representing Production Designers, Costume Designers, Art Directors, Set Decorators, Props Masters and th...
www.filmdesigners.at
Austrian Production and Costume Designers Association The "Verband Österreichischer FilmausstatterInnen" (VÖF) is a non- profit association representing Production Designers, Costume Designers, Art Directors, Set Decorators, Props Masters and th...
www.filmdesigners.at
American Federation of Film Producers (AFFP)
International motion picture trade organization dedicated to the promotion of movies.
www.filmfederation.com
International motion picture trade organization dedicated to the promotion of movies.
www.filmfederation.com
Film Society of Lincoln Center
Look up a film, a director, a writer or any other information regarding the New York Film Festival, the Walter Reade Theater, FILM COMMENT Magazine, New Directors / New Films, the New York Video Festival and the Annual Gala Tribute.
www.filmlinc.com
Look up a film, a director, a writer or any other information regarding the New York Film Festival, the Walter Reade Theater, FILM COMMENT Magazine, New Directors / New Films, the New York Video Festival and the Annual Gala Tribute.
www.filmlinc.com
Filmmakers Alliance
Is a collective of filmmakers, - film and video artists, technicians and craftspeople - dedicated to empowering, educating and supporting fellow filmmakers and aspirants who share a common desire to express themselves creatively through the arti...
www.filmmakersalliance.com
Is a collective of filmmakers, - film and video artists, technicians and craftspeople - dedicated to empowering, educating and supporting fellow filmmakers and aspirants who share a common desire to express themselves creatively through the arti...
www.filmmakersalliance.com
Film New Zealand
Providing a complete introduction service into filming in New Zealand. Everything a filmmaker needs to know about our locations, facilities, crews, permits, immigration, transport and accommodation for overseas film and program makers.
www.filmnz.org.nz
Providing a complete introduction service into filming in New Zealand. Everything a filmmaker needs to know about our locations, facilities, crews, permits, immigration, transport and accommodation for overseas film and program makers.
www.filmnz.org.nz
Foundation for Continuous Training in Cinematic and Audiovisual Art (FOCAL)
Subsidized by the Swiss government, FOCAL is an umbrella organization which aims to develop and promote creative, technical and entrepreneurial skills among professionals in the areas of film, audiovisual arts and new media.
www.focal.ch
Subsidized by the Swiss government, FOCAL is an umbrella organization which aims to develop and promote creative, technical and entrepreneurial skills among professionals in the areas of film, audiovisual arts and new media.
www.focal.ch
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Student Video & Filmmakers' Association, University of Hawaii, Moana (SVFA)
SVFA's mission is to help students grow by providing a positive experience that will ultimately empower its members with: production skills, leadership and visual literacy, exposure, and a voice to communicate their ideas and visions.
www2.hawaii.edu
SVFA's mission is to help students grow by providing a positive experience that will ultimately empower its members with: production skills, leadership and visual literacy, exposure, and a voice to communicate their ideas and visions.
www2.hawaii.edu
Holland Film
Affiliated with the Dutch Film Fund, is the official marketing and promotion agency for Dutch film abroad. The organization, financed from public funds, and some private sponsors offers a wide variety of services for Dutch filmmakers and produce...
www.hollandfilm.nl
Affiliated with the Dutch Film Fund, is the official marketing and promotion agency for Dutch film abroad. The organization, financed from public funds, and some private sponsors offers a wide variety of services for Dutch filmmakers and produce...
www.hollandfilm.nl
Hungarian Society of Cinematographers (HSC/MOT)
Professional organization for Hungarian cinematographers.
www.hscmot.hu
Professional organization for Hungarian cinematographers.
www.hscmot.hu
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Independent Filmmakers Coalition (Kansas City)
Strives to be a metropolitan Kansas City Organization that promotes creative and artistic expression through film, video and media production. The IFC will help develop and be a resource for the local film and video industry.
www.ifckc.com
Strives to be a metropolitan Kansas City Organization that promotes creative and artistic expression through film, video and media production. The IFC will help develop and be a resource for the local film and video industry.
www.ifckc.com
Independent Filmmakers Coalition (IFC)
Organization that promotes independent film, video and media production by providing seminars, screenings, group projects, workshops and other activities.
www.ifckc.com
Organization that promotes independent film, video and media production by providing seminars, screenings, group projects, workshops and other activities.
www.ifckc.com
Independent Feature Project (IFP)
Not-for-profit service organization dedicated to providing resources, information and avenues of communication for its members: independent filmmakers, industry professionals and independent film enthusiasts. It facilitates a connection between ...
www.ifp.org
Not-for-profit service organization dedicated to providing resources, information and avenues of communication for its members: independent filmmakers, industry professionals and independent film enthusiasts. It facilitates a connection between ...
www.ifp.org
Media Desk Ireland
As the information office of the MEDIA Programme of the European Union, it aims to support the audio-visual industry through financial assistance for development, distribution and training.
www.iftn.ie
As the information office of the MEDIA Programme of the European Union, it aims to support the audio-visual industry through financial assistance for development, distribution and training.
www.iftn.ie
Independent Media Artists of Georgia, Etc. (IMAGE)
Agency focused on the independent media arts community in Atlanta.
www.imagefv.org
Agency focused on the independent media arts community in Atlanta.
www.imagefv.org
Independent Media Artists Group (IMAGE)
Organization aimed at bringing together local film, video and digital media makers.
www.imagesite.org
Organization aimed at bringing together local film, video and digital media makers.
www.imagesite.org
European Federation of National Cinematographers Associations (IMAGO)
Organization aimed at maintaining professional standards in cinematography.
www.imago.org
Organization aimed at maintaining professional standards in cinematography.
www.imago.org
Institute of Videography
Institute of Videography 'VideoSkills' Workshops have been developed to meet the demands of those looking to improve their video production techniques to a professional level. These practical workshops are recommended by the IOV as an excellent...
www.iov.co.uk
Institute of Videography 'VideoSkills' Workshops have been developed to meet the demands of those looking to improve their video production techniques to a professional level. These practical workshops are recommended by the IOV as an excellent...
www.iov.co.uk
Independent Producers' Organization of South Africa (IPO)
Professional organization implementing programs to advance the interests of motion picture, television and producers and the industry as a whole.
www.ipo.org.za
Professional organization implementing programs to advance the interests of motion picture, television and producers and the industry as a whole.
www.ipo.org.za
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Associazione Italiana Scenografi Costumisti Arredatori
Italian Association of set designers, costume designers and set decorators who design sets, costumes and decorations for the theatre, films and television.
www.mclink.it
Italian Association of set designers, costume designers and set decorators who design sets, costumes and decorations for the theatre, films and television.
www.mclink.it
Maryland Regional Production Guide
Acts a government and community liason, pre production research, photo library, and help in finding a crew.
www.mdrpg.com
Acts a government and community liason, pre production research, photo library, and help in finding a crew.
www.mdrpg.com
Moving Image Centre
Non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of creative media arts in New Zealand. This is achieved by the exhibition and distribution of innovative and challenging film, video, installation and new technology art, visits by international...
www.mic.org.nz
Non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of creative media arts in New Zealand. This is achieved by the exhibition and distribution of innovative and challenging film, video, installation and new technology art, visits by international...
www.mic.org.nz
MIDI Manufacturers Association (MMA)
Provides forums for discussion of proposals aimed at improving and standardizing the capabilities and marketability of MIDI-related products.
www.midi.org
Provides forums for discussion of proposals aimed at improving and standardizing the capabilities and marketability of MIDI-related products.
www.midi.org
Millennium Film Workshop Inc.
New York based non-profit, film arts and community membership organization that offers a variety of exhibition programs, services, and classes for the Independent Filmmaker.
www.millenniumfilm.org
New York based non-profit, film arts and community membership organization that offers a variety of exhibition programs, services, and classes for the Independent Filmmaker.
www.millenniumfilm.org
A Minor Consideration
Nonprofit organization formed to give aid and support to child actors.
www.minorcon.org
Nonprofit organization formed to give aid and support to child actors.
www.minorcon.org
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National Projects
Minnesota based civic-minded organization dedicated to the artistic production, presentation and promotion of the motion picture medium.
www.nationalprojects.com
Minnesota based civic-minded organization dedicated to the artistic production, presentation and promotion of the motion picture medium.
www.nationalprojects.com
National Educational Media Network (NEMN)
California based NEMN brings together professionals working in motion media, and provides a link to educational and non-theatrical films, videos and interactive multimedia. NEMN hosts the Apple Awards Competition.
www.nemn.org
California based NEMN brings together professionals working in motion media, and provides a link to educational and non-theatrical films, videos and interactive multimedia. NEMN hosts the Apple Awards Competition.
www.nemn.org
National Film Board of Canada
Public agency that produces and distributes films, audiovisual and multimedia works which reflect Canada to Canadians and the rest of the world.
www.nfb.ca
Public agency that produces and distributes films, audiovisual and multimedia works which reflect Canada to Canadians and the rest of the world.
www.nfb.ca
New Producers Alliance (NPA)
A forum and focus for new talent within the British Film Industry. Members range from highly experienced feature filmmakers, major companies and industry professionals to short filmmakers and first time filmmakers.
www.npa.org.uk
A forum and focus for new talent within the British Film Industry. Members range from highly experienced feature filmmakers, major companies and industry professionals to short filmmakers and first time filmmakers.
www.npa.org.uk
New Zealand Film Commission
The Commission: provides loans and equity financing to New Zealand producers and directors; supports Maori filmmaking; sells and markets NZ films; administers the certification of NZ films for tax purposes and the approval of official co-product...
www.nzfilm.co.nz
The Commission: provides loans and equity financing to New Zealand producers and directors; supports Maori filmmaking; sells and markets NZ films; administers the certification of NZ films for tax purposes and the approval of official co-product...
www.nzfilm.co.nz
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Producers Alliance for Cinema and Television (PACT)
Trade association representing independent television, feature film, animation and new media production companies.
www.pact.co.uk
Trade association representing independent television, feature film, animation and new media production companies.
www.pact.co.uk
Professional Light and Sound Association (PLASA)
Entertainment technology trade association representing companies whose goods and services include: intelligent lighting, controllers and pro-audio systems, trussing, rigging and accessories to lasers, videowalls, architectural lighting, voice a...
www.plasa.org
Entertainment technology trade association representing companies whose goods and services include: intelligent lighting, controllers and pro-audio systems, trussing, rigging and accessories to lasers, videowalls, architectural lighting, voice a...
www.plasa.org
PRAXIS Centre for Screenwriters
Nonprofit organization devoted to the professional development of Canadian screenwriters and filmmakers
www.praxisfilm.com
Nonprofit organization devoted to the professional development of Canadian screenwriters and filmmakers
www.praxisfilm.com
Producers Guild of America
California based Guild that is a resource for all aspects of producing in motion pictures and television. PGA's membership and affiliated membership includes working motion picture and television producers.
producersguild.com
California based Guild that is a resource for all aspects of producing in motion pictures and television. PGA's membership and affiliated membership includes working motion picture and television producers.
producersguild.com
Production Equipment Rental Association ( PERA)
California based PERA members include insurance brokers, trade show producers, magazine and directory publishers, business systems and management consultants and other companies who support the production industry.
www.productionequipment.com
California based PERA members include insurance brokers, trade show producers, magazine and directory publishers, business systems and management consultants and other companies who support the production industry.
www.productionequipment.com
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Reel Women of Austin
Texas based non-profit organization formed for the purposes of developing a permanent support system for women at all levels of experience in the film and video industries.
www.reelwomen.org
Texas based non-profit organization formed for the purposes of developing a permanent support system for women at all levels of experience in the film and video industries.
www.reelwomen.org
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Saskatchewan Motion Picture Industry Association (SMPIA)
Non-profit organization representing the interests of the film and video community in Saskatchewan, Canada. Members of the organization work to improve opportunities for education, production, promotion and appreciation of film and video activ...
www.smpia.sk.ca
Non-profit organization representing the interests of the film and video community in Saskatchewan, Canada. Members of the organization work to improve opportunities for education, production, promotion and appreciation of film and video activ...
www.smpia.sk.ca
Society of Motion Picture & Television Engineers (SMPTE)
New York based Society that advances theory and application in motion imaging, including film, television, video, computer imaging, and telecommunications. SMPTE generates standards, engineering guidelines, and recommended practices. Members ...
www.smpte.org
New York based Society that advances theory and application in motion imaging, including film, television, video, computer imaging, and telecommunications. SMPTE generates standards, engineering guidelines, and recommended practices. Members ...
www.smpte.org
Screen Producers Association of Australia
It represents the interests of producers on issues that affect the business and creative aspects of screen production.
www.spaa.org.au
It represents the interests of producers on issues that affect the business and creative aspects of screen production.
www.spaa.org.au
Society of Stage Directors and Choreographers (SSDC)
A national independent labor union with the purpose of elevating the standards of stage direction and choreography. Based in New York, New York.
www.ssdc.org
A national independent labor union with the purpose of elevating the standards of stage direction and choreography. Based in New York, New York.
www.ssdc.org
Professional Drivers Association
For professional drivers involved in: features, print, television, commercials and stunt coordinating.
www.stuntplayers.com
For professional drivers involved in: features, print, television, commercials and stunt coordinating.
www.stuntplayers.com
Sundance Institute
Utah based nonprofit organization dedicated to the support and development of independent filmmakers, screenwriters, playwrights, composers, and other film and theatre artists.
www.sundance.org
Utah based nonprofit organization dedicated to the support and development of independent filmmakers, screenwriters, playwrights, composers, and other film and theatre artists.
www.sundance.org
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Third World Newsreel (TWN)
Alternative media arts organization committed to the creation and appreciation of independent and social issue media by and about people of color, and the peoples of developing countries around the world. TWN acts as a fiscal sponsor and provid...
www.twn.org
Alternative media arts organization committed to the creation and appreciation of independent and social issue media by and about people of color, and the peoples of developing countries around the world. TWN acts as a fiscal sponsor and provid...
www.twn.org
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Caribbean Film and Video Association (CFVA)
Non-profit organization of film and video professionals that provide information on all aspects of film and video production including locations, equipment, services, crew and talent.
www.usvi-info.com
Non-profit organization of film and video professionals that provide information on all aspects of film and video production including locations, equipment, services, crew and talent.
www.usvi-info.com
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Web Cinema
New York based nonprofit organization dedicated to the independent filmmaker using internet new media technologies to finance, create, produce, distribute and market independent film.
webcinema.org
New York based nonprofit organization dedicated to the independent filmmaker using internet new media technologies to finance, create, produce, distribute and market independent film.
webcinema.org
Writers Guild of America
Resources and Information for Screenwriters. The WGA represents writers in the motion picture, broadcast, cable and new technologies industries. Guild members also write news, animation, non-fiction and documentary programming.
www.wga.org
Resources and Information for Screenwriters. The WGA represents writers in the motion picture, broadcast, cable and new technologies industries. Guild members also write news, animation, non-fiction and documentary programming.
www.wga.org
Women Make Movies, Inc.
New York based multicultural, multiracial, non-profit media arts organization which facilitates the production, promotion, distribution and exhibition of independent films and videotapes by and about women.
www.wmm.com
New York based multicultural, multiracial, non-profit media arts organization which facilitates the production, promotion, distribution and exhibition of independent films and videotapes by and about women.
www.wmm.com
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Yorkshire Media Production Agency (YMPA)
Firm that fosters and supports film, television and sequential digital image technology in the UK.
www.ympa.org.uk
Firm that fosters and supports film, television and sequential digital image technology in the UK.
www.ympa.org.uk
Video Production Programs
The Art Institutes - Get Info on the Video Production Degrees Today!
www.artinstitutes.edu
The Art Institutes - Get Info on the Video Production Degrees Today!
www.artinstitutes.edu
Guide to Film Production Organizations
Stay abreast of industry issues, news and trends by joining film production organizations
By Tai G., Writer
Becoming a member of the right organization opens the door to a wealth of expertise. You will be exposed to many networking opportunities, information and resources. Additionally, movie production organizations may also provide invaluable services that include new products, education opportunities and industry support. When looking for membership with a film producers guild, remember the following:
1. Make sure the associations for film production you're interested in is credible. Check BBB or other industry accreditations.
2. Most organizations charge fees for memberships, so make sure you’re getting your money’s worth before you pay.
3. You have a resource to turn to with questions or concerns regarding your business.
Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Become a member of an accredited video producers organizations
Although many organizations offer information, tools and resources to non-members, you can benefit substantially from becoming a member. Membership opens the door to additional service, product and representation. Register as a business rather than as just an individual, if possible, so your employees can benefit from the membership.
I recommend: The Society of Camera Operators and The Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers both offer different types of industry memberships.
Join video production associations that offer a full schedule of events and conferences
Events and conferences are a boon to any business. They give you an opportunity to network and share issues with industry peers. More importantly, they give your company exposure within the industry, and provide you an opportunity to further your relationships with other businesses. Try and pick organizations with nationally-recognized events.
I recommend: Only members of the Directors Guild of America can access this calendar of events. The International Federation of Film Producers Associations calendar lists their industry events around the globe.
Pick video production organizations with online resources and tools you can use
You can improve the efficiency and effectiveness of your business by picking an organization that offers online access to member tools and resources. Many organizations offer newsletters containing up-to-date industry news on industry issues and trends. Additionally, you have access to a job center, industry publications and industry mentors.
I recommend: The National Film Board of Canada offers a selection of online tools and resources, including educational documentaries. IFP offers an online discussion board that lets you share industry issues.
Tips & Tactics
Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide
- • Networking is a great business tool. Make sure you're stocked with business cards so you can market yourself and your company to other film production groups at your next event.
