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Stay abreast of industry issues, news and trends by joining film production organizationsBy Tai G., Writer If you own a company in the film production industry, you would do well to partner with film production associations to strengthen your business expertise and credibility. Industry organizations bring together professionals with similar goals and challenges. Members of industry organizations come from all company divisions, but all share the same objective of expanding their knowledge.
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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
- 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.
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Nonprofit organization formed to give aid and support to child actors.
Native American Arts and Film Institute in California dedicated to promoting, preserving and protecting traditional and contemporary arts by Native American Peoples.
New York based labor union representing actors and stage managers in the legitimate theatre in the USA.
Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television, and Radio Artists (ACTRA)
ACTRA represents the collective bargaining needs of professional artists in film, television, radio and commercials.
American Federation of Film Producers (AFFP)
International motion picture trade organization dedicated to the promotion of movies.
http://www.filmfederation.com/
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.
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.
http://www.cinematographer.org/
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 to assist
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 concerned with i
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.
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 sound technic
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.
http://www.mclink.it/assoc/asc/
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.
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 their assist
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 in the ce
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 economic and cul
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.
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 workers within
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.
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. CSC memb
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.
http://www.usvi-info.com/infousvi/film.html
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, collectors, re-
http://www.costumesociety.org.uk/
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 radio, videos
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.
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.
European Federation of National Cinematographers Associations (IMAGO)
Organization aimed at maintaining professional standards in cinematography.
A Bay Area based non profit organization dedicated to the support of independent film and video makers, providing resources for creation and exhibition.
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.
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.
Filmboard Berlin - Brandenburg Gmbh
Organization focused at backing film projects for a variety of audiences.
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 artistry, lang
http://www.filmmakersalliance.com/
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.
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 producers to enha
Hungarian Society of Cinematographers (HSC/MOT)
Professional organization for Hungarian cinematographers.
Governmental institute aimed at supporting and promoting Icelandic films.
http://www.centrum.is/filmfund/
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 the creati
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.
Independent Filmmakers Coalition (IFC)
Organization that promotes independent film, video and media production by providing seminars, screenings, group projects, workshops and other activities.
Independent Media Artists Group (IMAGE)
Organization aimed at bringing together local film, video and digital media makers.
Independent Media Artists of Georgia, Etc. (IMAGE)
Agency focused on the independent media arts community in Atlanta.
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.
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 way to at
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.
International Federation of Actors (FIA)
Body that represents trade unions and associations of actors, singers, dancers and other performers throughout the world.
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.
Maryland Regional Production Guide
Acts a government and community liason, pre production research, photo library, and help in finding a crew.
Media Arts and Entertainment Alliance
Professional organization for people working in media, communications, entertainment, arts and sport.
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.
MIDI Manufacturers Association (MMA)
Provides forums for discussion of proposals aimed at improving and standardizing the capabilities and marketability of MIDI-related products.
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.
http://www.millenniumfilm.org/
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 artists a
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.
Public agency that produces and distributes films, audiovisual and multimedia works which reflect Canada to Canadians and the rest of the world.
Minnesota based civic-minded organization dedicated to the artistic production, presentation and promotion of the motion picture medium.
http://www.nationalprojects.com/
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.
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-productions; par
PRAXIS Centre for Screenwriters
Nonprofit organization devoted to the professional development of Canadian screenwriters and filmmakers
Producers Alliance for Cinema and Television (PACT)
Trade association representing independent television, feature film, animation and new media production companies.
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.
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.
http://www.productionequipment.com/
Professional Drivers Association
For professional drivers involved in: features, print, television, commercials and stunt coordinating.
http://www.stuntplayers.com/pro-drivers/
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 alarm syste
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.
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 activity.
Screen Producers Association of Australia
It represents the interests of producers on issues that affect the business and creative aspects of screen production.
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 of the SMP
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.
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.
Utah based nonprofit organization dedicated to the support and development of independent filmmakers, screenwriters, playwrights, composers, and other film and theatre artists.
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 provides consult
New York based nonprofit organization dedicated to the independent filmmaker using internet new media technologies to finance, create, produce, distribute and market independent film.
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.
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.
Yorkshire Media Production Agency (YMPA)
Firm that fosters and supports film, television and sequential digital image technology in the UK.
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