… We will mainly focus on shooting scenes andshorts in class for the purpose of finishing work as part of our curriculum.We will cover the basics of lighting, camera handling and shooting, scene scripts and screenwriting, acting and continuity, shot list and frame selection, acting basics and editing, among others.This is for beginning filmmakers so that they can workshop all theaspects of filmmaking using the equipment (lights, camera, boom mic) used in productions. Thereis much to know. The inst …

  A growing entertainment industry networking group. Established with the focus of fostering a core group of  filmmakers for professional and social purposes. We'll be going to screenings, critiquing films, sharing scripts, meeting up at film-related events and collaborating on productions.   Meetup members must display at least a first name which is real. After signing up on meetup, please go to http://productionslate.net/join-production-slate.html to join our network.

The Film Production Workshop, FPW, is a non-profit collaborative workshop held every month to make a short film with members (a crew) who have a basic level of relevant skills--namely, writers, actors, lighting technicians, DP's, directors, editors, makeup artist and special effect artists. Those wishing to break in to the industry as well as those already in the movie industry are both welcome. Its purpose is for participants to advance their skills through practice, to save money on ridicu …

… Basically, for the price of a movie, you can come and get great tips on how to make more money from the very biggest names in the business. This is your chance to look into these quality, high end products and decide for yourself if they contain priceless content which can explode your bottom line in a flash. People pay thousands of dollars for a little time with any of these money making geniuses, so getting to sample some of their most effective and best content, is worth way more than the mea …

… Our membership is as varied as our guest speaker list, which includes movie screenwriters and directors, television writers, video game & comic book writers, novelists, agents, managers, professors, career experts, accountants, and more.

This is a meetup for filmmakers interested in finding support to complete their productions. This may be through the sharing of funding information, finding crew members for their films, seeking advice regarding production challenges, sharing information on new technologies, etc.  We welcome anyone involved in production, pre-production and post.  In addition, anyone on the business side of the film industry can join, as well as writers, serious actors and actor/producers, etc. Our venue, the N …

… NewFilmmakers LA provides a forum where filmmakers can be recognized for their contributions, have open audience discussions about their projects and connect with industry professionals for insight on distribution, production, acquisition and representation. For more information visit http://www.newfilmmakersla.com/

A group for professionals working in the film, TV and other video entertainment segments.  The group includes professionals from studios and production companies, movie theater and HDTV product companies and other related professions.

If you are a "California Girl" at heart, take your mind, body, soul for a workout. We are destined to have more adventurous fun with friends! from water sports, scenic daytrips, art events, and weekends at favorite vacations spots within a half days drive. Together, we will zipline-ing, hiking, kayaking, card shuffling, poker playing, zoo petting, art gallery hopping, salsa dancing, wine tasting, paddle boarding, and mechanical bull-riding.   This group will enjoy activities to help refresh o …

The Hollywood Film Making Workshop, HFW, is an ongoing collaborative film making workshop that meets weekly (sometimes daily) to make feature-length films with Meetup members who are either professional or want to learn to become professional Directors, Screenwriters, Actors, Producers, Directors of Photography, Gaffers, Grips, Production Designers, Costume Designers, Makeup Artists, Production Sound Mixers, Script Supervisors, Editors, Production Managers, and Assistant Directors. As our featur …

We make films and work with directors, video editors, and post-production artists. First create a free profile on http://MoviePals.com - the social filmmaking network. We've built a platform to help lots of people make movies and find talented individuals like you – Join Us!. If you’re looking for a cool way to spend a weekday night where you can talk about the ups and downs of filmmaking along with a general meet and greet, social networking in person style then come to one of our events and: - …

… Salamoff's 3rd edition of ON THE SET: THE HIDDEN RULES OF MOVIE MAKING ETIQUETTE. Used in film schools around the world, ON THE SET is a must read for filmmakers of all levels.  

… We will meet up to train kung fu and wushu, attend martial arts seminars, attend martial arts tournaments, practice choreography, watch kung fu movies, eat chinese food and other foods, and socialize now and then. We ask that all participants are respectful to one another and come with an open mind.  We look forward to meeting up and having a lot of fun and look forward to spreading the art of Chinese martial arts and culture! 

… We embrace limitations to stimulate creative filmmaking and challenge the conventional bias that cost equals production value. We pool the modest production resources from among the group members and help in each other's productions. We then go out and shoot those projects. We take solid scripts and seek out good actors and let the stories speak for themselves. If you are a filmmaker with this same passion (and have an I-phone or not) then we invite you to join us.

This group is for those who are involved with, or desire to be involved with, the creation of Films. Whether your interest is in writing, acting, cinematography, directing, producing, and/or any other aspect of the films industry, you've come to the right place! We share ideas, educational events and assist each other with film projects. Join us and please tell us a bit about what your particular interests are in creating Films!

Starting this meetup group as a way to connect with local shooters and independent filmmakers. We will attempt to have a meetup at least once a month at various locations around the southland area. If you have a location that you would want to submit for consideration, please don't hesitate to let us know. This will be a community driven group, so any participation or planning by members will be greatly appreciated. Can't wait to meet everybody. :)