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So, You Want To Be A Production Assistant?
Wear comfortable shoes. Run a tight “lockup.” Keep a positive attitude. Carry a walkie-talkie and a multi tool at all times. What do all these things have in common? They’re […]
Sundance Comes to Seattle: Artist Services Workshop at Local Sightings
Local filmmakers are in for a special treat this month: Sundance Artist Services, a program from the Sundance Institute that “empowers filmmakers navigating the changing business of independent film,” is coming […]
Beyond the Film Festival: 5 Distribution Alternatives for Indie Filmmakers
It used to be that indie filmmakers’ only option was the festival circuit –submitting to multiple festivals (and expecting multiple rejections), paying application fees that quickly added up, and vying […]
Spring Into Washington Festivals
Here are several Washington film festivals and competitions happening this spring thru the end of summer. Help us build a better resource by letting us know about events in your area of the state.
VOD for Independents in 2014
Looking for options for releasing your films through VOD platforms? Check out this post from Douglas Horn, feature film producer, director and respected blogger in the film industry. A lot can change in a year and Horn generously shares his latest research.
Looking for Locations on a Budget?
WF has has developed this resource for filmmakers with tips about how to put your best foot forward when looking for locations on a budget. Take a look.
Get Set for Grant Success
Considering applying for grants for your next film? Put your best foot forward with these tips from filmmakers Tracy Rector and Lou Karsen, a Seattle duo with an impressive grant writing track record.
How Section 181 Helps Washington Filmmakers
The enactment of Section 181, as part of the American Jobs Creation Act Of 2004, signaled a change in U.S. policy towards filmmaking in the United States. By minimizing investor risk through film subsidies, Section 181 helps to support film and television production and to prevent “runaway production” of the film industry.
VOD Options for Independent Films and Series
Washington Filmworks wanted to remind local filmmakers and content creators about the fantastic article covering VOD resources for independents that Douglas Horn put together on his blog this March. He’s hard at work on a follow up piece with even more information, which we aim to share as it becomes available.