#HireTheseWomen Initiative

Photo by Claudia Hoag Come For The Member Meeting, Stay for the Writers Groups Join us for a General Meeting and Virtual Writers Group. We are getting the WiM membership together via Zoom to introduce future collaborators, build writers groups, and make new friends. No matter where you live, you are encouraged to join us! […]

New friends. New collabs. This high-energy, facilitated networking event was a fabulous time for all! Potential collaborators came together to build lasting relationships with creatives, crew, producers, directors, and below the line crew from across the entertainment industry. Established professionals and emerging filmmakers expanded their networks and sparked new collaborations. Guided by Women in Media […]

About Framing the Future Canon U.S.A. hosted the Women in Media community for a one-day, deep dive into shooting vertical video simultaneously with full frame. We explored the new Canon EOS C50 camera, which allows you to shoot both formats at the same time, seamlessly. Framing the Future was a limited admission, hands-on seminar. This […]

The Altitude Awards celebrate exemplary women and gender non-conforming cinematographers, gaffers, and camera operators. Through this recognition, the awards not only honor outstanding craft and artistic excellence, but also spotlight established and emerging talent. Moreover, we are proud to have seen the careers of many past finalists accelerate after their wins. They have gained increased […]

All are welcome to join Women In Media for the Cinemagical Halloween party with a special presentation by our friends from the California Film Commission! This spirited evening of networking and community will include vital information about filming in California. We will bring together the entertainment community of all genders—both above and below the line. Participants will have the chance to make new friends and colleagues.

Reel/Forward was a two-day Pre-CAMERAderie conference open to everyone in the entertainment industry. A vibrant community of creators, investors, and innovators networked with producers looking to fund original projects. Filmmakers connected with those seeking to incubate and launch new work—and met the crews ready to bring those visions to life. This must-attend event was for […]

Sip N Swap united powerhouse women from every corner of the entertainment industry for this high energy networking event! Established professionals and emerging filmmakers came together to expand their networks across all departments and foster meaningful connections. It wasn't your typical schmooze-and-mingle. It was a bold, welcoming space where real conversations sparked, creative ideas flowed, and authentic relationships took root.

A live Pre-CAMERAderie workshop About Finding The Funny All are invited to join Award winning director Mary Lou Belli for this interactive class on how to deliver “the funny” when acting, writing, and/or directing comedy. This immersive seminar will help you get to the heart of the joke and deliver it on camera. Leading by example, […]

Hero photo by Erin Neumeyer Women In Media welcomed members to our office at the Tiffen Technical Center for complimentary breakfast and an optional seminar. Our friends at Tiffen were on hand during breakfast to show our members the latest in Steadicam gear. After registration and breakfast, we had a short welcome and handed out […]

Photo by Ashly Covington Women In Media is pleased to present The 2025 Altitude Awards, celebrating exemplary women and gender non-conforming cinematographers, gaffers, and camera operators! Women in Media applauds the work of emerging and established members of the Cinematography and Lighting departments.. We believe that it takes a team of technical and artistic creatives […]