Work with fellow filmmakers, producers, investors, lawyers, writers, composers, actors, etc. in the Manhattan area and beyond. Help creating Synergy among diverse film industry people, other groups on Meetup and beyond... Be a part of an independent movement that is larger than ourselves! Follow this link to read more: http://filmsynergy.com

We are set designers, script-writers, cinematographers, directors, actors, costumers, producers, musicians and more. We are a group of individuals committed to creating a new kind of collaborative environment.

Cinema Heads is a movie group unlike the others; our goal is to view movies with a conscious. We enjoy screenings of films prior to their release dates. Screenings that include a discussion with the film directors, cast, critics or the opportunity to get in deeper into the film industry and the purpose behind the making of the film is what appeal to us the most. Afterwards we gather for dinner and or refreshments to discuss the movie we just seen. You may also consider yourself a "Cinema Head" …

Big Screen Little Screen - The Creative Side of Web Video - is a monthly event devoted to celebrating and supporting innovation in the creative side of web video and the exploding online entertainment industry and hosted by Matt Semel and Paul Kontonis. Each month, we’ll take an in-depth look at the processes and people behind some of the most successful entertainment products created for broadband distribution, followed by networking with industry peers, artists, executives, producers, and up-a …

A Painter needs only a paintbrush and a canvas; a musician needs only two turntables and a microphone! Yet to be a filmmaker it seems thousands of dollars are needed to make something that nobody is going to see anyway or to be an actor you must wait for someone else to give you exposure. If you're one of those people waiting around for financing to come through so you can make or star in Citizen Kane II that's cool, I'm not. This organization is for people who have stories to tell and opinion …

This is a social, business and performing group for serious artists, BOTH PROFESSIONAL AND NON-PROFESSIONAL, devoted to the craft of acting, writing, voice, movement and more...for FILM, TV and THEATER. The organizer is Jason Bennett, Runner-Up for BEST ACTING COACH in New York CIty in 2010 and Runner-Up for BOTH Scene Study Teacher AND Best Acting Coach in 2011! Jason Bennett is an acting and musical theater teacher and founder of "The Jason Bennett Actor's Workshop." The Meetup group is used, …

So you have made your first movie....Congratulations! what now? In the days where Paris Hilton could get a film into Sundance and indie films can't move beyond theatrical release in NY and LA; how DOES one successfully distribute and more importantly MARKET your film without spending $10,000 on a publicist and marketing company? Through a series of meetings and workshops, filmmakers are invited to meet up with our Distribution Executives to discuss their issues and stories trying to get thei …

JOIN US FOR SCREENINGS, CINEMA OUTINGS, AND PUB NIGHTS! Meet other fan of Irish films and television programs. Our goal is to promote and support Irish culture and Irish language through Irish cinema&TV. We get to see cool flicks and telly shows : Comedies,thrillers, documentaries, drama, whatever fun stuff from Ireland or Irish related theme ( Some are not available in US) in English or in Irish with English subtitles. Each event description will include a brief synopsis of the program. Genera …

Welcome to the Light & Shadow Workshop Group. Our mission is to share with the New York independent film community the knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in the art of lighting and cinematography. When it is your turn to make a movie, you must ask two questions: 1) "Where should I put the LIGHT?" A single strategically placed light can work the magic of four or five incorrectly placed lights. 2) "How to create SHADOW?" Anybody can switch on a light and flood a scene with light and ma …

This meetup is for those interested in filmmaking. You can join no matter what your experience level is. This will be a very hands on meetup and will allow everyone to practice their craft, meet other artistic people and CREATE, CREATE, CREATE. Whether you are an actor, production designer, grip, screenwriter, film critic, director, producer, art director, sound engineer, costume designer, production designer or cinematographer, you can join up for this group.

Welcome to NYC FILMMAKERS & ACTORS COLLECTIVE. In NYC, there are approximately 100,000 filmmakers, 60,000 actors, 250 acting schools, and countless film students. Most of them still take classes, send resumes, work temp jobs, check Craigslist, and wait for their BIG BREAK. Our mission is simple: Network, Share, and Educate. We bring together filmmakers, producers, directors, actors, writers, cameramen, and editors to share their experience, polish their skills, and help each other through net …

Sure, writers join writer's groups, actors join actor's groups, directors take the credit, and producers . . . well, they produce, but has anyone thought to hold a recurring party where people who work in different aspects of film can mingle and get to know each other? I started The NYC Filmmaker's Karaoke Group to create a fun place for people who work in film -- that means you set designers, makeup artists, and production assistants -- to meet and mingle with other film professionals. Anyone …

The Script Revision Workshop begins Wednesday, June 15 and continues for 8 weeks. Classes meet from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM at 440 Studios, 440 Lafayette Street. The cost is $495.00 Why: I know the excitement of being in a screenwriting workshop and chipping away at a screenplay until you find what is essential. I will share with you the tremendous insight and training I received from the celebrated faculty at Columbia University’s graduate film program, while studying for my MFA degree. When I r …

This film series provides a forum for local and independent filmmakers and video artists to share and discuss their work and ideas. Each month we'll screen one or more works and then circle up for an intimate conversation with the artists or guest speaker. We'll focus on "art" films, both abstract and and narrative, primarily by local filmmakers, as well as hard-to-find foreign classics, and new documentaries. We have also started to organize and attend seminars on various industry topics like h …

***This group is currently on hiatus, check back here or look out for email updates on if / who / when we start up the weekly screenwriting or production groups for spring/summer*** About a year ago, I began purchasing equipment to develop video content. It started out with a camera, then another, then microphones, then Final Cut, then Motion, then a green screen, then lighting, and so forth. I realized that there are probably other people like me, producers, directors, cinematographers, sound …

This is a group anyone who aspires to be in the film industry and want to not only create some cool projects but also connect with others in the field, learn new things, make new friends, and of course have fun doing it. If you have a strong desire to create movies and a love for the industry then this is the group for you. Ready...camera...ACTION!

They say to make it in Hollywood, it isn't what you know, but WHO you know... ...and if Kevin Bacon has taught us anything in life, it's that each of us is only separated by a few degrees. Here at Awoken Artists, we want to bridge that gap even more. Connecting Creativity Our goal is to help artistic minds network and collaborate. We range from working professionals in all genres of the entertainment industry -- film, television & stage, actors, writers & performers. We even made room for yo …

Storyhunter Screenup NYC is a monthly event for video journalist, filmmakers and documentary enthusiasts to hang out, screen some short documentaries, chat about journalism, have a drink or two, and jam to some cool global music videos. The screening, sponsored by www.Storyhunter.tv, will feature 3-5 minute video journalism pieces, trailers and short documentaries from local, or international, filmmakers (with Q&As with the directors afterwards). Send submissions to alex@storyhunter(dot)tv if yo …

Social media is empowering filmmakers in a number of ways through the complete filmmaking cycle; fundraising for films, new ideas for productions and story telling, distribution, marketing, PR and exhibition. This MeetUp will explore this combination. Let's bring together filmmakers, technologists and social media wizards, united by a love of cinema, and interested in exploring this convergence .

We love films. It is not that we don't like photography, we do. But it lies too still. We are a minyan of people that are passionate about always moving things forward. We see films not just as moving images, but images that move so much more - thinking, believing, discussion, perspective and even social progress. If you feel the same, please join us.

Filmmaking became accessible for virtually everyone. Shooting on film is beautiful and as a Director/Writer I love it but I've seen remarkable Motion Pictures shot on cell phones and full frame digital cameras. There are many ways to make it in the Film Industry: Write a screenplay - hand it to an agent; make a short - send it to a festival; go to film school - make commercials/music videos; the key is MEET PEOPLE, WORK HARD TOGETHER, BE TENACIOUS and make films - don't talk about making them an …

Note: Currently on hiatus after concluding 2012 Awards Season with The Oscars.  We will start back up with some industry related events, screenings/Q&As then we will be ready for 2013 Awards Season by late summer.  Please stay tuned! Every year during the Awards season, if you are voters for Oscars, SAG Award, WGA/PGA/DGA/BAFTA Award, etc, you probably would be bombarded with free screening invites. (Many of them even include Q&A with stars/director/writers. Such screenings will be featured on t …

About The Group Centralizing New York film, web video, and TV industry professionals of all kinds as well as cinephiles. The NY Film Meetup is a source of industry networking, pitching projects, as well as screenings and workshops. Who Should Join Film & TV Professionals and enthusiasts.

Want to meet and work with active film industry professionals? What about attending red carpet premieres and networking events at prestigious venues with reps from major, well known entertainment companies? Want to join the circles of New York's up and coming directors, producers and actors? Of course you said yes, we don't need to ask. The Filmmakers Network is one of the only meet ups that doesn't focus on workshops and seminars...but actually making the cogs in the New York film industry mesh …

This is a group for professional filmmakers including producers, directors, and writers to meet their peers in a relaxed social setting. Some of the best collaborative efforts in film are between friends. We'll meet for coffee, attend film-related events, and talk about our projects. We are here to make new friends with our peers.

New York City has a huge population of talented filmmakers and upcoming artists. This is a networking group for people who are involved or who want to become involved in Film & Video Production: Producers, Directors, Writers, Cinematographers, Shooters, Editors, Audio, Actors, Composers, Set Designers, etc. My goal is to have an event at least every couple months: networking events, staged readings, movie nights, screenings of member's films, and Q&A sessions. I envision this group as being a re …

Do you act, make films or simply enjoy watching movies? Join us for our monthly free movie night around Brooklyn! Hang out with other film fans, and make new friends in the greater New York acting and movie-making community.

Welcome to the Light & Shadow Workshop Group. Our mission is to share with the New York independent film community the knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in the art of lighting and cinematography. When it is your turn to make a movie, you must ask two questions: 1) "Where should I put the LIGHT?" A single strategically placed light can work the magic of four or five incorrectly placed lights. 2) "How to create SHADOW?" Anybody can switch on a light and flood a scene with light and ma …