Events

Atlanta Pitch Summit

An exhilarating event established in 2011, where filmmakers, screenwriters, and producers converge to pitch their projects to top industry executives, agents, and studio reps. Gain exclusive insights through expert-led panels, hands-on workshops, and invaluable one-on-one pitch sessions.

With numerous success stories, the Atlanta Pitch Summit has been the launchpad for successful writers and filmmakers. Many attendees have secured multi-million dollar deals and forged partnerships that have transformed their careers.

Elevate your career, expand your network, and bring your creative visions to life at the Atlanta Pitch Summit—where opportunity meets talent. Don't miss out—make it your yearly destination for industry success!

 

WIFTA hosts – Pocket Cinema – Learn How To Make a Movie With Your Phone

Join us at the SCAD Atlanta Digital Media Center on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at 10:00 AM for Pocket Cinema with filmmaker Coquie Hughes. This will be a fun and interactive event where you can learn how to “Make A Movie With Your Phone!” This training is perfect for aspiring filmmakers, students, and anyone interested in the art of filmmaking.

We’ll also be screening the pilot episode of Coquie's series, “Black & Merry” which was shot entirely on a smartphone.

Be sure to register today!

GPP Summer Industry Party (SIP) Event – Creative Kaleidoscope

Get ready to dive into an unforgettable evening of creativity, flavors, and fun at the 2024 SIP! This year's theme, “Creative Kaleidoscope," promises an exhilarating blend of art, culture, and casual enjoyment that you won't want to miss.

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect, celebrate, and enjoy the best of Georgia's production industry. Grab your tickets today and get ready to SIP & Splatter your way into summer!

Dragon Con

Dragon Con is the largest multi-media, pop culture convention focusing on science fiction & fantasy, gaming, comics, literature, art, music, and film in the universe – and the best place to celebrate all of these things with fellow fans on Labor Day Weekend.

DreamHack

The place where gamers from all multiverses and backgrounds connect for a weekend of experiences; esports, cosplay, creator led activities, table top, special guests, panels, workshops, the coolest IRL loot stores and hey, of course….gaming, gaming, and more gaming.

Shao Con

Get ready to unleash your inner champion at the ultimate showdown, ShaoCon, happening this Fall, October 24th - 27th, 2024. Brace yourself for an epic clash at the Century Center Marriott Atlanta Northeast. Thousands of high school, collegiate, and professional esports warriors will be descending upon our arena from all corners of the Southeast, setting the battlefields ablaze!

DGA Assistant Director Training Program Information Session

Calling all Atlanta Creatives:

Are you in search of a new career path? Do you enjoy being behind the camera? Do you have what it takes to be an Assistant Director? 

We are excited to partner with Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Film, Entertainment and Nightlife andthe DGA for the Assistant Director Training Program Information Session. This program offers on-the-job training to become an Assistant Director.

RSVP to join the Information Session that’s being held at City Hall Friday Oct. 25th at 6PM. Attendees will get the incredible opportunity to meet New York and Los Angeles DGA reps while receiving first-hand information on the program that can take your film and television career to the next level.

ONE Musicfest

ONE Musicfest has become a destination festival attracting over 50,000+ diverse music lovers from all over the nation. For 15 years ONE Musicfest has become known for its eclectic mashup of urban artists that have included Janet Jackson, Pharrell, 2 Chainz, Miguel, Outkast, Gucci Mane, Kendrick Lamar, Usher, Gary Clark Jr, Raphael Saadiq, Lauryn Hill, SZA, Nas, Kelis, Summer Walker, Anderson Paak, Erykah Badu, DVSN, Damian Marley, Ari Lennox, A$AP Rocky, T.I, Santigold, Jill Scott, Teedra Moses, The Roots, 8 Ball & MJG, Jhene Aiko, BJ the Chicago Kid, Janelle Monae, and many more!

Legacy Harvest Foundation’s Financial Resource Assistance

This holiday season, the Legacy Harvest Foundation will provide financial utility and rent assistance up to $500 per person or family to help make a difference during this special time. If you know any individuals or participants in Cobb, DeKalb, Fulton, Newton, Gwinnett, Rockdale, or Henry counties who may benefit from this assistance, please encourage them to apply at www.legacyharvest.org.  Applications will be accepted until Friday, November 29th. Please note that funding is limited, and completing an application does not guarantee assistance

DeKalb County Student Film Festival

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 — 6:00 p.m. — 9:00 p.m.

 

DeKalb Entertainment Commission and the DeKalb County School District presents the 7th Annual DeKalb County Student Film Festival. Students from participating schools around the County will demonstrate how DeKalb is preparing the next generation of filmmakers through film screenings and an awards ceremony.

 

Sponsorship opportunities are available and financial support will help secure the costs of 20 DeKalb County Students to attend the Student Television Network National Convention. Please contact Terra Washington for more information.

 

Location:
Porter Sanford Performing Arts Center
3181 Rainbow Drive
Decatur, GA 30034

Behind The Scenes (BTS) Bash

The 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗕𝗧𝗦 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗵, a special event dedicated to honoring the incredible talent that works behind the scenes in the music and film industries! This unique celebration will take place on 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟵𝘁𝗵, 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗶𝗮 𝗣𝗶𝗲𝗱𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿.

 

What is the Behind The Scenes (BTS) Bash?

The BTS Bash is designed to recognize and celebrate the contributions of those who often go unnoticed but are essential to the success of every production. There will be 7 influential guest presenters who will present awards across various categories, including Audio/Visual Excellence, Performance Support, Creative Direction, Marketing and Promotion, Event Production, Photography and Documentation, and Community Impact.

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆

 

Are you or someone you know making an impact behind the scenes? We invite you to participate in the BTS competition! Submissions are now open, and you can enter by visiting our contest website: www.thebtsbash.com. Here, you’ll find all the details about the categories and submission guidelines.

𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀:

 

𝙀𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙮 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙨: Begins now and ends on November 30th.
𝙑𝙤𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙨: Begins on December 1st and ends on February 28th.

 

𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀

Don't miss out on this exciting evening of recognition, networking, and entertainment! Secure your tickets today by visiting their ticketing page: https://btsbash.eventbrite.com.

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