Women in Film & Video DC

Congratulations to SAG-AFTRA on reaching a tentative agreement with AMPTP after 118 days on strike and their members’ unwavering dedication on the picket lines. Photo Credit: Laurisha Yniguez
Bridget McCormick, Nasreen Alkhateeb, Sandra Brennan filming TELL ME ABOUT ORANGE
Kathleen Strouse (light), Lacey Young (camera), practicing a walk-and-talk with Anne Saul's assistance (red sweatshirt) at ScriptDC23
Producer Catherine Hand and VFX Supervisor Rich McBride on set of A WRINKLE IN TIME
Cintia Cabib filming her doc LABYRINTH JOURNEYS
Maggie Stogner at work on her doc - GOLD MOUNTAIN: Conquering the Sierras
On the Set of Wonder Pictures' HEROES' HONEYMOON
Monda Webb and Sara Barger representing WIFV at the Words, Beats & Life Festival
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WIFV Programs

Each year, WIFV produces nearly 200 events, including educational panels, discussions, workshops, seminars, and screenings. These events allow members to network, share knowledge, and exchange ideas. Our programs range from technical to theoretical, and feature local and national industry leaders. Currently, most WIFV programs are being held online. Check out the calendar for what’s next on our schedule! You can also subscribe to the WIFV newsletter and get program information in your inbox.

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Membership

Add the expertise of our 900+ members to your next project. Gain advance notice of jobs, grants, festivals, scholarships, preview screenings, and reduced admission to a wide range of educational programs. WIFV offers a variety of membership to serve all experience levels.

Women in Film & Video (WIFV) provides educational and networking opportunities for screen-based media makers, celebrates women’s creative and technical achievements in media, and advocates for parity both in front of and behind the camera to ensure that all voices can be heard.

A 501(c)(3) non-profit community benefit organization founded in 1979, WIFV is the premier professional resource for people who want successful media careers in the DC-metro region. All genres, genders, and experience levels are welcome. Our resources, connections and advocacy support a vibrant, creative media community.

news & notes

From the Blog: Embracing Script Supervision

By Laurisha Yniguez at RishyReel I embraced script supervising during the recent strike(s)—the devilishly demanding department of one. A script supervisor’s role extends beyond ensuring actors deliver their lines verbatim. We log footage, time scenes and serve as the editor’s eyes and ears on set. Time is money; nobody likes reshoots or delayed productions– a…

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Members in the News: STAR TIME and More Awards

Wonder Pictures LLC headed up by Board Member sheri ratick stroud is thrilled to share exciting news about their latest film STAR TIME. Screening at the 4th Dimension Independent Film Festival, Director Rich West was voted Best Director of a short. In addition, STAR TIME screened in the Pittsburgh Moving Pictures Film Festival where Rich won Best Director in a…

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