Upcoming Events

    • 10/29/2025
    • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Enzian Theater & Eden Bar 1300 Orlando Avenue, Maitland, FL 32751
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    Join us at the onsite Eden Bar to network with industry professionals, enjoy spooky-themed cocktails from the Enzian’s 13 Films & Cocktails of Halloween series, and celebrate the season with a fright-night screening to follow. Whether you’re looking to make new connections, find collaborators, or just enjoy a night of film and fun, this event is the perfect opportunity.

    Meeting Place:
    The Enzian Theater & Eden Bar
    1300 Orlando Avenue, Maitland, FL 32751

    Parking available in the Enzian lot and overflow areas

    Wednesday
    10/29/25
    6:30pm – 8:30pm 

    REGISTER: https://womeninfilmfl.org/event-6369556


    Free to WIFT-FL Members, $10 for non-members

    See you there!



    • 11/18/2025
    • 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • Wynwood’s 1-800-Lucky Food Hall 143 NW 23rd St Miami, FL 33127
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    Join WIFT-FL’s South Florida branch to celebrate the season with a festive gathering at Wynwood’s 1-800-Lucky food hall.


    Tuesday, November 18th

    6:30 PM - 9 PM

    1-800-Lucky

    143 NW 23rd St

    Miami, FL 33127

    REGISTER: https://womeninfilmfl.org/event-6395511

    • Film karaoke: sing your heart out to your favorite movie tunes in the 1-800-Lucky karaoke room

    • Film trivia: Test your film and TV knowledge with themed trivia

    • Mix and mingle with other Florida filmmakers 

    This event is free for all, with a wide variety of food and beverages available for purchase from 1-800-Lucky.

    Find us at the outdoor tables towards the front. Bring a friend you think would be a great asset to WIFT! 



    REGISTER: https://womeninfilmfl.org/event-6395511



    • 11/20/2025
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Location: Coastie Cottage 565 Montreal Avenue Melbourne, FL 32935
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    How to Shoot a Short Scene – Part 2: Taking It Further

    In this follow-up workshop, participants will expand on the fundamentals learned in Part 1 by adding layers of complexity to the filmmaking process. The focus will be on advanced coverage, performance direction, and technical refinement.

    Objectives:

    • Deepen understanding of storytelling through shot selection (motivated camera movement, inserts, and reaction shots).

    • Explore performance direction, working with actors to enhance emotional beats and continuity.

    • Introduce lighting for mood: using simple setups to create atmosphere and consistency.

    • Practice slating, logging, and set protocol to streamline the shoot.

    • Rotate through advanced crew roles (script supervisor, gaffer, camera operator).

    • Conduct a group edit session to connect production decisions with the final cut.

    Activities:

    1. Script Enhancement & Pre-Production

      • Add one new dramatic or comedic beat to the original short scene.

      • Create a revised shot list that incorporates new coverage and camera movement.

    2. On-Set Execution

      • Shoot the revised scene with attention to lighting, motivated framing, and stronger actor direction.

      • Assign advanced crew roles with clear responsibilities.

    3. Post-Production Review

      • Rough cut the footage in-session (or review a pre-prepared edit).

      • Discuss how directing, cinematography, sound, and lighting choices shaped the outcome.

    Takeaways:
    Participants will leave with a deeper appreciation for how professional workflows elevate a simple scene. They’ll understand how technical and creative decisions made during production affect the final edit, preparing them for more ambitious projects.

    https://womeninfilmfl.org/event-6403878

     Meeting Place:  

    Coastie Cottage

    565 Montreal Avenue
    Melbourne, FL 32935


    Thursday 11/20/25

    6:00pm - 8:00pm


    REGISTER: https://womeninfilmfl.org/event-6403878

    Free attendance to WIFT-FL Members,

    $10 for non-members

    • 12/11/2025
    • 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    • Eola View Downtown Orland
    • 186
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     ✨ WIFT's 22nd Annual ✨

    Jingle Mingle Holiday Event

    Join Us for Central Florida's Largest Industry Networking and Fundraising Event of the Year!


    We look forward to celebrating with you:

    December 11, 2025

    7:00 P.M. - 10:00 P.M.

    Eola View Downtown Orlando


    As always, the event will feature food and beverage (three drink tickets per admission!), a silent auction, a 50/50 raffle, and networking with the best industry talent from across the state. Proceeds from the event will benefit WIFT-FL's future scholarship and grant programs.


    We'll also be celebrating the winners of the 2025 Short and Feature Film Finishing Fund Grants, and the 2025 Muse Award Winner


    Ticket Information


    EARLY BIRD: Oct 15-Nov 10

    WIFT-FL Members & Guests  & Film FL Members & Guests: $55

    NON-MEMBERS: $60

    + $10 Certificate toward any Silent Auction item 


    REGULAR: Nov 11 - Dec  6

    WIFT-FL Members & Guests  & Film FL Members & Guests: $65

    NON-MEMBERS: $70


    LAST MINUTE: Dec 7 - Dec 10 

    WIFT-FL Members & Guests  & Film FL Members & Guests: $65

    NON-MEMBERS: $70


    REGISTER: https://womeninfilmfl.org/event-6389029


    If you cannot attend but would still like to donate to the scholarship and finish fund grants, please email us at info@womeninfilmfl.org.


    ALL TICKET SALES ARE FINAL; NO REFUNDS WILL BE ADMINISTERED IF YOU CAN NO LONGER ATTEND. ALL PROCEEDS WILL BE PUT INTO OUR SCHOLARSHIP FUND.

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