Women in Film & Video produces more than 60 events per year, ranging from our community outreach programs to professional development to pure networking. We even find time to have fun.

Each year, WIFV develops a wide range of programs designed to enhance our members’ professional development and continuing education. The programs, ranging from the technical to the theoretical, enable members to network, share knowledge and exchange ideas. WIFV extends our special thanks to all of the companies who sponsor these events, and to the many volunteers who make them possible.

Screenwriters' Conference
October 15-17, 2010 will be a busy weekend for Mid-Atlantic filmmakers!  Confirmed presenters include:  Lisa Cortes (Precious), Megan Holley (Sunshine Cleaning), Claudia Myers (Kettle of Fish), Dawn Porter (Serious Moonlight), Stephen Harris (A&E), Maureen Ryan (Man on Wire), Kelley Baker (Angry FIlmmaker), Ed Burns (The Wire), Aviva Kempner (Yoo-Hoo, Mrs. Goldberg), Walter Gottlieb, Jenny Halper, Erin Keating, Kurt Klaus, Heather Waters, Marc Lapadula, Judy Levinson, Libby Richman.  Presentations for writers, directors, producers, talent.  Practice your pitch.  Make your pitch.  Have your script critiqued.  Learn!  Network!  This event is possible with the generous support of the DC Office of Motion Picture and Television Development and the Renaissance Hotel.

Annual Open House
Every Fall, WIFV welcomes its members back from the summer with an Open House. Members have a chance to catch up with one another, sign up for WIFV committees and get ready to jump into the busy season ahead. The evening is concluded with the annual meeting where plans are revealed for the upcoming programming year, which runs between September and June.  Join us on October 1, 2010 at CDIA-BU.  More info at here.  

Martini Madness
A couple times each year, WIFV members gather at local establishments to partake in martinis, conversation and some serious networking. Be on the lookout for more of these member favorites during the coming year.

WIFV Holiday Party
WIFV members come together to raise a glass to celebrate the year gone by and toast the one to come. The party draws a large and festive crowd. 

WIFTI Short Films Showcase
Held during March, in honor of International Womens' Day and Women's History Month, Women in Film & Television International (WIFTI) chapters hold screenings of award-winning short films produced and directed by women. 

Annual Media Job Fair
Each year, WIFV proudly presents the Media Job Fair. Jobseekers come out to meet with recruiters from media companies throughout the District of Columbia.  Questions?  Call the WIFV Office at 202-429-9438.  Thanks to these companies who met prospective employees at the Media Job Fair on February 27, 2010. 
522 Productions, LLC
ABC7/NewsChannel 8
AU, School of Communications
Art Institute of Washington
Double R Productions
Education & Entertainment Foundation
Entertainment Power Players
Future Media Concepts
Interface Media Group
PBS (Public Broadcasting Service)
RHED Pixel
TeamPeople & Team Group
WHUT-TV
WILL Interactive
Wonder Wheel Entertainment & Kimberly  Skyrme Casting
Word Wizards, Inc.
Co-sponsored by DC Office of Motion Picture & Television Development.

Women of Vision Awards
These awards celebrate women's creative and technical achievements in media.  The 2009 Women of Vision Awards were presented to Constance Chatfield-Taylor (Flying Colors Broadcasts, Inc.), Sharon Sloane (WILL Interactive) and Sheila Smith (S & S Productions). 

Wednesday One
Our Wednesday One program series serves as the foundation of the WIFV programming calendar. Held each year at various locations, these events are open to guests and potential members.  Upcoming events are always posted in the calendar section of www.wifv.org.

Executive Series
WIFV hosts five events a year for our Executive Members, who have been in business for 10 years or more. These events offer intimate forums with prominent speakers.

HELP get Films by Women into the National Film Registry
The Library of Congress maintains the National Film Registry to document, celebrate and preserve important examples of America's moving image history.  Films made by women are underrepresented in the Registry.  WIFV has begun a multi-year project to nominate deserving films to the collection.  Call the WIFV Office at 202-429-9438 to see how you can increase representation of women in the National Film Registry. 

Celebración Latina Night
Women of Film & Video of Washington, DC was honored to present the 2nd Annual WIFTI Humanitarian Award for Global Vision to Cristina Saralegui at Latina Night. The evening was dedicated to promoting the Latin American film and television community, Latin American awareness, and cross-cultural relations with a lively cocktail party featuring popular cultural cuisine, traditional dance, celebrated filmmakers, diplomats, and celebrity guests. This event was held with Women in Film & Television International as part of their roving international party. The previous year’s event was held in New York and focused on Bollywood. Next year, the event crosses the pond to be held in London.