In 1994 I had the privilege of serving as President of WIF/Seattle. It was a wonderful opportunity to work with other professional women who not only inspired me with their skills and insights, but who also motivated me to believe that I could lead the organization at a time of burgeoning growth. What a fabulous group of women! Ann Coppel Ann Coppel Productions, LLC         Women In Film & Television International Web site: www.wifti.org Members visiting or working in other states or countries with participating WIF affiliate chapters are eligible to attend that chapter's activities for a three-month period. For further information, contact the individual chapter. Updated affiliate contact information is available on the Women In Film International Web site. Check out a new web site called TRACTION, an online inter-active magazine. The virtual mentor provides how-to information from experts, Q&A mechanism for readers, video-streamed panels from various chapters - also articles, great interviews, and discussion possibilities. Visit: www.wiftraction.com Washington Organizations: Cinema Seattle www.seattlefilm.com 206.464.5830 Cinema Seattle seeks to provide an extensive forum for multicultural exchange and enlightenment, providing ongoing access to the cinematic arts for people of the Pacific Northwest. Film Scouts online http://www.filmscoutsonline.com Media, Inc. Northwest Production Index www.nwfilm.com Web site provides a job-related information online. Media Inc. also publishes an industry index. 911 Media Arts Center www.911media.org 206.682.6552 911's mission is to support the expressive use of innovative media tools by providing the access, training, and environment needed to create/exhibit works of enduring merit and artistic excellence. Northwest Film Forum and Wiggly World Studios www.wigglyworld.org 206.329.2629 The Northwest Film Forum is a Seattle-based nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization supporting year-round programs of artistic film. We operate the 30-year-old Grand Illusion Cinema and the Little Theater, Seattle's only nonprofit, independent movie houses, as well as a collective studio for local filmmakers, WigglyWorld Studios, and our theatres and office center 1515 12th Ave, Seattle WA 98122 (206) 329-2629 Fax: (206)329-1193 Located on Capitol Hill between Pike and Pine. Office hours are 10am-6pm Mon-Fri NW Screenwriters Guild www.nwsg.org Dedicated to helping screenwriters in the Pacific Northwest further their craft and careers. Women in Film-Seattle members receive the member rate on all NW Screenwriters Guild events and workshops. Seattle International Film Festival www.seattlefilm.com 206.464.5830 SIFF brings unique films from every corner of the globe to Northwest filmgoers. The festival includes gala premieres, new films from first-time and well-known directors, sneak previews, and special archival programs. SIFF runs programs all year round. The Warren Report www.thewarrenreport.com/ The Warren Report provides film commentary, screenings, and interviews with writer/directors in Film Rap ( a WIF/S partner). Washington Lawyers for the Arts Visit http://www.wa-artlaw.org or call 206.328.7053 for information about workshops and talks and legal help for artists. Washington Film Commissions and Boards: Washington State Film and Video Office www.filmwashington.com 2001 Sixth Avenue, Suite 2600 Seattle, Washington 98121 206.256.6151 fax 206.256.6154 wafilm@cted.wa.gov The Washington State Film Office, Seattle Film Office and 35 film liaisons statewide stands ready to assist filmmakers with fast and thorough commission infrastructure, strong relationships at the local, state and federal level, professional crews and equipment suppliers, and a highly trained talent pool. City of Seattle - Mayor's Film and Music Office www.seattle.gov/filmandmusic/ 206.684.5030 The Mayor's Film Office works to maintain Seattle's reputation as a professional, efficient and hospitable location in which to film. Seattle's remarkable combination of cultural variety, urban chic, and natural beauty creates almost endless opportunities for moviemakers. “Anyone can sign up for the Film + Music Newsletter on our website at www.seattle.gov/filmandmusic/.” Bellingham/Whatcom County Film Commission www.bellingham.org/contact/film_video.asp 360.671.3990 Whatcom County has been the backdrop for many commercials, magazine shoots and feature films. This efficient, multifaceted arm of the county Convention and Visitors Bureau can help with location scouting, film resource guides, permit information and assistance, production assistance, talent resources, images, lodging and other business referrals. Tacoma Regional Film Commission www.tacomafilmcommission.com 800.272.2662 Tacoma-Pierce County, located just south of Seattle, offers affordable, film-friendly communities where local governments make it easy to film projects on schedule. Their production resources provide a list of valuable contacts and film guidelines. Permitting is easy and expedited. Washington Schools: The Evergreen State College Undergraduate Studies www.evergreen.edu 360.867.6000 TESC's film program offers an interdisciplinary look at film through the lens of genres, history, psychology, philosophy, and gender studies, as well as rigorous film and video techniques. The Film School http://thefilmschool.com/index.html Seattle Film Institute www.seattlefilminstitute.com 206 568-4387 The Seattle Film Institute offers hands-on classes ranging from intensive one-day seminars to forty-week, full-time total immersion programs. Students may complete a certificate program in filmmaking or screenwriting, develop a custom designed evening program of study, or immerse themselves in a full-time day program. University of Washington Film Certificate Program www.outreach.washington.edu/extinfo/certprog/fiv/fiv_gen.asp 1.800.543.2320 The award-winning Certificate Program in Filmmaking is designed to provide a basic understanding of film and video production. Participants acquire an understanding of all types of filmmaking and experience the collaborative nature of the art form through work on group projects. UW Extension Filmmaking http://extension.washington.edu/ext/certificates/fiv/fiv_gen.asp UW Extension Screenwriting http://extension.washington.edu/ext/certificates/wsc/wsc_gen.asp Shoreline Community College Digital Photography and Video program www.shore.ctc.edu 206.546.4101 Students study elements of design and composition as well as develop hands-on skill with camera operation, film development, television studio and field production, and electronic image manipulation. Students also learn desktop publishing, computer graphics, multimedia communication, and offset printing. Oregon: The Northwest Film Center info@nwfilm.org Screenings, Festivals, and Workshops Mailing Address: 1219 SW Park Ave., Portland, OR 97205 Harry & Rose Moyer Northwest Film Center Administrative Offices and School of Film: 934 SW Salmon St., Portland, OR 97205 Phone: 503-221-1156 Fax: 503-294-0874 Oregon Film and Video www.orgeonfilm.org 503.229.5832 The organization's mission is to promote the development of the film, video and multimedia industries in Oregon and to advance revenue, profile, and reputation in Oregon and internationally. Southern Oregon Film and Video Association www.sofva.org 541.858.5895 This is the regional trade group for the film, video and multimedia businesses in Southern Oregon. Their mission is to promote the media industry in Southern Oregon, attract production from out of state, persuade in-state users to increase their activity in our area, and promote communication within the industry. Vancouver: British Columbia Film Commission www.bcfilmcommission.com/ 604.660.2732 connects filmmakers with local producers, professional services and natural resources. Vancouver Film School www.vfs.com 604.685.5808 VFS offers eight full-time programs to over 750 students and 50 part-time courses to more than 2,000 students. VFS is unique in its program focus and its sole concentration on areas related to production of the moving image. Vancouver Film Studios www.vancouverfilmstudios.com 604.653.5000 A cutting-edge complex of studios, offices, mill space, and crew facilities to suit a host of different filming needs. Vancouver International Film Festival www.viff.org 604.685.0260 The premiere event for British Columbia's prestigious film industry for decades. General: The Internet Movie Database Visited by over 50 million movie and TV lovers each month, the Internet Movie Database is the biggest, best, most award-winning movie and TV site on the planet.