Cinematography for Actors

Since our journey began 2 years ago, CFA has had the mission of bringing creatives together and providing education. Whether it’s through our networking events, fiscal sponsorship program, educational workshops, film challenge, or podcasts, we want to promote longevity in this industry for our audience. Thank you to our incredible sponsors for this achievement and we can't wait to keep going. And, none of this would be possible without you—our amazing community. Thanks for helping us grow, connect, and build something truly special. 💛

𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐅𝐀’𝐬 𝐰𝐞𝐛𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐞? 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞’𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐱𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝! Swipe to get a quick tour of where to find resources, events, and opportunities on our site! Pro Tip: Bookmark us at https://lnkd.in/gY-zQMvT so you never miss an update! Let us know which CFA event or program you’re excited to join, or DM us with questions. #cinematographyforactors #filmmakingcommunity

What an incredible night! 🎬✨ Huge thanks to everyone who joined us last week at Cooke Optics for a memorable evening of connection and collaboration with Dynamic Rentals. The room was buzzing with energy as filmmakers, creators, and industry pros shared stories, ideas, and visions over a drink (or two!). A big shoutout to Cooke @cookeoptics and Dynamic Rentals @_dynamicrentals_ for making this event possible and to our amazing CFA community for showing up with such enthusiasm. Here’s to the start of exciting new partnerships and creative journeys! Can’t wait to see what we create together. Stay tuned for more ways to connect and grow with us. 🌟 #cfacommunity #communityevents #networkingevents

𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗙𝗔 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗺 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗝𝘂𝗱𝗴𝗲𝘀! We are excited to welcome this talented group of industry professionals that work closely with CFA, each bringing a wealth of expertise across filmmaking disciplines. We are thrilled to partner with them on this exciting journey! 𝙎𝙘𝙤𝙩𝙩 𝘾𝙤𝙝𝙚𝙣 @scottecohen Scott Cohen is an American actor. He is known for his portrayal of Wolf in the NBC miniseries The 10th Kingdom (2000), his performance as detective Steve Thomas in Perfect Murder, Perfect Town (2000), his recurring role as Lorelai Gilmore’s love interest Max Medina on the WB series Gilmore Girls (2000–2003), and his role as Josh in the indie romantic film Kissing Jessica Stein (2001). 𝙅𝙤𝙝𝙣 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙖𝙪 @jfkparenteau With over 30 years of experience, John has worked across cinematography, visual effects, writing, producing, and directing, earning an Emmy Award for Star Trek: Voyager. He is currently developing content under his Bigfoot Robot banner while managing Hollywood Public Relations at Blackmagic Design. 𝙁𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙘𝙖 𝙀𝙨𝙘𝙖𝙧𝙧𝙖𝙜𝙖 @francescaescarraga Francesca is an award-winning producer, writer, and director dedicated to using storytelling for social impact, with credits on Hollywood projects like Bridgerton and The Witcher. She also produces events for NewFilmmakers Los Angeles and was recognized by the City of Los Angeles for her mentorship efforts. 𝙉𝙞𝙙𝙝𝙞𝙣 𝙋𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙡 @nfmla Nidhin is an award-winning filmmaker and educator whose work has screened at international festivals and on platforms like Netflix and Amazon Prime. He is passionate about nurturing diverse stories, with his latest film, Feed Me, premiering at the Vancouver Queer Film Festival. We can’t wait to see what magic this incredible panel will uncover! #filmchallenge #filmmaking #cinematographyforactors

Did you know that with CFA's Fiscal Sponsorship Program, you can unlock more than just traditional grants? Here are four creative benefits filmmakers often overlook: 1. Tax-Deductible Donations: Your donors, even individuals or small businesses, can enjoy tax benefits by supporting your project through CFA’s 501(c)(3) umbrella. 2. Unlock Exclusive Grants: Many arts grants and sponsorships require non-profit status—fiscal sponsorship gets you in the door without the hassle of starting your own non-profit. 3. Collaborate with Brands: Collaborate with brands for in-kind donations or product placements while showcasing their philanthropic involvement. 4. Focus on Filmmaking, Not Paperwork: CFA handles the back-office tasks, from financial tracking to compliance, so you can focus on storytelling. With these additional benefits, filmmakers can turn ambitious ideas into fully funded projects! Curious about how to get started? Check out CFA’s Fiscal Sponsorship Program today through this link: https://lnkd.in/gQWURVMd

We are excited to announce our current list of prizes for the first CFA film challenge running November 8-11! Thank you to our incredible partners and sponsors for donating the gear for our challenge winners. All of these prizes aim to make storytelling more accessible for filmmakers, one of our nonprofit's core missions! Interested in participating in the challenge? If you haven't yet registered, visit this link https://tr.ee/Loa5ZlyXbE to receive access to our collaboration sheet, short-term equipment loans and tickets to the wrap party on November 12th. Free registration!

No tricks, just treats 🎃✨ Join us for a night of connections and collaborations (but no jump scares, we promise!). Sip, mingle, and network with industry pros at the Cooke x CFA Networking Event. Don’t miss out – RSVP now through link below: 👻🍸 https://lnkd.in/gAsZJrPe #networkingevent #filmcommunity #cinematographyforactors

To continue spotlighting the amazing projects being developed under CFA’s Fiscal Sponsorship Program, where filmmakers receive the support and resources needed to bring their stories to life, here are more impactful projects we’re proud to back: 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗸 𝗣𝗶𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀: A female-owned production company bridging continents and creating globally resonant stories, empowering women in the film industry. 𝗗𝗼𝗼𝗺𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗹: When a recent college graduate inherits his father’s haunted inn, he and his friends must confront the spirits that claimed his father’s life. 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗢𝗹𝗱 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗰: A heartfelt tribute to family legacy, following one man’s dream of becoming a singer and how his creative spirit lives on through the generations that followed. 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗭𝗶𝘃: A gripping documentary about survival and resilience, following a young Israeli family rebuilding their lives after surviving the October 7th terrorist attack in Kibbutz Kfar Aza. These projects explore themes of legacy, resilience, and the human spirit, all while pushing boundaries in storytelling. Want to join this lineup? Apply for fiscal sponsorship through the link in our bio! Want to learn more about these projects? Head to our website to learn more. #fiscalsponsorship #cinematographyforactors #filmfunding

Hear from film festival judges and what they look for with special guests Farah White and Hally Leadbetter. Farah, a seasoned judge, shares the importance of diverse film genres and how festival accolades can boost a filmmaker's career. Hally brings her fresh insights from sports broadcasting, highlighting what it takes to evaluate action sports films. From sound quality to storytelling techniques, discover what makes a film stand out and the magic behind film festivals! Full episode available on the CFA podcast or our Youtube Channel! #mammothfilmfestival #independentfilms

Announcing dates for our first CFA quarterly film challenge! From November 8th to 11th, filmmakers will have 72 hours to shoot, edit and submit a film to our challenge. Register before October 15th to be added to a crew sheet where you can find new collaborators. You do not need to register having your team! We can help you connect with new team members. We encourage both actors and crew to sign up. Those that register will also receive a one week out sheet with guidelines on the technical, practical and creative for that specific challenge. In addition, we will throw a wrap party at the studio for those that submitted films. Regardless of where you are based, a Crew Sheet will be available of all the registered participants to find collaborators in specific roles if you cannot attend the networking event. Announcing our first prizes for the challenge from our sponsor, Blackmagic Design @blackmagicnewsofficial : - Blackmagic Cinema Camera 6K - Micro Color Panel - 3 x DaVinci Resolve Studio Seats We can’t wait to see what you make! This is just the beginning. Register on this link: https://tr.ee/Loa5ZlyXbE