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The Producers Guild has over 20 member groups. These Member Committees and Working Groups are at the heart of the organization. Designed to foster networking and build community, they provide opportunities for professional development and support ongoing education. A number of the groups also promote engagement via their Slack channels. Members may join as many groups that are of interest or for which they are eligible. Many of the Guild’s panel discussions and networking events are produced by one of PGA’s member groups. Access to these events is typically open to all within the organization and information can be found in the weekly newsletter. There is no requirement to join a group for events open to the full membership.
You can join a Member Group here:
https://members.producersguild.org/mycommittees
Animation
Fosters connections among members of the animation community through in-person networking and virtual meetings with a focus on education for the broader Producers Guild membership about the rapidly growing and evolving animation industry.
Committee Chairs: Carolyn Bates, Mike Blum
Recent Events: PGA’s Summer Animation Mixer at Pure Imagination Studios, Generative AI Tools, Workflows, & Case Studies in Animation
On PGA Slack: #animation
Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI)
Increases access, visibility, and participation for AAPI members and allies by promoting proper representation and equitable access to opportunities across the industry.
Working Group Leads: Chris Chan Lee, Luci Kwak, Sureena Mann
Recent Events: AAPI Tea Time Chat with Samantha Quan (Producer, Anora), AAPI Tea Time Chat with Dave A. Liu (Executive Producer, Dìdi (弟弟))
On PGA Slack: #aapi
Atlanta
Members based in the greater Atlanta metro area are automatically opted in to receive invitations and notifications.
Committee Chairs: Autumn Bailey-Ford, Jamie Maglietta
Recent Events: ATL Happy Hour, Green Filmmaking: What it Means to be Sustainable
On PGA Slack: #atlanta
Bay Area
Members based in the Bay Area are automatically opted in to receive invitations and notifications.
Committee Chairs: Mary Alice Drumm, Brook Holston
Recent Events: Bay Area Happy Hour, Bay Area Holiday Happy Hour & Networking Mixer
On PGA Slack: #bay-area
Capital
Members based in the Capital area are automatically opted in to receive invitations and notifications.
Committee Chairs: Mark Maxey, Lisa Black
Recent Events: Capital Holiday Happy Hour & Networking Mixer, DC Happy Hour (& The Bacon Brothers Concert)
On PGA Slack: #capital
Career Longevity
Explores actionable strategies to future-proof your career while unlocking new opportunities in an unpredictable film & television industry. This is not a typical career roadmap—it’s a chance to explore fresh perspectives, address age bias, embrace challenges, and chart a path to long-term success.
Working Group Leads: Lynn Kestin Sessler, John Pagano
Recent Events: AI Isn’t Replacing You. It’s Rewiring the Game, Recognizing Your Pivot Point & Adapting
On PGA Slack: #career-longevity
Conversations in Innovation
Seeks to engage all members through educational and networking events, demos, case studies and by building community, particularly amongst those members presently working in or interested in learning more about immersive media, virtual production, transmedia or other technology driven production innovations.
Working Group Leads: Ben Lock, Julie Peng
Recent Events: Conversations in Innovation Working Group Meeting
On PGA Slack: #conversations-in-innovation
Documentary & Non-Fiction
Supports, educates and uplifts the full spectrum of documentary and non-fiction producers across all formats and platforms through conversations on key issues by exploring new models and facilitating connections to production companies, agents and festivals.
Committee Chairs: Sara Bernstein, Megan Chao, Jackie Glover, Trevor Smith
Recent Events: Doc & Non-Fiction Networking Mixers Hosted at This Machine Filmworks (in LA) and Imagine Documentaries (in NY), Navigating the Documentary Film Festival Landscape
On PGA Slack: #documentary-nonfiction
Employment
Uses panels, workshops and networking events, to guide members in developing essential skills, expand professional networks, and access career-building opportunities across the entertainment industry.
Committee Chairs: Xackery Irving, Augie Max Vargas, Lee Sacks, Leah Winkler
Recent Events: State of the Industry: Insights Into Production and Hiring, Feature Film Budgeting 3-Part Masterclass
On PGA Slack: #employment
Eastern Region
Members based in the New York metropolitan are automatically opted in to receive invitations and notifications.
Steering Group Chair: Tonya Lewis Lee
Steering Group Vice Chair: Candi Carter
For a complete list of Members at Large: https://producersguild.org/eastern-region/
Recent Events: PGA’s Open Mic Night – An in-person networking event in NYC, Annual Holiday Party
On PGA Slack: #ny-nj-ct-pa
Independent Producer
Fosters a strong community of independent producers through a mix of moderated discussions, case studies and networking events.
Committee Chairs: Christina Oh, Tommy Oliver
Recent Events: Indie Case Study Series: A Deep Dive into The Last Stop in Yuma County
On PGA Slack: #independent-film
International
Through virtual meetings, connects global peers and fosters cross-border collaborations. Offers resources and insights to navigate the international entertainment industry.
Committee Chairs: Gary Lucchesi, Sacha Ben Harroche
Recent Events: International Committee Meeting with special guest, Jay Roewe (SVP, Production Planning & Incentives for HBO, HBO MAX, Warner Media)
On PGA Slack: #international
La Mesa
La Mesa is Spanish for “the table.” The group brings together Latino and Hispanic producers with PGA members of all backgrounds to expand access, build career-shaping connections, and support culturally grounded stories that resonate with global audiences.
Working Group Leads: Joel M. Gonzales, Nicole Quintero Ochoa, Rick Telles, Canella Williams-Larrabee
On PGA Slack: #la-mesa
LGBTQ+
Provides a safe space for conversation and exchange of ideas for LGBTQ+ producers and their allies while striving to create opportunities for positive representation of the LGBTQ+ community, both in front of and behind the camera.
Working Group Leads: Eric Alonso, Andrew Hymas
Recent Events: LGBTQ+ Working Group Happy Hour (NY), LGBTQ+ Working Group Virtual Community Support & Resource Meeting
On PGA Slack: #lgbtq-plus
Line Producer / UPM (Qualification-Based)
A peer network for producers currently working as Line Producers and Unit Production Managers across all formats and genres. Members are able to seek off-the-record and real-time advice from a trusted community, share resources and job opportunities through a private channel.
Criteria to join: Two (2) Line Producer, UPM, or Production Manager credits within the last five (5) years. (Contact members@producersguild.org if you meet the eligibility criteria and would like to join.)
Working Group Leads: Sharon Lopez, Anthony Short
Recent Events: LP/UPM & Supervisor/Coordinator Joint Working Group Meeting, LP/UPM Working Group Meeting
Physical Production
Focuses on all aspects of production – from greenlight up to post – while seeking to engage members in conversations around physical production issues related to all things “on-the-ground.”
Committee Chairs: Devyn Isaacson, Per Melita, Nashin Rahman, Jacquelyn Ryan-Krichevsky
Recent Events: Physical Production Committee Meeting: Working with Stunts, Physical Production Committee Meeting: Working with the Bond Company
On PGA Slack: #physical-production
Post Production
Focuses on the latest tools, technologies and trends of post production, while also bridging the gap between post producers and those working outside of post.
Committee Chairs: Holden Chang, Parker Chehak, Amanda Kay Price, Gautam Singhani
Recent Events: Post Production Committee Meeting: Navigating Post Tax Credits, Post Production Committee Meeting: Breaking Down a Script for VFX
On PGA Slack: #postproduction
Producers of Color
Seeks to cultivate a vibrant community for all Producers of Color and their allies by fostering collaboration and expanding access to networks, studios, streamers, cable platforms, agents, lawyers, and managers.
Working Group Leads: Inuka Bacote-Capiga, Dr. Holly Carter
Recent Events: Producers of Color Working Group Mixer (Brooklyn), Producers of Color Working Group Mixer Hosted at BET
On PGA Slack: #producers-of-color
Production Supervisor / Production Coordinator (Qualification-Based)
A peer network for producers currently working as Production Supervisors and Production Coordinators across all formats and genres. Members are able to seek off-the-record and real-time advice from a trusted community, share resources and job opportunities through a private channel.
Criteria to join: Two (2) Production Supervisor or Production Coordinator credits in the last five (5) years. (Contact members@producersguild.org if you meet the eligibility criteria and would like to join.)
Working Group Leads: Olivia Del Campo, Rocco DiMase
Recent Events: LP/UPM & Supervisor/Coordinator Joint Working Group Meeting
Video Game (Qualification-Based)
A peer network for producers whose body of work is significantly rooted in video games on console, pc and mobile. Members are able to seek off-the-record and real-time advice from a trusted community, share resources and job opportunities through a private channel.
Criteria to join: Majority of career in video games – or recent credit on video game for console, pc or mobile within the last five (5) years. (Contact members@producersguild.org if you meet the eligibility criteria and would like to join.)
Working Group Leads: Emily Hsu, Christopher Menezes, Tina Sanchez O’Hara
Recent Events: Video Games Working Group Meeting: Layoffs & How to Support Each Other
Women’s Impact Network (WIN)
Supports, celebrates and uplifts all women producers. The network benefits members and allies through informal knowledge sharing, open forums for discussion, and addressing workplace issues unique to women producers.
Working Group Leads: Jenny Halper, Haweni Keskessa
Recent Events: Candid Conversations: The Women’s Impact Network Speaker Series, Sustaining Careers, Elevating Stories: Women Shaping the Future of Film & Television
On PGA Slack: #womens-impact-network
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SUMMER 2025
From Brett Bentman: B22 Films is offering a film grant for any independent producer or film maker who wishes to make their movie and attach a distribution deal to it! If you have a short film, film idea, screen ready script or want more information – contact us! b22films@gmail.com
From David Dittlinger: Finally, our Sci-Fi feature Primal Games is set to release May 6th. We’ll be having our Premiere April 29th at the North Hollywood Laemmle theater. If anyone would like to attend just fill out the reservation form. Thanks
From Darren Goldberg: We’re working with The Boulder Crest Foundation to launch a content contest for filmmakers and content creators called The Hero’s Journey: Posttraumatic Growth Story Challenge. The challenge is designed to inspire stories about Posttraumatic Growth (PTG) — the transformative power of finding strength through adversity. This challenge is open to filmmakers, content creators, and storytellers of all experience levels — with a $10,000 prize, mentorship opportunities, and the chance to be part of a growing movement that uses storytelling as a tool for healing and impact. People can register as early as today to keep informed and submissions open on April 4th.
2025
From Annetta Marion: I have been waiting for such a long time to share this project that I love so much! I worked as the EP/ showrunner and directed all six episodes of the pilot season of “First To The Finish,” which is a nonfiction series that will be dropping on Amazon Prime Video next week (3/25/2025). It was the very best way to spend 2024!
From Liz Flamenbaum: I’m reaching out to share an in-person event about impactful filmmaking from the National Geographic Pristine Seas team at the DC Environmental Film Festival next week. Join the filmmaking team from National Geographic Pristine Seas, who are helping to protect the ocean’s vital places. They’ll discuss their approach to storytelling for impact, using real world examples and stunning footage, from conception to protection.
From Zeva Oelbaum: I’m thrilled that my documentary film, “Obsessed with Light,” has been held over as additional week at the QUAD Cinema in New York City until Dec. 19th. We open at the Nuart Cinema in LA on Dec. 20th. Our film is about Loïe Fuller, American dance pioneer and trail-blazing inventor. We have Q&As planned with our composer, Paul Cantelon, and others.
From Elaine Hastings Edell: The theatrical release by Buffalo 8 for our film Disfluency, produced by Elaine Hastings Edell, Anna Baumgarten and Danny Mooney will be January ’25, followed by its streaming platform debut.
From Marc Porterfield: Our latest film THE LINE starring Alex Wolff, Halle Bailey, Austin Abrams, Angus Cloud, Bo Mitchell, Lewis Pullman, Scoot McMairy and John Malkovich opens wide this Friday. Great reviews in the NY TIMES.
PGA Members Arthur O. Thomas and Nigel P. Miguel of Belize Global Media will host the SeriesFest Writers Room in Belize from November 4th to 8th. This immersive event offers writers a unique opportunity to develop their projects in a collaborative environment while engaging with industry professionals. This will be a transformative experience that celebrates storytelling and creativity in the heart of Belize! This is the first of a 3-year event.
Uga Carlini, Towerkop Creations, nominated for BEST FEATURE DOCUMENTARY, for ‘Beyond the Light Barrier’ (Amazon Prime), narrated by John Kani (Black Panther, Murder Mysteries), in the annual SAFTAS (South African Film and Television Awards) to be hosted, 26th of October, Johannesburg, South Africa.
From Kate McCallum: So pleased to announce that the two award-winning fulldome films I produced which are distributed through our company WORLDS have hit the 1M tickets sold mark since our first opening in the fall of 2018!
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SUMMER 2025
Seeking: Hiring executive producers for film deal structuring & fund setup; $2K–$5K/mo retainer per client + backend points.
Info: https://www.autumncollins.com/
Submitted by: Autumn Collins (non-member)
Contact: autumn@autumncollins.com
Date: 9/2/2025
Seeking: Executive producer for a western, biopic, feature film.
Submitted by: A.H. Furlong (non-member)
Contact: anne@a220productions.com
Date: 8/15/2025
Seeking: Producer with experience in packaging/distro for gritty crime thriller feature with attachments.
Info: https://www.shiftedindustry.com/
Submitted by: John Beckham (member)
Contact: jb@shiftedindustry.com
Date: 7/13/2025
Seeking: Executive Producer for VFX-heavy superhero pilot; deferred pay + backend; franchise launch.
Info: https://askaristudios.framer.website/
Submitted by: Faisal Askari (non-member)
Contact: contacts@askaristudios.com
Date: 7/7/2025
Seeking: Financier and Executive Producer for feature-length music documentary about legendary jazz bassist Marshall Hawkins.
Submitted by: Michelle Katz (member)
Contact: michellekatz2010@gmail.com
Date: 7/2/2025
Seeking: Financiers for an independent feature film directed by Sundance Alum. Character driven ghost story.
Submitted by: Jason A. (member)
Contact: jason.alvidrez@gmail.com
Date: 6/12/2025
Seeking: Financiers for avant-garde documentary filmmaking projects.
Submitted by: Eve J (non-member)
Contact: eve.ji7@gmail.com
Date: 6/9/2025
Seeking: Financier and producer for an 8 part short film limited series.
Submitted by: Javier Morgan (non-member)
Contact: iamjaviermorgan@gmail.com
Date: 5/30/2025
Seeking: A producer for documentary filmmaking differently.
Submitted by: Eve Jablonkay (non-member)
Contact: eve.ji7@gmail.com
Date: 5/23/2025
Seeking: Producer/Financier. ISO of a producer with experience and willingness to raise money through nontraditional sources.
Info: locating-liberty.com
Submitted by: Crystal Kelley (non-member)
Contact: info@locating-liberty.com
Date: 5/09/2025
2025
Seeking: Screenplay and Book analyst – studio quality and experience required.
Submitted by: Gary Pearl (member)
Contact: garyevanpearl@gmail.com
Date: 4/03/2025
Seeking: A producer and collaborator to help produce and finance a first feature film. DGA director first film; Drama/Thriller 80’s LA – Lawsuit with self help cult drives attorney insane.
Submitted by: Aaron Greene (non-member)
Contact: aaron.greene4@verizon.net
Date: 4/02/2025
Seeking: Producers, financier for an 8-part short film
Submitted by: Javier Morgan (non-member)
Contact: iamjaviermorgan@gmail.com
Date: 4/01/2025
Seeking: Film producer to raise funds for historical melodrama – script & rough budget are complete
Info: Pitch deck and other materials shared upon request
Submitted by: Ronnie Knight (non-member)
Contact: knightstar2014@gmail.com
Date: 3/24/2025
Seeking: Line Producer for independent feature thriller/horror
Info: carnivorepictures.com
Submitted by: Jeff Kongs (non-member)
Contact: carnivorepictures@gmail.com
Date: 3/19/2025
Seeking: Executive Producer for $400,000 + possible portion of profits – on a western biopic, feature film.
Info: a220productions.com
Submitted by: A.H. Furlong (non-member)
Contact: anne@a220productions.com
Date: 2/27/2025
Seeking: Financier, Producer, Distribution, Lead Actress. I am interested in shooting my film feature film (thriller/crime) movie this summer.
Submitted by: Mignon Pinson (member)
Contact: shootingfs@outlook.com
Date: 2/19/2025
2024
Seeking: Co-producer (US/UK/Ireland), financier for historical fiction/period drama set in rural Ireland with notable cast attachments. Feature length.
Submitted by: Jamieson Shea (member)
Contact: jshea@owltreeproductions.com
Date: 12/30/2024
Seeking: Producer, EP, and/or Financier for Coming-of-Age Folk/Psych Thriller. Budget, file tax incentives, get bond, pre-Sales, %rate of Budge.
Info: vandjfilms.com
Submitted by: Julianna Piechoczek (non-member)
Contact: vandjfilms@gmail.com
Date: 12/16/2024
Seeking: Creative Co-Producer for first feature. Writer/Director seeks creative co-producer for 1st feature with cross-cultural & immigration themes.
Info: dsmfilm.com/dev#features
Submitted by: David Scott (member)
Contact: davidscott64@gmail.com
Date: 11/20/2024
Seeking: Producer for International Independent Co-Production. USA/France/Mexico/Tunisia co-production seeking producer for gap funding.
Submitted by: Ihsen Kammoun (non-member)
Contact: ihsenkammoun@gmail.com
Date: 11/20/2024
Seeking: Executive Producer/Financier for Shine, a Japanese woman lead spy drama/martial arts feature length film.
Info: youtu.be/URYS8k97n_o?si=QHvdR_KPdlhcnsQZ
Submitted by: Jeremy Scott Ledoux (non-member)
Contact: ceo@remyscottholdings.com
Date: 10/25/2024
Seeking: EP / Producer / Financier for a 5 minute 16mm film, partnership KodakFilm & AtlantaFF (Academy qualifying). Package: DP, name, story.
Submitted by: Julianna Piechoczek (non-member)
Contact: vandjfilms@gmail.com
Date: 10/14/2024
Seeking: Producer for Feature Film. I am the producer/director and looking for one additional producer to join.
Info: glitchycard.com
Submitted by: Stefan Avalos (member)
Contact: stefan@atmboymovie.com
Date: 10/08/2024
Seeking: Music Producer/Supervisor for advice on budgeting for a Music Unit for a feature that will include a lot of live music.
Submitted by: Wendy Cox (member)
Contact: wendycox19103@gmail.com
Date: 9/30/2024