One-on-One Mentoring: Spring 2025 |
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Last call to enroll for the One-on-One Mentoring Program’s SPRING 2025 cycle! The One-on-One Mentoring Program offers the opportunity to have a 1-hour general meeting with an assigned mentor, with a focus on providing strategic career advice and establishing a meaningful connection with a fellow PGA member. Enrollment for the SPRING 2025 cycle closes Sunday, March 16.
Please note that members matched with a mentor during the FALL 2024 cycle are not eligible to receive a mentor this cycle. A completed PGA Member Questionnaire is a prerequisite for enrollment in this program. All members with a completed membership questionnaire on file automatically received an application to enroll on March 5. If you are still interested in applying for this cycle and did not receive an application, please contact members@producersguild.org.
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The 2025 Produced By Conference will be held Saturday, May 31 on the Universal Studios Lot, and member exclusive registration is now open! For more information: producedbyconference.com
$99 Exclusive early bird ticket price for PGA members only (now through Sunday, March 23.) Tickets will be released to the general public on Monday, March 24.
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Engage in the PGA Member-Only Community |
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Share timely news announcements with fellow members, connect with other members on Slack when you’re looking for a quick resource or answer to a question and if you’re looking for a PGA member to collaborate with you on a project, we recommend that you bookmark https://producersguild.org/community/. |
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March Mingle
The Bold Monk: 1737 Ellsworth Industrial Blvd NW suite d-1, Atlanta, GA 30318 Sunday, March 16 - 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. EDT
In Atlanta? Join us for a networking mixer and conversation with two time Emmy winner Mary Lou Belli (The Ms. Pat Show, Girlfriends). Mary Lou will be on hand to share insights on the working relationships between directors, department heads, and producers. PGA members are permitted one guest.
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Production Supervisor/Production Coordinator Happy Hour
The Churchill Tavern: 45 E 28th St, New York, NY 10016 Tuesday, March 18 - 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. EDT
Join us for the very first in-person East Coast Production Supervisor & Production Coordinator Working Group meet-up with co-leads Rocco DiMase and Olivia Del Campo! This is a qualifications-based group of Production Supervisors and Production Coordinators for members working across all formats and genres. (Contact members@producersguild.org for eligibility criteria to join.) This in-person happy hour is open to all PGA members that wish to build their networks. Appetizers will be provided and drinks will be available for purchase.
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PGA’s Open Mic Night – An in-person monthly networking event in NYC
Hosted by Dolly Card Jungle Bird: 174 8th Ave. (between W 18th & 19th St.) New York, NY Monday, March 24 – 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. EDT
Join members of the Eastern Region Steering Group for this monthly event where during the first 15-minutes a handful of members will have an opportunity to take the mic, introduce themselves to the room and share ways in which they could use some helpful advice from their peers in attendance. Whether it’s another set of eyes on a project pitch deck, looking at a rough cut or referrals for a position you’re staffing, it’s a quick three-minute ice breaker at the top from five members. Thanks to our host Dolly Card, we’ll also have a nice spread of drinks and nibbles.
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State of the Industry: Navigating Disruption & Growth in Non-Fiction - NEW!
Retro Report: 633 3rd Ave. 16th floor, New York, NY Wednesday, April 2 – 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. EDT
As the non-fiction industry experiences rapid and fundamental changes, production companies are navigating a landscape where traditional models are being disrupted by shifting platform strategies, budget constraints, evolving audience expectations, and a historically challenging job market for producers. This panel brings together leading production executives to provide insightful, candid, and actionable discussions on how to adapt, grow, and sustain success in this volatile environment. The question is: how do production companies adapt, and what does this mean for producers looking to build sustainable careers? Networking reception to follow panel discussion. Speakers include: Brandy Crawford-Uriu (Head of Unscripted and Formats, Dial Tone Films), Matthew Ostrom (Co-founder and Executive Producer, Magilla Entertainment) and Lydia Tenaglia (Co-founder and Executive Producer, a494). Moderated by Employment Committee Chair, Xackery Irving.
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Morning Mingle
LA PGA Office: 11150 W Olympic, #980, Los Angeles, CA 90064 Thursday, March 20 – 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. PDT
Join fellow PGA members at our monthly networking power hour. This month's conversation will feature Kris Brown (President), Susan Lavington (COO), Kristy Callahan (Senior Advisor), Matt Littman (Senior Advisor), and Renee Davidson (Vice President, Communications) of Brady: United Against Gun Violence, who will talk about their Show Gun Safety initiative. This effort focuses on how we choose to depict guns in film and television—and the messages those choices send. There will be a brief presentation followed by an open forum for discussion and questions. Coffee and light breakfast will be provided.
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LGBTQ+ Working Group Mixer - NEW! Location TBD
Friday, March 28 – 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. PDT Join the PGA LGBTQ+ group for their first event of 2025! We will meet at Hi-Tops to reconnect, offer support in the wake of the fires, and catch up with each other to discuss events for the coming year. Register Now. |
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Feature Film Budgeting Masterclass
Join the Employment Committee and Physical Production Committee for a three-part virtual Masterclass on budgeting an independent feature film with instructor, Sirad Balducci, Producer/Line Producer. This course is geared toward a New York independent feature film production in the 5M-7M range and is perfect for producers, directors, UPMs, production supervisors and anyone looking to get behind the scenes of film budgeting. We will demystify the budgeting process, offer insights into script breakdown and shoot schedules, and delve into fundamental budgeting basics. Moderated by Employment Committee Co-Chair, Leah Winkler.
Session 1: Breaking Down The Script Monday, March 17 – 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. PDT | 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. EDT
How to tag and breakdown a script for budgeting, what to look for, and questions to ask the writer and director. Visualizing the shooting schedule and how to create a stripboard. Session 2: Budget Set Up, ATL, and BTL Monday, March 24 – 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. PDT | 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. EDT We will focus on coding and setting up the budget, inputting union rates, payroll fringes, and above the line fees. Session 3: BTL, Post Production & General Expenses Monday, March 31 – 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. PDT | 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. EDT We will cover production and below the line, post production, general expenses, legal, tax credits and contingencies. Registration includes: - Access to all three session recordings
- FREE 1-month trial of Movie Magic Budgeting*
- FREE 1-month trial of Final Draft
- Movie Magic Budgeting Template + a Sample Script in Final Draft
Cost: Only $50 for all three sessions.
Register Now! *To receive the free 1-month trial of Movie Magic Budgeting, you must register by Friday, March 14 at 12:00 p.m. PDT | 3:00 p.m. EDT. |
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Sustaining Careers, Elevating Stories: Women Shaping the Future of Film & Television Wednesday, March 19 – 9:00 a.m. PDT | 12:00 p.m. EDT
In celebration of Women’s History Month, please join One Guild's Women's Impact Network for a panel that brings together powerhouse women in film and television for an essential conversation on creating sustainable careers, telling authentic female-driven stories amid a world shifting away from DEI initiatives, and navigating the evolving landscape of our industry. As the way projects get made, funded, and distributed continues to shift, so do the challenges of ensuring that creatives—especially women—can build lasting careers. Featured speakers include: Robbie Brenner (President, Mattel Films), Laura Eason (Showrunner & Producer, Three Women), Debra Martin Chase (Producer & CEO, Martin Chase Productions), and Simone Pero (Social Impact Producer, Lilly, The Tale). Moderated by Jacqueline Coley (Awards Editor, Rotten Tomatoes.)
Register Now. New Mexico Monthly Virtual Meet Up Thursday, March 20 - 5:00 p.m. MDT | 4:00 p.m. PDT | 7:00 p.m. EDT
Are you currently living or working in New Mexico? Join our monthly zoom meet & greet open to members in New Mexico, shooting in New Mexico and those who want to learn about the growing industry in the Land of Enchantment.
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What's Working in Comedy? - NEW! Wednesday, March 26 — 4:00 p.m. PST | 7:00 p.m. EST
Comedy is everywhere! Stand-up, TikTok, Instagram, podcasts, live shows, “political rallys” ugh, everywhere! And how is it working? Why is it working? How do producers get into it? There is much to be frustrated by in this industry but comedy is a genre that should at least be fun to work in. So, let’s talk about how to be successful in that genre. Join panelists Rikki Hughes (Executive Producer, Chappelle’s Specials), Ricardo Martinez (CEO, Funny or Die) and Morgan Sackett (Executive Producer, Hacks), along with moderator Spencer Griffin (Head of Development & Creative Strategy, Just For Laughs) for a lively discussion.
Register Now. Aligning Feedback: Moving Past Subjective Quality in Animation - NEW!
Thursday, March 27 – 12:00 p.m. PDT | 3:00 p.m. EDT
In this session, led by Producer Louis-Philippe Vermette, we’ll dive into how the language we use can shape creative conversations and influence production outcomes. Through practical strategies and real-world examples, this discussion will explore how animation producers can shift their focus from subjective interpretations to clear, constructive communication. We’ll cover how to define and align creative objectives from the outset, ways to give actionable feedback, and tips for ensuring that the work stays true to the story and vision, whether you’re collaborating with clients or managing your production team. Moderated by Martin Metz.
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AAPI Tea Time with Dave Liu - NEW! Thursday, March 27 - 3:00 p.m. PDT | 6:00 p.m. EDT
Join the AAPI Working Group’s March Tea Time with advisor, author, entrepreneur, investor, filmmaker, and philanthropist Dave A. Liu (Executive Producer, DÌDI (弟弟). Liu is a 30-year veteran of Wall Street, Silicon Valley, and Hollywood with a wealth of experience.
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California Wildfire Resources |
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PGA’s Set Etiquette Training provides eligible independent productions with access to free harassment prevention training, and two-hours of free legal consultation related to the training. The trainings are designed with the purpose of establishing a culture on set such that harassment and other abusive conduct are prevented from occurring. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. For more info and an application: https://producersguild.org/set-etiquette-training/
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Defining and protecting the integrity of the producer credit is central to the Guild’s mission. We hope this new resource helps to inform and educate producers and companies regarding the varied and involved work performed by producers across the industry.
https://producersguild.org/code-of-credits/
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Have a job to post? Hire PGA is a concierge service for employers. Hire PGA Job Bulletins are sent within 24 hours of receipt to members meeting your specific qualifications. |
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The Green Production Guide is the premier industry online toolkit designed to reduce the film, television, and streaming industry’s carbon footprint and environmental impact. |
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The Hollywood Commission is committed to creating an entertainment industry that is free of systemic bias and abuse. The Hollywood Commission also offers a non-crisis helpline to help entertainment workers address workplace harassment, discrimination, bullying, and other forms of abuse
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The Hollywood Commission recently launched The MyConnext Reporting Tool & Resources - an all-in-one-online tool, resource center, and reporting system for entertainment industry workers. Explore resources, learn your rights, and access reporting procedures to confront harassment, bullying, and other workplace abuse. If you experience or witness misconduct, have questions, or want to learn how you can help create a safer workplace, MyConnext is here to help.
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| Career Center Workshops, Groups & Seminars
PGA members are welcome to attend career enhancing workshops and participate in other resources provided by the Career Center of the Entertainment Community Fund. A complete list of upcoming workshops can be found here.
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MPTF supports our entertainment community in living and aging well, with dignity and purpose, and in helping each other in times of need. For additional information on MPTF's services.
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Our mailing address is: Producers Guild of America
11150 W. Olympic Blvd., Ste. 980, Los Angeles, CA 90064 For general questions, e-mail: pgaadmin@producersguild.org |
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