It's Networking Wednesday!

Join us for a mid-month get together.

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 | 6:00–7:00pm ET | Virtual (Zoom) | Free

Looking to make new connections or reconnect with the creative community? Join us for Networking Wednesday, August 12th at 6:00PM hosted by WIFVNE member and professional voiceover artist Erica Brookhyser.

Whether you’re just starting out or deep into your next project, this is a chance to meet fellow creatives working in film, video, acting, and commercial media across New England. Come share what you’re working on—or working toward—in a welcoming, no-pressure space. Make an ask. Offer support. Be part of the conversation.

Admission is free, with an optional $5 “Pay it Forward” donation to help support WIFVNE programming.

About your host: Erica Brookhyser is a versatile voiceover artist with over 15 years of experience in performance. Trained as an opera singer, she brings a rich and expressive voice to her commercial and corporate VO work. Erica has lent her voice to clients including The Washington Post, Nokia, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and Johns Hopkins University. Learn more at www.EricaBrookhyser.com.

Pitch Practice with Sara Elizabeth Timmins
Back by popular demand, Sara Elizabeth Timmons of Life Out Loud Productions returns for another interactive WIFVNE session but this time you're in the hot seat!

Four WIFVNE member filmmakers will be selected to deliver a live verbal pitch of up to three minutes and receive direct, constructive feedback from Sara Elizabeth on clarity, story, presentation, and impact. The session will conclude with an audience Q&A.

Whether you pitch or observe, you’ll gain valuable insight into what makes a project pitch clear, compelling, and memorable.

Advance submission is required for those who would like to pitch.

Wednesday, August 19th @ 7pm on Zoom

If you are a WIFVNE member in good standing and would like the chance to pitch, please first fill out this google form by August 14th. If selected, you will be given a registration code to purchase a pitch ticket. 

Pricing:
Pitch Ticket (Member Only): $40
Observe + Q&A WIFVNE Members: $15
Observe + Q&A WIFTUS: $20
Observe + Q&A Public: $25 

WIFVNE and Brew

Thursday, August 20, 2026 | 3:30–6:00 PM | Shannon View Inn, 1901 Post Rd, Warwick, RI | Free (cash bar)

Monthly Rhode Island networking event (every 3rd Thursday) in partnership with RI Film Collaborative and RIC Film Society.

Join WIFVNE for a casual and creative evening of conversation and connection at Shannon View Inn. Whether you're new to the scene or a seasoned pro, come unwind and connect in a welcoming, film-friendly atmosphere.

Open to all!

RSVP at wifvne.org

WIFVNE members! This event is run by WIFT - US. Please use the link below to register. WIFVNE is not hosting registration.

Promo Code for WIFVNE members on Discussion board.

Free event for any Women in Film member from US participating organizations. $10 non-members use promocode to get your free ticket. 
Must register on Eventbrite here:  Cue the Classroom: Working with Children on Set Tickets, Wednesday, August 26  •  5 PM - 6:30 PM | Eventbrite

ABOUT EVENT:

Come learn from Master Educator Aimee Romano, Founder of Florida Teacher On Set as she speaks about best practices for working with minors, school considerations, legals considerations, hiring set educators, writers and more! This workshop is sure to be informative and great for any level filmmaker, parent, actor, producer and anyone thinking about working with kids on set. Florida Teacher on Set | Aimee Romano, on set tutoring for minors in entertainment industry

Aimee is a creative and dedicated professional educator who started her career in education in a traditional classroom in 2006 where she flourished in her career as a teacher, and role model for her students in both public and charter schools.

Her journey has led her down this unique path to working as a set teacher in the entertainment industry, which she began in 2013 shortly after relocating to Florida after marriage.

Now, 8 years later -she is truly enjoying helping talented young ”STARS” excel in their educational journey while
being a wonderful professional role model to them as they manage the challenges of balancing school and work on set.

Making an impact on kids in a positive and kind way is of the utmost importance to me.

Look forward to seeing you soon!