WIFVNE invites filmmakers, producers, and creatives of all kinds to join us for a three-part workshop series designed to demystify the legal and business side of the creative industry. Led by Paige Williams, an entertainment attorney with deep experience in independent film production, financing, and distribution, each session will equip attendees with the knowledge to protect their work, navigate contracts, and approach distribution with confidence.

Session 1: Copyright and Intellectual Property Workshop
Saturday, May 17 · 1:00–2:30 PM (ET)

Learn the basics of intellectual property and how to protect your creative rights. Topics include copyright registration, fair use, public domain, trademark, chain of title, and more.

All three workshops will be offered both in person at Studio Lab and virtually via Zoom. Each session includes a live Q&A.

Paige Williams is an attorney licensed in the state of California with a career spanning multiple areas of the entertainment industry. Her focus lies in independent film production, financing, and distribution. Most recently, she served as Director of Business and Legal Affairs for an independent film production and sales company in Los Angeles.

Currently, Paige leads Business Affairs & Acquisitions at Helmet Fire Productions, where she works with projects of all sizes from concept to screen. Helmet Fire offers legal and business consulting, production project management, and creative development services for independent film and television productions.

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Mark your calendars for these Summer Sessions!

Session 2: Contracting for Creatives and Producers Workshop
Wednesday, July 9 · 6:30–8:00 PM (ET)

This session covers the most common contracts creatives encounter—whether buying, selling, licensing, or collaborating. Learn how to read agreements, spot red flags, and protect your interests.

Session 3: Independent Distribution Workshop
Saturday, July 26 · 1:00–2:30 PM (ET)

Explore how to prepare your project for market, find funding opportunities, and negotiate licensing deals. Ideal for indie filmmakers looking to distribute their work to a broader audience.

WIFVNE Table Reading Series presents
FREE SKATE by Caitlin McCarthy
Tuesday, May 27 from 6:30–8:00 PM ET on Zoom

Join us for the next installment of the WIFVNE Table Reading Series on Tuesday, May 27 from 6:30–8:00 PM ET on Zoom, featuring the original 60-minute pilot script FREE SKATE by screenwriter Caitlin McCarthy.

Each month, WIFVNE presents a live virtual reading of new scripts performed by WIFVNE member actors. This month’s featured script follows a broke and barely eighteen figure skater who plunges into the chaos of a traveling ice show. Navigating backstabbing rivals, sizzling scandals, and relentless pressure, she fights to keep her Olympic dreams alive—one performance at a time.

Admission is $5 for the general public and free for WIFVNE members. RSVP to reserve your spot, experience fresh voices, and support emerging writers and performers from our creative community.

Looking to expand your creative circle, crew up on out-of-state shoots, or just meet new industry peers? WIFT-US National Networking Night is your chance to do just that—and more.

Hosted every 2nd Thursday at 7:00PM EST, this virtual event brings together members from Women in Film & Television chapters across the U.S. You’ll meet producers, writers, directors, editors, and other creatives—many of whom are actively working on projects and looking to collaborate.

Access to national connections are part of your WIFVNE membership benefits, introducing you to a wider support system, professional opportunities, and fresh ideas—no matter where you’re based.

RSVP here >>
*Active WIFVNE members only.

WIFVNE invites filmmakers, producers, and creatives of all kinds to join us for this continuing workshop series designed to demystify the legal and business side of the creative industry. Led by Paige Williams, an entertainment attorney with deep experience in independent film production, financing, and distribution, each session will equip attendees with the knowledge to protect their work, navigate contracts, and approach distribution with confidence.

Session 2: Contracting for Creatives and Producers Workshop
Wednesday, July 9 · 6:30–8:00 PM (ET)

This session covers the most common contracts creatives encounter—whether buying, selling, licensing, or collaborating. Learn how to read agreements, spot red flags, and protect your interests.

Workshops will be offered both in person at Studio Lab and virtually via Zoom. Each session includes a live Q&A.

Paige Williams is an attorney licensed in the state of California with a career spanning multiple areas of the entertainment industry. Her focus lies in independent film production, financing, and distribution. Most recently, she served as Director of Business and Legal Affairs for an independent film production and sales company in Los Angeles.

Currently, Paige leads Business Affairs & Acquisitions at Helmet Fire Productions, where she works with projects of all sizes from concept to screen. Helmet Fire offers legal and business consulting, production project management, and creative development services for independent film and television productions.

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Mark your calendars for the final session!

Session 3: Independent Distribution Workshop
Saturday, July 26 · 1:00–2:30 PM (ET)

Explore how to prepare your project for market, find funding opportunities, and negotiate licensing deals. Ideal for indie filmmakers looking to distribute their work to a broader audience.

Looking to expand your creative circle, crew up on out-of-state shoots, or just meet new industry peers? WIFT-US National Networking Night is your chance to do just that—and more.

Hosted every 2nd Thursday at 7:00PM EST, this virtual event brings together members from Women in Film & Television chapters across the U.S. You’ll meet producers, writers, directors, editors, and other creatives—many of whom are actively working on projects and looking to collaborate.

Access to national connections are part of your WIFVNE membership benefits, introducing you to a wider support system, professional opportunities, and fresh ideas—no matter where you’re based.

RSVP here >>
*Active WIFVNE members only.

WIFVNE invites filmmakers, producers, and creatives of all kinds to join us for a our final session of this workshop series designed to demystify the legal and business side of the creative industry. Led by Paige Williams, an entertainment attorney with deep experience in independent film production, financing, and distribution, each session will equip attendees with the knowledge to protect their work, navigate contracts, and approach distribution with confidence.

Session 3: Independent Distribution

Saturday, July 26 · 1:00–2:30 PM (ET)

Explore how to prepare your project for market, find funding opportunities, and negotiate licensing deals. Ideal for indie filmmakers looking to distribute their work to a broader audience.

This workshop will be offered both in person at Studio Lab and virtually via Zoom. Each session includes a live Q&A.

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Paige Williams is an attorney licensed in the state of California with a career spanning multiple areas of the entertainment industry. Her focus lies in independent film production, financing, and distribution. Most recently, she served as Director of Business and Legal Affairs for an independent film production and sales company in Los Angeles.

Currently, Paige leads Business Affairs & Acquisitions at Helmet Fire Productions, where she works with projects of all sizes from concept to screen. Helmet Fire offers legal and business consulting, production project management, and creative development services for independent film and television productions.

Looking to expand your creative circle, crew up on out-of-state shoots, or just meet new industry peers? WIFT-US National Networking Night is your chance to do just that—and more.

Hosted every 2nd Thursday at 7:00PM EST, this virtual event brings together members from Women in Film & Television chapters across the U.S. You’ll meet producers, writers, directors, editors, and other creatives—many of whom are actively working on projects and looking to collaborate.

Access to national connections are part of your WIFVNE membership benefits, introducing you to a wider support system, professional opportunities, and fresh ideas—no matter where you’re based.

RSVP here >>
*Active WIFVNE members only.

Looking to expand your creative circle, crew up on out-of-state shoots, or just meet new industry peers? WIFT-US National Networking Night is your chance to do just that—and more.

Hosted every 2nd Thursday at 7:00PM EST, this virtual event brings together members from Women in Film & Television chapters across the U.S. You’ll meet producers, writers, directors, editors, and other creatives—many of whom are actively working on projects and looking to collaborate.

Access to national connections are part of your WIFVNE membership benefits, introducing you to a wider support system, professional opportunities, and fresh ideas—no matter where you’re based.

RSVP here >>
*Active WIFVNE members only.

Looking to expand your creative circle, crew up on out-of-state shoots, or just meet new industry peers? WIFT-US National Networking Night is your chance to do just that—and more.

Hosted every 2nd Thursday at 7:00PM EST, this virtual event brings together members from Women in Film & Television chapters across the U.S. You’ll meet producers, writers, directors, editors, and other creatives—many of whom are actively working on projects and looking to collaborate.

Access to national connections are part of your WIFVNE membership benefits, introducing you to a wider support system, professional opportunities, and fresh ideas—no matter where you’re based.

RSVP here >>
*Active WIFVNE members only.