WIFVNE Table Read Tuesdays are back for 2026! 
Tuesday, Jan 27, 2026 at 6:30PM

Table Read Tuesdays take monthly, spotlighting fresh voices in film and television and performed by WIFVNE member actors. Join us for these lively readings followed by a discussion with the writer.
Admission is $5 for the general public and free for WIFVNE members.
Reserve your spot and support emerging writers and performers in our community!

Interested in participating? WIFVNE members can submit scripts or sign up to be a reader by emailing tablereads@wifvne.org.

Conversations with Sara Elizabeth Timmins: Funding Your Film
Tuesday, February 24 | 7:00–8:30 PM EST | Zoom
$15 for WIFVNE | $20 WIFT-US Members | $30 for Non-Members 

Curious about film distribution? Join us for a workshop that breaks it all down—what it is, how it works, and how to find the right path for your project.

WIFVNE welcomes back producer and Life Out Loud Films founder Sara Elizabeth Timmins for a deep-dive session on distribution. Sara Elizabeth will share practical insights into what filmmakers need to know about distribution today: 

• Understanding the Distribution landscape

• Getting clear on the best options for your film

• The role of sales agents and finding the best fit

• Common mistakes to avoid

• How to position your film for success in a crowded marketplace.

Whether you’re a first-time filmmaker or a seasoned pro, this session will give you the tools and perspective to make smart choices for your film’s future. Come ready with your questions, and walk away with actionable advice you can apply right away.

About Sara Elizabeth Timmins:
Sara Elizabeth Timmins established Life Out Loud Films in 2008 to create quality, inspiring impact films that champion women. Her films have been seen in theatres, on HBO, Amazon, Netflix, The Hallmark Channel, Starz, Showtime, and internationally. She has worked with Oscar- and Emmy-winning talent like Jane Seymour, Ellen Burstyn, Chris Cooper, Josh Lucas, and Mackenzie Foy, and writers like NY Times Best Selling Author David Baldacci. Every film she’s produced has featured award-winning talent and secured international distribution.

Sara Elizabeth also field-produced the Emmy-nominated HBO docuseries McMillions for Mark Wahlberg’s company, which premiered at Sundance in 2020. A true story she has had the rights to for years is now in development as a Netflix docuseries. She currently has several films in various stages of development. Through her consulting/coaching work and her educational company NO FILM SCHOOL. NO TRUST FUND. NO PROBLEM., she helps elevate emerging voices and build authentic, empowered paths for indie filmmakers.