SurREAL World: Film Festival for the Terminally Weird
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July 5 starting at 3p @ Tattooed Mom
A night celebrating whimsical and weird cinema! Join us for a lineup of short films by local Philly talent, stand-up from comedian Alyssa Al-Dookhi, and a Q&A/networking with some of Philly’s Phinest film folks! Read more →

35th Philadelphia Film Festival Badges Go on Sale July 6th
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DGA Membership Ratifies New Contract by Overwhelming Margin
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We are pleased to report that DGA members have voted overwhelmingly to ratify the new four-year BA/FLTTA agreement. 
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Film Independent 20% off Membership Discount
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This week when you join or renew as a General Member for one year or two, you’ll receive 20% off.
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Blue Stoop’s Creative Coworking @ Writers Room
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July 7 · 6-8p · Writers Room (Ross Commons, 3rd Floor) 229 North 34th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 · Free
Creative Coworking is an opportunity for writers and readers of all experience levels to spend time together while working toward their personal goals. Details Here →

The Gotham’s Peer-to-Peer Virtual Meet-Up: Narrative Creators
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July 7 · 7-8p · Virtual · Members Only
The Gotham’s monthly Peer-to-Peer Meet-Ups for Narrative Creators are an open, informal space for you to connect with like-minded creators as you navigate your own projects and career in film and media. Details Here →

Robert McKee’s 2026 Summer Screenwriting Program
Sourced from Final Draft Newsletter
July 7-30 · Zoom & On Demand · See Site for Costs
Over the course of four weeks, you’ll learn the secret to creating captivating characters, the art of crafting rich and meaningful dialogue, the unrivaled strengths of long-form storytelling, and the poetic power of imagery in fiction. Details Here →

Green Light Ready: A 3-Part Feature Film Budgeting and Scheduling Masterclass
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Sign up by July 10, Begins July 15 · Zoom & On Demand · $999
Led by Emmy-nominated producer Carolina Groppa. Module 1 — The Script and Scheduling, Module 2 — Budgeting and How the Dream Gets Made, Module 3 — Dissecting the Dream and Distribution. Details Here →

Lil’ Filmmakers Narrative Filmmaking Workshop
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July 13-15 · Lil Filmmakers Film and Media Center, 6156 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19128 · $60
In this hands-on, production-based workshop, participants will build foundational skills in storytelling for narrative film. Teen Workshop (13-17) / Young Adult Workshop (18-24) →

The Rise of Vertical Series: Opportunity, Disruption & the Future of Storytelling
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July 14 · Zoom · $15 | Free for Black Film Space Members
This conversation will feature Christina Richardson and Nate Parker in an in-depth discussion exploring the rise of vertical series and how this rapidly growing format is reshaping the entertainment industry. Details Here →

Save the Cat!® Writes Horror: Mastering Monster in the House Webinar
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July 14-15 · Zoom Webinar · $99 (Limited Availability Left)
Join veteran horror screenwriter, novelist, and Save the Cat! Writes Horror author Jamie Nash for a deep dive into horror storytelling through the lens of Blake Snyder’s legendary Monster in the House genre. Details Here →

The Bad Date Show
Sourced from ProductionHUB
Shoots July 6 in Philadelphia, PA
Male & Female Voice Over · Non-Union · See Casting Call About Rate
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Iconic British Band Merch Shoot
Sourced from Backstage
Shoots July 7 & 9 in West Chester, PA
Older Male · Non-Union · Flat Rate $1000
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Coffee Time, Philly (Splitman Media)
Sourced from Backstage
Shoots Throughout July in Philadelphia, PA
Various Roles · Non-Union · $70/hr
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Katfished (Nick Kelly)
Sourced from GPFO
Kat · Pay Deferred
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Health Care Photo/Video Shoot (1440 Film Co)
Sourced from Backstage
Shoots July 10 in Wilmington, Delaware
Person Role · Non-Union · Flat Rate $500
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Soldier (Sweet Bay Productions)
Sourced from Mandy
Shoots July/August in Philadelphia, PA
Various Roles · Non-Union · Various Rates
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Strategy Room (Sourland Studios)
Sourced from Mandy
Shoots July 18-19 in Trenton, NJ
Various Roles · Non-Union · Various Rates
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Dead Head (Thomas Valencia, Writer-Director)
Sourced from Backstage
Shoots 3-5 days late July in Philadelphia, PA
Various Roles · Non-Union · Unpaid, but travel costs will be covered per casting call
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KALEIDOSCOPE (Mark McNutt)
Sourced from GPFO
July 28 in Philadelphia, PA
Young Men & Women · Non-Union · Paid
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Prank Show (Brandon Singer - Casting Director)
Sourced from Mandy
Shoots August 3-6 in Boyertown, PA
Role of Mom · Non-Union · Rate TBD
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The Wiggles Concert Meet & Greet (Franck Casting)
Sourced from Backstage
August 20 in Philadelphia, PA
Various Roles · Non-Union · Various Rates
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In the Rear View (Ramya Vemuri, Director-Producer)
Sourced from Backstage
Shoots September or October (tentative) in Maryland (DMV area)
Various Roles · Non-Union · Various Rates
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Brass (AWAL Productions)
Sourced from Mandy
Shoots March 2027 for 2 Weeks in Philadelphia/Bucks County, PA
Various Roles · Non-Union · Various Rates
See Casting Call →

Intimacy Coordinator, Make Up Artist, Production Assistant and Stunt & Fight Coordinator
Sourced from Mandy
Shoots tentatively July 12-19 near Philadelphia, PA
“The Suffering” · Non-Union · Deferred Rate Profit Share
Intimacy Coordinator Info / MUA Info / PA Info / Stunt & Fight Coordinator Info

Cinematographer/DP, Costume Designer, Gaffer/Lighting Tech, Hair & Make Up Stylist, Production Assistant, Set Dec/Dresser and Sound Mixer/Boom Op

Colorist
Sourced from Mandy
Shoots July/August in Philadelphia, PA
“Soldier” · Non-Union · Flat Rate $300
DP Info / Colorist Info / Costume Designer Info / Gaffer Info / HMU Info / PA Info / Set Dec Info / Sound Mixer & Boom Op Info

1st Assistant Camera, 1st Assistant Director, BTS Photo/Video, Craft Services, Gaffer, Grip, Hair & Make Up Artist, Producer/Line Producer, Production Assistant, Production Designer, Script Supervisor, Sound Mixer/Boom Op, Wardrobe

Colorist, Composer, Editor, Sound Designer/Mixer
Sourced from Threads
Fall 2026 in the Lehigh Valley
“Coffee” · Non-Union · Deferred pay (as funding comes together)
Threads Post / Application

Sound Mixer
Sourced from GPFO
October 24 - 28 in Philadelphia, PA area
“The Price of Peace” · Paid
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Fight Choreographer, Hair & Make Up/SFX Artist, Propmaster
Sourced from Mandy
Shoots March 2027 (2 weeks) in Philadelphia/Bucks County, PA
“Brass” · Non-Union · Various Rates
Fight Choreographer Info / HMU/SFX Artist Info / Propmaster Info

Seasonal Audio Operations Engineer
Mount Laurel, NJ · NFL
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Duopoly Content Producer, NBC10 & Telemundo62 Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA · NBCUniversal
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Video Editor for Social Content
Sourced from Production Hub
Philadelphia, PA / Remote
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3D Motion Specialist
Philadelphia, PA · Universal Music Group · Salary Range $63,010 - 90,000
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Digital Imaging Technician
Philadelphia, PA · Universal Music Group · Salary Range $63,010 - 90,000
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Grip and Equipment Manager
Philadelphia, PA · Universal Music Group · Salary Range $63,010 - 80,000
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Senior Director, Head of Content Creative
Philadelphia, PA · Universal Music Group · Salary Range $177,800 - 249,000
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Video Operator
Philadelphia, PA · Universal Music Group · Salary Range $63,010 - 95,000
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Seasonal Sr. Associate Producer
Mount Laurel, NJ · NFL
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Seasonal Associate Producer
Mount Laurel, NJ · NFL
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WBD Access x HBO Max Production Management Program
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Deadline for this program is July 12
The WBD Access x HBO Max Production Management Program aims to identify and elevate high-performing talent with a strong, long-term commitment to becoming Line Producers. More Info →

Film Independent’s Project Involve 2027
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Non-Member Deadline is July 13
Participants are paired with mentors at the top of their respective fields, and receive personalized guidance to help move their projects and careers forward. More Info →

Warner Bros. Discovery Access Writers Program
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Deadline for this program is July 12
Participants learn about the television business from internal executives, attend master classes on storytelling and collaborative creative writing with showrunners, as well as other established special guests. More Info →

Sundance Institute’s Catalyst
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Pre-Application Ends August 19
Through our year-round program, we aim to build a culture of partnership between independent investors and filmmakers; to unlock funding for ambitious new independent films; and to engage our community in supporting the independent film ecosystem. More Info →

NFL Films Women in Sports Filmmaking Experienceship
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Experience is August 26 - 28 in Mount Laurel, NJ
Designed for seasoned talent looking to expand their opportunities within the sports production industry, the program offers unparalleled access to the creative, technical, and operational approach that defines NFL Films. More Info →

Task (Season 2)
July - TBD · TV Series · Philadelphia Area

48 Hour Film Project - Philadelphia
Sourced from 48 Hour Film Project
Early Bird Deadline is July 10
Regular Deadline is July 21
Late Deadline is July 31
Competition Kickoff is July 31 · TBD in Philadelphia, PA More Info →

Philadelphia Film Festival (PFF35)
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Regular Deadline is July 15
Late Deadline is July 29
Festival is October 15 - 25 · Philadelphia, PA FilmFreeway Page →