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News from the Office of Film + Music - January 23, 2020
City of Seattle, Washington sent this bulletin at 01/23/2020 04:30 PM PST
News from the Office of Film + Music | Vol. 14, No. 2 | January 23, 2020
The Mixer | Resource Exchange
From the industry round tables and last year's events, we have been hearing consistently from artists and creative workers that folks want more centralized ways to find out resources. This month we're organizing a Resource Exchange at Seapine Brewing Company Taproom in SODO (Weds Jan 29, 5-7 pm)!
We will be connecting creative workers, artists, and freelancers with resources that make it easier to live and work in Seattle. Some organizations and agencies present will include:
United Way - Tax Assistance Program
Seattle/King County Clinic @ Seattle Center
Seattle Public Library / Playback
SEEDArts
4Culture
Artists Up
Multicultural Community Center
Park Ave
NW Film Forum Women in Film
KEXP
Musicians Association
Washington Filmworks
Whipsmart
Seattle Film Institute
Art Zone with Nancy Guppy / Seattle Channel
Ventures
Washington Lawyers for the Arts
As usual, the event is free and open to all ages (the taproom is all-ages and pet-friendly).
If you’re interested in providing info at The Mixer about free or low-cost events, programs, or other resources that benefit musicians, filmmakers, and other creative professionals, please email alex.rose@seattle.gov.
Seattle Film Task Force: Applications Have Closed!
Thank you for submitting your applications and nominations for the City of Seattle Film Task Force! Over 160 individuals were nominated. An industry selection panel is finalizing review of the nominees for recommendations to the City. The inaugural Film Task Force meeting is now slated for February 2020.
The City of Seattle Film Task Force is being established as an equal and equitable group of film industry and community stakeholders, which will inform Office of Film + Music priorities. The work of the Film Task Force will include establishing industry and community relationships, advising government and Office of Film + Music on annual workplan and budget priorities, assisting government in the development of film policy, and other endeavors to assist the Office of Film + Music in its mission to support and grow the film industry.
Local Lens is a production incentive program that reserve its funding exclusively for projects that are creatively driven by Washington residents. It is designed to maximize the impact of the funds in the production incentive program and invest in our local creative community.
Scarecrow Video and Lance Rhoades Present Oscar Preview Night
Scarecrow Video and film historian Lance Rhoades will continue their annual tradition of celebrating the Academy Awards with an Oscar Preview show in Scarecrow’s Screening Room. Lance will share highlights and controversies from previous ceremonies, discuss the current nominees and issues, and offer his own predictions.
The Screening Room at Scarecrow Video, 5030 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle, WA 98105
Film, Music, Nightlife, and Events Businesses and Organizations: Apply for the SPU Waste-Free Communities Matching Grant
Deadline: February 21,2020
SPU's Waste-Free Communities Matching Grant launched in 2018 and fund community-initiated and led waste prevention projects.
Waste prevention means creating less waste by buying and using less, using reusable items, and sharing or donating items so others can use them. When we prevent waste, we help the environment, protect public health, build community, and save money.
