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Film Commission Subcommittee
The Film Task Force is the diverse group of film industry and community stakeholders gathered to advise the Office of Film + Music on ways to best support and grow the local film industry and community. The Task Force has developed key priority subcommittees that are focused on equity and inclusion, the film commission, film production in Seattle, and making Seattle a prime location for film production. Learn about the film commission subcommittee’s recommendations for an ordained Seattle Film Commission!
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Thank You for Attending the Mixer
Thank you to everyone who participated in The Mixer yesterday! Shout out to our special guests from Northwest Film Forum for giving us a preview of the upcoming Local Sightings Film Festival (Sept 18-27). Local Sightings is Seattle's only festival dedicated to Pacific Northwest films and filmmakers. Learn more about the local films and filmmakers in the festival here.
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Special Events Committee Extends Permit Suspension to November 1 due to COVID-19
The Seattle Special Events Committee voted unanimously to approve an administrative decision to extend the permit suspension to November 1, 2020. This suspension is caused by the continued COVID-19 pandemic, which currently shows no signs of slowing in our communities. During this time, continued gathering is not advisable from a public health perspective, as gathering could jeopardize the health and safety of our communities and cause a further surge of the virus.
At this time, Seattle and King County are in Phase 2 of Governor Inslee's Safe Start order, where large gatherings are prohibited. Gatherings of over 50 people are not considered until Phase Four.
The Special Events Committee is the 21-member group of City, County, and State safety and planning agencies that review and approve major Seattle events permitted through the Special Event Permits process. The permitting review and approval process requires a minimum of 90 days, and with the uncertainty of when and how major events may be allowed in the State’s phased approach, the Committee voted to refrain from issuing permits through Labor Day.
The Special Events Committee is currently accepting and will review applications for events after Labor Day and is developing processes event organizers can use to incorporate State and public health requirements in their events.
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Now Accepting Film Permit Applications!
Pursuant to the Governor’s order to allow film production in Washington State, we are excited to announce that Seattle Master Film Permit applications are being accepted for productions who are able to meet all guidelines set forth by Washington State’s Phase 2 Motion Picture Production COVID-19 Requirements. The City of Seattle’s requirements meet the same standards set by state and public health guidelines.
If Washington State or King County reverts to Phase 1, or if changes in COVID-19 conditions make it necessary in the public interest, Seattle Master Film Permits will be suspended.
Visit the Office of Film + Music film permit page to apply for a Seattle Master Film Permit. Review the COVID-19 Film Guidance and Updates section of our website before applying for a permit, as some processes have temporarily changed to reflect public health guidance. Please contact us at filmoffice@seattle.gov or 206-233-3948 for any other questions.
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Vera Project: A Digital Equity Drive for Video and Audio – requesting video and audio equipment donations through October
Vera Project: A Digital Equity Drive for Video and Audio – requesting video and audio equipment donations through October
The Vera Project has launched Equip the Kids: A Digital Equity Drive for Video and Audio. This project is apart of a larger program that addresses the need to get music and art equipment into the hands of young people who do not have access to these vital creative tools. Now more than ever, it is important to have live streaming tools.
To apply to this program follow:
@theveraproject - Facebook
#digitalequity4seattle #digitalequity #equipthekids #verageardrive
If you are interested in donating equipment go to bit.ly/vera-gear-drive
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Washington Filmworks and Whipsmart – Social Safety Net Survey for Creative Industry Workers
Have you faced challenges of navigating unemployment benefits, workers comp, healthcare and food assistance programs? Complete this survey to help inform advocacy and meaningful policy recommendations that will support the creative industries.
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Seattle-King County BIPOC Production Network
This is a list of resources for people in film production who Identify as a Black Indigenous Person of Color (BIPOC) and live or work in the Greater Seattle and South Sound areas. It is intended to provide visibility, access, community, and opportunity to BIPOC people working in all aspects of film, including commercial, non-commercial, non-profit, and hobby projects, and to help build up a robust ecosystem of creators who are generally underrepresented or under-served in mainstream media.
Tasveer South Asian Film Festival (TSAFF) + Tasveer South Asian Litfest (TSAL)
Tasveer South Asian Film Festival (TSAFF) is collaborating with 6 other South Asian film festivals across North America to bring to you the Coalition of South Asian Film Festivals (CoSAFF). TSAFF will close the festival on October 31st with the winner of the Tasveer Film Fund.
The festival does not stop here. Tasveer South Asian Litfest (TSAL) will be added to the fall festival this year, to celebrate South Asian writers and their work!
The Covid-19 pandemic has severely impacted many arts-based organizations and industries. This festival aims to center and celebrate films, books, artists, and writers.
CoSAFF will feature films from different South Asian countries and their diaspora, panels, industry days, and LIVE Q&A with your favorite filmmakers.
TSAL will feature your favorite South Asian authors speaking on various literary topics. We also have some exciting new programs for you this year!
TSAFF will feature a whole lot of local and diaspora films, available for everyone to watch on our channel. The winner of Tasveer Film Fund will be announced on TSAFF Closing Night, October 31st
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Art zone with Nancy Guppy
Nancy conducts an "exit interview" with Margaret Larson, the well-known and well-loved TV journalist and host who retired at the end of July; rock star guitarist Kathy Moore and her Super Power Trio unveil a brand new single; Tim Harahan and company demonstrate the entertaining art of dubbing old movie footage; and local gallery owners band together to deconstruct and re-imagine the Seattle Art Fair in the age of COVID. Check it out here!
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