Public Service Announcement
Each year, the WIF.D Board of Directors chooses a local non-profit organization from a preferred list submitted by our annual sponsors. Our members kindly donate their time and talent to produce a marketing video. The rewards of volunteering for a PSA production are enormous, both personally and professionally. Our recent recipient, The Bridge Breast Network, is a local organization providing medical care for women and men diagnosed with breast cancer. Other organizations previously recommended and selected include Meals On Wheels, Dallas Women’s Foundation, and Gilda’s Club.

Scholarships
Every year, Women In Film.Dallas is devoted to offering, through an application process, two scholarships to female college students studying film, television, or video production in the North Texas region. A $1500 college student tuition scholarship and a $3500 college student project grant are awarded to talented ladies who are honored at the annual Topaz Awards Gala event. Providing financial assistance through these scholarships has been a primary mission of WIF.D for years.

Internships
Through the Women In Film.Dallas intern program, members provide career assistance in the form of opportunities and familiarization in the film/video industry to college-age women and men with diversified backgrounds. The internships can be personalized to accommodate the needs of the student and sponsor. Our internship program links sponsors with aspiring film students and other prospective interns seeking experience, contacts, and resumé material.

Mentorship
Women In Film.Dallas offers opportunities within the mentorship program both to entry-level and professional women and men, to advance their knowledge and careers. Whether entering the industry or seeking to advance in their current position, the mentorship program offers guidance and direction, allowing individuals to acquire a deeper understanding of the industry’s business practices with one-on-one interaction.

Women In Film.Dallas Annual Events

Topaz Awards Gala
For years, the Topaz Awards Gala has evoked the glamour of the past by honoring distinguished Texas women of the present. This occasion allows us to recognize the outstanding contributions, dedication, and trailblazing efforts of individuals within the film and television industry. Past recipients of Topaz Awards are a veritable “Who’s Who” of achievement, offering inspiration and vision to all who attend. Within a beautiful setting, the Topaz Awards Gala provides an opportunity to express our gratitude to these women as role models in the entertainment industry.

Chick Flicks Film Festival
Chick Flicks Film Festival is an annual event open to all female filmmakers, showcasing new and seasoned international talent. As one of the most important fundraising events for Women In Film.Dallas, the proceeds from tickets and entry fees benefit our scholarship foundation. Each entry is eligible for the coveted “Audience Choice” and “Sponsors’ Choice” awards. Meet and greet the filmmakers, fans, and WIF.D members at a lively cocktail party before the show, then celebrate the winners with fabulous prizes at the awards ceremony.

Monthly Networking Opportunities

Programming
Women In Film.Dallas is focused on offering bi-monthly educational programs and networking events to its members and non-members. A diversity of topics cover everything from Sony HD Media and Format Technologies, Audio: From Production to Post, to The World Wide Web and You: Marketing Yourself on the Internet; in addition to our many premieres and panel discussions. Often times we collaborate with our sponsors to create events focused on financial planning, business development, and work/life balance. WIF.D programs offer something for everyone at every level.

Martini Madness
A Women In Film.Dallas tradition, Martini Madness provides a casual opportunity to mix and mingle with our members and industry movers and shakers. WIF.D invites sponsors, members, and newcomers to share food, drinks, and experiences in an informal atmosphere at various friendly and chic Dallas venues. Members are even encouraged to leave business cards and marketing materials on the WIF.D promotional table. Get your name, face, and business recognized while you enjoy a night out on the town!