Entries by Natalie Nigg

CMAC Halloween Programming

CMAC will be airing Halloween related content this Thursday!  Programming such as the Paranormal Journeys talk show, throwback Halloween safety videos and past Halloween specials will air throughout the day. And for those of you who don’t celebrate the holiday but looking for something to watch that day, there will be other programs premiering that […]

October Mixer: Makeup

Did you know that CMAC has a makeup kit? Join us Saturday, October 26 from 2 p.m – 4 p.m. for our next CMAC mixer. This month we focus on the basics of using makeup for video production. We’ll take about skin care, color correction, and tips and tricks for the best results. Mixers are free and open […]

Fresno Film Festival, Nov 8-10

The 15th annual Fresno Film Festival, presented by Fresno Filmworks at the historic Tower Theatre, will feature seven exclusive programs of feature-length and local award-winning short films, including special filmmaker appearances and Q&A discussions. CMAC is a proud sponsor. Visit fresnofilmworks.org for more info.

The Big Tell Showcase – Fri, Oct 25

The Big Tell Showcase celebrates the Central Valley with five-minute mini-documentaries by 10 local filmmakers about the incredible people and places that make this region so amazing. This is a FREE, all-ages event and CMAC is a proud sponsor and partner, providing fiscal sponsorship and production resources to many of the filmmakers. Walk the red carpet […]

CMAC Fest Coming Thurs, Nov. 7!

Mark your calendars! During the next Arthop night, Thursday, November 7th from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., we will be throwing a big outdoor party just for you! There will be food, drinks, and live music. This event is free and open to the public so please invite your family and friends, you don’t want to […]

Workshops: Final Cut Pro, Oct 14

Learn the basics of Final Cut Pro next Monday, October 14 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. A powerful video editor for quick editing and great results. Covers the basics of importing, editing, effecting, and exporting. Certification is required for reserving CMAC edit stations. Workshop requires basic computer skills. CMAC membership must be paid prior to training. Contact for membership and enrollment: […]

CMAC School Programming

There are many local schools that provide specialty classes and programs where students can explore the world of media production.  Some of these programs include Sunnyside’s Video Production Academy, Buchanan’s Visual Arts program, McLane’s Art Venture Academy, CART’s Digital Media/Graphic Design program and more. Students in these programs have even won national awards and Emmys […]

Learn More About Community News and Information Needs on Oct 16

Earlier this year, journalists from the non-profit organization Internews conducted research about how residents get and share news and information in South and West Fresno and nearby rural communities. Their study was funded by the James Irvine Foundation. Find out what they learned and how it can help local community media efforts at a free public event […]

September Mixer Guest Speaker: Michael Robles, Sept 28

If you’ve ever been interested in Voice Acting, or simply curious about the field, then this monthly mixer is for you! We will be having another guest speaker, Michael Robles, who will covering various aspects of voice acting. He has several years of experience in voice acting along with improv. The mixer will be taking […]

Workshops: Screenwriting, Sept 26

Find out what it takes to conceptualize a short film from start to finish, including basic terminology and formats used in screenwriting, step-by-step story development and narrative techniques Thursday, September 26 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. CMAC membership must be paid prior to training. Contact for membership and enrollment: (559) 266-2622 or info@cmac.tv

RED Workshop with Chad Saechao

Attention aspiring filmmakers: come by CMAC on Monday, September 30th from 7-9 p.m. for a special guest lecture from LA-based cinematographer and Visalia native Chad Saechao.  Chad will talk about what it’s like to work as a DP (Director of Photography) and show you all the features of his RED Digital Cinema Camera. You’ll also have […]

Latinx Heritage Month Film Festival

Our friends over at Arte Américas have announced a film screening festival featuring Latinx* produced and focused films. Films will be screened at both Fresno State and on-site at Arte Américas on Friday evenings and Saturdayafternoons starting September 13th through October 13th. In addition to screening major motion pictures, Arte Américas is also seeking local submissions from Latinx filmmakers or filmmakers focusing on […]