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Calling all Filmmakers in the Central Valley!

Meet animation professionals Orlando Velasquez and Monica Mitchell! This Q&A session is meant to be an open environment where you can hear from folks in media and see how they started, what they would do differently, and what they would like to pass on to other creative individuals now. Come be a part of our Q&A Session as talk about their experience and ask them for advice at our guest speaker panel!

CMAC Filmmaker Meetup is a gathering for Fresno’s film and media community to connect, collaborate, and share their projects. Whether you’re an experienced filmmaker or just starting out, this event provides a space to network, discuss projects, and explore opportunities in the local industry. Each meetup features insightful discussions, resource sharing, and a chance to meet fellow creatives passionate about storytelling. Come be part of the conversation, showcase your work, and help shape the future of filmmaking in our community!

Whether you’re a seasoned filmmaker or just starting your journey, this meetup is the perfect place to connect with fellow creatives, share your work, and collaborate on future projects. This meetup is the reel deal for all things cinema!

Join us for a reel good time as we gather to share tips, tricks, and tales from behind the lens. From indie darlings to blockbuster dreams, everyone’s invited to roll with us! No Hollywood ego here – just a down-to-earth community of passionate creators ready to support each other’s cinematic dreams.

Join us at our next meet up!

📅 Date: Friday, August, 29

⏰  TIME: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

📍  LOCATION: CMAC | 1555 Van Ness Ave. #201

View our full 2025 schedule at the bottom of this page!

Got a Short Film?

We’re calling all directors, producers, and storytellers to showcase their cinematic flair at our next meetup! Whether you’re shooting for the stars or just starting your blockbuster journey, we want to see your reel talent! Mark your calendar for the next screening on Friday, October 31, this one’s all about the Spirit of Halloween.

DEADLINE: Thursday, October 30

🎥 Any genre, any style

🎞️ YouTube links only

⏰ Keep it under 5 minutes (longer films might not make the cut)

🚀 First come, first serve – submit ASAP!

🎟️ Must attend to showcase

🎬 One film per person

CONTENT NOTE: Any film that is clearly offensive, inappropriate, or shows no artistic integrity will not be considered.

Filmmaker Meetup Schedule 2025