Film Making New York

NYC Content Creators Meetup: August Meetup

​Join our NYC Content Creators group, where YouTubers, TikTokers, Instagrammers, livestreamers, podcasters, and other digital innovators come together to exchange ideas, forge connections, and support each other’s growth. Expect plenty of laughs, insightful conversations, and new friendships that will ignite your creativity. We keep it fun, welcoming, and laid-back and promise an inclusive atmosphere where you can share your experiences, learn from others, and discover fresh opportunities for collaboration. All types of creators and content-adjacent professionals are welcome. Come ready to brainstorm, connect, and have fun! **Event Flow** ​**3:00–4:00 PM \| Focus Hour** We kick things off with a dedicated work block. Bring your laptop, camera, ideas, or notes. This hour is all about creating. Whether that be recording content, planning future projects, collaborating with others, or locking in on work you’ve been putting off. Headphones encouraged. Momentum required. ​**4:00–6:00 PM \| Connect \+ Chill** Once the work is done, the space opens up. Mingle, share what you’re working on, meet new people, exchange ideas, and build genuine connections in a relaxed, no-pressure environment. ​**6:00 PM → \| Happy Hour** To wrap the night, we take the energy outside. We’ll head to a nearby restaurant or bar to unwind, celebrate the work, and keep the conversations going over food and drinks. Stay Connected: Discord: [https://discord.gg/tC3mZtN92Z](https://discord.gg/tC3mZtN92Z) Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/ccexny/](https://www.instagram.com/ccexny/) WhatsApp: [https://ccex.nyc/join/whatsapp](https://ccex.nyc/join/whatsapp?utm_source=luma)

[FILM MEETUP] Season 3 Challenge 6 (S3C6) Screening!

Join us on **Saturday, August 29th** at BRIC for our sixth screening of Season 3! We'll be watching the incredible short films made for this challenge, and kicking off the seventh challenge for the season! **In order to keep the group going as it grows into new spaces, we are accepting donations at a suggested price of $20. Our mission to keep filmmaking free and accessible to all remains the same, so these funds go strictly towards operating costs. This donation is not required to attend, but your contributions go towards a great cause.** Submit films for Challenge 6 [HERE](https://shortcutsnyc.com/submit) **Deadline to submit is Thursday, August 27th by 11:59pm.** Challenge Rules for S3C6 (July 18 - August 29): * Rule 1 (Form): **Match Cut** * Rule 2 (Wildcard): **Comedy** **For S3C6, you have until August 29 to shoot a short comedy that has at least one match cut. Get creative and ask yourself: How can you subvert expectations with these elements?** * ***NOTE: If these guidelines are not met there is a high probability that your film will not be shown. Short Cuts is a learning community so you MUST learn what these rules are before planning for your film. We prioritize films that are submitted on time, are 5 minutes and under, and have the director present. Films that are submitted on time and follow the rules will be shown in ascending runtime order, and then everything submitted late will be after. No generative AI films or films largely enhanced by generative AI.*** \*\*\* At the end of the event, we will provide everyone with two randomly drawn rules from a hat as guidelines for participating in future challenges. Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to create short films following these rules. At the next meeting, you will get the opportunity to show off your film, watch what others have made, and receive the next challenge's randomly drawn rules! Note that **no** experience is required, and all you need is a camera and a way to edit and upload your film. **Short Cuts** is a group of independent filmmakers challenging themselves to create short films every \~4 weeks following a number of randomly drawn rules. Each meeting, filmmakers have the opportunity to show off their films and watch others, as well as draw the rules for the next film challenge. This group welcomes any experience level, from those who have never touched a camera, written a script, or acted in a film to seasoned veterans looking for a challenge. **DONATE:** [https://www.nyfa.org/projects/project-info/?id=CA2043](https://www.nyfa.org/projects/project-info/?id=CA2043) **INSTAGRAM:** [https://www.instagram.com/shortcutsny/](https://www.instagram.com/shortcutsny/) **DISCORD:** [https://discord.gg/XQud4Hqeen](https://discord.gg/XQud4Hqeen) **WEBSITE:** [https://shortcutsnyc.com](https://shortcutsnyc.com/)

NYC Content Creators Meetup: September Meetup

​Join our NYC Content Creators group, where YouTubers, TikTokers, Instagrammers, livestreamers, podcasters, and other digital innovators come together to exchange ideas, forge connections, and support each other’s growth. Expect plenty of laughs, insightful conversations, and new friendships that will ignite your creativity. We keep it fun, welcoming, and laid-back and promise an inclusive atmosphere where you can share your experiences, learn from others, and discover fresh opportunities for collaboration. All types of creators and content-adjacent professionals are welcome. Come ready to brainstorm, connect, and have fun! **Event Flow** ​**3:00–4:00 PM \| Focus Hour** We kick things off with a dedicated work block. Bring your laptop, camera, ideas, or notes. This hour is all about creating. Whether that be recording content, planning future projects, collaborating with others, or locking in on work you’ve been putting off. Headphones encouraged. Momentum required. ​**4:00–7:00 PM \| Connect \+ Chill** Once the work is done, the space opens up. Mingle, share what you’re working on, meet new people, exchange ideas, and build genuine connections in a relaxed, no-pressure environment. ​**7:00 PM → \| Happy Hour** To wrap the night, we take the energy outside. We’ll head to a nearby restaurant or bar to unwind, celebrate the work, and keep the conversations going over food and drinks. Stay Connected: Discord: [https://discord.gg/tC3mZtN92Z](https://discord.gg/tC3mZtN92Z) Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/ccexny/](https://www.instagram.com/ccexny/) WhatsApp: [https://ccex.nyc/join/whatsapp](https://ccex.nyc/join/whatsapp?utm_source=luma)

How Seedance 2.5 Revolutionizes Filmmaking

The release of Seedance 2.0 earlier this year was already leading to an explosion of AI and Hybrid AI Films and Videos. Now Seedance 2.5 has just been released, and it's having an even bigger impact. A few well-enhanced features makes AI-driven Film Pipelines even more powerful and practical. Join us on on August 19 for a deep dive into the new and enhanced features of Seedance 2.5 and how they impact GenAI Filmmaking.

ai Content Creator Meetup

ai Content Creators, filmmakers, enthusiasts share best practices, training and platforms for creating ai videos. Open to all ai Creators

Film - The Godfather

"I'm going to make him an offer he cannot refuse". The Film Forum is having a Francis Ford Coppola film retrospective during the month of August and September. Join us as we watch his classic, Mafia film 'The Godfather' starring Marlon Brando and Al Pacino. [https://filmforum.org/film/the-godfather-coppola](https://filmforum.org/film/the-godfather-coppola) Please note: Seating is first come, first served so try to arrive early to grab a seat. After watching the movie, we can grab a drink or bite to eat nearby. If you have questions or need to get in contact, I can be reached at 917-769-2168.

Film: Train to Busan

Join us as we watch a high paced, South Korean zombie film aboard a train. 'Train to Busan' was released 10 years ago and has received overwhelmingly, positive reviews (95 percent critics score on Rotten Tomatoes). The movie is being shown at the AMC Empire 25 theater in Times Square. I have already purchased my ticket and I'm seated at **M8.** [https://www.fandango.com/amc-empire-25-aaore/theater-page?format=all&date=2026-08-15](https://www.fandango.com/amc-empire-25-aaore/theater-page?format=all&date=2026-08-15) After surviving the zombie apocalypse, we can grab a bite to eat nearby. If you have questions or need to get in contact, I can be reached at 917-769-2168.

Media & Entertainment Industry Networking Event at The Rose, Free Admission!

It’s time to announce the next in our series of networking events specifically for actors, entertainers & media professionals! The goal of these events is to bring people in the arts & media (actors, musicians, comedians, models, journalists, etc.) together so that they can share experiences and opportunities enabling them to grow in their chosen field. Location: **The Rose 160 West 25th Street, NYC** Date: **Saturday, August 22nd 8:30-11:00 PM** **Drink Specials** **Free Admission!** For more info: **AndyfTroy@aol.com** Or call/text: **917-754-4329** See you there! Andy Before the event I'll be hosting a comedy show from 6:30-8:00 PM at the same location. Admission is FREE so text me if you'd like to join us & I'll put you on the list: 917-754-4329

🎥 Let’s Shoot Reels | NY Shorts & TikToks in DUMBO

🎥 Let’s Shoot Reels | NY Shorts & TikToks in DUMBO Traveling NYC solo? Visiting with friends? Or just looking for new people to hang out with? Come shoot, explore, and make friends with us. You don’t need to be a content creator, have a huge following, or know how to film. Just bring your phone, a fun idea, and your NYC energy. We’ll meet around DUMBO & Brooklyn Bridge Park during golden hour and team up in small groups of 2–3 people. You’ll be each other’s camera crew — taking turns filming Reels, Shorts, TikToks, photos, and whatever content you want to create. The goal: Get great NYC content. Meet new people. Have a good time. Whether you’re a: ✈️ Solo traveler 👥 Coming with friends 🎓 Student 💼 Working professional 🗽 Local or visiting NYC 🎬 Creator or just someone who wants better travel content Everyone’s welcome. No experience needed. Come alone or bring a friend. ⸻ 📍 Where DUMBO & Brooklyn Bridge Park, NYC We’ll meet at the designated meeting point and move around the area together for the best views and golden-hour spots. ⏰ Schedule 5:00–5:20 PM | Meet & Connect Quick icebreaker, get to know everyone, and share the kind of content you want to shoot. 5:20–6:20 PM | Small-Group Shooting 📱 Split into groups of 2–3 and explore different spots around DUMBO. Take turns filming each other and creating your own content. 6:20–6:30 PM | Content Check 🎬 Show each other your favorite shots and share ideas. 6:30–7:00 PM | Group Challenge 🔥 Everyone comes together for a fun trend, challenge, or group video. 7:00–7:30 PM | Golden Hour + Photos + Hangout 📸 Take group photos, finish up your shots, exchange content, and hang out before wrapping up. ⸻ 🎒 What to Bring 📱 Your phone 🎬 1 video reference or content idea you’d like to try 👟 An outfit you’re excited to wear 🔋 Fully charged phone + power bank 📷 Selfie stick, mini tripod, or gimbal if you have one No equipment? No worries. Your phone is enough. For sharing content, we can use AirDrop, Quick Share, or a shared album depending on your phone. ⸻ 🤝 Why Join? 📱 Create Reels, Shorts & TikToks without filming alone 🗽 Explore DUMBO during golden hour 👋 Meet new people in NYC 🎬 Get better photos & videos from your trip 🌎 Connect with travelers, students, locals, and creators 🔥 Make memories and leave with new friends Come solo. Come with a friend. Leave with new friends and a camera roll full of NYC content. MAX 12 PEOPLE Small enough for everyone to actually participate, meet each other, and get plenty of filming time.

140th FN: No other choice, and A shock to the System

WAITING ROOM HAS BEEN ENABLED. HOST WILL IDENTIFY YOU AND LET YOU IN. Event at 12:00 p.m. NY time as usual. [https://meet.google.com/vxd-niqc-gxx](https://meet.google.com/vxd-niqc-gxx) These two films are based on the 1984 [novel](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Novel "Novel") *[A Shock to the System](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Shock_to_the_System_(novel) "A Shock to the System (novel)")* by British author [Simon Brett](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Simon_Brett "Simon Brett"). No other choice, 2025 https://ok.ru/video/12574884432446 A shock to the system, 1990 https://ok.ru/video/12574884432446

Photography Masterclass with Anya Anti in NY

Join us on **Saturday, August 29, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM** at FD Photo Studio **Astoria** for an intimate two-hour masterclass with **Anya Anti**. For this masterclass, she's working in a fully styled Pink and Flowers Set at our **Astoria 3 studio**, built around a pink telephone booth, floral installations, and a vintage phone, with professional model **Ava Namar** on set. Anya is an internationally published photographer known for dreamlike, story-driven portraits. She has taught across the US and Europe and presented for Adobe, Nikon, Wacom, and Broncolor at events like Adobe MAX, WPPI, and Photo Plus Expo. **Epic concept-driven portrait photography**. **2-hour hands-on with instructor**. **Styled set and live model**. What you get: * Two hours with Anya Anti on concept-driven portraiture and creative direction * A professionally styled "Pink & Flowers" set with a pink phone booth, florals, props, and a professional model to shoot * Guidance on developing a concept and building a cohesive visual story * Direction on composition, posing, camera settings, and working with available and studio light * A live shooting demo with the model, then hands-on time to photograph the set yourself * Real-time feedback, Q&A, and techniques you can take straight into your own creative work **TICKETS** * **Standard $195** *Register for this event on Meetup so we can help you purchase a ticket!* \*\*Limited to 10 attendees. \*\**Once we sell out, we're not adding seats.* ***Bonus:*** *Buy a ticket to the Anya Anti Photography Masterclass on August 29 and get a **free ticket to the Summer Light Group Shoot Photo Mixer** on August 30 — two events, four studios, one weekend.* **ABOUT ANYA** Anya Anti is an internationally published and award-winning fine art photographer specializing in conceptual and storytelling portraiture. Originally from Ukraine and now based in New York, she creates imaginative, dreamlike imagery that blends fantasy, symbolism, and visual storytelling. Anya has taught workshops across the United States and Europe and presented for leading brands including Adobe, Nikon, Wacom, and Broncolor at major industry events. Follow Anya: anya-anti.com and @anya_anti_art **THE THEME** Capture stunning images in a professionally designed pink floral set featuring a charming phone booth, vibrant flowers, unique props, and a professional model. **EVENT STRUCTURE** The class will begin with a brief introduction to Anya and her work, including a discussion of her creative process, sources of inspiration, and how she develops concepts and designs her sets. Following the introduction, attendees will participate in a hands-on shooting session featuring professionally prepared sets and model **Ava Namar**. Throughout the workshop, Anya will provide personalized guidance on camera settings, composition, lighting, posing, and other techniques to help participants strengthen their photography skills and create compelling images. **WHO THIS IS FOR** **Beginner to intermediate photographers** interested in creative portraiture, visual storytelling, and concept-driven work. Bring a camera and lens you're comfortable using. Familiarity with manual mode helps but isn't required. **WHAT TO BRING** * Your camera and a zoom or prime lens in the 24–120mm full-frame equivalent range * A charged battery and a memory card with at least 32GB free * A Godox or Flashpoint flash trigger if you have one — we'll loan you one if you don't * A notepad or phone for setup details **Limited to 10 attendees. Secure your seat now!** **DISCLAIMER** The event organizer reserves the right to reschedule the event, cancel the event, or change models if needed. All registered participants will be informed promptly via email. Attendees are responsible for their own equipment, personal items, and personal safety during the event. Our host will be on-site throughout to help with anything you need. *Register for this event on Meetup so we can help you purchase a ticket!*

08/22 - From The Runway to the Studio Shoot ft. Nora & Amy