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Film Florida Friday, September 18, 2026: Exploring Film Florida TV

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Film Florida Friday, September 18, 2026: Exploring Film Florida TV

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Date: Friday, September 18, 2026

Time: 9:30 AM ET

Where: Zoom (Free - Registration Required HERE)

Our upcoming session will focus on Exploring Film Florida's new streaming platform, Film Florida TV. Join us for an engaging discussion as our panelists share:

✨ The origin or Film Florida TV

✨ What the longterm goals are of the streaming platform

✨ How Film Florida members can submit their projects

Panelists scheduled to appear: Matt Wohl, President of Film Florida and Tyler Martinolich, 1st Vice President of Film Florida.

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Industry Connections - Tuesday September 8th in West Palm Beach

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Industry Connections - Tuesday September 8th in West Palm Beach

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What: Industry Connections

Date: Tuesday, September 8, 2026

Time: 6:00 - 8:00pm ET

Where: Ian Jacob Studios at The Space, 400 Clematis St., Suite 201, West Palm Beach, FL

Admission: $10 per person / FREE for Film Florida members

(members, email info@FilmFlorida.org for registration code)

Click HERE to register.

Space is limited, so don’t wait! Secure your spot today.

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Two TV programs at WFLA - Daytime and Bloom Looking for Interns 

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Two TV programs at WFLA - Daytime and Bloom Looking for Interns 

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1 or 2 days a week from 10am - 3pm (dependent on student schedule) and assist us in the office, and on set

Interested? Reach out to Mark Demopoulos at: Mdemopoulos@wfla.com

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IAE Videography Internship - Hiring Interns ASAP 

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IAE Videography Internship - Hiring Interns ASAP 

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LEARN MORE HERE & HERE

Locations: 4202 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL, 33620, US

Hiring Salary: $17.00hr

Contact: Please send your resume to Victoria Jolly at jollyv@usf.edu

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Gracyn Carter '27, left, and Tomas Lluen '27 pose on the Cannes red carpet. Photo courtesy of Carter and Lluen

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Partnership With Alum Sent Students to Cannes Film Festival: Four UTampa students attended the festival in May with Film Tampa Bay and FilmUSA

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Partnership With Alum Sent Students to Cannes Film Festival: Four UTampa students attended the festival in May with Film Tampa Bay and FilmUSA

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Read More Here: https://www.ut.edu/news-and-utampa-life/2026/partnership-with-alum-sent-students-to-cannes-film-festival-

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Job requirements:

Off campus transportation preferred but not required

Beginner level videography

Available at least once a week for at least 3 hours (plus independent editing if they want more experience which is optional)

iPhone with a data plan to record

Hours and times are completely up to the student

Compensation: This is currently an unpaid opportunity. However, for those who make a long-term commitment, revenue generated from the platforms will be shared as payouts become available.

Application requirements: Schedule a meeting with Nicholas Eisengrein:

(203) 850-8768

Nicholas@9Yaps.com or naeisengrein@usf.edu

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ISO Crew - NYU Thesis Short Filming in Tampa  

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ISO Crew - NYU Thesis Short Filming in Tampa  

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Dates: June 23-27 in Tampa, FL

-Unpaid, but meals will be provided. Hours will be shorter than usual since our protagonist is a child.

-Non-union

We're looking for:

-Script supervisor

-Gaffer

-Key grip

-Sound mixer (if coming with your own kit a fee can be negotiated)

-Boom Operator

-Hair & Makeup

-Two or three PAs

Send Resume and Intro Email to Paulis Cofresi (Producer) cofresipaulis@gmail.com

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A screening of Hacked: A Double Entendre of Rage-Fueled Karma. 

Q&A to follow with the cast & crew. 

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A screening of Hacked: A Double Entendre of Rage-Fueled Karma. 

Q&A to follow with the cast & crew. 

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The University of Tampa

The Ferman Center for the Arts

Charlene A. Gordon Theater

Thursday, May 28th @6PM

SYNOPSIS: Based on true events. The Rumble family’s dream of buying their first home turns into a nightmare when Florida’s most elusive hacker, known only as The Chameleon, steals their life savings. But this hacker messed with the wrong family. The banking system failed them. The police won’t help. Furious and desperate, they plot a revenge-fueled takedown of the hacker, determined to make him pay for every life he’s destroyed. What started as a financial tragedy soon spirals into a fast-paced, darkly comedic adventure to reclaim their money—and their dignity. Revenge has never been this fun!

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Local Short Film ISO AC, PA, and Grip/Electric 

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Local Short Film ISO AC, PA, and Grip/Electric 

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Job Requirements: Short Film ISO AC, PA, and Grip/Electric (The project is a short intended for the festival circuit, which will also serve as a proof-of-concept for a feature film focused on human trafficking and the dynamics of a Cartel family.) You will report directly to the DP (Director of Photography)

Date(s)/Time(s)/Hour(s): Tampa, FL - June 25-28

Pay: meals, IMDb credit, and a copy of the final film

Application Requirements: No Experience required, but experience on a working set or knowledge of Production flow is of benefit. Responsible individuals are encouraged to apply. Will help set up and break down equipment, must be able to be on feet consistently and lift at least 30 pounds.

Contact Information: If interested email ben.eotefilms@gmail.com

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Cady Photo Studio Looking for Photographers 

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Cady Photo Studio Looking for Photographers 

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Studio, event, and candid photography for local high schools in the area. Base pay starts at $15/hr, with room for growth and commission. We are looking for both full-time and part-time employees at our Tampa and St. Petersburg locations. Contact Robin Land (robin.land@cady.com) if interested.

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FMX Faculty Member, Paul de Lumen, Festival De Cannes Premiere "Propeller, One-Way Night Coach"

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FMX Faculty Member, Paul de Lumen, Festival De Cannes Premiere "Propeller, One-Way Night Coach"

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Paul de Lumen was the Cinematographer on Propeller, One-Way Night Coach and worked closely with John Travolta to create the look of the film. This is John Travolta's directional debut.  It’s a very personal film for Travolta so Paul feels grateful he was trusted to bring it to life.

Paul's artistic references for the film were the TV series, Mad Men, the film, Catch Me if You Can, and the American painter Edward Hopper.  He created a special LUT in camera to mimic Kodak Vision 2 motion picture film stock to give it an analogue look.

The film officially starts streaming on Apple on May 29.  You can read more about the film and it's Cannes' premiere here.

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April & May Career Talks: Marie Claire, Ogilvy, Accenture & more

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April & May Career Talks: Marie Claire, Ogilvy, Accenture & more

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As a reminder, these events are free to attend. View & Forward April + May Events.

April features our alumni talks with a visual designer who's worked at Marie Claire and an Art Director who's worked at Ogilvy across Melbourne and London, plus career workshops on resumes and AI in creative hiring.

Then, we're wrapping up in May with a session on professional networking and an alumni talk with Paul Vanier, who built his career across four cities to land at Accenture.

Past events can be access here:

[Insider Talk ft. Hulu – Recording Link]

[Career Workshop: How to Craft a Winning Portfolio – Recording Link]

[Insider Talk: What It's Really Like as a Creative Director – Recording Link]

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Charles Atlas: Film Screening and Conversation in Partnership with TMoA

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Charles Atlas: Film Screening and Conversation in Partnership with TMoA

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April 23 @ 6PM

Charlene A. Gordon Theater

Ferman Center for the Arts

RSVP FREE TICKET HERE

Join us on the University of Tampa campus for a screening of Tyranny of Consciousness and Channels/Inserts by American artist Charles Atlas, a pioneering filmmaker and video artist. Since the 1970s, Atlas has created an influential body of work that reimagines the relationship between choreography, performance, and the moving image.

The program will include an introduction and post-screening discussion led by Timothy Ridlen, Professor of Film, Animation, and New Media at the University of Tampa, and Joanna Robotham, Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art at the Tampa Museum of Art. This program is presented in conjunction with Atlas’s Kiss the Day Goodbye, currently on view at the Tampa Museum of Art.

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Film Florida Friday, April 10, 2026: Creative Storytelling & Corporate Documentary Filmmaking

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Film Florida Friday, April 10, 2026: Creative Storytelling & Corporate Documentary Filmmaking

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Friday April 10, 2026

9:30am ET on Zoom

MUST REGISTER HERE

Our upcoming session will focus on Creative Storytelling & Corporate Documentary Filmmaking. Join us for an engaging discussion as our panelists share:

✨ Their approach to storytelling

✨ How they balance creativity with client needs and wants

✨ How to stay fresh to help their clients tell their stories

Panelists scheduled to appear: Kevin Echemendia from Two Stories Media and Chris Kennelly from Kennetic Productions.

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Behind the Lens: From Editing to Directing﻿Wednesday April 8th in Fort Lauderdale

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Behind the Lens: From Editing to Directing﻿Wednesday April 8th in Fort Lauderdale

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What: From Editing to Directing w/Andi Armaganian

Date: Wednesday April 8, 2026

Time: 6:00 - 8:00pm ET

Where: The New You Studio, 2880 SW 42th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

Admission: $10 per person / FREE for Film Florida members

(members, email info@FilmFlorida.org for registration code)

Click HERE to register.

Andi Armaganian is one of Hollywood's working directors in episodic television — and she's a Fort Lauderdale original. After building a prolific career as an editor, cutting 100+ episodes of television, she completed the Warner Bros. Directing Program in 2017 and never looked back. Since then, she's directed some of the most visually ambitious series on network, cable, and streaming, including Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, Rescue: High Surf Dead Boy Detectives, Stargirl, Arrow, and The Flash. Andi is back in her hometown to share what it really takes to direct episodic television — from the edit bay to the director's chair — and to inspire the next generation of South Florida storytellers.

Space is limited, so don’t wait! Secure your spot today.

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ISO 2-3 Production Assistants for "Hometown Heart"

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ISO 2-3 Production Assistants for "Hometown Heart"

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Job Requirements: The show will highlight local people and travel destinations, including local charity efforts, restaurants, museums and other places of interest.  It will air later in the year on Washington DC area PBS and potential national distribution.

Date(s)/Time(s)/Hour(s): Sept 21-23, approx. 9-6 both days.  Probably 2 locations/day Availability on any or all days is acceptable.

Location: in and around Sarasota, FL including Mote Aquarium and Columbia restaurant.

Compensation: Production Credit. Travel expenses reimbursed. Meals provided.

Application Requirements: Any field production experience a plus, familiarity with Black Magic Ursa mini 4K, Pocket 6K, DJI Osmo, GpPro a plus.  Applicants will have the opportunity to participate at any level of interest, including camera, audio, media management, Assoc. Prod., but need not be proficient in any of these capacities to help the production.  Will train to the extent possible in any area of interest.

Contact: Text or email Jim: 908-397-8534 or jmbearhand@gmail.com

Jim Masi- Dir. of Photog.                        Stephanie Zaita-Peterson Prod./Dir.      Shallon Chapman DP/Camera

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Turn Back the Clock: Metamodern Bodies in Virtual Film Production - Thursday, April 2nd at 4pm in the Gordon Theater

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Turn Back the Clock: Metamodern Bodies in Virtual Film Production - Thursday, April 2nd at 4pm in the Gordon Theater

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Thursday, April 2nd at 4pm in the Gordon Theater.

Dr. Christina Petersen (Professor of Film Studies at Eckerd College) will give a talk titled “Turn Back the Clock: Metamodern Bodies in Virtual Film Production.”

As an index of contemporary life and culture, twenty-first century cinema so far has reflected a new cultural logic, which scholars have termed metamodernism, ruled by data, preoccupied with the past, and punctuated by crisis. This talk considers the development of real-time digital de-aging techniques employed in Robert Zemeckis’s Here (2024) as an emblem of the metamodern impulse to return to the past to rediscover individual agency amidst uncertainty. As a continuation of and break from previous motion capture, post-production digital de-aging, and virtual actor film technologies in films such as The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008), Avatar (2009), Tron: Legacy (2011), The Irishman (2019), and Gemini Man (2019), real-time, on-set de-aging in Here emphasizes the transformations of human identity into software and data where individuals find empowerment by reverting their onscreen bodies to previous versions of themselves.

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Theater of Thought - Wednesday, April 1st at 6pm in the Gordon Theater

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Theater of Thought - Wednesday, April 1st at 6pm in the Gordon Theater

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Theater of Thought—Wednesday, April 1st at 6pm in the Gordon Theater. This screening is free and open to all.

Werner Herzog is the director of countless masterworks of documentary, from Lessons of Darkness to Grizzly Man to Cave of Forgotten Dreams. (This is not to mention his narrative work, including titles such as Aguirre: The Wrath of God and Nosferatu the Vampyre.)

In Theater of Thought, Herzog turns his globetrotting investigations to neuroscience, “setting his sights on yet another mysterious landscape—the human brain—for clues as to why a hunk of tissue can produce profound thoughts and feelings while considering the philosophical, ethical, and social implications of fast-advancing neural technology.”

The film has played in festivals but is not yet streaming, so this is a rare advance screening. The trailer may be found at this link, and a poster is below.

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FMX 311 — UX/UI User Experience & User Interaction: Interactive media development from both the UX and UI side — prototyping, interface design, and the interaction cycle. (Prereq: FMX 210)

FMX 320 — Animation for Interactivity and Games: 3D modeling for games, animation clips, game engines, coding for interactive content, and VR/AR integration. (Prereq: FMX 217)

FMX 325 — Advanced Cinematography: Hands-on work with our highest-end cinema cameras, lenses, and lighting instruments, with film analysis focused on cinematographic storytelling. (Prereqs: FMX 324 + BFA Film and Media Arts major)

FMX 328 — Sound in Media: Sound design for film, animation, and new media — location and studio recording, ADR, sound effects editing, and mixing for a range of media formats. (Prereq: FMX 241)

FMX 463 — Multimedia Installation: Contemporary multimedia installation, including video projection, audio installation, mixed/virtual/augmented reality, and hybrid approaches. (Prereq: FMX 241 or instructor permission)

UTFMX 470 — Capstone Seminar in Film, Animation and New Media Studies: A Spartan Studies Culminating Experience course for BA and non-BFA students. You'll create a critical video essay thesis project with a written thesis paper on an FMX topic of your choice. (Spartan Studies CE prerequisites apply)

Check the prerequisites listed above and, in the catalog, to make sure you're eligible. If you have questions about any of these courses or need help with fall planning, don't hesitate to reach out.

https://ut.smartcatalogiq.com/en/current/catalog/course-descriptions/fmx-film-animation-and-new-media

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"PROJECT HAIL MARY" FREE ADVANCED SCREENING (FIRST COME, FIRST SEATED) 

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"PROJECT HAIL MARY" FREE ADVANCED SCREENING (FIRST COME, FIRST SEATED) 

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Wednesday, March 18th

AMC Veterans at 7:30PM (Early arrival is highly encouraged)

Download Link: https://mgmscreenings.com/PHMUTFILM

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Special Discount for UTAMPA CTRL+Create Tickets

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Special Discount for UTAMPA CTRL+Create Tickets

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We’re excited to share that UTAMPA FMX is partnering with CTRL+Create, a one-day event bringing together creators, innovators, and tech enthusiasts across music, film, design, and digital media. on April 10, 2026 in St. Pete, FL.

As part of our community, you get exclusive discounted tickets 🎟️.

👉 Use code CC50UT at checkout

📅 Date: April 10, 2026
📍 Location: Coastal Creative, St. Pete, FL
🔗 Grab your tickets here: https://ctrlandcreate.com/#tickets

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2026 Flamingo Film Festival > Open for Submissions > Deadline April 1, 2026

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2026 Flamingo Film Festival > Open for Submissions > Deadline April 1, 2026

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The submission portal is open for 12th Edition of the Flamingo Film Festival (2026) via FilmFreeway. Screenings are scheduled for Saturday, April 25th, 2026 at Florida Atlantic University's MetroLab, Fort Lauderdale campus. Please review all terms and conditions of the festival using the FilmFreeway link.

Deadline

Regular deadline for submissions is April 1st, 2026.

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Free Passes to the Advance Screening of NORMAL From The Creator of John Wick & Nobody

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Free Passes to the Advance Screening of NORMAL From The Creator of John Wick & Nobody

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Magnolia Pictures Invites you and guest to the Advance Screening of NORMAL!

Tuesday April 7 at 7:30 p.m.

AMC Veterans 24

9302 Anderson Rd, Tampa, FL 33634

Click HERE to RSVP!  Each pass admits 2.

Bob Odenkirk, Henry Winkler and Lena Headey star in a double-barreled shotgun blast of pure mayhem from the creators of JOHN WICK and NOBODY. Directed by Ben Wheatley's (FREE FIRE, HI RISE) kinetic neo-Western Odenkirk stars as an unassuming substitute sheriff with a troubled past who, after moving  to a small, sleepy town, responds to a bank robbery and unknowingly uncovers something far more explosive.

For Sheriff Ulysses (Odenkirk), his provisional posting to the quaint Midwestern town of Normal was meant to be a welcome respite from both his marital woes and recent moral injuries in the line of duty. But when a botched bank robbery interrupts the municipality’s tranquil pace, a dark secret is inadvertently exposed, and Ulysses soon discovers that the town (and its mayor, played by Henry Winkler) is anything but its namesake. Suddenly everyone is trying to shoot the sheriff, and our put-upon policeman must rely on his affable mettle and some motley crooks if he is to survive the night (and that's all before the Yakuza show up). A double-barreled shotgun blast of pure mayhem from the creators of JOHN WICK and NOBODY.

View the movie trailer, click HERE

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Milian Truck Center is looking to collaborate with a talented videography student or small production team to create a promotional video for our business. We have a large storefront and full-service repair facility that we’d like featured,

along with our team in action and the wide range of services we offer.

We are looking for:

• One 60–90 second promotional video (for in-store TV use)

• One 30 second cut for social media

We are a local, family-owned business and would love to work with a creative

student who wants real-world experience building their portfolio.

Located in Tampa

Hoping to complete within the next month

Paid opportunity

If interested, please reach out with your portfolio or sample work to:

hannah@miliantruckcenter.co

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March 15, 2026 at Water Works Park for Dance Now: Tampa Bay’s Multicultural Dance Festival - Completely FREE

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March 15, 2026 at Water Works Park for Dance Now: Tampa Bay’s Multicultural Dance Festival - Completely FREE

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Here’s what the day looks like:

Water Works Park, Down Town Tampa

4:00 PM – Festival Opens

4:30 PM – Free Dance Classes

6:30 PM – Youth Dance Performances Begin

7:05 PM - Salsa Class

7:30 PM - Dance Installations Around the Park

7:40 PM - Main Show Kick Off with

Paula Nuñez, Founder & Artistic Director, Tampa City Ballet

Santiago Corrado, CEO, Visit Tampa Bay

Shana Corrado, Executive Director, Dance Tampa Bay

Michele Smith, Executive Director, Tampa Arts Alliance

7:50 PM - Main Show Begins

9:30 PM - Glow Dance Party Concludes the Event

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Participants Needed: Eye-Tracking Study on Digital Design & User Experience

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Participants Needed: Eye-Tracking Study on Digital Design & User Experience

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When: Tuesdays or Thursdays between 5:00 PM and 9:00 PM (interested candidates will be assigned a specific time slot within these hours).

Where: The Cass UX/Media Lab (CCB 230).

Duration: The session will take approximately 15–20 minutes.

What will you be doing?

Participants will undergo a brief, non-invasive eye-tracking session in which they browse various website layouts while a sensor records their natural visual attention. The study consists of four short tasks and a few questions following each task.

INTERESTED? CONTACT: elizabeth.divers@spartans.ut.edu.

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View From The Edge - World Premiere - Gasparilla International Film Festival

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View From The Edge - World Premiere - Gasparilla International Film Festival

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AMC West Shore Theater #5

AMC Theaters Westshore Plaza
210 Westshore Plaza
Tampa, FL 33609

March 7, 2026, 9:15 - 11:30 PM EST

GET TICKETS HERE

TRAILER HERE

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THE BRIDE!: IMAX FREE ADVANCED SCREENING (FIRST COME, FIRST SEATED) 

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THE BRIDE!: IMAX FREE ADVANCED SCREENING (FIRST COME, FIRST SEATED) 

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Tuesday, March 3rd

AMC Veterans 24

7:30PM (Early arrival is highly encouraged)

DOWNLOAD YOUR PASSES HERE: https://wbtickets.com/UTBRIDE

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Film Florida Friday- Women in Production, March 6, 2026

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Film Florida Friday- Women in Production, March 6, 2026

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Women in Production

Friday March 6, 2026

9:30am ET

Where: Zoom (Free, but registration is required)

RSVP HERE

Our upcoming session will focus on Women in Production in honor of Women's History Month. Join us for an engaging discussion as our panelists share:

✨ Their path to success in the industry.

✨ The challenges they have faced, and continue to face.

✨ Opportunities for women in the industry.

This month we welcome special guest host Sandy Lighterman. Panelists scheduled to appear: Kelly Paige, Lindsey Sandrin, Mo Fitzgibbon and Marietta Carter-Narcisse.

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2026 NATAS Suncoast Student Production Awards CALL-FOR-ENTRIES Now Online!

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2026 NATAS Suncoast Student Production Awards CALL-FOR-ENTRIES Now Online!

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The Call for Entries is now open and available online to college and high school students within the Suncoast region, including the the entire State of Florida, Alexandria, Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Lake Charles and New Orleans, Louisiana, Mobile, Alabama, Thomasville, Georgia, and Puerto Rico.

The purpose of the Suncoast Student Production Awards is to recognize outstanding student achievement in media production by conferring awards of merit within the Chapter’s designated awards region. These awards are intended to encourage the continued pursuit of excellence among students studying media and journalism, while also bringing public attention to exceptional cultural, educational, technological, entertainment, news, and informational work.

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FMX Faculty Exhibition Opening, Friday, January 30, 5-7pm

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FMX Faculty Exhibition Opening, Friday, January 30, 5-7pm

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Please join us at the Scarfone/Hartley Gallery Friday, Jan 30th from 5-7pm, for the opening reception of the Film, Animation and New Media Faculty Exhibition. FMX Artists exhibiting:

Elena Cifuentes, Dana Corrigan, Taylor Curry, Paul de Lumen, Santiago Echeverry, James Leming, Nora Long, Gregg Perkins, and Dana Plays.

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Film Florida Friday- Cannes 2026 Preview, January 30, 2026

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Film Florida Friday- Cannes 2026 Preview, January 30, 2026

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Cannes 2026 Preview

Friday January 30, 2026

9:30am ET on Zoom

REGISTER HERE

Our upcoming session will focus 2026 Cannes Marché du Film and Cannes Film Festival, May 12 – 23, 2026. While the Cannes Film Festival is commonly known for red carpet glamor, industry professionals recognize the Cannes Market as the premiere marketing and networking event in the entire creative industry. Join us for an engaging discussion as our panelists share:

✨ Their experiences from the 2025 Cannes Marché du Film and Cannes Film Festival.

✨ Opportunities for the 2026 edition.

✨ How to participate with Film Florida and FilmUSA.

Panelists scheduled to appear: Kelly Paige, Michelle Hillery, Andy Schefter, Todd Roobin, Tyler Martinolich, Tony Armer, Julia Camara.

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Aperture International Student Film Festival presented by Emory Film and Media Waiver Code

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Aperture International Student Film Festival presented by Emory Film and Media Waiver Code

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Submission Waiver Code: AISFF26

https://filmfreeway.com/ApertureInternationalStudentFilmFestival

The early submission deadline is January 31.

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January 30 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

TICKETS HERE

Tampa Bay filmmakers telling their stories through their lens.

The Carrollwood Cultural Center is pleased to invite audiences to its first annual The Studio Project Short Film Festival, featuring films by local Tampa Bay-area residents.

The films in this year’s festival are:

Circus Saved My Life by Stewart Lippe: A documentary about a Mongolian woman, a circus performer and a victim of domestic violence, who negotiated a contract with Barnum and Bailey Circus, enabling her to escape her situation in Mongolia and relocate to the United States to work.

The Owl in the Antique Store by Spencer Lowe: An artifact found in an antique store has a dark and mysterious past, and the carved figure’s influence has dire consequences for its new owner’s future.

Life is Short by Collen Herlihy: A young woman promises her grandmother she will take her ashes back to the place she was born in Ireland. While there, she learns the real reason her grandmother left Ireland.

Nerd in the Hood by Sage Skarshinski-Fred: A stereotypical nerd takes a detour while in a rush to arrive at the Engineering Convention, leading to him getting lost in a bad neighborhood.

Bob by Russell Savage: A teenage boy has a dream and wants to be a superhero. He goes to fight bad guys and gets beaten, heals, and takes them on again, only to get beaten again. Then the superhero arrives and saves him. The teenage boy realizes superheroes suck and puts the costume away, maybe to be brought back out one day.

A Different Kind of Bird by Ethan Huggins: A newlywed couple hosts their first Thanksgiving. Surely they can avoid the family drama, right?

The festival will showcase all six films each day to audiences. Admission to attend is $5 per day.

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Friday, Feb. 13th, 7:00 p.m.

Charlene A. Gordon Theater, Ferman Center for the Arts

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Film Florida Invites Students to Compete in Statewide Challenge

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Film Florida Invites Students to Compete in Statewide Challenge

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Winners will have their work showcased on Film Florida's brand-new streaming channel.

Who Can Enter

Open to Florida-based high school and college students

Students must be currently enrolled at the time of participation

Competition Dates

Notice of Participation Due: February 20, 2026 (Email Tyler Martinolich tmartinolich@visittampabay.com)

Filmmaking Window: March 6–16, 2026 (10 days)

Final Submission Deadline: March 16, 2026

Film Requirements

Maximum runtime: 5 minutes

Films must be shot entirely in Florida

Films must be written, shot, and edited during the 10-day challenge window

Each team will receive:

A Florida-themed creative prompt

A required line of dialogue

A required prop

Submission Platform

Submit notice of participation and final film via FilmFreeway

Submission link: filmfreeway.com/FilmFloridaTVShowcase

Awards & Recognition

11 total awards

Awards presented separately for high school and college filmmakers

Award categories include:

Best High School Student Film - Scholarship of $500

Best College Student Film - Scholarship of $500

Best Director

Best Editing

Best Screenplay

Best Cinematography

Audience Choice Award (voted on by viewers) - Scholarship of $500

Where Winning Films Will Be Shown

All films will be featured on Film Florida TV

Winners will be compiled into an Award Show Video which will also be hosted on Film Florida TV

Films will be part of the official launch of Film Florida’s new streaming service

Competition Contact

Tyler Martinolich

tmartinolich@visittampabay.com

Submit Here: https://filmfreeway.com/FilmFloridaTVShowcase

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Albertine's French Film Cinema Series is Starting Feb. 6th

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Albertine's French Film Cinema Series is Starting Feb. 6th

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THE HOUSEMAID: FREE ADVANCED SCREENING (FIRST COME, FIRST SEATED) 

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THE HOUSEMAID: FREE ADVANCED SCREENING (FIRST COME, FIRST SEATED) 

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Date: Tuesday, December 9th

Time: 7:30 PM

Location: AMC Veterans

DOWNLOAD YOUR PASSES HERE: https://lionsgatescreenings.com/UTFILMTHM

If asked to input a code, it is UTFILMTHM

THE HOUSEMAID is a wildly entertaining thriller starring Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried, based on the best-selling book. From director Paul Feig, the film plunges audiences into a twisted world where perfection is an illusion, and nothing is as it seems. Trying to escape her past, Millie (Sweeney) accepts a job as a live-in housemaid for the wealthy Nina (Seyfried) and Andrew Winchester (Brandon Sklenar). But what begins as a dream job quickly unravels into something far more dangerous — a sexy, seductive game of secrets, scandal, and power. Behind the Winchesters’ closed doors lies a world of shocking twists that will leave you guessing until the very end.

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Sunscreen x FMX Presents: Vertical Video Storytelling Revolution Workshop

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Sunscreen x FMX Presents: Vertical Video Storytelling Revolution Workshop

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https://ut.video.yuja.com/V/Video?v=14683098&node=63194083&a=182031634

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Vertical Video Storytelling Revolution Workshop

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Vertical Videos are dominating the conversation. Find out why and how you can create in this format.

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Job Requirements: Looking for creative individuals to assist with a starting out Singer's first music video. Music video will be approximately 3 minutes of material and 3 locations.

Date(s)/Time(s)/Hour(s): Flexible to the individuals schedule

Pay: $500 flat rate

Contact: jmackin456@gmail.com; thomas.mackin@gmail.com

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Film Florida Friday- Stunts in Production

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Film Florida Friday- Stunts in Production

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RSVP HERE

Friday December 5, 2025

9:30am ET on Zoom

Our upcoming session will focus on stunts in production. Join us for an engaging discussion as our panelists share:

✨ Training required for their role.

✨ Their path to success in the industry.

✨ The challenges they have faced, and continue to face.

✨ Behind the scenes stories.

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Epic Games Interns work with seasoned experts in the gaming world to craft and hone your skill for the future. Join our exciting team to work on Fortnite, to Unreal Engine to the Epic Games Store.

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Student Marketing Internship (Stage Works Theatre) for Credit (also on Handshake)

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Student Marketing Internship (Stage Works Theatre) for Credit (also on Handshake)

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Stage Works is seeking three to four motivated students eager to gain hands-on marketing experience in the performing arts industry. This unpaid internship offers students the opportunity to combine their passions for film, theater, and marketing while learning what it takes to promote live productions and community events.

Interns will have the opportunity to:

Collaborate directly with Stage Works’ marketing team.

Contribute to promotional campaigns and audience engagement strategies.

Attend professional conferences and events.

Build a network of contacts within Tampa’s creative and entertainment scene.

Attached a promotional ad for the current production, Evil Dead.

DIRECT CONTACT:

Andrew J. Dimino
(845) 500-5095
andrewdimino32@gmail.com

Alex Paz
Marketing Manager, Stage Works Theatre
Apaz@StageWorksTheatre.org

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FMX Equipment Cage hours for Thanksgiving - CLOSED Tuesday 11/25 - Sunday 11/30

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FMX Equipment Cage hours for Thanksgiving - CLOSED Tuesday 11/25 - Sunday 11/30

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The cage is closed for Thanksgiving break Tuesday 11/25 - Sunday 11/30. That means we will close Monday 11/24 at 10pm and open back up Monday 12/1 at 8am. Please make your bookings and plans well in advance. The information is always posted on our site.

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Documentary Private Screening: Second Chances at USF

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Documentary Private Screening: Second Chances at USF

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📅 Monday, November 17th

⏰ 6:00 PM

📍 The Portico Café — 1001 N Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33602

Please RSVP at the link provided below.

https://hydeparkumc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/1886/responses/new

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ISO: Videographer for Local Non-Profit's 30th Winter Ball 

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ISO: Videographer for Local Non-Profit's 30th Winter Ball 

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When: Jan. 24th 2025

What: Short social media videos and promotional material

Pay: $500

Contact: Victoria at 813-300-4785

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Livestream w/ Ken Burns on new "American Revolution" Documentary Series WED NOV 19 @ Reeves Theater

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Livestream w/ Ken Burns on new "American Revolution" Documentary Series WED NOV 19 @ Reeves Theater

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Wednesday November 19

Vaughn Center's Reeves Theater

Light refreshments - 4:30pm

Stream 5-6pm

Livestream of a conversation w/ Ken Burns and Sarah Botstein about their new, six-part documentary series, "The American Revolution," which airs on PBS that same week. The livestream is exclusive to college campuses and features a discussion of the history and politics of the Revolutionary Era, its relevance for modern Americans, and the art of putting together a documentary like this.

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Sunscreen x FMX Presents: How to Make Your Film in Florida Without State Film Incentives

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Sunscreen x FMX Presents: How to Make Your Film in Florida Without State Film Incentives

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Film Florida Friday- Florida Local Incentives

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Film Florida Friday- Florida Local Incentives

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RSVP HERE

Friday November 7, 2025

9:30am ET on Zoom

Our upcoming session will focus on the various local incentives in Florida. Join us for an engaging discussion as our panelists share:

✨ Incentives available in their region.

✨ How to apply.

✨ Types of projects eligible.

Panelists scheduled to appear: Tyler Martinolich (Hillsborough County), Sandy Lighterman (Broward County), Quinn Chittenden (Pinellas County), Michelle Hillery (Palm Beach County), Francys Vallecillo (Miami Beach), Todd Roobin (Jacksonville).

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Sunscreen x FMX Presents: Vertical Video Storytelling Revolution Workshop

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Sunscreen x FMX Presents: Vertical Video Storytelling Revolution Workshop

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Vertical Videos are dominating the conversation. Find out why and how you can create in this format.

Tuesday, Dec. 2nd, 6:30pm

Charlene A. Gordon Theater

Ferman Center for the Arts

Reserve Tickets Here

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Art Therapy Guest Speaker with Hands-On Art Demo 

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Art Therapy Guest Speaker with Hands-On Art Demo 

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FMX 301 - Understanding Animation
Animation majors can use this class INSTEAD of ART 357 Modern Art!

FMX 327 - Location Sound

Great for all FMA and New Media majors and complements what you do in FMX 328 -Sound in Media.

FMX 332 - Storyboarding

This is an ideal class for all BFAs in FMX. First time offered!

UTFMX 470 - Capstone Seminar in Film, Animation and New Media Studies

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NOW YOU SEE ME: NOW YOU DONT (FIRST COME, FIRST SEATED)

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NOW YOU SEE ME: NOW YOU DONT (FIRST COME, FIRST SEATED)

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NOW YOU SEE ME: NOW YOU DON’T

📅 Date: Saturday, October 25
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: AMC Westshore Plaza

Pass Link (Admit 2 per pass, 20 available): https://lionsgatescreenings.com/UTNYSM

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Cute Pastel Pumpkin Illustrated Halloween Party Invitation Poster Portrait

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Tampa Animation Festival on Campus Nov. 6-9th FREE for ALL 

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Tampa Animation Festival on Campus Nov. 6-9th FREE for ALL 

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https://www.tampaanimationfestival.com/schedule/

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Marketing and Promotions Assistant with UTampa Athletics

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Marketing and Promotions Assistant with UTampa Athletics

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We’re currently looking for a student to assist our department with video and motion graphics projects. The position offers flexible hours, and much of the work can be done remotely or on your own schedule. To start, we’d like to have the selected student come into our office to discuss the project details and outline a game plan.

These graphics will be used to promote our men’s and women’s lacrosse teams. While the upcoming season schedule hasn’t been released yet, we’ll need the graphics completed prior to the start of the season. Once the schedule is finalized, we’ll share it with all interested applicants. Students can begin working on the graphics this semester to ensure plenty of time for completion.

This is a paid on-campus position at minimum wage, with hours submitted through Workday.

Interested? Email: abranstiter@ut.edu & dslywka@ut.edu

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Armature Works "Night Rides" Halloween Event looking for Scare Performers

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Armature Works "Night Rides" Halloween Event looking for Scare Performers

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Looking for performers who would be interested in dressing up in Halloween costumes and makeup, to create a spooky atmosphere, and scare guests during the event.

Dates: Saturday, October 18th

Times: 7:00–10:00 PM

Compensation: Armature Works gift card for their time

Contact: sophie@armatureworks.com

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Film Florida Friday- Hispanic Industry Leaders & Content Creators, October 17, 2025

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Film Florida Friday- Hispanic Industry Leaders & Content Creators, October 17, 2025

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Date: Friday, October 17, 2025

Time: 9:30 AM ET

Where: Zoom (Free, but registration is required)

REGISTER HERE

Our upcoming session will feature a discussion with Hispanic Industry Leaders & Content Creators in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. Join us for an engaging discussion as our panelists share:

✨ Their path to success in the industry.

✨ The importance of telling authentic stories.

✨ Working in Florida.

Panelists schedule to appear: Jessica Grenat, Eddie Del Carmen, Carla Sosa-Fuster, Maria Capellan.

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Congratulations to Nicole Potamousis for her UTampa spotlight discussing her film "Patty." 

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Congratulations to Nicole Potamousis for her UTampa spotlight discussing her film "Patty." 

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CONGRATULATIONS to Film Tampa Bay's Newest Production Assistant Master Certification Program Participants!

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CONGRATULATIONS to Film Tampa Bay's Newest Production Assistant Master Certification Program Participants!

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Congratulations to FMX students Jeton Jao and Alicia Felts for being selected to participate in the Film Tampa Bay's newest Production Assistant Master Certification Program.

This program is designed to equip aspiring filmmakers with industry-critical skills. Participants are selected through an application process and will be apart of an online course covering all areas of a Production Assistance job and need to knows, to be successful in this role. There is also an in person portion of the course with a few select participants being placed on a Tampa Bay production. The participants will receive IMDB credit and invaluable networking opportunities.

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New Campus Club, CAFE - Collaborative for Animation, Film and Entertainment 

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New Campus Club, CAFE - Collaborative for Animation, Film and Entertainment 

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Instagram: cafe_utampa

Co-Founders: Carolina Sakamoto Coraini, Luiza Beltrame

Contact info: c.sakamotocoraini@spartans.ut.edu - l.caracciobeltrame@spartans.ut.edu

This club is going to be all about sharing knowledge in media, software, design, art and creative mediums. It is going to be a place to talk about how movies were made: practical and visual effects, writing choices, visual elements and cues...; Create portfolio material; Teach and learn about software like Adobe, Procreate, Unreal Engine, Maya, Blender...; and have a space for collaboration and bonding with people interested in the area. Also, a big part of the club will be Coffee! We plan on serving many types of coffee during events and meetings, so if that interests you, great join us!

Not major specific. Please contact us if interested in becoming a board member for this newly made club! We are recruiting!

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Come meet and connect with other film students, theatre students and the like for UTampa campus networking and support for your next project!

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Sunscreen x FMX Presents: Creating a Sustainable Career in Film

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Sunscreen x FMX Presents: Creating a Sustainable Career in Film

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Recorded talk with Tony Armor and Christian Blauvelt from IndieWire.

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Blind Tiger’s Ybor City - September 19th “Flannel Friday” in association with One Battle After Another Movie

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Blind Tiger’s Ybor City - September 19th “Flannel Friday” in association with One Battle After Another Movie

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- Free coffee to the first 100 costumers that come in wearing flannel and sporting their Bob-core (Leonardo DiCaprio’s character)

- A complimentary drink of their choice, which can include the exclusive, film-inspired Créme De La Revolution

- Immersive photo opp on-site

- Swag giveaways

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Behind the Lens: "Aerial Drone Cinematography" September 24 in Fort Lauderdale

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Behind the Lens: "Aerial Drone Cinematography" September 24 in Fort Lauderdale

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What: Aerial Cinematography in Production

Date: Wednesday September 24, 2025

Time: 6:00 - 8:00pm ET

Where: The New You Studio, 2880 SW 42th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

Admission: $10 per person / FREE for Film Florida members

(members, email info@FilmFlorida.org for registration code)

Click HERE to register.

Get ready to soar to new heights with Aerial Drone Cinematography in Production and learn to capture stunning footage from above! Keith Colodny, SOC founder and lead cinematographer of Precision Aerial Filmworks is a true pioneer and the drone industry. Keith has filmed for Hollywood Studios, streaming shows, and many commercial productions across South Florida. In this session he'll share pro tips and the secrets to turning aerial footage into pure movie magic!

Space is limited, so don’t wait! Secure your spot today.

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Indie Short Film filming in Tampa, FL Nov. 7-9th Crew Call 

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Indie Short Film filming in Tampa, FL Nov. 7-9th Crew Call 

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The project is a coming of age, youth shoplifting story set in and around a mall (likely University Mall), a country club, and inside a car. Small but solid crew.

Looking for producers, production assistants, general crew. Non-paid, credit provided.

Contact:

Pete Guzzo, pg2@peteguzzo.com
Integrated Producer, Production Manager + Creative Content Strategist
813-477-0003
www.peteguzzo.com

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RESCHEDULED Sunscreen x FMX Presents: How to Make Your Film in Florida Without State Film Incentives

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RESCHEDULED Sunscreen x FMX Presents: How to Make Your Film in Florida Without State Film Incentives

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Panelists will include Tyler from the Tampa Film Commission, filmmakers Todd Weisman and Christa Boarini, and David Yates. Quinn, St. Pete Clearwater Film Commission.

Tuesday, Nov. 4th, 6:30 p.m.

Charlene A. Gordon Theater

Ferman Center for the Arts

Reserve Ticket Here

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Sunscreen x FMX Presents: Creating a Sustainable Career in Film

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Sunscreen x FMX Presents: Creating a Sustainable Career in Film

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What No One Tells You About Longevity, Burnout, and Reinvention. Featuring Christian Blauvelt from IndieWire.

Tuesday, Sep. 23, 6:30 p.m.

Charlene A. Gordon Theater

Ferman Center for the Arts

Reserve Ticket Here

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MEET MARK HOLTON at Screenings this Weekend 

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MEET MARK HOLTON at Screenings this Weekend 

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Sun-ray Cinema 12332 University Mall CT Tampa FL

Teen Wolf  - Sat. 9/13 @ 3pm

https://www.sunraycinema.com/movies/2056-teen-wolf-with-mark-holton-aka-chubby-live/

https://booking.sunraycinema.com/seats/14438/041722000081

And

Pee-Wee's Big Adventure

Saturday 9/13 @ 8pm

https://www.sunraycinema.com/movies/2576-pee-wees-big-adventure-with-mark-holton-francis-buxton/

https://booking.sunraycinema.com/seats/14438/041723000081

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 ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER (FIRST COME, FIRST SEATED)

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 ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER (FIRST COME, FIRST SEATED)

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Free Advance Screening in IMAX

Monday, September 22nd

AMC Veterans

7:30PM

LINK TO PASSES: https://wbtickets.com/UTOBAA

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Feedback Film Screening for NOMAD - Students get a $50 Visa Giftcard for Attending and Providing Feedback 

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Feedback Film Screening for NOMAD - Students get a $50 Visa Giftcard for Attending and Providing Feedback 

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Date: Monday, September 8th
Time: 7 pm
Compensation: $50 digital gift card sent after film
Location: Studio Movie Grill Seminole

NOMAD
Nomad is about a mysterious loner who has a condition where he's teleported to a new location on Earth every 12 hours, with no choice in where.

Directed by Taron Lexton
Starring Leo Woodall (The White Lotus)
This movie was filmed in 30 countries, across 7 continents.

Interested?

Contact: rachel@aplusaudiences.com

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New Campus Club, CAFE - Collaborative for Animation, Film and Entertainment

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New Campus Club, CAFE - Collaborative for Animation, Film and Entertainment

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Instagram: cafe_utampa

Co-Founders: Carolina Sakamoto Coraini, Luiza Beltrame

Contact info: c.sakamotocoraini@spartans.ut.edu - l.caracciobeltrame@spartans.ut.edu

This club is going to be all about sharing knowledge in media, software, design, art and creative mediums. It is going to be a place to talk about how movies were made: practical and visual effects, writing choices, visual elements and cues...; Create portfolio material; Teach and learn about software like Adobe, Procreate, Unreal Engine, Maya, Blender...; and have a space for collaboration and bonding with people interested in the area.

Also, a big part of the club will be Coffee!

We plan on serving many types of coffee during events and meetings, so if that interests you, great join us!

Not major specific. Please contact us if interested in becoming a board member for this newly made club! We are recruiting!

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EPIC GAMES Internships NOW OPEN for 2026!

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EPIC GAMES Internships NOW OPEN for 2026!

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Internships vary from Engine Software, Gameplay, Environmental Art, User Identity Services and more.

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Join Epic Games Today! See Our Latest Career and Job Opportunities.

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Visit Epic Games Careers to see the latest jobs and employment opportunities. Join an exciting team pushing the limits in gaming and interactive entertainment.

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Apply for the Production Assistant Master Certification Program through Film Tampa Bay

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Apply for the Production Assistant Master Certification Program through Film Tampa Bay

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Apply Here

DEADLINE to SUBMIT is SEPTEMBER 25th

Film Tampa Bay has partnered with Stage 32, a leading online education platform for film and television professionals, to launch the Production Assistant Master Certification Program! We’re searching for candidates to participate in this exciting opportunity at no cost.

This program is designed to equip aspiring filmmakers with industry-critical skills.

What Participants Will Receive

An online course covering:

Fundamentals of Production Assisting

Production Assisting: On-Set Protocol

Production Assisting: Paperwork & Department Interaction

Call Sheets

A weekend in-person course taught by industry professionals to support what they learned in the online segment.

At the end of the program, a select group of passing participants will be placed on a Tampa Bay production. The participants will receive IMDB credit and invaluable networking opportunities.

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[UFVA] 2026 Carole Fielding Student Grant Applications OPEN!

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[UFVA] 2026 Carole Fielding Student Grant Applications OPEN!

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The UFVA sponsored Carole Fielding Student Grant supports production or research proposals. The grant is open to undergraduate and graduate students in film, media, and/or related fields. Applicant must be an enrolled student at the time the application is made. A faculty member who is an active UFVA member must sponsor the applicant. Categories are narrative, documentary, experimental, animation, new media, and research.

The deadline is December 15, 2025

Eligibility:  An applicant must be a student (undergraduate/graduate) at the time the application is made.  A faculty member who is an active member of the University Film & Video Association or staff at a UFVA member institution must sponsor the applicant.

MORE HERE

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🎙️ Gregg Perkins Knows Film Education on Loose Framing Podcast

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🎙️ Gregg Perkins Knows Film Education on Loose Framing Podcast

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LISTEN HERE

WATCH HERE

🎙️University of Tampa Gregg Perkins sits down with Tyler on this episode of Loose Framing Podcast. Gregg Perkins is a longtime multimedia artist and media arts educator, and he's here to discuss the fundamentals, AI in the modern classroom, and the importance of adjusting to each generation of students. PLUS! Gregg gives us a rundown of his career here in Tampa Bay and what makes us special in the digital scene.

You don't want to miss this month's episode of Loose Framing Podcast!

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Hosts Tyler Martinolich and Birdie Doyle explore the broader tapestries of Tampa Bay's film industry and community to give you insight into the craft fueled by an unwavering passion for making films. Featuring in-depth discussions with local production crew about industry trends, the realities of being on set, and what it's actually like to work in Florida. Loose Framing dishes out the real, raw, and unedited stories of people who don't mind when the frame of conversation breaks to reveal more than expected.

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Ep. 49: Gregg Perkins Knows Film Education | Loose Framing

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University of Tampa professor Gregg Perkins sits down with Tyler on this episode of Loose Framing Podcast. Gregg Perkins is a longtime multimedia artist and media arts educator, and he's here to discuss the fundamentals, AI in the modern classroom, and the importance of adjusting to each generation of students.

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Film Florida Friday, September 12, 2025: Screenplay Development

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Film Florida Friday, September 12, 2025: Screenplay Development

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Date: Friday, September 12, 2025

Time: 9:30 AM ET

Where: Zoom

Register Here

Our upcoming session will focus on Screenplay Development with award-winning screenwriter, novelist, and creative entrepreneur Jaimie Engle. She brings a unique blend of heart, humor, and high concept to every project—helping writers shape unforgettable stories and strategically protect their IP. Join us for an engaging discussion as Jaimie shares:

✨ The Spark and the Spine

✨ From Beats to Blueprint

✨ Emotion, Expansion, and Getting to Draft

✨ Drafting, Process, and Professional Mindset

About Film Florida Fridays:

These free, interactive conversations take place monthly and cover current topics, initiatives, and relationship-building within Florida’s screen production industry. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or an emerging talent, grab a cup of coffee and connect directly with industry leaders in an open and collaborative environment.

Space is limited, so don’t wait! Secure your spot today.

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Screenwriting Competition Opportunity with 35% off for student submissions 

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Screenwriting Competition Opportunity with 35% off for student submissions 

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Space Dream Productions Short Film Screenwriting Competition - FilmFreeway

USE CODE: STUDENTBONUS35

Deadline Extended: October 15th

This waiver code is also valid for the additional feedback option, which includes 3-4 pages of detailed feedback on all major judging aspects of the script, including the judges overall scores and general notes.

A screenwriting competition where the grand prize is the winning script will be produced into a short film! With this, the writers also get on-screen and IMDb credit as well as a short film eligible for awards in film festivals internationally!

Space Dream Productions is a multi-award-winning production company founded in 2013 by Koura Linda that produces independent film and media productions. The staff at Space Dream Productions has over 50 years of combined experience in the entertainment industry and has received over 200 award nominations and 70 awards including 20 different projects winning or nominated for “Best Picture” at festivals around the world.

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Exciting Opportunity for Students – ReelShort Contest Is Now Open!

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Exciting Opportunity for Students – ReelShort Contest Is Now Open!

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Reel Vertical Impact: Make It Short. Make It Sweet. Make It Vertical.

Submission Deadline: September 12, 2025

This is a unique opportunity for students to showcase their creativity, win cash prizes, and even get their work produced by ReelShort.

Here’s what you need to know:

Who Can Join? Anyone, anywhere — this is a global contest open to all creatives!

Categories:

·  Romance

·  Suspense

·  ReelShort Fan Adaptation

·  Beyond Genres

Submission Guidelines:

·  Format: Vertical video(s); MP4, MOV

·  Duration:  45–90 seconds

·  Language: English; if the content is not in English - please provide English subtitles

·  Ownership: You must hold the copyright

·  Exclusivity: Not required

Submission Portal: [Submission Link]
Stay updated via our Interest Form: [Interest Form]

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God's Fingers - Local Feature Filming in Pinellas and Hillsborough - PA's Wanted

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God's Fingers - Local Feature Filming in Pinellas and Hillsborough - PA's Wanted

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God's Fingers is filming in several locations in the Clearwater Beach and Tampa Area. There are a variety of days from June 16th-27th when PA's may be needed. This is an un-paid opportunity and you must be a local hire with ability to commute to and from set everyday. Production will provide credit, food and gas reimbursement. If interested email dgreer2016@gmail.com with your film resume.