Corpus Christi Film Commission

16/10/2026

Local talent. Real opportunities. Make sure you're on our radar!

Corpus Christi is attracting more film productions, and we want our local filmmaking community to be part of the action!

The Corpus Christi Film Commission connects visiting productions with local talent through our Filmmaker Database. When productions come looking for crew and industry professionals, we want to be able to point them to YOU.

Whether you're experienced in the industry or looking to grow your connections, getting listed is a great place to start.

Don't miss the chance to be considered for upcoming projects!

Register for FREE: https://corpuschristi.reel-scout.com/crew_registration.aspx?cl=C&type=C

Know someone in the local film community? Tag them below and help us grow our network!

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16/10/2026

65 years of jazz in Corpus Christi!

From its beginnings at Del Mar College to becoming one of our city's most beloved music traditions, the Texas Jazz Festival has played an important role in shaping the Coastal Bend's music scene.

The Bend Magazine takes a look back at the festival's history, the musicians who started it, and the lasting impact of jazz on our community.

With the 65th annual Texas Jazz Festival happening this weekend, it's the perfect time to celebrate this incredible piece of Corpus Christi's musical heritage.

Check out the full story below!

16/10/2026

Calling all songwriters!

Submissions are now open for the 2027 Corpus Christi Songwriters Festival, happening February 12–14!

This annual event brings together talented songwriters for three days of live music, collaboration, and community right here in Corpus Christi.

Interested in taking the stage? Submit your music by October 24 for a chance to be part of next year's festival!

Learn more and apply at ccsongwriters.com.

Good morning! We have some exciting news!
Submissions to perform at the 🎶🎸 2027 Corpus Christi Songwriters Festival will 🎶🎸 open THIS SUNDAY, Oct. 11!

Any songwriter interested in performing at the 2027 fest will have until 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 24 to submit.

Our annual — taking place Feb. 12-14, 2027 — is a great way to meet and connect with other songwriters while performing over three days on the South Texas coast!

To learn more, and to submit beginning Sunday, visit ccsongwriters.com.

16/10/2026

The Texas Jazz Festival is happening this weekend, and they could use your help!

One of Corpus Christi’s favorite music traditions is looking for volunteers to help bring its 65th annual festival to life, October 16–18.

Whether you have a few hours or a full shift to spare, this is a great opportunity to support our local music community and be part of a longstanding Corpus Christi tradition.

Check out the original post for volunteer opportunities and sign-up details!

15/10/2026

🎬 20 years of film, art, and community!

The Rockport Film Festival is celebrating its 20th anniversary, and we're excited to help spread the word!

Join filmmakers, film lovers, and creatives from across the Coastal Bend for a weekend celebrating independent cinema, storytelling, and the arts.

Hosted by the Rockport Center for the Arts, this year's festival will feature film screenings, filmmaker Q&As, and opportunities to connect with fellow film enthusiasts.

🎥 Red Carpet Party:October 29, 2026
🎬 Film Festival:October 30 – November 1, 2026
📍Location:The ROCC (The Rockport Conference Center), 106 S. Austin Street, Rockport, TX

Plus, don't miss the festival's free Sunday programming!

Events like the Rockport Film Festival help strengthen our regional filmmaking community by bringing audiences and storytellers together.

Explore the festival lineup, event details, and ticket information:

https://www.rockportartcenter.com/rockportfilmfestival

14/10/2026

🎬 Young screenwriters, this one is worth a look!
The NFFTY Screenwriting Intensive: Story Starts Here is a national-level opportunity for emerging screenwriters ages 24 and under.
Four selected filmmakers will receive one-on-one industry mentorship, personalized script feedback and the opportunity to have their screenplay presented in a table read at NFFTY 2027 in Seattle, with travel and lodging provided.
While the program takes place in Seattle, opportunities like this can connect emerging Corpus Christi filmmakers with the broader national film community while building valuable experience, relationships and skills to bring back to their own filmmaking journey.
📅 Deadline: October 23, 2026
Learn more and apply: https://www.nffty.org/storystartshere
Know a young filmmaker or screenwriter who could benefit? Share this opportunity with them!

09/10/2026

🎬🎵 Hosting a film or music event in Corpus Christi?

We want to know about it!

From film screenings and festivals to live music, workshops, showcases and other creative events, submit your upcoming event to the Visit Corpus Christi Events Calendar and help more people discover what’s happening in our local film and music communities.

📅 Submit your event:
https://bit.ly/4zpF8Xf

Know someone planning an upcoming film or music event? Tag them or share this post!

07/10/2026

🎬 Curious about what it’s like to work on a professional film set?

Here’s an opportunity for emerging actors, filmmakers and anyone interested in gaining firsthand production experience.

A paid extras casting call is currently open for Landman, filming in Fort Worth. While it requires a trip from Corpus Christi, working as a background actor can be a great way to experience a professional set, see different departments in action and get a firsthand look at how a large-scale production operates.

Interested? Check out the slides for casting needs, shoot dates, pay and application details.

Know someone who’s been looking for a chance to get on set? Send this their way!

07/10/2026

🎬 Support local filmmaking at the Coastal Bend Movie Matinee!

Head to the Rockport Center for the Arts this Saturday for an afternoon featuring locally made films, including Drowning Milagros, The Devil’s Elbow and more.

📅 Saturday, October 10
⏰ 1 PM
📍 Rockport Center for the Arts
🎟️ Tickets: $20
🍿 Free popcorn and drinks

It’s a great opportunity to see work being created right here in the Coastal Bend and support our regional filmmaking community.

See the flyer for ticket information and to reserve your spot.

06/10/2026

🎬 Have a short film ready to take from script to screen?

The Vimeo Short Film Grant is accepting applications from emerging filmmakers, with five selected directors receiving a $60,000 production grant to create an original short film.

Selected filmmakers will also receive:
• Access to select Panavision camera packages and OWC storage
• One-on-one mentorship with industry filmmakers and the Vimeo Curation Team
• A Vimeo-hosted screening
• Distribution and dedicated promotion on Vimeo
• A one-year Vimeo Advanced subscription

The grant is open to U.S. and Canadian directors who have directed at least two short films but have not yet directed a feature. Projects must not already be in production or post-production.

📅 Deadline: October 16, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET

Corpus Christi filmmakers, this could be your next project. Learn more and apply at https://bit.ly/4hLySBE.