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The City of Sacramento's Office of Film + Media provides support and resources to film, television and commercial producers while positioning Sacramento as a production destination.

10/31/2026

The Sacramento Film + Media Spring 2027 Internship Applications are now open!

If you are a student looking to gain hands-on experience and insight into film permitting, office coordination, and on-set film production, all while contributing to Sacramento's vibrant film scene, submit your application now!

The internship is open to CSUS and Los Rios Colleges for credit only.

🗓️ Submission Dates:
October 31st - December 31st

Visit our website for more information: https://filmsac.com/internships/

10/29/2026

Fire up your DeLoreans! 🚀

Moviebusters is presenting “BACK TO THE FUTURE PART II” (1989) on the
big screen on November 8 at Sacramento’s Crest Theatre.

Special guest Jeffrey Weissman, who portrayed George McFly in “Back to the Future Part II” and “Back to the Future Part III,” will also be joining the presentation!

🚪 5:30 PM: Doors open; fan meet-and-greet, autographs, and photo opportunities available
🎤 7:00 PM: Q&A and feature

For tickets and more information:
https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1C006530D8554AA0

Make sure to tag Jeffrey’s Facebook fan page in your photos:
https://www.facebook.com/JeffreyWeissmanActor

We hope to see you there!

10/22/2026

🗣️ Reminding all student filmmakers!

The deadline for submissions to the 2026 Carole Dorothy Joyce Grant for Student Filmmakers is fast approaching!

The grant, offered by From the Heart Productions, is seeking unique films that make a contribution to society from student filmmakers (high school and university students) with budgets of $50,000 or less. The films can be short or feature-length narratives or documentaries

Winners will receive:
🎥 $3,000
🤝 Donated services and products from those who support student films, such as:
✅ 3 free 1-hour consultations for your film with Carole Joyce
✅ 20% discount on crowdfunding set, management, and consulting from Jenny Waldo
✅ 15% off expendables from Filmtools
✅ And more!

All participants will receive:
- Exclusive access to the crowdfunding section of “How to Fund Your Film” by Carole Dean, a guide filled with practical tools to build and fund your dream projects.
- A 15-minute consultation on projects to discuss funding and marketing for films, or how best to advance your career.

The deadline for grant applications is November 30th, 2026, at 11:59 PM PT. Apply Now!

🔗 https://fromtheheartproductions.com/carole-dorothy-joyce-grant-for-student-filmmakers/

10/21/2026

🗣️ Attention All Filmmakers!

The deadline for the Roy W. Dean Grant is on the horizon!

The grant, offered by From the Heart Productions, is seeking unique films that make a contribution to society with budgets of $500,000 or less. The films can be any length and can be live action or animated. The grant is open to anyone from anywhere!

Winners will receive:
🎥 $3,500
🤝 Discounts and free services such as:
✅ $15,000 in original music written by well-known composer David Raiklen. (Exclusive of recording costs)
✅ $1800 in animation services (10% off each week - $300 - for up to six weeks) with Emmy Award-winning animator Charlie Canfield
✅ $500 in grip, lighting or expendables from Filmtools
✅ $1,620 for one consultation a month with Carole Dean on financing your film
✅ And much more!

In addition to the Roy W. Dean Grant:
- 3 projects will be honored with The Stories That Matter Awards, each with a $500 cash award
- The $500 Britt Penrod Award will be granted to an additional film that is unique and that makes an exceptional contribution to society

The deadline for grant applications is October 31, 2026 @ MIDNIGHT

🔗 https://fromtheheartproductions.com/roy-w-dean-film-grants-and-awards/

10/15/2026

The Capital Film Arts Alliance’s Step-by-Step Filmmaking Series returns, taking you behind the scenes of what it takes to bring a short film from idea to ex*****on.

This month’s focus is Music & Scoring, exploring how original scores and selected tracks can shape a film's mood, narrative, and emotional impact.

Host Aaron Leong, joined by John Honore, will be exploring the differences between Underscore and Source Music, Leitmotifs, Spotting & Syncing, and Instrumentation & Tone.

🗓️ Tuesday, October 20th, 2026
📍 Futures Explored
🕖 7 PM - 9 PM

🎟 Free for CFAA Members
Learn more about CFAA membership at capitalfilmarts.org/membership

10/08/2026

Thinking about applying for a City of Sacramento film grant?

Join Modest Film Society for a free, in-depth workshop designed to help filmmakers better understand the application process and feel confident putting their projects forward.

MFS founder Jeff Fong will host Jennifer West, Sacramento Film Commissioner, and Diana Roofner from the Sacramento Film Office as they walk attendees through the grant application process, explain what applicants should know, and answer questions directly from the audience.

Jeff will also share his perspective as both a previous grant recipient and judge, offering insight from both sides of the process.

Our goal is simple: to give local filmmakers clarity, education, and a better understanding of the resources available to help bring their projects to life.

October 22, 6-8 PM
Futures Explored, 2533 R St, Sacramento

RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-workshop-understanding-sacramentos-film-grants-tickets-2000322786301

10/06/2026

The Capital Film Arts Alliance’s Step-by-Step Filmmaking Series returns, taking you behind the scenes of what it takes to bring a short film from idea to ex*****on.

This month’s focus is Music & Scoring, exploring how original scores and selected tracks can shape a film's mood, narrative, and emotional impact.

Host Aaron Leong, joined by John Honore, will be exploring the differences between Underscore and Source Music, Leitmotifs, Spotting & Syncing, and Instrumentation & Tone.

🗓️ Tuesday, October 13th, 2026
📍 Futures Explored
🕖 7 PM - 9 PM

🎟 Free for CFAA Members
Learn more about CFAA membership at capitalfilmarts.org/membership

10/01/2026

“But we’re filming on private property… do we really need a permit?” 🤔

If it’s commercial filming in Sacramento, yes!

Commercial filming can be defined as the recording of a moving image by a person, business, or other entity for a market audience with the intent of generating income. Some activities that fall under the commercial filming umbrella include: the advertisement of a product or service, or the use of paid actors, models, sets, or props.

A film permit helps the city account for safety, insurance, neighborhood impacts, and other production needs, regardless of whether your location is public or privately owned.

Private property doesn’t mean a production operates outside the permitting process.

🔗 Know before you roll: filmsac.com/permitting

09/29/2026

✋Attention students!

The Sacramento Film + Media Spring 2027 Internship applications open next month, on October 31st!

The internship program offers hands-on experience and insight into film permitting, office coordination, and on-set film production, all while contributing to Sacramento’s vibrant film scene.

The internship is open to CSUS and Los Rios Colleges for credit only.

🗓️ Submission Dates:
Spring: October 31st - December 31st

Visit our website for more information: https://filmsac.com/internships/

09/27/2026

🗣️ Calling all student filmmakers

Submissions for the 2026 Carole Dorothy Joyce Grant for Student Filmmakers are OPEN!

The grant, offered by From the Heart Productions, is seeking unique films that make a contribution to society from student filmmakers (high school and university students) with budgets of $50,000 or less. The films can be short or feature-length narratives or documentaries

Winners will receive:
🎥 $3,000
🤝 Donated services and products from those who support student films, such as:
✅ 3 free 1-hour consultations for your film with Carole Joyce
✅ 20% discount on crowdfunding set, management, and consulting from Jenny Waldo
✅ 15% off expendables from Filmtools
✅ And more!

All participants will receive:
- Exclusive access to the crowdfunding section of “How to Fund Your Film” by Carole Dean, a guide filled with practical tools to build and fund your dream projects.
- A 15-minute consultation on projects to discuss funding and marketing for films, or how best to advance your career.

The deadline for grant applications is November 30th, 2026, at 11:59 PM PT. Apply Now!

🔗 https://fromtheheartproductions.com/carole-dorothy-joyce-grant-for-student-filmmakers/

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