Capital Film Arts Alliance (CFAA)

CFAA Meetings
3x per month
now taking place at

NEW CFAA LOCATION:

Futures Explored
2553 R St.,
Sacramento CA 95816

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NOTE: Non-Member Admission Fees have increased to $10.

DISCOUNTED MEMBERSHIPS
ARE STILL AVAILABLE!

Annual membership is $50...
NOW Get TWO Years
for only $65!!
Membership info at www.capitalfilmarts.org/membership

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Support local filmmaking
Through the CFAA. 100% of
all donated proceeds go back
into the organization's
programs and events.
Fees are tax deductible.

CFAA PROGRAMS:
(unless otherwise stated)

2nd Tuesdays @ 7pm

Actors Workshop -

3rd Tuesdays @ 7pm

Filmmaker Forum -

4th Tuesdays @ 7pm Screenwriters Lab

ALL EVENTS HELD AT:
Futures Explored
2553 R St., Sacramento

CFAA TESTIMONIALS: 

Laurie, you are so much the glue that holds our media community together, with opportunities and information - and we’re so lucky! Thanks for continuing with the newsletter’s publication!
- Beverly Lewis,
Placer County Film Commissioner

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The most important thing I've learned about being a filmmaker in Sacramento is that the CFAA has your back. I'm just getting started with my journey, but at every turn, CFAA has been there with information, connections, and most importantly, encouragement.
I highly recommend you join so you don't get left behind. Thanks, CFAA!
~ Kat Kinglsley
Filmmaker

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The CFAA is a great way to
meet, reconnect and communicate
with Sacramento's top film
and media makers.
You should check it out!
-Rick Kuebler,
My Hero Productions

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I can’t tell you how much
the CFAA means to me!
They have been there and helped
me thru the years make by making me a better filmmaker and by giving a place to create business and personal relationships with professional folks in industry of entertainment!
-Cliff Allen,
Screams 4 Reel

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To submit your CFAA testimonial - please contact us by email:
[email protected]

We Appreciate Our Sponsors

FOR Filmmakers, Actors and Writers

BY Filmmakers, Actors and Writers.

The CFAA is here for YOU.

The CFAA is a non-profit arts service organization dedicated to connecting, informing and educating filmmakers, writers, actors and crew who live and work in the Sacramento Capital region and it's surrounding NorCal counties.

Expand Your Creative Skills and
Increase Film Industry Connections
with the Capital Film Arts Alliance

ANNOUNCING - NEW CFAA LOCATION:

at Futures Explored

2553 R St.,
Sacramento, CA 95816

Check out our Programs - Tuesday Nights @ 7pm:

MONTHLY CLASSES & WORKSHOPS:

Every 2nd Tuesday @ 7pm

Monthly

CFAA ACTORS WORKSHOP

with Jason Bortz

and Donna Lisa Otto

Tues., April 14th, 2026
@ 7pm-9pm

SPECIAL AUDITIONS HERE TONIGHT

at Futures Explored,
2553 R St., Sacramento

Auditions for the CFAA produced short film 'Decline' will be taking place on April 14th, with call-backs in May. As a part of the CFAA Filmmaking Series, CFAA members (exclusively) can audition by reading a chosen monologue for the film's producers (should be 1-2 minutes, dramatic). Must be a member in good standing to apply.

Typically, this is an all level class exploring the range of skills well-rounded actors must consider when taking on the craft of acting. From script breakdown, vocal and physical work, improvisation, monologue and scene study, film analysis and character work, this is a condensed 2- hour sampler designed to broaden the mind and strengthen the skill-sets from beginners to professionals. It's time to work your acting muscles with instructor Jason Bortz, who brings his energetic vibe to our gathering, sharing his experience and acting tips, as well as his background as a filmmaker. It's time to stretch your acting muscles and embrace the acting craft through fun, knowledge and movement. You will love this program!

NEW CFAA LOCATION:

Futures Explored
2553 R St.,
Sacramento CA 95816

Admission is FREE to CFAA members, and $10 for non-members.
Membership info at www.capitalfilmarts.org/membership

Host: Aaron Leong

Every 3rd Tuesday @ 7pm

Monthly Filmmakers Forum

A CFAA Education Forum

Filmmakers Forum

with Aaron Leong

and Friends -

Tuesday, April 21st, 2026
7pm-9pm

Introducing...

The CFAA Filmmaking Series!!

Month by month, the CFAA will guide attendees in learning the step-by-step process of making a short film. Every month will bring us closer and closer to the actual production of this, and the script has been selected, so come and find out more on every 3rd Tuesday!

The best talent in the production industry will be here to inform and aid the CFAA team to help YOU to make a movie!!

3rd Month of
The Filmmaking Series

CALL TIME:
April 21st @ 7pm

- Shot Lists

- Crewing Up

Join us for the third installment of our Step-by-Step Filmmaking Series! Having already selected our script and scouted locations, we are now moving into the critical pre-production phase: translating the vision into a technical plan and building the team to execute it. This month, we dive deep into:
The Shot List: Learn how to break down a script into specific camera angles, lens choices, and movements. We will discuss how to prioritize shots to ensure you get what you need for the edit while staying on schedule.
Crewing Up: A movie is only as strong as its team. We’ll cover how to identify the key roles you need, how to find reliable local crew, and what to look for when "hiring" for independent projects.

AT THE NEW CFAA LOCATION:

Futures Explored
2553 R St.,
Sacramento CA 95816

COMING UP...

We’ll be discussing and offering feedback on the scripts that you voted for last month!

Don't miss a single month of this exciting program, and if you want to be a part of the crew, you better show up ready to learn and work!

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SCHEDULE OF 3rd TUESDAY FILMMAKING SERIES:

February 17- The Script breakdown. Scheduling.
March 17 - Locations & Permitting
April 21 - Shot Lists and Crewing Up
May 12 and 19 - Auditions & Casting
June 13-14 and 16 - Production days (13-14 weekend)
July 11-12 and 21 - Production days (11-12 weekend)
August 18 - Picture lock and Edit/Spotting session
September 15 - Sound Design
October 20 - Music/Scoring
November 17 - Color
December 15 - Screenings

CFAA FILMMAKER FORUM IS HOSTED BY AARON LEONG
Aaron Leong is a board member of the CFAA who is an accomplished cinematographer and director. He went to SF State University’s Theatre Dept for a double emphasis in Performance and Directing. After working for several years as an actor for Kaiser Permanente’s Educational Theatre Programs, he started a production company. During that time, he started to do more commercial filmmaking and went back to school for film at The Art Institute in Sacramento, focusing more on Directing and Cinematography. He continued his cinematography training at the Global Cinematography Institute in Los Angeles where he was taught by renowned ASC members such as Vilmos Zsigmond, Dean Cundey and Russell Carpenter among others. After 20 years in various areas in the industry, Aaron has directed features, shorts and commercials and has DP’d for features, shorts, documentaries, reality TV, commercials, and corporate work just to name a few. Aaron also has 18+ years of experience flying Steadicams and is an M2 Volt owner/operator. He also rents out a lot of gear to productions. You can check it out at www.4thwallfilmworks.com.

Admission is FREE to CFAA members, and $10 for non-members.

Membership info at www.capitalfilmarts.org/membership

MEETINGS AT THE NEW CFAA LOCATION:

Futures Explored
2553 R St.,
Sacramento CA 95816

Every 4th Tuesday @ 7pm

Monthly

CFAA Screenwriters Lab

featuring:

Author, Screenwriter, Filmmaker, Creative Director, Speaker

DAVID FLANAGAN

featuring Q&A with Film Producer

R. Scott Reid

Tues., April 28th, 2026
@ 7pm-9pm

AT THE NEW CFAA LOCATION:

Futures Explored
2553 R St.,
Sacramento CA 95816

Join the writer’s Workshop on April 28th for a behind-the-scenes Q&A session with independent film producer, R. Scott Reid.

As a partner with River Rock Pictures, Reid serves as a Producer and Head of Film Production. Initially a private investor in independent film in 2006, he quickly transitioned to producing films such as When a Man Falls in the Forest starring Sharon Stone, Timothy Hutton, and Dylan Baker. Since that time, he has produced and/or executive produced 16 award-winning films including Cover (NAACP-endorsed), Battle in Seattle starring Charlize Theron and opening at the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival, Numb with Matthew Perry, Bachelor Lions starring David Arquette and Jon Lovitz, Bill & Ted Face the Music starring Keanu Reeves, and Never Alone, a truly independent success filmed in Los Angeles during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic — one of only a handful of productions to move forward under lock-down. His most recent project, Disinformation, tells the remarkable true story of General Ion Mihai Pacepa, the highest-ranking Soviet-Bloc defector in history. With his work spanning Berlin, Cannes, SXSW, Sundance, Toronto, and Tribeca, Mr. Reid continues to lead River Rock Films in producing bold, globally resonant, independent stories.

CFAA Screenwriter Lab Hosts:
David Flanagan is a Sacramento-based author, screenwriter, filmmaker, and creative director with a passion for visual storytelling and narrative craft across all media. He has been creating his whole life, in almost every type of media that can be imagined. His background lends itself to a level of quality work that has been his calling card.
Assisting David is Paul Newton, a familiar faced to the CFAA. As someone who truly loves screenwriting and filmmaking, Paul is an awesome addition to the team.

Membership info at www.capitalfilmarts.org/membership. If you wish to attend readings or be added to the Screenwriters list, receive Zoom links meeting notifications, and to and have scripts sent to you for review in advance of meetings, email: [email protected]

HOW MUCH?
FREE for CFAA members. $10 for Non-members.
Annual membership donation is $50 and this yearly fee provides entry to ALL CFAA meetings and workshops. Info at www.capitalfilmarts.org/membership

FEES: (for public events)
Admission is free to CFAA members and $10 per meeting for non-members and guests.
All ages, skills and experiences are welcome!

MEMBERSHIP:
Only $50 per year.
Click HERE to sign up today with Paypal