About Us:
The Capital Film Arts Alliance (CFAA) was co-founded in 2004 by Laurie Pederson, Jason Bortz and Bryan Darling. It became a non-profit association in 2009. The CFAA is dedicated to the development of the film community and growth of the film and media industry in the Sacramento-Sierra regions.
Offering monthly programs for filmmakers, writers, and actors; the CFAA’s workshops, advocacy and meetings have been pivotal in the successful training and communications required to educate and grow our creative economy. Our annual membership and single programs are offered at a low cost and the organization is run by professionals from every craft who volunteer their time.
Mission:
To support independent filmmaking, to encourage all filmmakers, writers, actors and crew to grow their skills, share resources and make great content. To educate, advocate and encourage the creative community in the Sacramento-Sierra region.
IT TAKES A VILLAGE... AND WE'VE GOT A GREAT ONE!
CFAA Board of Directors 2023- 2024
President Laurie Pederson, Board members: Mary Beth Barber, Steve Orcino, Donna Lisa Otto, Aaron Leong, D'Adonis Moquette, Stan Bautista, Elizabeth Ann Springett, Kate Brolan, Todd Bull
In-House Acting Instructor: Jason Bortz
Screenwriting Team Members: Dawn Spinella
Emeritus / Advisory Board of Directors: Mamie Jean Calvert, Jack Dever, Sally Forcier, David Flanagan, Rick Kuebler
The Capital Film Arts Alliance (CFAA) was co-founded in 2004 by Laurie Pederson, Jason Bortz and Bryan Darling. It became a non-profit association in 2009. The CFAA is dedicated to the development of the film community and growth of the film and media industry in the Sacramento-Sierra regions.
Offering monthly programs for filmmakers, writers, and actors; the CFAA’s workshops, advocacy and meetings have been pivotal in the successful training and communications required to educate and grow our creative economy. Our annual membership and single programs are offered at a low cost and the organization is run by professionals from every craft who volunteer their time.
Mission:
To support independent filmmaking, to encourage all filmmakers, writers, actors and crew to grow their skills, share resources and make great content. To educate, advocate and encourage the creative community in the Sacramento-Sierra region.
IT TAKES A VILLAGE... AND WE'VE GOT A GREAT ONE!
CFAA Board of Directors 2023- 2024
President Laurie Pederson, Board members: Mary Beth Barber, Steve Orcino, Donna Lisa Otto, Aaron Leong, D'Adonis Moquette, Stan Bautista, Elizabeth Ann Springett, Kate Brolan, Todd Bull
In-House Acting Instructor: Jason Bortz
Screenwriting Team Members: Dawn Spinella
Emeritus / Advisory Board of Directors: Mamie Jean Calvert, Jack Dever, Sally Forcier, David Flanagan, Rick Kuebler
CFAA Board (missing: Donna Lisa Otto, D'Adonis Moquette, Mary Beth Barber. \ CFAA President + Sacramento Film Commissioner Jennifer West / Board Members Donna Lisa Otto, Laurie Pederson, Rick Kuebler, Elizabeth Anne Springette
Promo video courtesy of Sheldon High School and Shawn Sullivan:
