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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)
ALL EVENTS HELD AT: Futures Explored 2533 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 - - - - - - - - - - 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 - - - - - - - - - - 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 - - - - - - - - - - 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 - - - - - - - To submit your CFAA testimonial - please contact us by email: [email protected] We Appreciate Our Sponsors
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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
Futures Explored
2533 R St., Sacramento CA 95816
Every 4th Tuesday @ 7pm
Monthly
CFAA Screenwriters Lab
featuring:
Author, Screenwriter, Filmmaker, Creative Director, Speaker
DAVID FLANAGAN
Tues., September 22nd, 2026
@ 7pm-9pm
at Futures Explored
2533 R St., Sacramento CA 95816
Join the CFAA Screenwriter’s Workshop as we discuss:
'The Professional Writer'
After spending months creating and polishing their screenplay, in a feverish attempt to finally capture the attention of a studio or film producer, many would-be writers naively shoot themselves in the foot before they ever even get through the door. A perfect script or not, learn the telltale signs that keep a producer’s door locked tight. Set yourself up in advance as a truly professional writer who can be trusted to deliver, not once, but over and over again. Simple steps, brand development, and professional communication practices will serve as keys to unlock the doors to begin new relationships that will open even more doors down the long road ahead. Professional first. Writer second. — Get prepared well before the inevitable happens, where you come face-to-face with an unexpected opportunity.
This session explores the business side of screenwriting and what it takes to navigate the industry as a working professional. Attendees examine best practices for managing client expectations, maintaining creative discipline, organizing rewrite workflows, and building lasting professional relationships across film and television. Whether working on spec scripts or commissioned projects, screenwriters learn how to approach their craft with a business mindset and transition from hobbyist writing to professional execution.
Topics coming up:
February 24 - Annual Workshop Plan
March 24 - Log Lines & Pitching
April 28 - Independent Producer R. Scott Reid Q&A
May 26 - Killer Pitch Decks
June 23 - The First 10 Pages
July 28 - Story Structure - Formula vs Freedom
August 25 - Creating Better Character - Voices & Arcs
September 22 - The Professional Writer
October 27 - Festivals, Contests, and Agents
November 24 - The 2nd and 3rd Acts
December 22 - TBD
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
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TO RECEIVE THE CFAA'S
FREE NEWSLETTER!
Stay informed and
stay connected.
[email protected]
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
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
What did you miss?
Catch up with the CFAA's schedule of guest speakers and instructors
who share their experience and expertise with our members.
Catch up with the CFAA's schedule of guest speakers and instructors
who share their experience and expertise with our members.
CFAA PHOTO GALLERY
CFAA Film Friends and Speakers
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Here's a clip from one of our Speed Networking events.
Tons's of fun with the CFAA!
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