Works in Progress Program
The AWD Works in Progress (WIP) is an interactive and fun program that offers peer to peer feedback on rough cuts. This support helps Directing Members shape their films before launching a film festival run or seeking distribution.
The 2026 program begins with a virtual event on Jan. 14th. We will screen a short film and several of our members’ directing reels for feedback. AWD Directing Members can register on the event page.
January Social Sunday
Social Sundays are a great place for AWD Directing and Ally Members to relax at the end of the weekend, prepare for the coming week, and find community!
Join AWD Board Member Ashley Maria for our virtual event on Jan. 18th. Register via the event page.
Directing the Actor Lab Class #4
AWD is pleased to offer the 2025-2026 Directing the Actor Lab with AWD Founder and USC Professor Emeritus Jennifer Warren for virtual auditing by AWD Directing and Ally Members.
ABOUT THE LAB: The participating Directors meet once a month to enhance their experience working with actors. Topics covered include in-depth scene breakdowns, rehearsal exercises and techniques, and playable direction and adjustments for actors.
Purchase an auditing ticket for Class #4 on Jan. 20th via the event page.
Film Financing Seminar
Post pandemic (in the new streaming world) most indie films are no longer going theatrical and the films with the best success and the budget range that ARE getting funded is between $100K to $1M.
This webinar on Jan. 22nd with Scott duPont covers how to bring on board equity investors for independent productions. After the presentation he will field questions from the audience re. their specific projects and will share several resources.
AWD Directing Members can register via the event page.
AWD Office Hours
Office Hours with Kylie Eaton will resume on January 9th. AWD Directing and Ally Members are invited schedule time using the link in the calendar.