Works in Progress (Virtual) 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. This month we’re meeting virtually and will … Read On ›
We are thrilled to announce that Laura Belsey and Tina Mabry are joining Alliance of Women Directors as Icon Members! Beyond their remarkable accomplishments behind the camera, Laura and Tina embody what our Icon community represents: exceptional filmmakers whose work has helped shape today’s television and film landscape, and who are equally committed … Read On ›
JOI-NOELLE WORLEY ILAAJ: HEALING, a narrative short by Joi-Noelle Worley premiered at the Sayville Int'l Film Festival in August. This short is a proof of concept for a feature. Logline: Plagued by strange and frightening visions, a young man struggles with the reality of his returning memories as … Read On ›
AWD Hosts The Directors’ Playbook: Strategies Women and Gender-Expansive Directors Use to Win Panel at 2026 Alta Global Media Summit at HollyShorts Film Festival On Monday, August 17, at the 2026 Alta Global Media Summit at HollyShorts Film Festival, Icon Members Jen McGowan, Morenike Joela Evans, and Hanelle M. Culpepper gathered for … Read On ›
Alliance of Women Directors collaborates with Sponsors and Partners that believe in and work toward gender parity in the entertainment industry. These partnerships elevate our collective ability to advocate for and support women directors. AWD Directing Members can check their AWD Member Center or inboxes for the discount and waiver codes, as … Read On ›
Alliance of Women Directors collaborates with Sponsors and Partners that believe in and work toward gender parity in the entertainment industry. These partnerships elevate our collective ability to advocate for and support women directors. AWD Directing Members can check their AWD Member Center or inboxes for the discount and waiver codes, as … Read On ›
Virtual Production for Directors By popular request, AWD is bringing more virtual production education to our community! Join writer/director and virtual production specialist Katerina Munis for an introduction to one of the fastest-growing areas of filmmaking. As former Director of Productions for XR Stages, Katerina has helped support virtual … Read On ›
ALYSA NAHMIAS "Cookie Queens," the feature documentary from Alysa Nahmias will be released wide in theaters AUGUST 7 (U.S. and Canada) by Roadside Attractions. Premiering at Sundance, the film's logline is: It’s Girl Scout Cookie season, and four tenacious girls strive to be a top-selling “Cookie Queen,” navigating … Read On ›
We are thrilled to announce that Andi Armaganian, Olivia Newman, and Kat Coiro are joining Alliance of Women Directors as Icon Members! Beyond their remarkable accomplishments behind the camera, each of these incredible filmmakers has already been a generous supporter of AWD, sharing their time, mentorship, and expertise with our … Read On ›
AWD AT SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON AWD hosted two fantastic panels at this year's San Diego Comic-Con. During "Black Women in Action Filmmaking," the panelists gave inspiring insights into their lives and careers in the action world highlighting challenges like being overlooked and underestimated while finding innovative ways to … Read On ›