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Events

In-person and virtual events for filmmakers

Our events fulfill our mission to advance the careers of women and non-binary filmmakers by fostering professional networks and providing low-cost educational services. Any profit is reinvested in our organization to build sustainability for the future.

  • Creative Resilience: A Virtual Support Meetup for Filmmakers & Artists
    Creative Resilience: A Virtual Support Meetup for Filmmakers & Artists
    Creative Resilience: A Virtual Support Meetup for Filmmakers & Artists
    Wed, Feb 05
    Zoom
    Feb 05, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST
    Zoom
    Feb 05, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST
    Zoom
    Join us for a free virtual meetup where we’ll share our experiences, uplift each other, and brainstorm ways to keep fighting for our vision, even when the world seems to be working against us. Let’s transform frustration into action and find the power in community.
  • Moonshot's NYC Skyline Soirée for Filmmakers
    Moonshot's NYC Skyline Soirée for Filmmakers
    Moonshot's NYC Skyline Soirée for Filmmakers
    Tue, Mar 11
    New York
    Mar 11, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    New York, 432 W 45th St, New York, NY 10036, USA
    Mar 11, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    New York, 432 W 45th St, New York, NY 10036, USA
    Enjoy bubbles and brie while networking with our community of women and non-binary filmmakers and friends.
  • Creative Resilience: A Virtual Support Meetup for Filmmakers & Artists
    Creative Resilience: A Virtual Support Meetup for Filmmakers & Artists
    Creative Resilience: A Virtual Support Meetup for Filmmakers & Artists
    Tue, Jan 07
    Zoom
    Jan 07, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST
    Zoom
    Jan 07, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST
    Zoom
    Join us for a free virtual meetup where we’ll share our experiences, uplift each other, and brainstorm ways to keep fighting for our vision, even when the world seems to be working against us. Let’s transform frustration into action and find the power in community.
  • Moonshot's NYC End-of-Year Networking Event
    Moonshot's NYC End-of-Year Networking Event
    Moonshot's NYC End-of-Year Networking Event
    Wed, Nov 20
    New York
    Nov 20, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    New York, 316 8th Ave, New York, NY 10001, USA
    Nov 20, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    New York, 316 8th Ave, New York, NY 10001, USA
    Meet other filmmakers in NYC!
  • Ask Us Anything
    Ask Us Anything
    Ask Us Anything
    Tue, Oct 08
    Virtual Event
    Oct 08, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT
    Virtual Event
    Oct 08, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT
    Virtual Event
    Free Q&A session about our Feature Accelerator
  • How to Make Your First Feature Film
    How to Make Your First Feature Film
    How to Make Your First Feature Film
    Wed, Oct 02
    Virtual workshop
    Oct 02, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM EDT
    Virtual workshop
    Oct 02, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM EDT
    Virtual workshop
    Hear from a panel of experienced filmmakers on how to make your first feature film!
  • Writing Successful Query Letters with Traci Hays
    Writing Successful Query Letters with Traci Hays
    Writing Successful Query Letters with Traci Hays
    Wed, Sep 18
    Virtual workshop
    Sep 18, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM EDT
    Virtual workshop
    Sep 18, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM EDT
    Virtual workshop
    Learn how to craft successful query letters from director Traci Hays!
  • LA Summer Filmmaker Mixer by Moonshot Initiative
    LA Summer Filmmaker Mixer by Moonshot Initiative
    LA Summer Filmmaker Mixer by Moonshot Initiative
    Thu, Aug 15
    St. Felix Hollywood
    Aug 15, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM PDT
    St. Felix Hollywood, 1602 N Cahuenga Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028, USA
    Aug 15, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM PDT
    St. Felix Hollywood, 1602 N Cahuenga Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028, USA
    We're holding a mixer for our community of women and non-binary filmmakers and friends! Join us to grow your network!
  • Moonshot’s Summer Mixer for Filmmakers
    Moonshot’s Summer Mixer for Filmmakers
    Moonshot’s Summer Mixer for Filmmakers
    Mon, Jul 22
    New York
    Jul 22, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT
    New York, 316 8th Ave, New York, NY 10001, USA
    Jul 22, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT
    New York, 316 8th Ave, New York, NY 10001, USA
    Come meet other filmmakers in NYC!
  • Working in a Writers' Room 101
    Working in a Writers' Room 101
    Working in a Writers' Room 101
    Sun, Apr 07
    Zoom webinar
    Apr 07, 2024, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM EDT
    Zoom webinar
    Apr 07, 2024, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM EDT
    Zoom webinar
    An inside look at getting staffed and succeeding in your first TV writers' room with a panel of working writers!
  • What It’s Like to Pitch to the Biggest Companies in Television
    What It’s Like to Pitch to the Biggest Companies in Television
    What It’s Like to Pitch to the Biggest Companies in Television
    Wed, Mar 13
    Zoom webinar
    Mar 13, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM EDT
    Zoom webinar
    Mar 13, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM EDT
    Zoom webinar
    Our 2023 Moonshot Pilot Accelerator fellows share what they learned from pitching to HBO, Netflix, Hulu, Showtime and more, plus tips on preparing your script for competitions
  • Ask Us Anything: Info Session for the 2024 Moonshot Pilot Accelerator
    Ask Us Anything: Info Session for the 2024 Moonshot Pilot Accelerator
    Ask Us Anything: Info Session for the 2024 Moonshot Pilot Accelerator
    Tue, Mar 05
    Zoom Webinar
    Mar 05, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST
    Zoom Webinar
    Mar 05, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST
    Zoom Webinar
    Do you have a pilot script, and are you interested in applying to our accelerator for emerging TV writers? Join this Q&A with Moonshot's co-founders to ask all of your questions!
  • Galentine's Day Networking for Filmmakers With Wine and Chocolate Tasting
    Galentine's Day Networking for Filmmakers With Wine and Chocolate Tasting
    Galentine's Day Networking for Filmmakers With Wine and Chocolate Tasting
    Tue, Feb 13
    New York
    Feb 13, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST
    New York, 432 W 45th St, New York, NY 10036, USA
    Feb 13, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST
    New York, 432 W 45th St, New York, NY 10036, USA
    Come taste wine and chocolate in a beautiful penthouse location while networking with our NYC community of filmmakers!
  • Moonshot Initiative Relaunch Celebration
    Moonshot Initiative Relaunch Celebration
    Moonshot Initiative Relaunch Celebration
    Sat, Dec 09
    Queens
    Dec 09, 2023, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM EST
    Queens, 43-56 10th St, Queens, NY 11101, USA
    Dec 09, 2023, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM EST
    Queens, 43-56 10th St, Queens, NY 11101, USA
    After 6 years of empowering women and non-binary filmmakers, Women's Weekend Film Challenge is relaunching as Moonshot Initiative. Come celebrate with us!
  • Virtual Networking for Filmmakers: Holiday Hangout
    Virtual Networking for Filmmakers: Holiday Hangout
    Virtual Networking for Filmmakers: Holiday Hangout
    Tue, Dec 05
    Zoom
    Dec 05, 2023, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST
    Zoom
    Dec 05, 2023, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST
    Zoom
  • How to break into TV cinematography with Carmen Cabana
    How to break into TV cinematography with Carmen Cabana
    How to break into TV cinematography with Carmen Cabana
    Sun, Nov 19
    Zoom
    Nov 19, 2023, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM EST
    Zoom
    Nov 19, 2023, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM EST
    Zoom
    Learn how to break into cinematography with Cinematographer Carmen Cabana!
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