Alamo City Alert: What’s Happening in San Antonio Video Production This Fortnight
San Antonio video production circles have a surprisingly full plate over the next fourteen days—even if the marquee festivals arrive later in the month. Below is your verified rundown of events, shoots and resources to help you crew up, network and stay compliant.
Tonight: TMIIIP on the Road
The Office of the Texas Governor brings its Texas Moving Image Industry Incentive Program (TMIIIP) roadshow to St. Mary’s University on Sept 9, 6-7 p.m.. Expect a line-item walk-through of the newly renewed 20–30 % cash-rebate tiers, plus one-on-one advisory time with program officers. Seats are free but limited.
Production Impact
- Faster approvals: Attendees can pre-clear budgets before submitting Form A.
- Local spend boost: Qualifying vendors inside Bexar County count toward the rebate, incentivizing producers to hire nearby.
- Crew database refresh: The Film Commission will update its directory on-site.
Sept 18: Producer/Director Tom McPhee Q&A
Indie stalwart Tom McPhee stops in San Antonio for an evening seminar covering pitch decks, completion bonds and AI’s role in post. Admission is free with RSVP.
Tip: Bring a one-sheet; McPhee often invites the “best napkin pitch” to a private coffee chat the next morning.
Sept 22: Paid Commercial Shoot Needs Talent & Crew
Backstage lists an online commercial filming in-city on Sept 22. Roles include principal parents (age 30-45) and supporting teens; day-rate crew calls are open for ACs and sound mixers.
What to Know
- Location: TBD—final address released after NDAs.
- Safety: Producers require current OSHA-10 certificates.
- Pay: SAG micro-budget scale; non-union accepted for crew.
Nearest-Upcoming Festivals (Outside 2-Week Window)
- Manhattan Short Film Festival – Sept 26-Oct 4 at URBAN-15
- Robert Rodriguez & Danny Trejo “Desperado” 30th Anniversary – Sept 26 at Aztec Theatre
- Wild & Scenic Film Festival – Sept 27 at Confluence Park
No other San Antonio festivals, studio ribbon-cuttings or permit alerts were posted by the Film Commission or city offices as of Sept 9. We’ll update if notices drop.
