5 Tips for Joining the Filmmaking Community in Boston

The filmmaking community in Boston is a collaborative group of diverse, talented filmmakers that regularly network and communicate with one another on upcoming events, projects, and activities for members of the film community. If you’re an aspiring filmmaker that recently moved to Boston, or you’re considering attendance at one of the area film schools, joining the filmmaking community in Boston is an important step that will put you in connection with other like-minded aspiring or active filmmakers in the community. 

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1. Visit the Massachusetts Film Office for Regional Filmmaking Groups

Getting involved in the filmmaking community in Boston is really about networking and getting yourself out there so that you can connect with others that share your interests. Networking is important if you’re an aspiring filmmaker that’s looking for work, and it’s also important if you’re interested in learning more about film production. 

Visiting the Massachusetts Film Office website for a list of regional support organizations that you can connect with is a good starting point. Here you can find links to the local Filmmakers Collaborative, the New England SMPTE Chapter, and various other groups for filmmakers and enthusiasts. 

2. Connect on Facebook

Social media is an excellent way to meet local filmmakers and to network with those that are already members of the local Boston film community. Several Facebook Groups for Filmmaking in New England, or Filmmaking in Boston specifically, can be found with a simple search. Join the groups that interest you the most and get involved – share your ideas and inspiration, and find local events in your area where you can connect in person.

3. Attend Local Film Festivals

Boston hosts several different film festivals throughout the year and each provides a unique opportunity for filmmakers and enthusiasts to engage with others in the industry. The filmmaking community in Boston is so diverse and responsive to newcomers. Checkout the following film festivals if you can:

• The Boston Film Festival
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• The Independent Film Festival of Boston
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• Boston International Film Festival
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• Boston Underground Film Festival

4. Join the Filmmaker’s Collaborative

Another way to instantly begin networking with local area filmmakers in the City of Boston is to join the Filmmaker’s Collaborative.

The organization helps to support independent filmmakers and media professionals and represents a very large community of filmmakers. By becoming a member, you can engage in various learning activities and initiatives as well as networking events.

5. Connect with Local Film Schools

Another way to join the filmmaking community in Boston is through connections with the various local film schools. Many film schools have social networks that those in attendance as well as those interested in networking with can connect through.

There are several colleges that provide film programs throughout Boston as well as Boston Film Connection which provides courses in filmmaking, cinematography, and screenwriting as well as film editing.

Connecting with the film schools provides you with instant access to aspiring filmmakers where you’re likely to get information on other events and programs in the area.