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🍿 So many familiar faces at the Seattle premiere of "Train Dreams!" We had a great time celebrating this filmed-in-WA triumph and can't wait for the upcoming theatrical run and Netflix release.

💙 Thanks to @siffnews.bsky.social and @seattlecritics.bsky.social for making this screening possible!
October 31, 2025 at 9:13 PM
🎥 Got a motion picture project filming in WA? Share what you’ve been working on with the Tell Us About Your Project form at washingtonfilmworks.org/resources

Incentive project or not, data about WA filmmaking is essential to getting a complete picture of the state’s film industry.

📸 Ryan Brien
October 29, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Washington Filmworks is excited to announce the projects conditionally approved by our Board of Directors in Season 5 of the Small Budget Production Initiative (SBPI).

Learn more about the program: www.washingtonfilmwo...

Photo: Siege Lehman
October 29, 2025 at 12:00 AM
🎥 Reminder that qualifying commercials filming ANYWHERE in Washington State are now eligible for funding through the Washington Filmworks Production Incentive Program!

🔗 Learn more at www.washingtonfilmworks.org/programs-lan...

📸 Ryan Brien
October 27, 2025 at 11:00 PM
🚨 Last call to apply for the Washington Filmworks Above the Line Education Forum! Applications close Monday, October 27.

🔗 Apply at www.washingtonfilmwo...
October 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM
📊 Data is vital to telling the story of film in Washington, and there’s a simple way you can help! Let the Film Office know what you’ve been working on using the Tell Us About Your Project form at washingtonfilmworks.org/resources

📸 Slothberg Productions
October 23, 2025 at 7:20 PM
🎥 We're gearing up for our Above the Line Mentorship Kick-Off this weekend. In anticipation, let's hear from some past mentors!
October 22, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Washington Filmworks incentive project Train Dreams is pulling into Seattle! 🚂✨

Join us October 29 @ 7:30pm at SIFF Cinema Downtown for a special screening of this WA-filmed gem and nominee for Seattle Film Critics Society Pacific Northwest Awards.

Grab your tickets at www.siff.net/programs-and...
October 22, 2025 at 12:13 AM
⏰ Last chance to join a virtual info session before Above the Line Education Forum applications close on October 27!

RSVP to join Washington Filmworks staff on Wednesday, October 22 at 12pm at washingtonfilmworks.fillout.com/t/d9veyo8MpSus
October 21, 2025 at 12:20 AM
📣 Applications are NOW OPEN for the Above the Line Education Forum, an online business of film skills program for early to mid-career Washington producers and directors from historically underrepresented communities!

Learn more and apply at www.washingtonfilmworks.org/above-the-li... before Oct 27
October 17, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Thank you to everyone who joined us in Spokane last week for Behind the Scenes with Washington Filmworks! We had a wonderful time sharing the work we do and connecting with some new and familiar faces.
October 16, 2025 at 5:08 PM
📸 The State of Washington Tourism Conference was full of big moments. We met with Film Liaisons from across the state, debuted a new toolkit, and celebrated WF Board member John Cooper’s induction into the Tourism Hall of Leadership.

💙 Thanks to State of Washington Tourism for having us!
October 15, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Executive Director Amy Lillard recently travelled to New York City to meet with a variety of industry professionals including financing executives, talent agents and an indie film production company. Her takeaway? Washington's cash back incentive program is competitive with those on the East Coast.
October 9, 2025 at 11:48 PM
Behind the Scenes with Washington Filmworks: Spokane Edition is TOMORROW, October 9! Have you RSVP’d? We can’t wait to see you all at the Magic Lantern Theatre!

🗓️ Thursday, October 9
⏰ Doors at 5pm | Event at 5:30pm
📍 Magic Lantern Theatre, Spokane, WA
🔗 RSVP at forms.gle/GfeUp7cqz7HK...
October 8, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Three Washington State documentary filmmakers have been selected for the Above the Line Mentorship. Recent graduates of the Education Forum, these filmmakers will embark on a six month mentorship.

🔗 Get to know the documentary mentees at www.washingtonfilmworks.org/above-the-li...
October 8, 2025 at 12:07 AM
⏰ Want to learn more about the upcoming Above the Line Education Forum? The first virtual info session with Washington Filmworks staff takes place this Tuesday, October 7 at 6pm. RSVP at washingtonfilmworks.fillout.com/t/d9veyo8MpSus
October 7, 2025 at 12:14 AM
Our Film Office is here for you. We offer individualized support to all projects filming in Washington State — incentive or not! Whether your film is in the works or wrapped and ready for distribution, get connected at washingtonfilmworks.org/resources

📸 Wondercamp
October 1, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Catch the news? Washington Filmworks incentive project "Cheap AF" starring Arden Cho (KPop Demon Hunters) and Margaret Cho (Dying for Sex) kicked off filming this month in Seattle!

Find the full Deadline article at washingtonfilmworks.org/in-the-news
September 30, 2025 at 5:47 PM
📣 Applications open soon for the Above the Line Education Forum, an online educational program for early to mid-career Washington producers and directors from historically underrepresented communities.

Learn more and RSVP for an upcoming info session at www.washingtonfilmworks.org/above-the-li...
September 29, 2025 at 7:19 PM
📣 Hey Spokane, have you RSVP'd for Behind the Scenes with Washington Filmworks? Join us on Thursday, October 9 to check out a fresh marketing tool and get to know the team leads working to make WA a standout destination for film.

📍 Magic Lantern Theatre

🔗 RSVP at forms.gle/GfeUp7cqz7...
September 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM
📣 It’s time for another Round-Up! Swipe through to discover upcoming opportunities and community happenings. Find event links and even more opportunities to connect on our Community Events Calendar at www.washingtonfilmworks.org/events
September 25, 2025 at 12:07 AM
📸 Commercial filming is ramping up in Washington’s production hubs following our recent expansion of incentive eligibility. Last weekend, Washington Filmworks and local officials visited a set in Tacoma for a behind the scenes look at the commercial incentive in action.
September 19, 2025 at 2:00 PM
We would like to make you aware of new resources available for Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill (ESSB) 5814, which added new business activities to the definition of retail sales. Businesses will be required to begin collecting sales tax on these services on October 1. Learn more: conta.cc/4nfTLqg
September 18, 2025 at 10:25 PM
Hey Spokane, let's get together! Join us October 9 for Behind the Scenes with Washington Filmworks. We’ll share a fresh marketing tool and give you the chance to get to know the team leads working to make WA a standout destination for film.

📍 Magic Lantern Theatre

🔗 RSVP: forms.gle/GfeUp7cqz7HK...
September 16, 2025 at 12:17 AM
📸 Big thanks to "A Dying Art" for welcoming us on set at Harbor Island Studios this weekend! We loved getting a behind the scenes look at this Small Budget Production Initiative film in the making.
August 26, 2025 at 12:27 AM