IATSE 488 and Washington Filmworks are partnering to ensure that our Washington film workforce is safe, skilled, and certified by offering safety trainings to both Union and non-Union workers across the state.  🔗 Register: washingtonfilmworks.fillout.com/t/vqxkrYaQsu...

Curious about verticals? Join us as we explore this production model growing momentum on social platforms and what it means to our WA creators.  This event is produced as part of our Inclusive Film Set Initiative. 📆 April 8, 2026 📍 Hamilton Studio, Spokane ⏰ 6pm RSVP: docs.google.com/form...

Washington filmmaking is in the spotlight this weekend with incentive project "Train Dreams" nominated for FOUR Academy Awards! Will you be watching the ceremony on Sunday? Enjoy this peek behind the scenes as you get ready to cheer on the home team! www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vw1Q...

Small Budget Production Initiative (SBPI) project "Tell No One" made its world premiere at the Spokane International Film Festival this weekend alongside a screening of SBPI project "Evergreens" and a special panel on Oscar-nominated incentive project "Train Dreams."

We had a great time celebrating film in Washington with a VIP screening of "Train Dreams" in Olympia this week. Thanks to everyone who joined us to catch this beautiful film on the big screen! #KeepFilmInWA

"Tell No One" will be making its world premiere at Spokane International Film Festival! Make sure to catch this Small Budget Production Initiative (SBPI) feature on Saturday, March 7 at 8:30pm. 🎟️ spokanefilmfestival....

🚨 LAST CALL for Production Assistant Training & Work Experience Program participant applications! The application window closes Monday, March 2. 🔗 Get the details and apply at www.washingtonfilmwo...

Washington Filmworks welcomes new staff member, Collin Kind! Collin (he/they) is joining the team as a Workforce Development Program Coordinator focused on Systems & Administration. Find his full bio at washingtonfilmworks....

Got questions about the Production Assistant Training & Work Experience Program before the application window closes? Join Washington Filmworks staff for the FINAL virtual info session on Thursday, February 26 at 12pm! 🔗 RSVP at www.washingtonfilmwo... Photo: Nii Okaidja

Sui Productions’ Songs From the Youth program was supported by our FWD Funding Initiative pilot. This funded program partnered with Tacoma's School of the Arts to provide film and music business education to Tacoma teens, culminating in the recording of a song for a film. Photos: Silong Chhun

📣 Applications for the Production Assistant Training & Work Experience Program are NOW OPEN through March 2! 🔗 Get the details and apply at www.washingtonfilmwo... Photo: Siege Lehman

🚨 FINAL CALL for Small Budget Production Initiative Season 6 applications! The application window closes today, Friday, February 20. 🔗 Apply at www.washingtonfilmwo... Photo of “Fat Boi” set by Siege Lehman.

🎬 Since the program’s launch, 32 Small Budget Production Initiative projects have become fully funded and are either in production or finished. Applications are open now and we can’t wait to see what’s in store for Season 6! 🔗 Get the details and apply by February 20 at www.washingtonfilmwo...

The first Production Assistant Training & Work Experience Program virtual info session will take place on Wednesday, February 18 at 5:30pm. RSVP to join us for an overview of the program and the chance to get questions answered! 🔗 RSVP at www.washingtonfilmwo... Photo: Mitch Shepherd

🎥 Applications are NOW OPEN for Small Budget Production Initiative Season 6! Apply by February 20 and join us for the final virtual info session Saturday, February 14. 🔗 RSVP and learn more at www.washingtonfilmwo... Photo of “Sticky Buns, Ravioli, and White Cake” set by Mitch Shepherd.

Today is Film Day, an annual day of awareness for WA's film industry! We urge the community to help advocate for creative professionals across the state by emailing your state Senator and two state Representatives about the importance of film. 🔗 Find the details at keepfilminwa.com #KeepFilmInWA

RSVP’d for a Production Assistant Training & Work Experience Program virtual info session? Washington Filmworks staff will host sessions on February 18 and 26 to provide an overview of the program and answer questions. 🔗 RSVP at www.washingtonfilmwo... Photo: Ryan Brien

🗓️ Small Budget Production Initiative Season 6 opens THIS WEEK! Join Washington Filmworks staff at a virtual info session Saturday, February 15 at 9am to learn more about the program and get all your burning questions answered. 🔗 RSVP and get the details: www.washingtonfilmworks.org/small-budget...

We were delighted to represent creative entrepreneurs and the WA film industry at the Hill Climb produced by the Association of Washington Business. We were encouraged by our conversation with Senator Matt Boehnke (8th LD) who continues to be deeply committed to supporting new jobs in our economy.

Small Budget Production Initiative Season 6 is almost here! Have you RSVP’d for a virtual info session yet? The first session takes place Friday, February 6 at 3pm. See you there! 🔗 RSVP and learn more at www.washingtonfilmwo... Photo of “Uncertain Detective Season 3” set by Regan MacStravic.

A bittersweet goodbye to the Sundance Film Festival in Park City. Always a productive and inspiring environment where Washington Filmworks is proud to represent our statewide film industry. And we were delighted to host a small but rowdy crowd of filmmakers to cheer on the Seahawks. GO HAWKS!

📣 We're introducing a new program! The Production Assistant Training & Work Experience Program will provide entry-level Production Assistant training, mentorship, and opportunities for paid work experiences for participants. 🔗 Get the details at www.washingtonfilmworks.org/production-a...

📣 The Washington Filmworks Small Budget Production Initiative Season 6 application window will be open February 13-20! 🔗 Get the details and RSVP for an upcoming virtual info session at www.washingtonfilmworks.org/small-budget... Photo of “Evergreens” set by Outlier Imagery.

Meet the 25 WA State producers and directors participating in our third Above the Line Education Forum Cohort! The program will provide 15 weeks of online sessions, panel discussions, and workshops covering business of film skills. 🔗 Meet the cohort - www.washingtonfilmworks.org/above-the-li...

🏆 Washington Filmworks incentive project "Train Dreams" has received FOUR Oscar Nominations including BEST PICTURE! Big congratulations to the team behind this project!

Washington Filmworks and @wheelhousewa.bsky.social staff had a wonderful time gathering in Seattle last week to strategize as we head into the new year. As statewide orgs, we always cherish the opportunity to spend time in person with this amazing group of humans. There is much in store for 2026!

📣 You're invited to join the King County Film Advisory Board (KCFAB) at Harbor Island Studios on Thursday, January 15th at 6pm to discuss the future of the soundstage. 🔗 RSVP at www.eventbrite.com/e/harbor-isl... #KeepFilminWA

📸 This past fall, Washington Filmworks took film location managers on a familiarization (FAM) tour of rural Skagit County. We worked with regional partners at Skagit Tourism Bureau to showcase some of the county's incredible film-friendly locations and met with local officials along the way.

❄️ After a busy year, the Washington Filmworks team is slowing down for the season. We'll be checking email intermittently while we prepare for 2026 and will return to regular office hours starting Monday, January 5. Happy Holidays!

From forests and farmland to downtown skylines, Washington State has every look a filmmaker could dream of! Take a video tour at www.youtube.com/play... Thank you to State of Washington Tourism, Port of Seattle, and Washington State Department of Commerce for making these videos possible.

Ever wonder how you can help attract film to your community? Our Film Ready Toolkit is packed with resources to help communities across Washington State get film ready. 🔗 Dive in at www.washingtonfilmwo... Photo: Wondercamp

Washington Filmworks is committed to helping build a safer, more inclusive, and accessible film industry statewide. Explore our new webpage with free resources to support safe, respectful on-set experiences at www.washingtonfilmwo... 📸 Film Community Training (FCT) x Washington Filmworks Panel

Hotels are one of the many businesses that feel the economic impact of film in WA. Rural Economic Development Manager Sherrye Wyatt gave the keynote speech at the 2025 Washington Independent Inns Network Annual Conference, encouraging property owners to list their location in our online database.

📣 We’re hiring! FWD, the Workforce Development Office at Washington Filmworks, is seeking a full-time Program Coordinator who will oversee the day-to-day coordination and operations of workforce development programming and initiatives. 🗓️ Apply at www.washingtonfilmworks.org/about-us/wor...

This year the WF Board of Directors revisited the organization's mission, vision and values for the first time in nearly two decades with guidance from facilitators at Reclaiming Us. Our updated mission, vision and values can be found on the Washington Filmworks website at washingtonfilmworks.org

🎥 Join Motion State for a behind the scenes look at a recent commercial production here in Washington! Our expanded commercial incentive is attracting more investment in the state’s commercial production industry, with five commercials approved in summer 2025.

⏰ The 2025 Annual Industry Update is TONIGHT at 6pm! Grab your favorite movie snacks and get ready to tune in via YouTube at youtu.be/udkALkgsrqQ Photo: Outlier Imagery

The 2025 Annual Industry Update is this Thursday! Grab your favorite movie snacks and get ready to tune in via YouTube using the link below. We can't wait to share with you soon! 🗓️ Thursday, December 4 @ 6pm 🔗 YouTube Link - youtu.be/udkALkgsrqQ

🎥 “Train Dreams” is a powerful testament to Washington State and the crew members that call it home. Take a look behind the scenes of this Washington Filmworks incentive project and make sure to catch it streaming now on Netflix! Photos: Outlier Imagery

Washington Filmworks joined Walla Walla Valley Chamber of Commerce and Film Walla Walla Valley for the 2025 Walla Walla Valley Film Summit, bringing the community together to discuss the future of film in the region. It was inspiring to see such excitement for film! Read more at ow.ly/RqIj50Xyq69

⛳ THAT'S A WRAP! Washington Filmworks incentive project "Mick Skylark: Mini Golf Prodigy" starring David Koechner (Anchorman), Elizabeth Mitchell (Lost), and Robert Knepper (Prison Break) has completed filming! Check out the Deadline article at deadline.com/2025/11/davi...

🚂 Washington Filmworks incentive project “Train Dreams” is NOW AVAILABLE on Netflix! We’re so excited for everyone to see this love letter to Washington State’s incredible locations.

What an inspiring outpouring of support for Harbor Island Studios this week! Shoutout to the community for jumping into action and to King County Councilmember Claudia Balducci for her leadership in supporting film industry jobs and the creative economy. #KeepFilmInWA

🚨 Harbor Island Studios is scheduled to be cut from the King County budget, and the vote is TOMORROW, Tuesday November 18 at 11 AM. Here's how to help: Testify during the Council Meeting with a statement that Harbor Island Studios matters. Submit a public comment to [email protected]

Mark your calendars! The 2025 Annual Industry Update will premiere live on YouTube Thursday, December 4 at 6pm. Join us as we share highlights from the past year, celebrate the successes of Washington’s incredible film community, and set our sights on what’s next. Photos: Wondercamp, Allyson Riggs

BIG NEWS: Mentors from New York, California and Washington join the Washington Filmworks Above the Line Mentorship to support our cohort of three Washington-based documentary filmmakers. 🔗 Find the Mentors’ bios at www.washingtonfilmworks.org/above-the-li...

🍿 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!

🎥 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

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

🎥 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