WIA Portland Starts This June At Pink Rabbit
WIA Portland is holding its first event on June 16th! This chapter is just one piece of the global organization known as WIA. WIA, is a non-profit organization that works to empower and advocate for those of underrepresented gender identities in the art, technology, production and business of animation.
Prospective members, allies and friends are all welcome to join us at the Pink Rabbit bar in downtown Portland.
WIA Portland Contact:
Event Details:
Thursday, June 1
6, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM, at the Pink Rabbit
Students had to apply and interview for their crew positions and were placed based on the experience, skill levels and portfolios of work they have accumulated in preceding classes.
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-a-thon will be hosted on Saturday June 18th, and will honor Juneteenth celebrations by making music videos for Black Portland-based musicians. Spots are limited to 24 Open Signal Members and the registration deadline is May 23rd. Filmmakers will work together to come up with concepts, storyboard, shooting, and editing all within the 6 hour time limit and Open Signal will host a screening that night to view the music videos. Check out Open Signal’s website for more information about the event 
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Participation in this training is the first step towards securing PA opportunities via the 
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