Center Stage Conversation - How We Got In: Finding Your Footing in the Film Industry
Wed, Sep 24
|halflife* digital
This conversation is part of a five-day celebration of film, music, and art, bringing together creators and enthusiasts in the heart of Nob Hill.
Time & Location
Sep 24, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
halflife* digital, 3215 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106, USA
About the event
Join veteran filmmaker Michelle Souza and emerging filmmaker Emma Swider, both AFMX Alumni, as they explore the diverse paths into the film industry, highlighting the crucial role of networking at events like Albuquerque Film + Music Experience. They will share personal stories about how they built relationships, leveraged connections, and navigated their unique journeys to find success.
About Our Panel
Emma Swider
Emma Swider is an award-winning NYC-based filmmaker currently working in the Editorial Department. She is a member of IATSE Local 700 and has most recently worked on films such as Caught Stealing, A Quiet Place: Day One, and Rustin. With experience on both indie and studio films, Emma is delighted to share her experience with others looking to break into the industry.
Michelle Souza
Michelle spent 30+ years working in the film and television industry, both in Los Angeles and San Francisco, before retiring. She is a member…
Tickets
General Admission
Single Entry Ticket To Center Stage Conversation: How We Got In: Finding Your Footing in the Film Industry
$10.00
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