Professional Development & WORKSHOPS

Finding your process as a director can be a journey. In this workshop, learn how local award-winning director, Kenny Riches, takes a film from idea to onscreen. We’ll explore the process of writing and directing a narrative feature film from pre-production to post-production, and beyond.

The Artist Foundry presents a special evening of short films by local BIPOC filmmakers and a moderated Q&A. These films traverse a variety of dynamics, romantic, familial, and communal, highlighting the universal need for human connection.

Join us on the first Thursday of each month to share project updates, swap industry insights, find your next collaborator, explore new ideas, or simply get to know the Artist Foundry member community better.

It all starts with a compelling pitch. In this immersive Pitch Workshop, you’ll learn from industry experts how to craft and deliver memorable pitches that take your project to the next level.

Artist Foundry is thrilled to partner with Utah Women in Film & Television to present this Utah Filmmaker Showcase: Gender Expansive Shorts screening. The films featured in this program highlight the talent, creativity, and vision of our local community of female, nonbinary, and gender expansive filmmakers.

Join us on the first Thursday of each month to share project updates, swap industry insights, find your next collaborator, explore new ideas, or simply get to know the Artist Foundry member community better.

A child bride from a notorious polygamist cult escapes her dark past by creating a magical fantasy world she calls Snowland.

Join us on the first Thursday of each month to share project updates, swap industry insights, find your next collaborator, explore new ideas, or simply get to know the Artist Foundry member community better.

Get ready for the 3rd Annual Artist Foundry Pitch Competition! On May 29th, a selected group of filmmakers will take the stage to pitch their projects to a panel of industry professionals—and get real-time feedback in front of a live audience. This event promises a fun and energetic night for everyone.