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PANO is known for being a safe, inclusive, and encouraging community for women, non-binary & GNC creators. Join to find crew, get hired, and build your network of filmmakers. Upgrade to a paid membership for even more opportunities to level up your career, including grants, discounts, mentorship and much more.

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PANO Network

Access our private online community to share successes, ask questions, and connect to our thousands of filmmakers.

Microgrants

Apply for our Microgrants to give your career or project a boost. The application is quick and easy! Grants are awarded semi-annually.

Hire & Find Work

Post crew & casting calls and get alerts anytime a new job or gig is posted. You can also search for filmmakers to hire by specific criteria.

Job Referrals & Recommendations

We reach out to you or recommend you when we get hiring requests for positions requiring certain experience.

Events & Workshops

Get invites to our monthly events and workshops. Filmmaker & Veteran members attend our events for free or at a steep discount.

Library of Recordings

Missed an event? Don't worry, you can replay recordings where professionals share their expertise. 50 videos and counting

Showcases & Screenings

Submit your film to our member showcases and attend special screenings for free.

Peer Mentorship

Apply to our unique Pano Pairs program where members are matched to support each other equally.

Benefits & Discounts

Special discounts from our partners for production services, education & training, festival submissions fees & more.

Special Programming

We're developing new offerings to help advance your career including complimentary MasterClass memberships & in-depth training.

Features & Spotlights

Celebrate your wins and submit yourself or your project to be featured on our newsletter and social media channels which reach thousands of filmmakers.

Full Control of Your Data & Privacy

We take your privacy seriously. Choose what you share with the community as well as which notifications you receive and when.

...and more! Click here for the full list of benefits.

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Having been in the film industry for over 20 years, I can honestly say that there has never been a resource like [PANO] before. Not only does it offer a network for finding crew and resources, but it gives women filmmakers and crew members a community to lift each other up.
Andrea Ashton
Andrea AshtonWriter, Director, Producer
Thank you so much for this platform!! I was able to build my book and career from this group! I’m now a union member - one of my big goals! Thank you so much!!
Vanessa Clifton
Vanessa CliftonLocal 600 Unit Still Photographer
My company has brought in numerous [PANO] collaborators on projects from corporate video shoots to short films. I truly appreciate the professional community NYCWF has built and continues to foster.
Allison Moy Hayhurst
Allison Moy HayhurstWriter, Producer, Puppeteer
Meeting with other like minded serious filmmakers has aided me in my career in unexpected ways. I love this community and continue to advocate and spread their mission and love to anyone I know.
Viktoria I.V. King
Viktoria I.V. KingWriter, Director, Producer
I always sourced my freelance crew members first from this group and the women I hired were always reliable and amazing.
Grace Chan
Grace ChanProducer
I’ve met some lifelong friends and collaborators as a result of [PANO]. Their online community is incredibly supportive and their in person workshops are extremely informative.
Jenn Halweil
Jenn HalweilStory Engineer, Entrepreneur
I cannot express the inspiration I have gained from being around such a diverse and empowered group of women. Within the group, there is no question too small, no challenge too great, and no dream too big.
Haleigh Ciel
Haleigh CielDirector, Actor
I've been able to find awesome crew for my projects, glean wisdom from experienced professionals, and learn about great opportunities for screening my films and funding new projects. I am so grateful to have found [PANO]!
Gillian Fritzsche
Gillian FritzscheWriter, Producer, Director
I won a grant to finish the first season of my show and I found an incredible team through [PANO]! Couldn't have done it without y'all! Thank you for the workshops, the supportive community, and the amazing moderation!
Hang Nguyen
Hang NguyenWriter, Director
I've been very thankful for [PANO] - I've met many friends and collaborators through this community, and it's one of the only online groups pertaining to filmmaking that I repetitively return to for advice, job hunts, and crewing up.
Carrie Radigan
Carrie RadiganProducer
I'm quickly approaching maternity leave and I won't be working for 2 months, and this is something I didn't allow myself with my first child. But because of your community, and because of the opportunities you provide us, I'm not scared of missing out, or of claiming the time I need to heal.
Miranda Plant
Miranda PlantProducer, Actor
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  • Access the PANO (NYCWF) Network
  • Connect to Thousands of Filmmakers
  • Find Work & Get Hired
  • Post Jobs, Crew & Casting Calls
  • Fill Out a Professional Profile
  • Send & Receive Endorsements
  • Browse Filmmaker Directory
  • Curated Newsletter with Opportunities​
  • Invites to Events & Screenings
  • Eligible to Apply for Microgrants
  • Submission Fee Discounts
  • Benefits for Training & Services
  • Free & Discounted Events
  • Members Only Programming
  • Watch Recordings of Past Events
  • Submit to Screenings & Showcases
  • Member & Project Spotlights
  • Apply for Our Mentorship Program
  • Support Our Non-Profit Organization
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The Pano (formerly NYCWF) Network is an active, thriving community of filmmakers where you can learn, grow, and connect. Pano has built a commitment to women, non-binary, and GNC creators through 150+ events, attracting thousands of members since 2015 – but what we offer isn’t only knowledge, it’s connection through an inclusive and supportive community. We’ve connected hundreds of filmmakers and built opportunities in-person, online and through referrals.

Some perks of membership depending on the level you choose include:

  • Build Your Filmmaking Network
  • Apply for Microgrants
  • Hire & Be Hired
  • Find a Mentor
  • Amplify Your Projects
  • Discover Opportunities & Share Resources
  • Expand your knowledge with our workshops and recordings of past events
  • Join the movement to build a more inclusive film industry
  • Amplify & provide opportunities for underrepresented filmmakers

Yes! If you identify as a woman, non-binary or GNC creator, click here to sign up as a Follower and create your free profile!

Yes. We transitioned our community of 6,300+ filmmakers off of Facebook in August 2021 to combat privacy concerns and allow the organization to grow. Our community is now on our private online platform, the PANO (NYCWF) Network, and we’re super excited for you to join us!

In an effort to better encompass our unique community and offerings, we debuted a new name and logo for 2022. You can read the full announcement and details here.

Don’t worry – our mission hasn’t changed. We are still the organization that you know and love – dedicated to advancing the careers of women, non-binary, GNC creators in Film, TV & Media. We remain a safe, inclusive, and encouraging community to collaborate, ask questions & share your wins.

Yes! If you support our mission we hope you’ll join the Network as a free member to connect with our community and hire underrepresented filmmakers. To make a donation to support our work, please click here.

You can join the Network as a Business and create up to 5 accounts for your staff or employees. Every account will have access to post jobs, crew & casting calls and browse our directory of underrepresented talent to hire! Learn more here.

Make sure to login and head to the Tour which breaks down every aspect of the PANO (NYCWF) Network and how to make the most of your Pano membership!

Yes. Pano Network, Inc. (formerly NYC Women Filmmakers, Inc.) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization registered in the State of New York.

Membership dues are tax deductible in certain circumstances. Please consult a tax professional to determine if you might be eligible to deduct. However, please note your membership dues do not count as a donation and cannot be deducted as such. To make a 100% tax deductible donation, please click here.

Thank you for asking! There are many ways to support our non-profit organization. Check them all out here.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out and contact us!

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