The California Film Commission (CFC) holds monthly internal CFC Learns sessions - an opportunity for us to learn from advocates and organizations throughout the industry. Recently we were joined by Susan Sprung, CEO of the Producers Guild of America (PGA), and Malia Arrington and Lupe Arellanes from the Hollywood Commission.
Susan, Malia, and Lupe spoke to the CFC about resources available for independent productions looking to create a safer workplace and prevent harassment. These resources include The Hollywood Commission's Respect on Set, a first-of-its-kind, free online resource designed to help independent and low-budget film and television productions meet their anti-harassment responsibilities with confidence. The PGA also offers Set Etiquette Training to help independent producers establish clear standards of respect before cameras roll.
These resources provide guidance and best practices to help keep people safe and respected at work. The websites for Respect on Set and Set Etiquette Training are both listed on the Filmmaker & Production Resources table on our website.
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PGA is a community partner of the @HollywoodClimateSummit , the annual conference bringing together entertainment and media professionals to take action on climate. Join us from June 3rd – June 4th in Los Angeles and online to learn how you can integrate sustainability into your work. PGA members receive a 25% discount on passes: producersguild.org/discounts-events
For more information on the programming and tickets, visit: /tickets
#HollywoodClimateSummit #HCS2026 #PGASustainability #filmindustry #sustainability
Only a limited number of non-member tickets remain for the 2026 Produced By Conference, featuring Jason Blum (CEO and Founder, Blumhouse), Michael De Luca (Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group Co-Chair and CEO) and Tom Quinn (NEON CEO and Founder).
Speakers and moderators include Alex Garcia, Ash Sarohia, Bob Greenblatt, Carol Mendelsohn, Charles Roven, Chris Slager, Cynthia Littleton, David Friendly, Donna Gigliotti, Ellen Goldsmith-Vein, Erica Lee, Hawk Koch, Jana Winograde, Jay Roewe, Jed Weintrob, Jennifer Howell, Joanna Popper, Joe Farrell, Joe Lewis, Julina Tatlock, Lauren Neustadter, Lori McCreary, Michelle Khare, Mike Farah, Poppy Hanks, Sam Pressman, Sara Murphy, Sev Ohanian, Stephanie Allain, Tommy Oliver and Will Schildknecht.
Sessions include The State of Producing, AI and Producing: Adapting to New Technology and The Art and Craft of Pitching.
Register today at producedbyconference.com and view the full schedule.
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One actor. One audition. One unforgettable character. 🎬
Gail Berman reflects on how #BryanCranston’s audition reshaped the role for Hal, and helped define #MalcolmInTheMiddle as we know it!
Full interview at link in bio.
#TheInterviews #GailBerman #TelevisionAcademyFoundation
“One of the best lessons I have learned as a producer is managing relationships. I can bring talent out of that dressing room whether they are mad, happy, glad or sad mainly because I have learned the art of connecting with talent.”
– Dr. Holly Carter, Executive Producer of THE CLARK SISTERS: FIRST LADIES OF GOSPEL and KINGDOM BUSINESS
#producingisajob
Want to learn more about what producers do? Visit the PGA Code of Credits to find out.
"Just recently I was on a production where we were hit with two major storms, back to back. The excessive amount of rain not only stopped us from filming outdoors for many days - but also prevented us from accessing four of our exterior sets for many weeks due to impassibilty of the location and sets being underwater and unshootable. The film took place virtually outside so this presented multiple challenges. Movie making is a daily puzzle at the best of times and this shoot was like finishing the puzzle while missing pieces. Through creativity and tenacity we finished the shoot one day over (a day we needed to shut down completely due to the storm)."
– Rob Cowan, Producer of AQUAMAN and THE CONJURING
#producingisajob
Want to learn more about what producers do? Visit the PGA Code of Credits to find out.
Breaking news! Speakers announced for Produced By Conference 2026 on Saturday, May 30 at the Universal Studios Lot. Link in bio.
CONFIRMED SPEAKERS AND MODERATORS
- Alex Garcia
- Ash Sarohia
- Bob Greenblatt
- Carol Mendelsohn
- Charles Roven
- Chris Slager
- Cleo Abram
- Cynthia Littleton
- David Friendly
- Donna Gigliotti
- Ellen Goldsmith-Vein
- Erica Lee
- Hawk Koch
- Jana Winograde
- Jason Blum
- Jay Roewe
- Jed Weintrob
- Jennifer Howell
- Joanna Popper
- Joe Farrell
- Joe Lewis
- Julina Tatlock
- Lauren Neustadter
- Lori McCreary
- Michael De Luca
- Michelle Khare
- Mike Farah
- Poppy Hanks
- Sam Pressman
- Sara Murphy
- Sev Ohanian
- Stephanie Allain
- Tom Quinn
- Tommy Oliver
- Will Schildknecht
#producedby2026 #producedbyconference #producers
Lela Meadow-Conner is an indie feature and doc producer. Through her company mamafilm, founded as a pop-up microcinema in a shipping container, she exhibits and produces work about women and identity through a maternal gaze. She is also the co-founder of The Popcorn List, an annual compilation of exceptional films without wide release, and the Interim Executive Director of Art House Convergence. Recent producer credits include CHASING CHASING AMY and RUN AMOK which premiered at Sundance.
#newmembermonday #producers
PGA members only: Wednesday, 5/13 join us in LA for a conversation on the importance of authenticity and accuracy in portraying military and veteran stories on screen. Prior to the panel at 5:30pm there will be an opportunity for networking, and afterwards, a reception.
PGA member registration: shorturl.at/x9XBh
#producers #military #veteran #storytelling
PGA's statement congratulating SAG-AFTRA on reaching an agreement with the AMPTP:
"The Producers Guild of America congratulates SAG-AFTRA on reaching an agreement with the AMPTP. Every person working in our industry is entitled to fair pay and benefits, and today’s announcement reflects a shared desire across our industry to secure equitable contracts that reflect the value of our important and creative work."
"We made The Long Game on a modest budget, but when you care deeply about the story and your team, you find a way. You will things into being. Producing isn’t a title — it’s showing up and doing whatever it takes to get the film made and seen."
– Javier Chapa, Producer of THE LONG GAME
#producingisajob
Want to learn more about what producers do? Visit the PGA Code of Credits to find out.
PGA members only: Join us on May 4th for our workshop, Building Clean Energy Worlds On Set and On Screen, a working conversation for producers to make their projects more efficient by incorporating sustainable practices. PGA members can email [email protected] for the Zoom link to join.
#pgasustainability #sustainabilitytoolkit #sustainability #sustainableproduction
