The Synthetic Screen - Legal Boundaries of AI Film

The legal landscape of artificial intelligence in filmmaking: it's a topic that’s rapidly shaping how creative professionals work and protect their art. Join SDMP for a special educational event as filmmaker, law graduate, and professor Jeff Deverett leads a discussion at Signature Sound Studios on Wednesday., January 28, 2026, from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. Doors open at 5:30pm. 

Seating is extremely limited for this special event. 

Get the details and register today: 
https://sdmediapros.wildapricot.org/event-6509211

$10 for SDMP members (special event pricing) 
$35 for non-members and guests 

Thank you to our host: Signature Sound Studios, 5040 Ruffner St, San Diego, CA 92111 

How to Run a Commercial Shoot Like a Pro

Save the date!

Friday, Feb 27 - 6:30pm

A boots-on-the-ground talk for anyone looking to trade "controlled panic" for controlled execution on set.

Whether you’re a creative, producer, content creator or director leveling up from scrappy shoots to real budgets, this session covers some of the systems that can save the day, and ensure you’re actually delivering on your vision. 

We’ll blend leadership mindset with battle-tested logistics: how to bulletproof your prep, align your crew, make smart casting moves, and navigate the client relationship without losing your cool. 

You’ll leave with a practical framework to make your next shoot day more collaborative, more creative, and significantly less stressful.

Check back for details and registration information.

Holiday Sync-Up 2025: It’s a wrap!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our most anticipated mixer of the year, a final chance in 2025 to connect with fellow media pros, celebrate a successful year, and enjoy the holiday spirit. Novo Brazil Brewing in Mission Valley was a terrific location, with great beverages, an appetizer buffet and two large screens where we showcased work from our members and behind-the-scenes photos!

A special thank you to Tony Amat from R3 Productions for capturing photos from the event. See the photo gallery!

And thanks to you, for filling our Toys for Tots boxes!

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