Filmmakers, are you ready to race against time? Sign-ups are NOW OPEN for the 72-Hour Film Race! The race will begin right after the Filmmaker Meetup at 6 p.m., Friday, July 31st. Sign up today! 🔗 cmac.tv/film-race/ 💛 Cinema Association & Horn Photo

Mark your calendars for the 2026 72-Hour Film Race! Filmmakers will have just 72 hours from Friday, July 31, to Monday, August 3, to write, shoot, and edit an original short film from start to finish. Additional details to be announced soon. 🔗 cmac.tv/film-race

Join us during ArtHop at CMAC tomorrow! Watch inspiring media content from local LGBTQ+ producers in our classroom, and end the evening with a stunning light projection show by artist Mike Adame right outside our building. See you there! 🔗 cmac.tv/arthop

There's only ONE week left to apply to CMAC's Youth Voices program! Don't miss out on a chance to produce YOUR own documentary film and win a $1,000 stipend. This program is open to students, age 18 and under. Apply today at cmac.tv/youthvoices 🧡 @CalEndow

We want to hear from you. 🫵🏼 Each year, we reach out to gather feedback from our amazing community. Your feedback helps shape the future of CMAC and ensures we continue offering services that reflect your needs. Share your thoughts! 🔗 cmac.tv/community-needs

Youth Voices is a documentary filmmaking program where teens create short documentaries and share community issues that matter to them. This program is open to students who are interested in film and media. Apply today: 🔗 cmac.tv/youthvoices 💛 Made possible by @CalEndow

People of the Central Valley, share your stories through The Big Tell! Pitch YOUR best idea about an undiscovered story from the Central Valley for a chance to win a $5,000 grant. Apply today at TheBigTell.org 🧡 @JBMcClatchy and @CentralValleyCF

Members of our community, we want to hear from YOU! Your feedback helps shape the future of CMAC and ensures we’re providing the services you need most. Please take a few minutes to complete our survey. Share your thoughts today! 🔗 cmac.tv/community-needs

The Big Tell program is awarding 10 grants of $5,000 to support the creation of short documentary films highlighting stories across the six-county region: Merced, Mariposa, Madera, Fresno, Kings, and Tulare. Apply: TheBigTell.org 🧡 @JBMcClatchy and @CentralValleyCF

Got an idea for a documentary? The Big Tell is offering 10 grants of $5,000 each to help you share YOUR story. You'll have three months to create a 5-minute film on the Central Valley topic your passionate about. 🔗 TheBigTell.org 🧡 @JBMcClatchy and @CentralValleyCF

Central Valley Filmmakers! The Big Tell is back! Pitch your best idea for an undiscovered story rooted in the Central Valley for your chance to win a $5000 grant to produce your film. Apply today at TheBigTell.org 🧡 Sponsored by @JBMcClatchy and @CentralValleyCF

Are you a middle or high school student who wants to step into world of filmmaking? Now's your chance! Apply to CMAC's Youth Voices for a chance to create your own short documentary. No experience needed. Apply today! 🔗 cmac.tv/youthvoices Made possible by @CalEndow

Want to create your own sweded film for @SwedeFest, but don't know where to start? We got you covered! In these FREE workshops, we’ll cover how to pick a movie, gather props and cast with what you have, and film and edit using accessible tools. RSVP: cmac.tv/events

✨ Calling all women 18+! Apply to #EmpowHERdVoices by Jan 31! Join our free 10-week #filmmaking program for women in the #CentralValley. Earn $500, get hands-on training, and get guidance from CMAC to create your very own #documentary! 💜@CCWCFresno 🚀💫 cmac.tv/empowherd/

CMAC is powered by community support, and donations are what keep our doors open and our stories moving forward. 💛 Your donation helps provide access to media tools, education, and opportunities for local voices to be heard. 🌟 Make an impact today: cmac.tv/donate

Catch The Big Tell's broadcast on Valley PBS on December 23 at 9 p.m. It’s the perfect way to experience these powerful documentaries right from your couch. Want to learn more? Head to TheBigTell.org ✨ 💛 @CentralValleyCF, @JBMcClatchy, @ValleyPBS, and @TowerTheatre1

CMAC exists for one reason: to help folks across our community make and share meaningful media. Our mission is to empower local voices by promoting media literacy, civic engagement, cultural understanding, and creative expression. Become a member today! cmac.tv/membership

✨ Tonight’s the night! #TheBigTell Showcase is lighting up the big screen with 10 unforgettable #CentralValley stories. Catch it all tonight at The Big Tell Showcase! 📅 TONIGHT | ⏰ 7PM | ✨ TheBigTell.org 💛 @centralvalleycf @JBMcClatchy @ValleyPBS @tower_theatre1

In exactly 2 weeks, #TheBigTell Showcase is bringing 10 powerful documentaries from local filmmakers to the Tower Theatre. Tag the friend you HAVE to bring! 🎟️ TBT25-Showcase.eventbrite.co… 💛@centralvalleycf @JBMcClatchy @tower_theatre1 @ValleyPBS #CommunityMedia #ShareYourStories