About Us
Texas Filmmakers was created in February of 2004 to meet the needs of the growing film and video community in Denton, TX. In the city of Denton alone, there are thousands of people interested in various aspects of film and video production; whether its camera work, set design, choreography, costume design, sound design, etc. Since then, our vision has expanded to include all the regional film & video communities throughout Texas. The goal is to facilitate networking among people with varying skill sets in order to create a more collaborative environment in Texas. In addition, Texas Filmmakers strives to provide real production resources to the independent and emerging media maker in North Texas.

Texas Filmmakers is a 501(c)(3) public charity. We are a grassroots movement made up of people who think artists throughout our communities should have access to the tools needed to succeed.

Mission Statement
Texas Filmmakers supports the regional film and video communities by providing access to education, experience, equipment, exhibition, and other essential production resources.

Programs and Services
Below is a list of current programs and services provided to the regional film & video community.

• FilmNET - FilmNET is an online film community. FilmNET allows its members to advertise their skills and work to the regional community. Members can also register productions and search for crew. This is only the first of many resources provided to you through FilmNET. Visit the What Is FilmNET? page for more information.
• Low-Cost Equipment Rental - Texas Filmmakers purchases production equipment as the funds become available and then rents them out to our members at crazy low prices. Check out the Equipment Rental page for more information.
• Low-Cost Editing Lab - The Texas Filmmakers office houses two non-linear video editing workstations. These are available for members and non-members. See Editing Bays for more info.
• Independent Film Screenings - Texas Filmmakers frequently screens independent films by local artists at various venues around the Denton area. Check the Calendar for more details.
• Alfonso Chavarria Scholarship - Every November Texas Filmmakers awards a $1,000 scholarship to a deserving film student.
• Texas Film & Video Grants - Each spring Texas Filmmakers awards promising applicants with up to $1,000 in grants.
• Student Organization - Texas Filmmakers has a student chapter at the University of North Texas Department of Radio, Television & Film which holds meetings, showcases student films, holds educational events, and encourages student involvement in the community as a whole. Visit Student Chapter for more info..

Board of Directors

Joshua Butler, President - joshuabutler@texasfilmmakers.org
Ernest Walker, Secretary - ernestwalker@texasfilmmakers.org
Matthew Crawford, Director - mcrawford@texasfilmmakers.org

Official Documents

All documents available to the general public can be accessed through the follwing page:
www.texasfilmmakers.org/documents.htm