Livermore to Host NorCal Film and Media Summit for Local Filmmakers

Livermore, California – On Saturday, June 27, 2026, Crosswinds Church (1660 Freisman Road) will host the NorCal Film and Media Summit, a one‑day gathering aimed at empowering filmmakers and media professionals across the region. Two local creators, D’Adonis Moquette and Tajianna Okechukwu, will run the event, which will run from 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and will charge $30 per ticket.

The summit is designed to give participants of all experience levels a chance to sharpen their craft, connect with peers, and keep motivated amid an industry that is facing new challenges. Attendees will find hands‑on workshops covering directing, producing, and cinematography; panels featuring working professionals; and vendor booths that showcase camera rentals, grip and electric support, and other production resources. The mix of instruction and networking is intended to keep the creative community active and resilient.

Funding for the event comes partially from a grant awarded by the City of Livermore’s Commission for the Arts Project and Program Grants. The grant, which aims to promote cultural enrichment in the city, helped the organizers keep the ticket price affordable for students and independent filmmakers.

Moquette, a 2025 Tyler Perry Studios Dream Collective Top 100 Directors honoree, recently directed the PBS docuseries “Citizens of Planet Earth,” a six‑episode series that follows Californians confronting economic and environmental challenges. Okechukwu, a filmmaker, actor, and producer, was named a 2026 SFFILM Filmhouse Resident and won the pitch contest at the BraveMaker Creative Multi‑Hyphenate Summit for her short film “2 %.” Their combined experience positions the summit to offer both industry insight and creative inspiration.

The program will feature Rippin Sindher, whose short film “Flight 182” was executive produced by Ridley Scott, and who also created the anti‑hate film “SEVA,” which examines the Sikh American experience and received congressional recognition. Producer Robin Kincade, known for credits on “The Amazing Race” and “Access Hollywood,” and Emmy‑nominated cinematographer Jerry Henry will also present.

According to the organizers, the summit addresses two forces tightening the creative sector: the rise of artificial intelligence, which is eliminating jobs in film and media, and a tightening economy that has led consumers and businesses to cut arts spending. Moquette said, “There are lots of reasons it’s slowing down, and that’s why we do this – to stay inspired, to stay passionate and to stay connected.” Okechukwu added, “The purpose is to demystify the industry. There should be avenues to access this information.”

The event is open to anyone interested in filmmaking, from beginners who want to learn how to make their own projects to students who want to expand their networks. Moquette emphasized the importance of relationships, noting, “We know it matters who you know.” Okechukwu encouraged potential attendees to invest in themselves and their community, saying, “Never say no to the thing that wakes you up in the morning. That is never going to go away.”

Tickets are available online through Eventbrite. The summit will run for a full day, with a mix of workshops, panels, and networking opportunities. Organizers hope attendees will leave with new knowledge, new connections, and renewed motivation to pursue projects they have been putting off.

The NorCal Film and Media Summit represents a local effort to strengthen the Northern California film community by providing accessible education and networking in a time of industry uncertainty. The event will conclude on the evening of June 27, after which attendees can explore the vendor booths and continue conversations with speakers and peers.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-northern-california-film-media-summit-tickets-1988948165504.