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End of Summer Happy Hour

at The Lion

📅Date: Thursday, September 24, 2026

🕘Time: 6:00 PM

📍Location: The Lion — 1207 Allegheny Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15233 (Northside)

🚗Parking: Plenty of street parking available

Summer's a wrap - let's celebrate the cut! Join us at The Lion (1207 Allegheny Avenue) starting at 6pm to raise a glass to summer and welcome fall with Women in Film and Media.

Fantastic cocktails, great conversation, and a room full of talented women to connect with as we say goodbye to summer.

This event is free for everyone - no invite necessary!

Members and non-members welcome!

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Tickets will be available exclusively to WIFM members for the first week. If any of the 36 available spots remain after that period, they will open to the public on Sept 21. Become a member today to get early access!

WIFM Actors Showcase

Sponsored by Point Park University

📅Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026

🕘Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

📍Location: Point Park University, 414 Wood St, Room UC212

🎟️ Tickets must be purchased in advance. Admission will not be sold at the door.

This event tends to sell out fast - grab your ticket now to lock in your spot!

We're bringing together some of the biggest names in Pittsburgh casting and talent representation - all in one room! Representatives from Mosser Casting, Donna Belajack Casting, The Talent Group, and Docherty Model & Talent Agency will be on hand, giving you direct access to the people shaping who gets cast in Pittsburgh's film and TV industry.

This is your chance to showcase your talent live in front of Pittsburgh casting and talent agents! You'll be paired with a scene partner, given time to rehearse, and then perform your scene.

This is not an audition but a chance to get feedback from casting agents, talent agents, and seasoned professionals in the industry.

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Nancy Mosser, CSA, is the owner and casting director of Nancy Mosser Casting, LLC, one of Pittsburgh’s most established casting companies. With decades of experience casting film, television, commercial and other media projects, Nancy has worked closely with actors at every stage of their careers. She is passionate about helping performers better understand the casting process and looks forward to sharing her experience and insights at the Women in Film and Media Actor’s Showcase.

Founded in 1982, Donna Belajac Casting is Pittsburgh's first and longest continuously operating casting company. Led by owner and casting director Donna Belajac, CSA, the company has cast for film, television, and commercials, with credits including Mindhunter, Judas and the Black Messiah, The Fault in Our Stars, and The Silence of the Lambs. Today, Donna Belajac Casting stands as Pittsburgh's only Emmy Award-winning casting company and the only one exclusively casting principals for feature films and television. Alongside Donna is Associate Casting Director Missy Finnell, CSA, who has been with the company for over a decade and has contributed to more than 50 film, television, and commercial projects, such as Mayor of Kingstown, Rustin, and A Man Called Otto. A member of the Casting Society of America, Missy has earned multiple Artios Award nominations alongside Donna. Beyond casting, the Donna Belajac Actors Studio has helped grow the region's talent pool through acting classes and seminars taught by industry professionals.

THE TALENT GROUP is Pennsylvania and Ohio’s premier full-service agency for models, actors, voices and live promotional talent Our team of agents have unquestionably the most experience and knowledge of any agency in the region, and that experience and expertise is what puts us ahead of the competition. With offices in both Pittsburgh and Cleveland, as well as affiliates in Toronto, San Francisco, New York and Los Angeles, The Talent Group offers the best and largest selection of experienced professional talent in the region. The Talent Group was founded in 1994 by Stephen Black and Richard Kohn becoming the first SAG-AFTRA franchised talent agency in Pittsburgh. Together they have over seventy-five years combined experience in the entertainment industry; in front of the camera, as agents and in television and film production. Mr. Black was a successful actor,director and highly respected acting teacher in New York, Toronto and Los Angeles. Mr. Kohn was a voice-over agent at J. Michael Bloom & Associates in New York and then worked in Los Angeles, as Director of Program Development for D. L. Taffner where he developed television pilots for all four major networks. The Talent Group represents a strong and diverse roster of both Union and Non-Union talent. As well as having the top print, on-camera and voice talent in the region, The Talent Group represents an incredibly strong roster of models, actors and national voice performers in Los Angeles, New York, Toronto and across the country. As such, our clients include some of the top advertising agencies, recording studios and production companies nationally and internationally, as well as the best photographers, studios and agencies locally. The Talent Group also has a strong Trade Show & Live Events department supplying spokesmodels, product specialists, stylists and promotional models across the country for live events, trade shows, conventions, meetings and other corporate events. Over the past twenty-five years, The Talent Group has established a reputation as the hardest-working talent and modeling agency in the region. Whether you are a client needing our help and expertise, or a talent seeking representation and guidance, we welcome the opportunity to help make you and your next project a success.

Founded in 1987, The Docherty Agency is a full-service talent and modeling agency representing actors, models, and voiceover talent throughout the Pittsburgh and Ohio markets. SAG-AFTRA franchised, Docherty works across commercial, film and television, print, fashion, lifestyle, e-commerce, industrial, and voiceover projects. For nearly four decades, Docherty has built its reputation on developing distinctive talent, cultivating lasting industry relationships, and connecting clients with professional, reliable performers for productions of every size. Docherty talent has worked with leading brands including Nike, T-Mobile, Visa, Nestlé, Hollister, Abercrombie & Fitch, Express, GNC, Vera Bradley, Finish Line, Aerie, American Eagle, and Under Armour, and has booked recurring and main roles in film and television projects for all major networks, studios, and streaming platforms, including Netflix, HBO Max, Hulu, Showtime, ABC, NBC, CBS, and Starz.

Lois Weber Spirit Award

Nominate Candidates Below!

Lois Weber was born in 1879 on Pittsburgh's North Side and became one of Hollywood's first female directors. She started her work in silent film and produced over 100 films, more than any other woman in her era. She tackled social reform in her work and her commitment to innovation made her a true pioneer and one of the most notable filmmakers in the early 1900s. We have created this award to celebrate a Pittsburgh woman currently working in the industry who embodies the same qualities and spirit.

Nomination criteria:

We're looking for a woman who's passionate about social reform and pushing our local film community forward for women. She champions inclusivity, but first and foremost, she's a fierce advocate for women in our city
15 plus years of experience in film, video, or media, with a solid body of work behind her
A genuine passion for mentoring and uplifting other women, helping those she leads reach their own goals
Leads with kindness, strength, and humility - someone innovative who's still committed to learn, grow, and evolve in the industry
Must live within 30 miles of downtown Pittsburgh
Winner will be announced and nominees will be celebrated at our Holiday Mixer in December