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"Just recently I was on a production where we were hit with two major storms, back to back. The excessive amount of rain not only stopped us from filming outdoors for many days - but also prevented us from accessing four of our exterior sets for many weeks due to impassibilty of the location and sets being underwater and unshootable. The film took place virtually outside so this presented multiple challenges. Movie making is a daily puzzle at the best of times and this shoot was like finishing the puzzle while missing pieces. Through creativity and tenacity we finished the shoot one day over (a day we needed to shut down completely due to the storm)."
– Rob Cowan, Producer of AQUAMAN and THE CONJURING
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Want to learn more about what producers do? Visit the PGA Code of Credits to find out.

"Just recently I was on a production where we were hit with two major storms, back to back. The excessive amount of rain not only stopped us from filming outdoors for many days - but also prevented us from accessing four of our exterior sets for many weeks due to impassibilty of the location and sets being underwater and unshootable. The film took place virtually outside so this presented multiple challenges. Movie making is a daily puzzle at the best of times and this shoot was like finishing the puzzle while missing pieces. Through creativity and tenacity we finished the shoot one day over (a day we needed to shut down completely due to the storm)."
– Rob Cowan, Producer of AQUAMAN and THE CONJURING
#producingisajob

Want to learn more about what producers do? Visit the PGA Code of Credits to find out.

Breaking news! Speakers announced for Produced By Conference 2026 on Saturday, May 30 at the Universal Studios Lot. Link in bio.

CONFIRMED SPEAKERS AND MODERATORS
- Alex Garcia
- Ash Sarohia
- Bob Greenblatt
- Carol Mendelsohn
- Charles Roven
- Chris Slager
- Cleo Abram
- Cynthia Littleton
- David Friendly
- Donna Gigliotti
- Ellen Goldsmith-Vein
- Erica Lee
- Hawk Koch
- Jana Winograde
- Jason Blum
- Jay Roewe
- Jed Weintrob
- Jennifer Howell
- Joanna Popper
- Joe Farrell
- Joe Lewis
- Julina Tatlock
- Lauren Neustadter
- Lori McCreary
- Michael De Luca
- Michelle Khare
- Mike Farah
- Poppy Hanks
- Sam Pressman
- Sara Murphy
- Sev Ohanian
- Stephanie Allain
- Tom Quinn
- Tommy Oliver
- Will Schildknecht

#producedby2026 #producedbyconference #producers

Lela Meadow-Conner is an indie feature and doc producer. Through her company mamafilm, founded as a pop-up microcinema in a shipping container, she exhibits and produces work about women and identity through a maternal gaze. She is also the co-founder of The Popcorn List, an annual compilation of exceptional films without wide release, and the Interim Executive Director of Art House Convergence. Recent producer credits include CHASING CHASING AMY and RUN AMOK which premiered at Sundance.

#newmembermonday #producers

PGA members only: Wednesday, 5/13 join us in LA for a conversation on the importance of authenticity and accuracy in portraying military and veteran stories on screen. Prior to the panel at 5:30pm there will be an opportunity for networking, and afterwards, a reception.

PGA member registration: shorturl.at/x9XBh

#producers #military #veteran #storytelling

PGA's statement congratulating SAG-AFTRA on reaching an agreement with the AMPTP:
"The Producers Guild of America congratulates SAG-AFTRA on reaching an agreement with the AMPTP. Every person working in our industry is entitled to fair pay and benefits, and today’s announcement reflects a shared desire across our industry to secure equitable contracts that reflect the value of our important and creative work."

"We made The Long Game on a modest budget, but when you care deeply about the story and your team, you find a way. You will things into being. Producing isn’t a title — it’s showing up and doing whatever it takes to get the film made and seen."
– Javier Chapa, Producer of THE LONG GAME
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Want to learn more about what producers do? Visit the PGA Code of Credits to find out.

"We made The Long Game on a modest budget, but when you care deeply about the story and your team, you find a way. You will things into being. Producing isn’t a title — it’s showing up and doing whatever it takes to get the film made and seen."
– Javier Chapa, Producer of THE LONG GAME
#producingisajob

Want to learn more about what producers do? Visit the PGA Code of Credits to find out.

PGA members only: Join us on May 4th for our workshop, Building Clean Energy Worlds On Set and On Screen, a working conversation for producers to make their projects more efficient by incorporating sustainable practices. PGA members can email pgaadmin@producersguild.org for the Zoom link to join.

#pgasustainability #sustainabilitytoolkit #sustainability #sustainableproduction

Thomas Hartmann produces both indie and studio-backed film and television. He works closely with filmmakers from development through delivery across film, television, and digital media. He graduated from the American Film Institute, where he earned a Master of Fine Arts in Producing. Recent producer credits include series HAL & HARPER.

#newmembermonday #producers

Introducing PGA’s Sustainability Tool Kit for Producers.

Developed by producers in collaboration with members of guilds and unions in film and television, this is a resource offering practical tools to help producers:
- Build the business case for sustainable production
- Collaborate with critical departments
- Integrate sustainability into both production and storytelling

Explore the Tool Kit at producersguild.org/sustainability

#pgasustainability #sustainabilitytoolkit #sustainability #sustainableproduction

In the news: As part of PGA’s work to make productions more economically and environmentally sustainable, producers can learn about many of the sustainable power alternatives mentioned in The Hollywood Reporter's article in the new Sustainability Tool Kit. Link in bio.

"Producing Baywatch is less about control than orchestration, bringing together a group of highly capable, independent leaders and shaping them into a unified creative force. Every department arrives with a distinct voice and expertise; the work is in aligning those voices without diminishing them. As the series evolves, so does the team, requiring guidance without rigidity, and diplomacy under pressure. The producer's role is to protect the vision while empowering others to elevate it. Leadership is an ongoing practice — one that earns authority through trust."
– Dante Di Loreto, Executive Producer of BAYWATCH and AMERICAN HORROR STORY
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Want to learn more about what producers do? Visit the PGA Code of Credits to find out.

"Producing Baywatch is less about control than orchestration, bringing together a group of highly capable, independent leaders and shaping them into a unified creative force. Every department arrives with a distinct voice and expertise; the work is in aligning those voices without diminishing them. As the series evolves, so does the team, requiring guidance without rigidity, and diplomacy under pressure. The producer's role is to protect the vision while empowering others to elevate it. Leadership is an ongoing practice — one that earns authority through trust."
– Dante Di Loreto, Executive Producer of BAYWATCH and AMERICAN HORROR STORY
#producingisajob

Want to learn more about what producers do? Visit the PGA Code of Credits to find out.

Danielle Massie is an indie feature and doc producer and head of development & production at Park Pictures. She began her career as a PA for SNL's beloved Beast Unit and freelance coordinator for Funny or Die’s digital shorts. Recent credits include co-producer of BAFTA-winning EARTH MAMA and associate producer of Oscar-nominated THE PERFECT NEIGHBOR.

#newmembermonday #producers