BAYCAT (Bayview Hunters Point Center for Arts & Technology)

08/08/2024

Throwback to InFocus 2023 💫 Looking back at the incredible moments from last year’s InFocus, where creativity met community! 🎬✨ Relive the passion, inspiration, and stories that brought us together last year.

We can’t wait to make more memories at InFocus 2024. Check the link in bio to reserve your ticket today! 🎟️

07/31/2024

✨ Make connections at 𝗜𝗻𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰: 𝗔𝗻 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘀!

Are you or someone you know in the creative media industry and interested in connecting with diverse creatives in the Bay Area? Join us on Wednesday, September 11th at the Chase Center for an evening of community building, ideas exchange, and celebrating 20 years of BAYCAT! 🎉

You can look forward to:

💬 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Hear from like-minded creatives from all stages of their careers and participate in meaningful, facilitated conversations exploring roles beyond the line. Discover what it means to be a filmmaker in the ever-changing landscape of the media industry in the Bay Area.

🕸️ 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀: Connect with fellow artists who could be your future creative collaborators. Network with creatives who believe in the larger mission of inclusion.

🌉 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: Enjoy unparalleled views of the Bay from the exclusive Above the Rim at the Chase Center. Savor complimentary appetizers and an open bar.

📇 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆: Receive access to our private event Creative Directory, a valuable resource for connecting with other attendees and continuing conversations beyond the event.

Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to be part of a vibrant and inclusive community of storytellers. Check out baycat.org/infocus and reserve your ticket today! 🎟️

07/18/2024

🪱🐦 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗕𝗶𝗿𝗱 𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗮𝗹𝗲!

Join BAYCAT and other BIPOC, q***r, transgender, non-binary, and women creatives for an evening of community building and ideas exchange. Network, mentor, and celebrate 20 years of BAYCAT’s creative community! 🌟

📅 September 11th, 2024 | 6:00 pm to 8:30pm
📍 Above the Rim, Chase Center
🌐baycat.org/infocus

Don’t miss out – check out the link in bio to secure your early bird tickets now and save! 🎟️

07/05/2024

🗓 Mark your calendars! InFocus: An Open Forum for Diverse Storytellers returns on September 11th!

✨We’re back with another opportunity to forge new connections between diverse emerging & established creatives! Join BAYCAT and other BIPOC, q***r, transgender, non-binary, and women creatives for an evening of community building and ideas exchange.

🎉 This year we’re not only bringing together emerging and established creatives, but we’re also celebrating 20 years of BAYCAT! Join us as we celebrate creativity with our community.

🪱🐦 A limited number of early bird tickets will go on sale Thursday, July 18th.

💌 Stay up to date on upcoming events by subscribing to our email newsletter: https://bit.ly/45THWy8

06/27/2024

🔎 BAYCAT Studio is looking for new clients! Could this be you? Or do you know any organizations that are in need of a full-scale in-house production team?

Being a BAYCAT Studio client doesn’t just mean getting a professional final deliverable–you’re also supporting our programming and helping uplift a team that is making strides to change the way we tell stories.

Message us at [email protected] or check out baycatstudio.org to work with us to and support changing the storytellers to change the world!

04/17/2024

📣Introducing— our new workshop series this spring: BAYCAT’s Production Assistant Intensive 🎬

BAYCAT’s Production Assistant Intensive will help you build the skills 💪🏾 to become the production assistant/ coordinator that everyone wants to work with! 🙌🏽

This SUPER PA 🦸🏾‍♀️ workshop series is intended for: 
⬩ San Francisco and Bay Area-based creatives ages 18+
⬩BIPOC, QTGNC, women creatives to the front
⬩May have some on-set experience
⬩Have the drive to launch a creative career, but needs a touch more experience to be competitive for entry-level roles. ⚡️

You can sign up using the QR code or link in our bio! If you have any questions about either opportunity, you can email us at [email protected]. We hope to see y’all there!

04/16/2024

📣Introducing—BAYCAT’s Freelancing 101 Intensive 🎬

This Freelance Friday 🌟workshop series is intended for: 
⬩BAYCAT Alumni prior to Spring 2023 👩‍🎓
⬩BIPOC, QTGNC, women creatives to the front 🖌️
⬩Bay Area film and media makers who are ready to take their freelancing business to the next level 🤳
⬩Part-time, full-time, and side hustlers welcome!🎥

Begins April 19th!

You can sign up using the QR code or link in our bio! If you have any questions about either opportunity, you can email us at [email protected]. We hope to see y’all there! ⚡️

04/02/2024

🎥 Need some new gear? BAYCAT is having a garage sale this week and you’ll want to check some out at highly discounted prices! From grip gear and stands to cameras and lights, we’ve got you covered.

Your attendance automatically enters you into a raffle for an ARRI fresnel or a Kino Flo kit 🔆 Winners will be contacted at the end of each day.

April 1st - 3rd, 1pm to 6pm
2415 3rd St Unit 230, San Francisco, CA 94107

See you there! 👋🏽

02/22/2024

As Black History Month unfolds, we honor the profound influence of Black creatives who have contributed immensely to shaping and reflecting the Black experience across various forms of media. From poignant films to captivating television shows and electrifying music events, these visionary artists have enriched our cultural tapestry and provided invaluable insights into the struggles, triumphs, and resilience of Black individuals and communities.

In another edition of "BAYCAT Recommends," our staff has curated a list of media highlighting essential works that amplify Black voices and narratives. Check out the blog for the full list!

As Black History Month unfolds, we honor the profound influence of Black creatives who have contributed immensely to shaping and reflecting the Black experience across various forms of media. From poignant films to captivating television shows and electrifying music events, these visionary artists h...

02/14/2024

🎉That’s a wrap for BAYCAT’s Fall 2023 Internship Cohort! 🎬

Please join us this Thursday, February 15th, from 5:30-7:30pm at Bloomberg to celebrate, mingle, and screen their films!


🍽️🥂 Food and drinks will be provided, and masks are required 😷


Tickets are FREE! Check the link in bio to reserve yours today 🎟️

Congratulations to our interns and all their hard work! 👏🏽 We hope to see you there!

02/01/2024

🌟 BAYCAT’s Staff Spotlight series shines a light on the incredible individuals who help make our work happen. We're excited to share our first spotlight on our new Associate Director of Education, Charlena Wynn (they/them)!

Read our full interview and get to know Charlena!

BAYCAT’s Staff Spotlight series shines a light on the incredible individuals who help make our work happen. Join us as we delve into the unique stories, passions, and journeys of our talented team members! Meet Charlena Wynn (they/them), BAYCAT’s Associate Director of Education! Charlena brings ...