Are you an impassioned advocate for Michigan’s multimedia industry? Here’s a chance to make an impact where it really matters. MiFIA is looking for additional sponsors for our annual Legislative Reception on Wednesday, June 11. This is a chance to get your message heard be lawmakers and industry leaders at the highest levels. Check out the graphic for different sponsorship tiers. Sponsors wishing to have their logo on printed materials must sign up by Thursday, June 5. For more information, call 517-580-7710. (fb)

It really is a great time to be a part of the Michigan creative community. The events just keep coming! Pontiac-based production company Tibbs is premiering the rock opera film “Shorthand” alongside a block of short films followed by a filmmaker Q&A. Tibbs is also sharing a sneak peek and some exciting updates on an upcoming feature film, Get Big Gretch, shooting in July. It’s all happening Saturday, June 14, at the Crofoot Ballroom in Pontiac, and you’re invited! (fb)