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Hawthorne Direct Names Kathi Moore Vice President/Account Director
By: Hawthorne Direct | June 18, 2013
Hawthorne Direct, a full service brand response advertising agency, has named Kathi Moore as the company's new Vice President and Account Director. The announcement was made today by Tim Hawthorne, Chairman/CEO/Founder, Hawthorne Direct. Hawthorne said, "Kathi has an extensive background working in-house with direct response and traditional advertising agencies, as well as with a variety of brands, both in the U.S. and around the world. Her 30-years of expertise in the ad/marketing field have seasoned her abilities in developing strategic marketing campaigns, working closely with creative and production teams, implementing media buying and planning, and managing the return on investment resulting from a broad range of direct response driven campaigns. We're delighted to welcome her to our team." ...READ MORE>>
Juntobox Films Greenlights The Driver
By: JuntoBox Films | June 18, 2013
Forest Whitaker Announces the 5th Project for JuntoBox Films at Film Independent's Los Angeles Film Festival. Today at the Los Angeles Film Festival, produced by the nonprofit arts organization Film Independent, JuntoBox Films, a collaborative film studio for filmmakers and fans co-chaired by Forest Whitaker, announced the greenlight of the company's fifth feature film, The Driver. Written by George Richards, The Driver becomes the 5th project chosen by the JuntoBox Films community for active
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Capture Los Angeles part of the 2013 On Location Program
By: New Filmmakers LA | June 18, 2013
In partnership with the City of LA and LA Weekly, NewFilmmakers LA Film Festival announces the official call for entries for the 2013 On Location: The Los Angeles Video Project. In five minutes or less, filmmakers are invited to create narrative, documentary, commercial, or animated short films depicting their unique vision of the diverse, creative community that is Los Angeles. Filmmakers of all experience levels, from burgeoning film students, to cinema buffs and enthusiasts, to experienced directors, producers, actors, and writers, are welcome to participate. The On Location program seeks to positively showcase each filmmakers view of Los Angeles to the rest of the world through short films created from an insiders perspective. Selected finalists will be screened during the 2013 On Location premiere event October 19th ...READ MORE>>
Hawaii Increases Production Tax Credit to 20-25%
By: Hawaii Film Office | June 17, 2013
Hawaii has expanded its existing tax credit program in an effort to maintain its globally competitive edge in film production. The Hawaii State Legislature passed a bill in April that increases the existing refundable production tax credit formerly known as Act 88, by 5 percent across the board. Governor Neil Abercrombie signed the bill into law May 31. Effective July 1, the new law, now known as Act 88/89 provides the following enhancements for qualified productions beginning on or after January 1, 2013:
• Increases the base credit amount to 20% for productions taking place on Oahu; and 25% for productions taking place on the Neighbor Islands of Maui, Molokai, ...READ MORE>>
Rock Our World 2013 Nominations End June 21
By: PLASA | June 14, 2013
The submission deadline for the fifth annual Rock Our World Awards is one week away; all nominations need to be in by June 21, 2013. The awards, which recognize extraordinary achievement of products, projects or product application by PLASA Members, were designed to acknowledge the genius of both the creator of technology and the designers or integrators who apply it. The process is easy and helps make your colleagues shine. Anyone may nominate a PLASA Member for the awards, so if you've seen something revolutionary that has rocked your world in the last year, now is your chance to tell us. It could ...READ MORE>>
Nevada Announces 19% Film Incentive Tax Credit Up To $20M
June 14, 2013
My name is Joshua Cohen. I am Co-Chair of the Nevada Film Incentive Task Force, a grass-roots organization that has just successfully enacted film tax incentives for the first time here. After more than a decade of efforts led by James Reid of JR Lighting, Gov. Brian Sandoval (R) signed SB165 into law late on June 11th, 2013, making Nevada the 41st state to offer incentives to attract major motion picture, television and commercial productions. Beginning January 1st, productions that shoot at least 60% in-state can earn transferrable tax credits up to 19% of their qualified production expenses, including Nevada cast, crew, labor, gear, rentals, purchases, post, etc. Crew meals would be eligible, for instance, but anything eaten off of a stripper would not. Out-of-state above-the-line (stars, producers, department heads) can also ...READ MORE>>
ICG Selects 17th Annual Emerging Cinematographer Awardees
By: ICG | June 13, 2013
The International Cinematographers Guild (ICG, IATSE Local 600) has named eight honorees and two honorable mentions for its 17th annual Emerging Cinematographer Awards (ECA). The ten short films will be premiered at the Directors Guild of America Theater in Los Angeles on September 29. A New York premiere will follow on October 20 at the School of Visual Arts. The honorees are:
Michael Berlucchi, Operator, whose film is titled ...READ MORE>>
Riverfront Stages, Inc. gets New Office Space, Warehouses & Crew Parking
By: Riverfront Stages, Inc. | June 13, 2013
Riverfront Stages, Inc. is excited to let you know they now have over 25,000 square feet of office space and an air conditioned warehouse directly adjacent to our 42,000 square feet of standing sets in Sylmar. They are available for short term location or long term production. Two, separate 9,000 square foot office suites are on the 2nd floor of 13100 Telfair Avenue, Sylmar, CA 91342. The offices share a common area Lobby, Restrooms, Elevator, ...READ MORE>>
Packair Airfreight, Inc. President Sussan Sharifian Joins the LA Biomed Board
By: Packair | June 13, 2013
The Los Angeles Biomedical Research Institute at the Harbor-UCLA Medical Center has proudly announced three new names to its board of directors. Among these three new board members, seeing the name Sussan Sharifian attracted the eye because of her well-known reputation as president of Packair Airfreight, Inc. - one of Hollywood's leading freight forwarding companies for many studios and film projects. Sussan owns and manages her freight forwarding company, Packair from LAX - portal to the west coast. Packair has been extremely successful in transporting items for a multitude of Hollywood's most featured films worldwide for a number of decades. Since her presidency in 2006, Packair has achieved unprecedented growth in numbers of film projects and a major development of various business clienteles, and is still growing more and more.
So what does Sharifian bring to the table at LA Biomed? Exactly what all the board members should bring - diversity, success, and a heart to serve ...READ MORE>>
Rodeo FX "Magically" Delivers 350 Shots as Main VFX Vendor on Now You See Me
June 12, 2013
Renowned visual effects production studio Rodeo FX has "magically" delivered 350 complex VFX shots for Now You See Me, serving as the film's main VFX vendor. The film was released by Summit Entertainment May 31st. The Rodeo FX team created and produced a huge and diverse array of shots for the new film, comprising 23 total minutes of visual effects-driven screen time. Rodeo's work involved producing the VFX for dozens of sequences. These included creating: CG crowds to fill in thousands of seats of the MGM Grand Hotel and the Savoy Theater, millions of CG Euros, a magical prop named the "Crusher," Manhattan and Chicago city ...READ MORE>>
Saville Signs Award-winning Director Wayne Craig
By: Saville Productions | June 10, 2013
Saville has signed award-winning director Wayne Craig for commercial spot representation in North America. Wayne has just won the AMPIA award for Best Television Commercial for his epic period piece 'The Demo.' Helmed for energy company TransAlta, the outstanding spot takes us into the magical world of the Calgary stampede grounds as seen through the eyes of a young boy in 1912. Throughout his successful career in Canada, Wayne has won over 70 international awards, including a Cannes Lion, the London International Awards, the Bessie and the prestigious CLIO Award. Wayne made his first notable mark in the US by helming Tax Act's Super Bowl commercial debut in 2012. The quirky story about a boy desperately seeking a place to relieve himself gained both national attention and praise, and was featured on Good Morning America and The Huffington Post, which rated it as one ...READ MORE>>
Sold Out Produced By Conference Featured Top Industry Leaders
By: Produced By Conference | June 10, 2013
2013 PGA Producers Showcase (ProShow) Winners Announced. The Producers Guild of America (PGA) concluded its 5th annual Produced By Conference (PBC) yesterday. The sold out two-day conference held at 20th Century Fox Studios in Los Angeles, had more than 1,000 members of the entertainment producing community in attendance. Reaching across film, television and new media, the Produced By Conference is an educational forum that showcases acclaimed producers, including countless Academy Award®-winning filmmakers and Emmy® Award winners, as well as the next generation of creative entrepreneurs. J.J. Abrams, Jerry Bruckheimer, Mark Burnett, Tracey Edmonds, Roland Emmerich, Jon Favreau, Mark Gordon, Marshall Herskovitz, Gale ...READ MORE>>
Roger Ebert and Ryan Coogler Honored at Sundance Institute LA Benefit
By: Sundance Institute | June 6, 2013
Last night, Wednesday, June 5, the third annual 'Celebrate Sundance Institute' benefit in Los Angeles honored the life and work of beloved journalist and film critic Roger Ebert with the Vanguard Leadership Award in Memoriam. The event also honored filmmaker Ryan Coogler - whose debut feature film, Fruitvale Station, was selected for Sundance Institute's Screenwriters Lab and went on to win both the Grand Jury Prize and the Audience Award at the 2013 Sundance Film Festival - with the Vanguard Award, Presented by Tiffany & Co. At the event, Sundance Institute also announced the establishment of the Roger Ebert Scholarship for Film Criticism, in memory of Roger Ebert. The scholarship will make grants to six to eight young critics to enable them to attend and cover the 2014 Sundance Film Festival as part of the Indiewire Critics Academy, a workshop for aspiring film critics. The public may contribute to the scholarship fund at http://www.razoo.com/story/Roger-Ebert-Scholarship.
In announcing the scholarship, Keri Putnam, Executive Director of Sundance Institute, said, "Roger Ebert was, without question, one of the greatest champions of independent filmmaking talent the world has ever known. He was also an extremely generous supporter ...READ MORE>>
Studio Wings Safely Completes Season 8 of CBS' Criminal Minds
By: Studio Wings | June 6, 2013
The 2013 Season Finale of Criminal Minds recently aired on CBS and we are excited to announce Studio Wings once again coordinated and flew the exciting aerial action! The night time aerial filming included FBI HQ rooftop take offs and landings, numerous air-to-air shots, as well as precision landings in a deserted field and a simulated helicopter crash which resulted in a dramatic finale! Studio Wings utilized its Safety Management Systems manual to exceed FAA safety requirements by carefully identifying and fully mitigating the risks involved in filming multiple helicopters, flying and landing in close formation at night. Check out the 2-hour Season 8 Finale, Episode 23 "Brothers Hotchner/The Replicator" at CBS Criminal Minds ...READ MORE>>
Hawthorne Direct Promotes Jessica Hawthorne-Castro to COO
June 5, 2013
Hawthorne Direct, a full service brand response advertising agency, has promoted Jessica Hawthorne-Castro to Chief Operating Officer. Hawthorne-Castro had been the company's Vice President of Operations & Client Services. The announcement was made today by Tim Hawthorne, Chairman/CEO and Founder of Hawthorne Direct. Representing the "next generation" of brand marketing experts, Hawthorne-Castro, Tim Hawthorne's daughter, will remain based in the company's Western Regional offices in Los Angeles. In her new position, she will focus her efforts on the company's internal affairs, helping to shape the future direction of the agency by empowering department heads with additional duties and ensuring the efficiency and productivity of all inter-departmental efforts, both in Los Angeles and the Midwest office locations.
Regarding her promotion, Hawthorne said, "Six years ago, Jessica proved herself to be a rising star as one of the youngest female Hollywood agents at the William Morris Endeavor Talent Agency. Since coming to our agency in 2007, she has proven herself once again, showing impressive strength in operations ...READ MORE>>
California Film Commission Accepts Record Number of Tax Credit Applications
June 4, 2013
Hollywood, Calif. -- June 4, 2013 -- On Monday, June 3rd, the California Film Commission began accepting applications for the next $100 million round of tax credits provided annually by the state's Film & Television Tax Credit Program, which was enacted in 2009 to help curb runaway production. The number of applications submitted this year on the first day of the application period rose 18 percent to 380, compared to 322 applications last year. At the same time, the total number of projects selected to receive a share of the $100 ...READ MORE>>
Pro Audio Dealer Location Sound Corp. Re-launches Website
By: Location Sound Corp. | June 4, 2013
Location Sound Corp. has made another commitment toward excellence in customer service by relaunching a redesigned, easy-to-navigate website featuring products for professional audio needs, accessible via http://www.locationsound.com. The mobile and tablet-optimized website features: --A clean and uncluttered look with "predictive search" technology that allows users to get to the page they want quickly and efficiently by typing only the first letters or model number of the item they're looking for
--Protection by Norton Secured Seal, the most trusted and secure choice for website protection, and Extended Validation (EV), the green address bar in high ...READ MORE>>
Mountain vs. Machine
By: Animals of Montana | June 4, 2013
A truly unique experience. The Animals of Montana Heli Tour is the only one of its kind. Take an unforgettable flight aboard the Bell 206L4 and you will find yourself atop one of the more impressive mountain ranges in Montana, "The Crazies". Its just you, your camera, a stunning view; oh, and not to mention, "Mekong", our gorgeous snow leopard.
Our trainers, Troy and Demetri will be guiding your tour while you witness our snow leopard poised amidst the majestic back drop of the Crazy Mountains.
It's a quick jaunt from lift off to landing but it will be a memory to last you a life ...READ MORE>>
Film Independent Announces LA Film Festival's Annual "Coffee Talks"
By: Greg Longstreet, Film Independent | June 4, 2013
Today the Los Angeles Film Festival, presented by Film Independent, in conjunction with Presenting Media Sponsor the Los Angeles Times and Host Partner L.A. LIVE, announced its annual Sunday "Coffee Talks" programming for June 16. The four talks will take place over the course of one day and feature Directors, Actors, Composers and Screenwriters, including Shane Black (Iron Man 3, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang), Virginia Madsen (Sideways, Hell on Wheels), Joe Manganiello ("True Blood," Magic Mike), Drew Pearce (Pacific Rim, Iron Man 3), Karen McCullah (Legally Blonde, The Ugly Truth), Atticus Ross (The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo, The Social Network) and more. Additionally, the Festival announced KCRW's The Treatment at the Los Angeles Film Festival will take place on June 19 with Host/Film Independent at LACMA Curator Elvis Mitchell and filmmaker Justin Lin (Fast & Furious 6, Better Luck Tomorrow). The Festival will celebrate the 20th anniversary of Film Independent's Project Involve, which will include the world premiere of Life of a King, starring Cuba Gooding Jr. on June 22. Scheduled for June 15 are the Diversity Speaks Panels, which bring together network executives, independent filmmakers, rising Internet sensations and aspiring artists ...READ MORE>>
Proof Provides Previs, Postvis and Visual Effects for Fast & Furious 6
June 3, 2013
Proof Inc., one of the film industry's leading visualization houses, has provided Previs services to Universal Pictures' Fast & Furious 6, which was released May 24, 2013, it was announced today. According to Proof Creative Director/Founder Ron Frankel, Proof provided previsualization for six sequences of Fast & Furious 6, which involved the creation of 40 minutes of original animation. Proof also provided post-vis services for the film, and it produced 200 visual effects shots. Original Film's Neal H. Moritz, Producer, Fast & Furious 6, said, "The Fast & Furious films are all about extreme action with real cars and real cameras. I'm a big believer in Previs. It's the best way to develop the intense action that our fans expect long before anyone even shows up on set. We've been working with Alex Vegh and the team at Proof for years and they really have the Fast & Furious franchise dialed in."
Proof's Previs Supervisor Alex Vegh, who has been the Previs Supervisor for the second through the sixth entries of the Fast & Furious franchise, adds, ...READ MORE>>
LA's Stun Creative Shoots and Produces New 2013 Summer Campaign for Bravo
June 3, 2013
Stun Creative, an award winning advertising agency and production company based in LA, has produced and shot the new 2013 summer promotional campaign for client Bravo Media. The new work marks the fourth-annual "Summer by Bravo" multi-platform promotional campaign produced by Stun, and celebrates the network's pop culture brand and its upcoming original programming. Bravo fans can see the first two spots from the Summer 2013 campaign, and can also watch behind-the-scenes content, by visiting:
http://www.BravoTV.com/summer-by-bravo
The Stun Creative-produced "Summer by Bravo" ...READ MORE>>
Bradley Whitford Stars in "Man Up, Little Boy" to Premiere at Dances With Films
June 3, 2013
Emmy Award-winning "West Wing" cast member Bradley Whitford, whose new ABC comedy series "Trophy Wife" debuts this Fall, stars in a new, independent, dark comedy short film entitled Man Up, Little Boy. The 8-minute film will make its debut during the "Dances with Films" Festival held at Hollywood's Chinese Theatres, and will be presented there on Wednesday, June 5, at 5PM. To view the Trailer for this film, please see https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=10200673718139529
And "Like" the film on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/ManUpLittleBoy
Man Up, Little Boy story synopsis: Blood, sweat and tears flow when a domineering father and his underachieving son square ...READ MORE>>
Newly Revived "Arrested Development" Netflix Series Turns to Shapeshifter
By: Shapeshifter | May 28, 2013
Producers of the revived television series "Arrested Development," which will simultaneously debut 15 new episodes on Netflix on Sunday, May 26th, turned to SHAPESHIFTER to provide post production services. SHAPESHIFTER's client for this project was Dakota Pictures. The announcement was made today by Russo Anastasio, Co-Founder, and President of SHAPESHIFTER. For new episodes of "Arrested Development," SHAPESHIFTER provided comprehensive finishing services, including final conforming, final color correction, and visual effects.
Troy Miller, Executive Producer/Director (with Creator Mitch Hurwitz) of "Arrested Development," said, "SHAPESHIFTER's contributions to this show were significant. They are virtually unsurpassed in their ability to make quality changes quickly and efficiently. Their artistry and technical finesse added a level of quality that this genre rarely has. I couldn't be more pleased with Russo and his team."
Adds Dakota Pictures' Post Supervisor Lincoln Sevier, "During the editing of 'Arrested Development,' ...READ MORE>>
Cinematographers Panel at Cine Gear
By: Weissman/Markovitz | May 23, 2013
WHAT: The wide-ranging visual capabilities of today's digital cameras, monitors and postproduction equipment demand that the camera team develop a strong communications system to capture the creative intent of the director and director of photography. Two DP and digital imaging technician teams from recent high profile projects will discuss how they work with the director, as well as other members of the camera crew, to manage the color and look of the picture.
Specific topics to be addressed include:
• The process of deciding how to use technology to create the look, evaluate footage on the set and apply color correction. ...READ MORE>>
Superfad NY Executive Trio Join Gravity as SCOUT
May 22, 2013
International visual effects, design and content company Gravity announced today that the three key creative and production executives from Superfad NY have re-assembled as SCOUT, a new divison of Gravity. Gravity CEO/CCO Zviah Eldar made the announcement. The newly launched SCOUT is led by Creative Directors Chace Hartman and Brian Drucker, along with Head of Production Whitney Green.
"Integrating the talents of Chace, Brian and Whitney as SCOUT, in conjunction with the Gravity brand, now gives us a wider and more complimentary array of design, VFX and live action solutions to service for all types of media," said Gravity CMO/Executive Producer Bob Samuel. "We were huge fans of Fad & Superfad over the years, and having SCOUT with us now truly deepens our creative arsenal for all types of projects."
"Gravity has provided a wonderful set-up for us," said Hartman. "They are allowing us to use our new moniker of SCOUT to continue the great work we've for which we've been been known, yet we are also now able to collaborate with Gravity's talent in innovative ways. ...READ MORE>>
Creative Stage Lighting becomes Master Dealer for popular US made FlexAray™ LED Product line
By: Lizzie Solms | May 21, 2013
0energyLIGHTING, Inc. (0eL) is proud to announce that Creative Stage Lighting (CSL) has become a Master Dealer in the US and Canada for their FlexAray™ LED fixture line. The FlexAray™ line of LED stage and studio fixtures has helped bring the US based development and manufacturing company, 0energyLIGHTING, Inc. (0eL) and its talented design team, out from 'behind the curtain'. "We are honored to have the support of one of the most well-known and respected companies in the industry," adds Lizzie Solms, Chief Operating Officer of 0eL. "I believe that we have found the best possible partner in CSL."
The FlexAray® fixtures stand out from the competition with their unique patent pending hexagonal ...READ MORE>>
Fujifilm Production Tool Demo Coming to a City Near You!
By: Fujifilm | May 15, 2013
Come see Fujifilm's newest color management tool, the ISmini, as a featured part of the "Visual Storytelling Tour" that will travel across the United States this summer. Come join the all-day class, taught by Oscar nominee, Director of Photography for the Saturday Night Live Film Unit and cinematographer Alex Buono, who will share his insights into all aspects of motion digital imaging.
The FUJIFILM ISmini will be in the spotlight as it helps to provide accurate and color-matched images on every monitor. The ISmini begins shipping in early June and will help deliver consistent, high precision color for all your on-set HDSDI or HDMI monitors.
For more information on the Fujifilm Image ...READ MORE>>
Humboldt County, California Featured in "After Earth"
By: Cassandra Hesseltine | May 15, 2013
The much anticipated feature After Earth, the latest sci-fi action adventure starring Will and Jaden Smith, is set to open on Friday, May 31st. Directed by M. Night Shyamalan, After Earth shot nine days in the redwoods of Humboldt County, California. While one day was filmed on private land, most of the shoot took place in Humboldt Redwoods State Park. State Park Ranger John O'Rourke won State Public Employee of the Year at last October's COLA (California On Location Awards) for his superb efforts helping make the shoot happen in Northern California. "I feel so lucky to have a group of rangers that really understand the needs of ...READ MORE>>
5th Produced By Conference Announces Top Producers and Executives for Mentoring Roundtables
By: 42West | May 14, 2013
The Producers Guild of America (PGA) announced today the list of top industry producers and executives who will serve as mentors during the intimate Mentoring Roundtable meetings that will be held throughout the 5th annual Produced By Conference (PBC), June 8-9, at 20th Century Fox Studios in Los Angeles. Confirmed mentors include: Victoria Alonso (Iron Man 3, Thor: The Dark World, Captain America: The Winter Solider, The Avengers) Executive Vice President of Visual Effects and Post Production, Marvel Studios
Nancy Daniels, Executive Vice President, Production and Development, Discovery Channel; General Manager, Discovery Fit & Health
Stephanie Drachkovitch (Married to the Army: Alaska, ...READ MORE>>
Desert. Wilderness. Wasteland. Sushi?
By: Emma Fulenwider | May 14, 2013
You wouldn't know it by looking at the location shots on filmdeserts.com, but class and comfort are just minutes away. "The most perplexing question people ask is 'What's the closest hotel to Ridgecrest?' And I tell them 'We have 18 hotels to choose from,'" said Emma Fulenwider, Assistant Film Commissioner at the Ridgecrest Regional Film Commission.
"Most of our film crews don't realize until they get here that they could have hired several of their services locally instead of hauling them up from LA."
Solution - The Ridgecrest Filming Discount Card.
"We approached our members and asked them to give a 10% discount to film professionals. The business community in Ridgecrest has always welcomed filming, so they were excited for the opportunity to demonstrate it."
The Ridgecrest Regional Film Commission is giving away 300 discount cards this year. Listed on the card are a dozen of the RRFC's business ...READ MORE>>
PGA Announces Finalists for 2013 PGA Proshow
By: 42West | May 13, 2013
The Producers Guild of America (PGA) announced today the eleven finalists for the 2013 PGA Producers Showcase (ProShow) competition. Three grand prize winners will be announced at the 5th annual Produced By Conference (PBC) on June 8-9, held at 20th Century Fox Studios. The eleven finalists are: Feature Film Category -- development sponsor: Fox International Productions
1.) Coming About - Joyce Cox
2.) Fool Me Twice - James D. Brubaker
3.) Jack of the Red Hearts - Lucy Murkajee
4.) The Girl Who Owned the City - Brandi Savitt
5.) Vera - Noam Dromi
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Packair's White Glove Service
By: Packair | May 13, 2013
Packair Airfreight is pleased to announce the Packair White Glove Service - offering a "cleaner" option for moving merchandise from one place to another and ensuring its spotless and great condition upon arrival to destination. Planning on moving wedding dresses and props to a beach in Hawaii for the filming of the next Hollywood romance comedy? Please invite Packair's White Glove Service into your studio where they can gather any of your belongings and secure them for transport, whether across the borders or across the world. We could even package all of your studio's cameras and set paintings, getting them where they ...READ MORE>>
Ryan Coogler to be Honored with Vanguard Award at 'Celebrate Sundance Institute' Benefit
By: PMK•BNC | May 9, 2013
Sundance Institute today announced filmmaker Ryan Coogler (Fruitvale Station) will be honored with the Vanguard Award, presented by Tiffany & Co. Actress Kerry Washington will present the award to Coogler at the third annual 'Celebrate Sundance Institute' benefit on June 5, 2013 in Los Angeles. As previously announced, the benefit will also honor the life and work of beloved journalist and film critic Roger Ebert with the Vanguard Leadership Award in Memoriam, in recognition of his advocacy of independent cinema. The award will be presented by Sundance Institute President and Founder Robert Redford and accepted by Ebert's wife, Chaz Ebert.
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The Harman Press Hosts Fullerton College Print Tech Class
By: Rex Weiner | May 7, 2013
Combining education with its commercial printing business, The Harman Press welcomed the members of Fullerton College's Printing Technology Class on Wednesday, May 1. The visit included a tour of the company's new North Hollywood facility, as well as interviews with the department heads, concluding with lunch attended by Harman Press CEO Jay Goldner. "The staff at Harman Press took the time to sit down and talk with our students, showing sincere interest in their talents and future within the printing industry. We had a great time and look forward to working with the talented and knowledgeable staff to help provide our students a better learning experience." said Dennis Howey, Fullerton Printing Technology Chair. Howey's 2013 class includes five PIASC Academic Challenge winners.
Harman Press President Philip Goldner said, "Dennis Howey's talented students impressed and inspired us-they're the future. We look forward to working with Fullerton College to open doors and bring ...READ MORE>>
New Transvideo 7" Rainbow HD on-board Monitor to be presented at Cine Gear
By: Transvideo | May 7, 2013
New Transvideo 7" RainbowHD on-board monitor presented at Cine Gear (booth #115). Transvideo 7" RainbowHD is a revolutionary 3 -in-1 production monitor. Three pre-programmed modes for Assistant, Operator/Director and D.I.T, are each designed for a specific set assignment. This monitor works around you instead of you working around it. Various tools can be called up from each mode. The 7" HD professional monitor has an extra slim profile with a total volume 30% smaller than other 7". Its weight of 1.5 lbs is ideal for new light digital cameras. With a viewing angle of 160º vertical and horizontal, its visibility in full sun is unrivaled. Yet, it draws only 12w (30% less than other 7"). ...READ MORE>>
City of Santa Clarita announces Movie Ranch Overlay Zone
By: Santa Clarita Film Office | May 7, 2013
With the approval of the South Sand Canyon annexation on Tuesday, April 16, 2013, the City of Santa Clarita welcomed its first three movie ranch properties into the Movie Ranch Overlay Zone (MOZ), including: Sable Movie Ranch, Rancho Maria and A Rancho Deluxe. Of the 692 acres included in the annexation, 540 acres are dedicated movie ranch properties. The City created the Movie Ranch Overlay Zone as a way to support existing production and film businesses while attracting new production and film companies. Filming on these properties will benefit from reduced cost permits and expedited permit processing ...READ MORE>>
The Board Patrol for Boston
By: Steve Lax | May 6, 2013
Giving back. Paying it forward. Getting involved in our community and country. It goes by many names, this urge to help and/or partner with a worthy cause. Since the events from April 15th at the Boston Marathon, we felt this urge. Unfortunately, these cowardly acts of terrorism against our fellow brothers and sisters, are part of our life & times. We need to unite and answer the call when the time is right. That time is now! So what could Board Patrol do to help? Plenty, actually. http://theBoardPatrol.com
As far as donating money, a worthy recipient is to give to one of the 35 charitable organizations that Boston Marathon runners had chosen as their own recipients, which ranged from the American Red Cross of Massachusetts to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society; think of it as donating in a runner's honor. ...READ MORE>>
Buster Beefs up Creative Talent Roster: Joseph Kiely Named Executive Creative Director for On-Air Design, Neville Burtis Named Executive Creative Director for BusterINK
By: Buster | May 6, 2013
Design and animation studio Buster has beefed up its creative talent roster by naming Joseph Kiely as the company's new Executive Creative Director for motion graphics, and Neville Burtis as Executive Creative Director of the agency's print, outdoor and digital division, BusterINK. Both men report to Buster's Chief Creative Officer / Executive Producer Jonas Morganstein. Brad Roth and Mark Feldstein, principals of Stun Creative, the parent company of Buster, made the announcement. "Joseph Kiely brings his extensive experience implementing creative strategy, visual branding, and consumer & entertainment marketing and promotion expertise to Buster," said Morganstein. "Concurrently, Neville now leads the charge at BusterINK, where he will continue to develop our core TV client base while also expanding our business into theatrical ...READ MORE>>
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