re: HOLIDAY PARTY!!!!

THIS MONDAY!!! 3PM!!!

Media Arts Department Holiday Party. Cookies! Cake! Eggnog! Load up on your sugar before final exams!

Fries 146. Spread the word.

re: some gigs at the IFP

Though the year is winding down, we at IFP are busier than ever, and looking for a team of good interns to help us through.

Please read the descriptions carefully before applying.
VIDEO INTERNS for the Community Department.

1) VIDEO EDITING INTERN - Community Management Department

Ideal candidate is a self-motivated intern with some digital video experience, as well as a good knowledge of the independent film world and its players. The ideal candidate should have some experience in Final Cut Pro or iMovie, and be aware of the independent film scene's Industry leaders. Duties will including selecting, digitizing, and editing clips from past Conferences and programs to use in marketing and membership materials.

Contact Danielle DiGiacomo, dgiacomo@ifp.org

2) IFP PROGRAMMING DEPARTMENT INTERN.

We need a Sharp and self-directed individual. The ideal candidate should be flexible, professional, motivated and with great interest in and knowledge of independent narrative and documentary film. Expertise in Microsoft platform, Excel, Word and internet savvy a must; any database software (Access, Raiser’s Edge), a plus. This is a great position for someone interested in the inner workings of film programming, arts administration and in working for a filmmaker’s advocacy group.

Our intern would assist with Narrative & Documentary Independent Filmmaker Labs (Spring 2010, labs.ifp.org), Fiscal Sponsorship program, alumni tracking, research on outside film funding organizations & grants, lots more! This is an administrative and programming support position, including research and data entry.

Contact Rose Vincelli, rvincelli@ifp.org

These are great opportunities to be a part of the independent film industry, build professional relationships, and to be a part of IFP, America’s oldest and largest organization of independent filmmakers.Both internships would be Part time, two to three days a week. This position is unpaid, but college credit, IFP membership and other benefits are available. For more information on IFP, please visit www.ifp.org.

For the VIDEO INTERN, please send resume and cover letter to
dgiacomo@ifp.org

For the PROGRAMMING INTERN, please send resume and cover letter to rvincelli@ifp.org.

Thanks!

re: tribeca gucci grant and support

TRIBECA ALL ACCESS (TAA)

TAA is a year round networking and career development forum that supports the work of directors and screenwriters from traditionally under-represented communities within the industry.

Selected directors and screenwriters will have a chance to participate in one-on-one meetings with key industry players in addition to networking and learning from dedicated panels and workshops during the Tribeca Film Festival.

TAA is open to both mid-career and emerging narrative and documentary filmmakers. Applicants are required to apply with a completed feature-length screenplay, documentary proposal, or documentary work-in-progress and must have at least one screenwriter or director attached who qualifies. Projects may be of any subject matter, genre, or budget range suited for independent or major studio production.

Deadline: December 14, 2009

Members of ACV receive a discount when applying.
Please enter code: TFIAFF and submit proof of membership with the application supplemental materials.

Visit www.tribecafilminstitute.org/taa for complete details.

THE GUCCI TRIBECA DOCUMENTARY FUND

In 2010, the Gucci Tribeca Documentary Fund, through the Tribeca Film Institute, will offer a total of $100,000, provided as grants ranging from $10,000 - $25,000.

The Gucci Tribeca Documentary Fund is seeking feature-length documentaries that are in the stages of advanced production or post-production with an intended premiere in late 2010 or early 2011. Eligible films should explore broad social issues or movements through engaging stories that may have potential impact and the ability to inspire dialogue. We are looking for films that are suitable in style to be able to sustain a festival and/or theatrical run and that could resonate with a mainstream U.S. audience.

Submissions Open: October 5, 2009 - January 11, 2010

Inquiries Contact:
documentary@tribecafilminstitute.org or 212.274.8080 ext. 28

For more info visit: www.tribecafilminstitute.org

re: teaching jobs

SUNY Purchase
Location: Purchase, NY
Category:
Faculty - Fine and Applied Arts - Other Fine & Applied Arts
Faculty - Fine and Applied Arts - Art
Posted: 10/02/2009
Application Due: 12/01/2009
Type: Full Time
Salary: $51,000 USD Per Year
Notes: included on Affirmative Action email
Description: The School of Art+Design at Purchase College SUNY seeks candidates for the full-time, tenure-track position of Assistant Professor of Art+Design beginning September 1, 2010 (subject to budgetary approval). Applicants to this position should have experience and expertise with sculpture (broadly defined) and digital technology as it pertains to fine art. We are seeking artist/educators receptive to teaching both BFA and BA students. Our ideal candidate will be comfortable working and thinking across disciplines, having interests and experience that extend beyond his or her visual specialty and encompass broader approaches to art practice and human knowledge.

Teaching assignments will include undergraduate courses specifically for students in their first and second years of Art+Design's foundation/core. In addition, the position will help provide academic support for a new BA in Visual Arts scheduled to begin the 2010-11 academic year. Other duties may include teaching advanced undergraduate courses in their areas of expertise, mentoring upper-level undergraduate and graduate students, and interacting with the Neuberger Museum of Art. Responsibilities will also include academic advising and community service (which encompasses committee work as well as College, School, and Board of Study governance).

Candidates should have a distinguished exhibition record and an interest in interdisciplinary approaches to art-making and teaching.

Qualifications: A terminal degree (MFA) in a studio discipline or commensurate experience and three years of college teaching experience are required.

Applicants must attach the following documents to the online employment application:
1) One-page cover letter expressing interest in the position and summarizing qualifications
2) CV, including exhibitions, reviews, published articles, panels/papers, courses taught, etc. (Do Not Submit Original Materials.)
3) Names, addresses, and e-mail addresses of three references
4) Two statements of teaching philosophy: the first is a one-page statement about teaching sculpture/digital fine art; the second is a one-page statement about teaching entry-level college students, both BA and BFA (foundation/core). BOTH statements must be submitted as one document.

In addition, all interested applicants are required to submit a CD-R and documentation by mail that contains the following:

1) 20 images of personal work
2) 20 images of student work
3) Corresponding hard-copy image lists (info about each image) with thumbnails (contact sheet) of all images.
4) Electronic copies of all uploaded documents (from the online employment application)

The CD-R (no DVDs) should be labeled with applicant's name and the position for which the applicant is applying. All images must be in JPEG format and should be no larger than 1000x1000 pixels. All documents should be submitted on the CD-R in RICH TEXT or PDF FORMAT, as well as in hard copy. Send this CD-R via postal mail to:

Chair, Search Committee for
Assistant Professor of Art+Design (3D)
School of Art+Design
Purchase College SUNY
735 Anderson Hill Road
Purchase, NY 10577

No phone calls or e-mail submissions of application materials will be accepted.
Application Information

Contact: SUNY Purchase
Online App. Form: https://jobs.purchase.edu

2 FESTIVALS COMING UP

CALL FOR ENTRIES:

13th BROOKLYN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
June 4-13, 2010

The BIFF is an International, competitive festival for and by independent filmmakers. BIFF mission is to discover, expose, and promote independent filmmakers while drawing worldwide attention to Brooklyn.

Now accepting film submissions for the following categories:
Feature, Documentary, Short, Experimental, Animation

Awards: $60,000 in services, products, and cash.

Early Deadline ($30): Postmarked by November 30, 2009
Final Deadline ($50): Postmarked by March 17, 2010

For more info: http://wbff.org/submit/

2010 ROOFTOP FILMS SUMMER SERIES
May - September, 2010

Submit your films and videos now and participate in one of the most unforgettable, unique, filmmaker-friendly, independent film events in the world!

The Summer Series will feature more than 200 daring new films, all screened outdoors, in front of big, loyal audiences in parks, on boats, and on rooftops overlooking the greatest city in the world.

For more info visit: www.rooftopfilms.com.

Deadlines:
Earlybird: $9 - December 5, 2009
Regular: $15, ($10 for WAB members) - January 15, 2010
Late: $20, ($15 for WAB) - February 15, 2010
Without A Box Extended: $20 for WAB members - March 1, 2010

Your film submission to Rooftop Films will automatically get you 2 free tickets to any Rooftop Summer Series show (an $18 value).

For submission inquiries, please email program director
Dan Nuxoll at: submit [at] rooftopfilms [dot] com.

re: last minute notice / andre serrano at jersey city museum

hey all,
don't know if you saw this, but photographer andre serrano will be at the jersey city museum. for those of you who don't know, serrano's controversial work was at the center of the debate around defunding the national endowment for the arts. link below...

http://www.jerseycitymuseum.org/calendar.cfm?calid=197

re: intern at a hip festival!!!

CALL FOR INTERNS

Come join the Asian American International Film Festival (AAIFF) Team! AAIFF is the first and longest running film festival in the U.S. that honors works by and about Asian and Asian Americans. We are now hiring for spring and summer internships. Interns will have the opportunity to work closely in producing the Festival through various positions. All internships are equivalent to entry-level job positions, and require persons with initiative, dedication, and the ability to think outside the box. Preference will be given to candidates who can commit to staying on for the Festival. The AAIFF10 will be held July 14-18, 2010 in New York City.

Design/Web Assistant
(ASAP or Early January to End of July)
Help manage and regularly update our new website that is scheduled to launch in mid October. Big plusses: experience in interactive, graphic, or web design and knowledge in HTML.

Outreach Coordinator
(ASAP or Early January to End of July)
Oversee responsibilities for research and public relations development via establishing relationships with various community organizations, universities, schools, and clubs for special/promotional events.

Program & Prints Coordinator
(Early January to End of July)
Facilitate process of all film-related programming, including tracking submissions and prints. Serve as liaison for accredited filmmakers, industry, and guests of the film festival.

Marketing Assistant
(Early April to End of July)
Assist with public relations and promotional works for AAIFF10. A background in film is not necessary, but excellent writing skill is a must.

Tech Production Assistant
(Early April to End of July)
Assist with tech support ranging from DVD burning, editing, to digitizing. Experience in Final Cut Pro and/or Photoshop a BIG plus but will train on job.

Production Assistant
(Early April to End of July)
Help execute production of Festival programs and special events. Coordinate logistics with sites, vendors, and sponsors. Assist with day-to-day operations.

Qualifications:
· Students with a genuine interest in the arts, humanities, and/or film.
· Detail-oriented with a keen sense of organization.
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
· Familiarity with Mac platforms and Microsoft Office suite.
· Able to commit 15-20 hours a week.
· BIG plusses: Knowledge of film/video formats and handling; fluency in Asian languages; familiarity with FileMaker Pro, Adobe Creative Suite, Dreamweaver, and proficiency in HTML/CSS/PHP.

Internships are unpaid but come with travel reimbursement (up to $4.50 a day) and university credit (if applicable). If interested, please email your resume and cover letter to Minnie Li at minnie@asiancinevision.org. In your cover letter, please state your availability, earliest start date, and for which position you are applying. No calls please. Asian CineVision's office is located at 133 West 19th Street, New York.

About Asian CineVision
Grassroots media activists in New York's Chinatown founded ACV in 1976. At a time of exceptional energy and political activism of diverse cultural groups, ACV's founders saw the need to bring greater social awareness of Asian American experience and history to both Asian American communities and to the public at large. In response to the lack of distribution and exhibition of Asian American works, ACV produced the first Asian American International Film Festival (AAIFF) in 1978. This year marks the 33rd anniversary of the Festival.

re: frankenstein film / digital camera !!!!

so...you've got an old classic car. you really want a hybrid. do it!!!!

http://pstechnik.de/en/digitalfilm-16sr-magazine.php

Basically an Arri SR mag that has the innards of a 2K digital cinema camera
with the ability to record to SSD or Hard Drive.

re: for you troma devotees...

NYC Horror Film Festival
Deadline: October 15.
NYCHFF was founded in 2002 by festival director Michael J. Hein in 2002 and over the years the festival has grown into America's largest and most recognized genre film festival focusing solely on Horror, Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Thrillers. Each year the NYCHFF celebrates both the horror classics we grew up with and new genre films & filmmakers who created them. The NYCHFF fills the city with special screenings, parties, celebrity guests and free giveaways. The 2009 New York City Horror Film Festival will take place November 18th through the 22nd at the world famous Tribeca Cinemas.

re: volunteer with some cute asians (and asian americans...)

this festival was the first to screen my work!!!! i have been on selection committee like fifteen times and can vouch for usually good food at parties and cute interns (besides you of course...).

CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS!
Want to work behind the scenes at the longest running Asian American film festival in the country? See the best of independent Asian and Asian American cinema for free? ACV is seeking volunteers to help with the 2009 Asian American International Film Festival. AAIFF09 will be held from July 23 to July 26, 2009 at Chelsea Clearview Cinemas, School of Visual Arts Theater and the Museum of Chinese in America.

Please email volunteers@asiancinevision.org for more info.

The commitment and hard work of our volunteers are critical to the Festival's success. We look forward to working with you!

re: point break director in person!!!!

did you like near dark? i did. did you like point break? i did too. these are very cool events but get there early or you definitely won't get in....

Meet the Filmmaker: Kathryn Bigelow, The Hurt Locker
June 22 @ 8:00
Apple Store, SOHO 103 Prince Street
Director Kathryn Bigelow (Point Break, Strange Days) discusses her new film, The Hurt Locker, about the technicians of a bomb squad with Filmmaker Magazine's Nick Dawson.

re: grants and support for women filmmakers

hi guys,
is anyone reading any of this blog or am i the only one even logging on? would be good to get some feedback if any of this is worthwhile...post a comment!

for the women filmmakers - a good friend of mine, esther robinson, got support from this to complete her first feature, 'a walk into the sea: danny williams and the warhol factory' which is a great friggin' film and also won best documentary at the berlin film festival a year or two back. she had good words about this...

Chicken and Egg Pictures: Open Call for Submissions - June 30
Chicken & Egg Pictures is a hybrid film fund and non-profit production company dedicated to supporting women filmmakers who are as passionate about the craft of storytelling as they are about the social justice, environmental and human rights issues they’re embracing, translating and exploring on film. We match strategically timed financial support with rigorous, respectful and dynamic mentorship, creative collaboration and community-building to nurture women filmmakers whose diverse voices represent a range of lived experience and realities that have the power to change the world as we know it. Since founding in 2005, Chicken & Egg Pictures has provided approximately $1M in funding to over 50 women-made films. This open call is for non-fiction projects (unless otherwise solicited) - that are dedicated to progressive social change -- both short and feature length, "webisodes", animation, experimental and multiplatform new-media hybrids. Click here for more information and to apply.

re: some fun screenings

i've been to a couple of these. free beer and movies outside at night! and bands!!! what more could you ask for. in a pretty cool art building in brooklyn full of artist studios.

Rooftop Films Summer Series
From May 15-September 20
The 13th year of “Underground Movies Outdoors.” 44 screenings. 15 cool venues. NY, US, World Premiere Films. Live music. Free drinks. Programming for the 2009 Summer Series includes feature-length films and programs of shorts, all new, all independent. Most of the feature films are either New York, US or World Premieres. Most screenings will include a filmmaker Q & A. Films represent a diverse range of documentaries, fiction, drama, comedy animation and more. Click here for tickets

re: festival deadline

this is a pretty good festival and may apply to work out of our department...

The 13th Annual Urbanworld Film Festival
Film Submissions: June 26 (Final Deadline)
Urbanworld Film Festival, presented by BET, is the leading showcase for urban, ethnic, and multicultural cinema. Over the past 12 years, the festival has presented over 700 features, shorts and documentaries, with annual attendance reaching 15,000. Urbanworld is one of the world's largest competitive film festivals, whose mission is to redefine and enhance the roles of multicultural constituents in contemporary cinema. The NYC-based fest runs from September 23-27, 2009.

re: internship opportunity!!!

FILMMAKER MAGAZINE INTERNSHIP

We're always looking for eager interns to help us while we're in production of issues, working on our website and general office duties. We also offer opportunities to write stories, depending on your talent and assertiveness. Interns work a minimum of three days a week and should have a strong interest in journalism and film. Potential candidates should also have a strong knowledge of MS Office, HTML, FileMaker, InDesign and Photoshop. This is an unpaid internship but an unbelievable opportunity to get hands-on experience in magazine publishing as well as building contacts in the film industry. Cover letter, resume and writing sample(s) should be sent to: Rupert Chiarella / rchiarella@ifp.org
****write in Subject Line: Filmmaker Magazine internship

re: some festival deadlines approaching...

Woodstock Film Festival
Early Deadline: May 25
Final Deadline: June 22
The 10th annual Woodstock Film Festival (Sept 30th – October 4th, 2009) is currently accepting submissions in all categories. Maverick Awards are presented for Best Feature ($5000 cash), Best Documentary, Best Short Documentary, Best Short Film, Best Student Film, Best Cinematography, Best Editing and Best Animation. Cash, prizes and/or services are given out in each category. Audience Awards are presented for Best Feature and Best Documentary. Award sponsors have included The Lee Marvin Estate, the late James Lyons, Lowel-Light, Apple Computers, Final Draft, Post Factory, A&E Indie Films, Docurama, Kodak, Baseline, Markertek, and others.

17th Annual Hamptons International Film Festival
Regular Deadline: May 22
Late Deadline: June 16
The Hamptons International Film Festival was founded to celebrate Independent film - long, short, fiction and documentary - and to introduce a unique and varied spectrum of international films and filmmakers to our audiences. The Festival is committed to exhibiting films that express fresh voices and differing global perspectives, with the hope that these programs enlighten audiences, provide invaluable exposure for filmmakers and present inspired entertainment for all.

re: industry mentorship

hi guys,
sorry you have to have moved to ny, but years ago an alumni, delmira valladares, made it into this program (used to be project mentor). so...if you've got a nyc address...

IFP “Made In NY” Mentorship Program – Call for fellowship applicants
First deadline May 22nd
Promoting diversity in NYC’s entertainment workforce through mentorship, workshops and job placement. Applications for an eight month fellowship are now open to below-the-line entertainment professionals from communities underrepresented in the industry. Participants will receive ongoing one-on-one guidance from industry mentors, attend a monthly series of guest speakers and workshops, receive a job placement in their specified craft and enjoy networking opportunities provided by complimentary access to all of IFP’s programming. This pilot program, funded by the Mayor’s Office of Film, Theatre and Broadcasting through the Mayor’s Fund to Advance New York City, seeks to promote diversity in entertainment workforce by working with New Yorkers representing an inclusive range of race, gender, ethnicity, and physical ability to ensure growth and long-term fulfilling retention in the industry. This program is facilitated by the nonprofit Independent Filmmaker Project, the nation's oldest and largest organization of independent filmmakers, and also the premier advocate for them. Currently, the Independent Filmmaker Project represents a network of 10,000 filmmakers in New York City and around the world

re: asian american film fest in philly...for you asian americans

CALL FOR ENTRIES
2nd Annual Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival
October 8-11, 2009

The 2nd Annual Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival (PAAFF) is now accepting submissions for the following festival award categories:

Narrative Fiction (70 mins+)
Documentary (35 mins+)
Short Film (1-30 mins)

Regular Deadline (postmarked): May 8, 2009*
Final Deadline (postmarked): June 13, 2009

*Filmmakers (Asian and non-Asian) are encouraged to submit their films early to save money on entry fees and to beat the final deadline crunch. Works in progress will not be accepted.

More info: phillyasianfilmfest.org
Submit online: withoutabox

re: one of my crazy underground filmmaker mates!

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END OF THE YEAR SHOWCASE - THIS THURSDAY MAY 14TH 7PM

Be there or be square....

The 26th Annual Media Arts Department Showcase and awards presentation will be held on Thursday night, May 14th, at the Landmark Loew’s Jersey Theatre, 54 Journal Square, Jersey City, NJ. Works including film, video, and digital media will be screened. A donation of $3 to benefit the Landmark Loew’s Jersey Theater is suggested. Parking is available for a reduced rate of $3.50 (obtain coupon at theatre) at the Square Ramp Parking located behind the theatre on Magnolia Avenue.

The Dr. Joseph Drew Award for Excellence in Media Production will be presented by faculty to selected graduating seniors. After-party following the screening will be held at the Mojo Lounge, 130 Westside Ave., Jersey City
Date: Thursday, May 14th, 2008
Time: 7:00 PM

Highlights
¨ 16mm film production
¨ Video production
¨ Digital media production
¨ Multi-media production
¨ Presentation of Dr. Joseph Drew Award for Excellence in Media Production

NJ City UniversityMedia Arts Department Showcase
Media Arts Department phone (201) 200-3494
The Landmark Loew’s Jersey Theatre, 54 Journal SquareJersey City, New Jersey
(201) 798-6055www.loewsjersey.org

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THE REACH FILM FELLOWSHIP

Four fellows are selected to participate in the RFF program each year.

The Reach Film Fellowship is a granting program supporting New York Tri-State Area filmmakers who are producing socially relevant short films immediately following their undergraduate film studies.

see more at http://www.cinereach.org/the-reach-film-fellowship/