SDLFF 2004 is proud to announce the following workshops and seminars for local independent filmmakers interested in gaining hands-on and first-hand experience in art of film and video production. These workshops are presented to you in partnership with the Association of Independent Video & Filmmakers and the National Association of Latino Independent Producers.
All seminars will take place at the
Madstone Theaters Hazard Center,
Screen #6,
10 am - 12:30 pm
This year's schedule of workshops and seminars includes:
"Producing for Television"
Saturday, March 13
10 am - 12:30 pm
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Learn the ins and outs of producing for television from this seasoned panel of industry professionals. What is involved in taking a project from concept to completion? What are the secrets of assembling a dream team? Are great producers born or made? Guest speakers: Gregory Nava (Selena, El Norte, American Family), Barbara Martinez-Jitner (American Family), and Carlos Portugal (Producer, Galan Entertainment).
"Financing the Independent Feature Film"
Sunday, March 14
10 am - 12:30 pm
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Can you really make a film for $6,000? Are you tired of maxing out your credit cards? Don’t quite feel like selling your car for your art? Find out what it takes to get an independent feature financed in the real world in this valuable workshop. Guest speakers: Antonio Chavarrías (Director/Producer, Oberon Cinematografica - Nicotina), Diana Lezmez (Production/Acquisition, Arenas Entertainment - Empire, Imagining Argentina), and Sergio Aguero (Executive Producer - Y tu Mama Tambien)
"Distributing & Marketing your Film"
Saturday, March 20
10 am - 12:30 pm
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Getting a film made is only half the battle. Now you have to get it seen. Learn how to enter the marketplace and be noticed by distributors. This informative workshop will address mastering simple grass-roots techniques and understanding how major distribution companies think. Guest speakers: Julio Noriega (Venevision International - Todo el Poder, La Ley de Herodes), and Ivette Rodriguez (American Entertainment Marketing - Y tu Mama Tambien, Real Women Have Curves, Havana Nights. Once Upon a Time in Mexico).
"Selling your Screenplay"
Sunday, March 21
10 am - 12:30 pm
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All workshops and seminars will take place at Madstone Theaters Hazard Center (7510 Hazard Center Dr).
Cost: Per Workshop/Seminar: $25 General / $15 Students, Seniors & AIVF/Media Arts Center San Diego Members. Click here to purchase on-line (http://www.sdlatinofilm.com/tick.html)
For more information contact SDLFF 2004 at 619-230-1938 or sdlff@mediaartscenter.org
