AFCI Events
| SATURDAY - OCTOBER 31 | |
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The Film Commission Professional |
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Master Class - Advanced Studies in Film Production |
| SUNDAY - NOVEMBER 1 | |
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Master Class - Leadership for Film Commissioners |
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Full-Day Workshop - Digital Scouting Workshop |
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Full-Day Workshop - Social Media Optimization |
| MON/TUES - NOVEMBER 2/3 | |
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Cineposium 09 |
Cineposium 09 | Oct 31 - Nov 3, 2009
AFCI CINEPOSIUM 09 PROGRAM
(Subject To Change)
| General Sessions | ||
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| ONE-ON-ONE WITH ROGER | ||
Independent filmmaker Roger Corman, perhaps best known as the “King of B-Movies” and the industry’s “original survivor,” will headline Cineposium 09 as keynote speaker. In “One-on-One with Roger” on Monday, November 2 at 9 a.m. retired film commissioner Robin Holabird will interview Corman about how new media and a new economy is revolutionizing moviemaking and distribution. Having produced and directed more than 600 curious films including “The Little Shop of Horrors” and “Screwballs,” Corman’s influence on American cinema is largely due to his indisputable reputation for creative, profitable, and trend-setting movies. Infamous not only for measly budgets and gimmicky flicks, the godfather of independent moviemaking also has fostered some of the biggest names in show biz including Jack Nicholson, Peter Fonda, Charles Bronson, Martin Scorsese and Francis Ford Coppola. With a string of box office hits and international acclaim to his name, Corman chronicled his filmmaking success with the autobiography "How I Made a Hundred Movies in Hollywood and Never Lost a Dime." |
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| Speakers/Panelists: | » Roger Corman » Robin Holabird (Moderator) |
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| ROI: WHAT'S YOUR WORTH? | ||
| It’s the hot question facing film offices worldwide: What is your Return on Investment? In other words, what’s the value — economically and culturally — that your staff, your programs and/or your incentives bring to your jurisdiction? In the larger picture, what’s the value of the creative industry to the global economy? Most importantly, how do you demonstrate all this to your governing and funding bodies? In an era of economic uncertainty, you need to be armed with the language, the statistics, and the real-life tales to answer these timely questions. | ||
| Speakers/Panelists: | » Neal Clarance » Lisa Strout (Moderator) » Tom Tveidt |
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| THE GLOBAL ECONOMY: SURVIVAL IS REVIVAL! | ||
| In past year it has become increasingly clear: the old ways of doing business are gone forever. Learn to stay competitive in this new economic reality by examining its effects on the entertainment industry and understanding how it will determine the types of projects that will be funded. Our panel includes experts who have successfully adapted to the new model, and who can help you understand how to evolve along with these changes. The most successful film offices won’t just survive, they’ll revive their efforts in the coming years for even greater success. | ||
| Speakers/Panelists: | » Bill Draper » Jack Kyser » Dana Plautz » Jacques Themelaque » David Woolson (Moderator) |
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| CANDID CONVERSATIONS WITH STUDIO EXECUTIVES PART 3: THE FILM COMMISSIONER AS INVESTOR |
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| What is the future of the entertainment industry? How will technology affect development, production, distribution, and exhibition? How will new media affect the creative process and the bottom line? As film commissions battle to maintain and enhance financial incentives and government support, studios struggle with profit and marketplace. Now more than ever, the path toward a prosperous future is navigable only in the company of solid partnerships. Industry success depends upon robust information sharing and honest communication between film commissions and studios now. | ||
| Speakers/Panelists: | » Alan Bailey » Ward Emling (Moderator) » Mary Ann Hughes » Lisa Pitney » Lisa Rawlins » Keith Weaver |
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| FILM FINANCING | ||
| Film financing in today’s market economy has gotten to be a creative act in itself. We’ll look at where funding is coming from these days, what financial strategies are being employed and with what success. We’ll discover how film incentive jurisdictions fit into the financing picture and learn about alternative funding sources, co-production deals, hedge funds, product placement, and new distribution models. | ||
| Speakers/Panelists: | » Joseph Chianese » Suzanne Lyons » Alice P. Neuhauser » Danae Ringelmann » Jonathan Vangar |
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| THE CARE AND FEEDING OF A RELIABLE WORKFORCE | ||
| The core mission of most film commissions is job creation and economic growth. And with increased competition for global production it is not enough to have a tax incentive or favorable exchange rate. Productions need a sustainable crew base with a reputation for quality production. This session addresses how to build and sustain your local crew base by creating training programs, persuading government and educators of the importance of training, and finding avenues to funding. | ||
| Speakers/Panelists: | » Kevin Considine » Richard Holdredge » Kathleen Milnes » Laura Peterson » Iain Smith |
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| HOW WOULD YOU HANDLE IT? | ||
| A perennial favorite, this session offers a chance to share experiences and insight as you take apart real-life situations and evaluate the difficult choices film commissioners must make. For an additional point of view, this year’s session will include the AFCI Advisory Board who bring a wealth of experience to the table. There will be plenty of time for Q&A and good discussion. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to network with your peers. | ||
| Speakers/Panelists: | » Bill Bowling » Robin Citrin » Hudson Hickman » Michael Lake » Jim Reikowsky (co-moderator) » Mark Stricklin (co-moderator) |
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| SOCIAL MEDIA: A LOOK AT TRENDS, TECHNOLOGIES, & OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE FUTURE | ||
| The technological advances of social media have transformed the process of communication in ways we are only beginning to understand. With the proliferation of social networks like YouTube, Facebook, MySpace and Twitter, the world has become smaller even as the outlet for creativity and expression has increased exponentially. Join industry trend setters to talk about where social media is headed and what you need to know to keep yourself in tune with upcoming trends. | ||
| Speakers/Panelists: | » Ann Glenn » Beverly Macy » Rodney Rumford |
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| NON-FICTION PRODUCTION: THE BREAD & BUTTER OF THE INDUSTRY? | ||
| Around the globe, television schedules are being filled with non-fiction programming, often eclipsing dramatic programming. As the economic crisis continues, the smaller crop of fictional dramas will likely shrink even more. In its wake, more non-fiction production — focusing on local stories and exploiting the actuality format — will take its place, bringing tight budgets, quick schedules and smaller crews. Learn about non-fiction’s special needs and how you can bring a piece of this growing business to your area. | ||
| Speakers/Panelists: | » Rachel Brill » Michael Hammond » Amber Mazzola |
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| THE BUSINESS OF PERSUASION: HOW TO INFLUENCE, INSPIRE, AND ENCOURAGE PEOPLE TO SEE IT YOUR WAY | ||
| The very existence of a film commission can hinge on the commissioner’s skills to lobby for the resources they need. During tough economic times, the power of persuasion has never been more critical. Who is your audience? Your allies? Your enemies? What are the critical issues that can block your success? In answering these and other crucial questions, you’ll learn how to form campaign strategies that get through to your stakeholders, and how to recognize the politics that may help or hinder your efforts. | ||
| Speakers/Panelists: | » Danny Tomlinson » Eric Witt » David Woolson |
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| WHAT'S NEW IN DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY? | ||
| In the evolving world of film and media, technology — and the endless possibilities that come with it — seems to change almost daily. Staying on top of it all enables you to better understand the needs of producers, so you can help fulfill those needs. In this up-to-date session, you’ll learn how digital technology is changing every aspect of the entertainment business, even down to the financial models of media production. Find out what’s new in gaming, animation, visual effects, distribution methods and more. | ||
| Speakers/Panelists: | » Jericca Cleland » Lyle Hall » May Morris |
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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1 | 9:00am - 5:00pm
This year, AFCI has identified two topics that deserve full-day workshops: the fundamentals of location scouting, and the rapidly changing world of social networking. (These workshops take place the day before Cineposium 09 for an additional fee.) These workshops are an addition to Cineposium 09, on a separate day (Sunday, November 1), for an additional fee.
| DIGITAL SCOUTING WORKSHOP | ||
Great location photos sell locations. In this highly interactive workshop, professional location scouts show you how to shoot, manipulate, and share superior digital location photos. You’ll use local L.A. scenes as your subjects, and then bring your photos into our computer lab to learn the processes of stitching, optimizing and managing your digital image files using professional software tools. Bring comfortable walking shoes and your digital camera with transfer cable for downloading pictures. OPTIONAL: Workshop Registrants may choose to provide their own laptop. If a registrant DOES choose to bring their own laptop, it must be loaded with Adobe CS3 Photoshop (c) or higher, and the ability to wirelessly access the internet. Adobe offers 1 (one) 30-day free trial of the Photoshop software for download from their website http://www.adobe.com. Access to power will be provided. Otherwise, a computer lab will be provided onsite with necessary software. Registrants using the provided lab will be required to share with a partner. What To Bring |
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| Faculty: | » Don Gray | |
| SOCIAL MEDIA: OPTIMIZING YOUR ON-LINE PRESENCE | ||
| Social media optimization is an integral part of a modern online reputation management system. Join film industry veterans Peter D. Marshall and Trilby Jeeves for an essential workshop that gives you the tools to be effective with these powerful resources and techniques. Learn from your colleagues how they justify the use of social media in government-based organizations. You’ll discover the value of having a focused presence on social media networks like Facebook, Twitter, and others, and come away with a blueprint for leveraging technology to strengthen your competitive positioning. On the second day, attendees have access to an open lab where Peter and Trilby will be available to respond to specific questions one-on-one. | ||
| Speakers/Panelists: | » Peter Marshall » Trilby Jeeves |
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