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THE DIRECTOR'S CHAIR
Free Monthly Ezine for Film and Television DirectorsMay 30, 2005 Scene 6 - Take 5
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=======================================================Published once a month.
Publisher: Peter D. Marshall
Email: pdm@actioncutprint.com
Web Site: http://www.actioncutprint.com=======================================================
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CONTENTS
=======================================================1. Introduction
2. Action-Cut-Print!
3. Special Interest for Filmmakers
4. Feature Article - Finding a Film Job
5. Movie Magic Scheduling Tutorial
6. Back Issues of The Director's Chair
7. Share This Ezine
8. Suggestions & Comments
9. Subscribe & Unsubscribe Information
10. Copyright Information=======================================================
1. INTRODUCTION
=======================================================Welcome to Issue #54 of The Director's Chair (May 30, 2005)
1) This month's Feature Article is "Finding a Film Job" by
Jeff Anderson. Film jobs are hard to find, but for the
fortunate few, very rewarding. The key is not to set your
goals so high that they cannot be attained.2) A New Look for ActionCutPrint.com - I am in the middle
of re-designing my website. It will have a brand new look
and feel to it and it should be finished by the end of August.3) "Outtakes" - I have decided to publish a free weekly Film
and Television Humour Ezine called "Outtakes." In each
issue, you will receive a film or TV related joke, cartoon,
quote, cliche, or mistake. You will also see a funny video
clip, television blooper or commercial. "Outtakes" will be
ready by the end of August.4) VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - If you would like to contribute articles,
tips, links of interest, industry news, interviews, special event
dates or other resources to The Director's Chair or to
Action-Cut-Print! please email: mailto:pdm@actioncutprint.com-----
Enjoy.
Peter D. Marshall
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2. ACTION-CUT-PRINT! - A Website for Filmmakers
=======================================================If you are a Film or TV Director; a working professional who
wants to Direct; a film student who wants to learn more about
Directing; or a "student of film" who just wants to know more
about Filmmaking from the pros, Action-Cut-Print! is for you!Take a moment now to visit http://www.actioncutprint.com where
you will find over 1200 Online Resources for Filmmakers, a Film
and TV Bookstore and Film Directing Workshops.=======================================================
3. SPECIAL INTEREST FOR FILMMAKERS
=======================================================1) If you are interested in getting up-to-date information on
film festivals around the world, subscribe to FilmFestivals.com
free weekly ezine at:
http://www.filmfestivals.com/ffs/mail/ff/register_filmfestivals.shtml2) scr(i)pt magazine Presents:
The 2nd Annual New York City PitchXchangeLast year, over 30 executives (agents, managers, producers)
attended the Inaugural New York City PitchXchange to hear
five-minute pitches from over 500 aspiring and working
screenwriters. Companies included Miramax Films, Dimension
Films, MTV, Abrams Artist Agency, The Howard Stern
Production Company and many others.This year's event will take place over the weekend of June
10-11, 2005 and is sponsored by IFP, WGAe, Screenstyle,
Drama Book Store, Cinewomen New York and Final Draft.For more information click here: http://www.pitchxchange.com
3) Jumpstart Cinematography Calculator from the American
Society of CinematographersThe Jumpstart Guide and Calculator for the Student
Cinematographer is a learning tool for the absolute
beginner. This simple guide contains the most basic
principles of cinematography, concisely presented and easily
understood.http://www.theasc.com/cgibin/store/acsstore.cgi?user_action=detail&catalogno=50200
4) FINAL DRAFT'S 6TH ANNUAL BIG BREAK! SCREENWRITING CONTEST
NEARS DEADLINEWinner to Receive $15,000 in Cash and Prizes plus Meetings
with Industry ProfessionalsFinal Draft,s 6th Annual Big Break! International
Screenwriting Contest is nearing its deadline! The regular
deadline of June 1 is approaching (fast), but don,t forget,
we also have the extended deadline of June 15 for late
entries. The winner will be awarded $10,000 cash and
meetings with industry professionals. In addition, Premier
Sponsor Microsoft Corporation is donating a Tablet PC,
loaded with software, to each of the top three finalists.
Plus, the top ten finalists will receive a copy of Final
Draft scriptwriting software, a Microsoft software package,
Ink Tip script and logline web placement, a screenwriting
course from Gotham Writers, Workshop, one-year subscriptions
to Fade In and scr(i)pt magazines and a gift certificate
from The Writers Store.http://www.finaldraft.com/products/bigbreak.php4
5) MASTER-COURSE IN SPIRITUAL CINEMA
An 8-Week Telecourse Taught Personally By STEPHEN SIMON
with co-host VIKI KING (script consultant and author of
HOW TO WRITE A MOVIE IN 21 DAYS)http://www.spiritualcinemacircle.com/Public/ServicePages/Teleclass/index.cfm?em=pdm@actioncutprint.com&pid=telnon
6) InkTip.com - Specializes in matching industry members
(producers, representatives, directors, actors, etc.) with
the freshest screenwriters and scripts. They do this through
their e-newsletters, website and Players Marketplace printed
magazine.http://www.InkTip.com/
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4. FEATURE ARTICLE - Finding a Film Job
=======================================================Finding a Film Job - Jeff Anderson
Film jobs are hard to find, but for the fortunate few, very
rewarding. The key is not to set your goals so high that
they cannot be attained. By that I mean, if your goal is to
be in the next big Brad Pitt film, and you're a relative
unknown, you're probably setting yourself up for
disappointment. But there are plenty of film jobs that you can get.The world of independent film is rich with opportunities for
those starting out in the film industry. If you are prepared
to make your services affordable and be persistant, you'll
have a chance to succeed. When you first start out, you'll
probably be working for credit, or at best--deferred pay.
This means that there won't be any up front money on the
project, but you will begin building a resume and this has
value in itself.Once you have a few films on your resume, and clips of these
films that you can submit as a demo reel, you will start
being considered for more work. This type of experience is
priceless. Let's face it, there are a lot of things that we
think we can do, but we never know for sure until we try
them and succeed. I always advise young composers to respect
the work of those who have gone before. Believe it or not,
there will be a time when you are one of these elder
statesmen and will appreciate the respect.About The Author
Jeff Anderson knows his films. He knows what to look for and
what pitfalls to avoid. Let him guide you to finding out
more about films. Contact him at mailto:Jeff@filmington.com
or visit the blog at his site http://www.filmington.com.
-------------------------------------------------------Here are some website links for more information on
finding work in the film and TV business.1) Careerfilm.com - http://Careerfilm.com/
2) FilmStaff.com - http://www.filmstaff.com/
3) Film and TV Jobs - http://www.ProductionAssistantAssociation.com/
4) Jobs in the Film Industry - http://www.skillset.org/film/jobs/index_2.asp
5) Television Job Links - http://www.tvrundown.com/resource.html
6) Hollywood Creative Directory - http://www.hcdonline.com/jobs/default.asp
7) Mandy's Film and TV Production Directory - http://mandy.com/
8) Jobs in Film - http://www.101hollywood.com/wwwboard/wwwboard.html
9) Crew-Net.com - http://crew-net.com/
10) ProductionLeads.com - http://www.ProductionLeads.com/=======================================================
5. PRODUCT REVIEW - MOVIE MAGIC SCHEDULING TUTORIAL
=======================================================Movie Magic Scheduling, Version 3.7 (Mac or PC)
Ivan Francis Clements has produced an excellent DVD tutorial on
"Scheduling with Movie Magic." In this two disc set, Ivan takes
you step by step through Movie Magic Scheduling so that you can
create your own production board in a way that makes sense to you.Movie Magic is now the industry standard for film scheduling
and is the best way to manage your production. I have used
Movie Magic Scheduling for over 15 years and as I went through
Ivan's tutorial, I found many tricks and ideas to help me
organize my productions better.Also included in the tutorial is Ivan's famous "Shooting Ratio
Calculator" as a free bonus! The purpose of this calculator is
to give you a daily check on how your shoot is going in terms
of daily page count, footage count and most importantly,
whether or not you are on SHOOTING RATIO.This calculator is really important on no/low budget filmmaking
where your film stock is your GOLD!!!If you are a Producer, Line Producer, Production Manager,
Director or 1st AD, I highly recommend this tutorial.Check out Ivan's "Scheduling with Movie Magic" tutorial at
http://www.schedulingtutorial.com/
-----DISCOUNT FOR SUBSCRIBERS
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Director's Chair. The normal price for this two disk set is
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special price is US$59.00.To get your discount rate, when you click on the GIP Ltd Order
Form, just check the SCHEDULING TUTORIAL - ACP FULL DISCOUNT
box at the bottom of the page.http://www.schedulingtutorial.com/
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