MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES
If you have anything you wish to submit to be included in this section of the site, please email stuart@exeterphoenix.org.uk.
Digital Shorts 2007/08 late call for application
Deadline: 12 noon, 15 August 2008
Due to a project not going into production, South West Screen, the UK Film Council and PVA MediaLab are looking to commission one innovative short film idea from an individual/team based in or with a very strong connection to Dorset who are interested in exploring new approaches to digital format.
Visit http://www.swscreen.co.uk/WhatWeFund/112.aspx for more information
Do you have an idea that can change the world?
Chew TV is working with Creative Partnerships on a national project that aims to combine the imagination and creativity of young people with the experience and knowledge of experts, to create ideas that can change the world!
If you fancy having a go at changing the world, then submit your idea as a film to the new 'Ideas that can change the world' channel (www.chewtv.com/ideas) and if your idea is chosen we can provide a unique opportunity to work alongside the experts that can make it happen, in fact if you upload your idea before June 30th and get registered for Shine (www.shineweek.co.uk) you might just be selected to meet Sir Alan Sugars 1st Apprentice, Tim Campbell, who will be meeting young people to hear about their ideas during Shine week. But no worries if you miss this date just carry on sending in those world changing ideas of yours that you thought could never be made possible.
For more information on the project and to download or order your free copy of the ‘How to have ideas that can change the world cookbook’ and audio CD, check out the website; www.ideasthatcan.com
Frieze Film 2008: Road Movie
Frieze Film 2008 announces Road Movie, an experiment in film making, authorship and dispersal made in response to the way in which digital platforms such as YouTube have made film a medium freely available to all.
Frieze Film's Road Movie will be a film made by artists and filmmakers in response to an open invitation issued by Frieze Film. Road Movie will be produced and distributed on the Frieze Film 2008 group on YouTube at www.youtube.com/group/friezefilm2008, and on the Frieze Film website www.frieze.com/film . The final result will be a film made in an entirely new way: the first multi-authored fractal film assembled from the sum of its submitted parts.
Frieze Film will be shown in Channel 4's admired '3 Minute Wonder' slot during the week of Frieze Art Fair from Monday 13 October to Thursday 16 October at 7.55pm.
For further information visit www.frieze.com/film.
Frieze
3-4 Hardwick Street, London, EC1R 4RB, UK
THE COMPASS OF MYSTERY FESTIVAL 2008
26TH SEPTEMBER – 19TH OCTOBER 2008 - MIVART ST. STUDIOS, BRISTOL, UK
In its third year, Compass Film presents an exciting programme of cinema, moving image and arts events that traverse the parameters of the theme of mystery, delving into its varying nuances and interpretations across the global compass of the cinematic world. From representations of the occult, to mythology, mysticism, science fiction & the crime genre, the festival will explore notions of suspense, illusion and intrigue through a range of moving image material. From theatrical exploits and magicianship, to VJ art, urban spoken-word and musical events, The Compass of Mystery Festival presents a vital space for creativity and the pursuit of all that is mysterious..!
If you want to get involved with Compass Film at this exciting stage in its development, contact info@compass-film.co.uk
For more information please visit http://compass-film.co.uk/
Post Graduate Bursary Fund
South West Screen is offering an industry-backed Post Graduate Bursary Fund. Three awards will be made, each of £3,000. The aim is to provide financial support to talented and highly motivated students, for whom the cost of continuing studies might provide a barrier to taking up a post graduate level vocational course. Visit the South West Screen Training and Development page for more information.
CREW REQUIRED FOR Exeter Phoenix Bursary Film
Shooting Wednesday July 23- Sunday July 27
Man-Cub is a black comedy short of around 9 minutes, which deals with how a young man finally succeeds in putting the past behind him and moving on with his life.
It will be filmed in and around Newton Abbot.
Most of the locations and actors have been found, but I am still looking for crew.
I need a skilled cameraman/ lighting cameraman, assistant director, sound recordist, art director, hair and make-up, props, costume and continuity people and general helpers (ideally at least one with access to a car).
I'll also need a good editor from mid-August to September.
If you want to join us on this exciting, hard-working, no-money adventure, please contact Tom Austin on 07944 582 986 or thomasjaustin@hotmail.com
Co-operative Young Film Makers festival
If you're 21 or under and passionate about the world around you, make a film and make a difference. Pick up a camera, be a co-operative, tell it as it is. Change your world. Each year the Co-operative Young Film Makers festival
You must be 21 or under (or working with young people who are 21 or under). Entries must be on DVD only. The organisers are very pleased to offer several special awards in 2008 in line with The Co-operative's values and principles: Two awards of £200 for 'Co-operation' and one £250 'Environment Award'. For full entry details, rules and regulations and selection criteria, download the entry form from the website http://www.youngfilm-makers.coop
9-10 Oct 2008.
Five Minutes of Mystery short film competition
Calling all mysterious moving-image makers, enigmatic engineers of the silver screen!
Five Minutes of Mystery challenges you to create and submit short films around a theme of mystery. Part of 'The Compass of Mystery Festival'. Five Minutes of Mystery will bring together film-makers from far and wide to exhibit their work here in Bristol.
Judged by a panel of industry experts, awards will be for Best Film, Audience Award, Local Film-maker and Youth Award.
Entries must be no longer then five minutes in length. Submissions will be accepted in the following formats: DVD, Mini DV or as full quality DV QuickTime files. Submission to be accompanied by Five Minutes of Mystery Entry Form, and sent to: Compass Film, 9, Walton Street, Easton, Bristol, BS5 0JG no later than 15th August 2008.
Guidelines & entry form available at www.compass-film.co.uk
CHANNEL 4 SUMMER SCHOOL 2008
Ever thought that you could be cut out for a career in media? Here's your first step - a 12-week paid placement with Channel 4, starting on 30th June. We need people with the talent and ability to succeed in what can be a very demanding business. So your background and qualifications aren't as important as your potential. What we'll be looking for, most of all, is a real passion and determination to make it in the industry.
http://www.channel4.com/4talent/national/opportunities/schemes/specific/summerschool.html
Dartmoor Arts
26th July - 2nd August 2008
Dartmoor Arts is a summer school open to everyone interested in the arts. It is a source of expertise, inspiration and a fantastic opportunity to participate in a unique experience.
Dartmoor Arts is a summer school run for developing artists, teachers working within the arts and practitioners. It was formed by a group of sculptors, painters, writers, photographers, musicians, performers headed by Peter Randall-Page, working in and around Drewsteignton in Devon. The idea is to combine making art-work with good high level but nevertheless unintimidating critical debate.
CHECK OUT THE NEW WEBSITE FOR THIS YEARS INNOVATIVE AND EXCITING PROGRAMME
www.dartmoorarts.com
Scoring for Film
The film industry would be unimaginable without the creative input of musicians. This year South West Sound will be welcoming two new partners, Cine?Lformation and Bristol Media, making the annual symposium the place to be for region's aspiring Morricones and Barrys.
Want to get yourself into the movie world, composing and performing film soundtracks? 'Scoring for Film' will offer a priceless insight for musicians working for the film industry. Delegates will benefit from the knowledge and insight from our panel of film business pros. Martin Kiszko who recently composed the score for BAFTA nominated The Killing of John Lennon, Dan Jones who regularly works on film and TV productions, and Sarah Liversedge who specialises in placing music with film and TV.
South West Sound is delighted to be working with two of the region's leading film agencies to deliver this new part of our programme. Cine?Lformation is small collective of filmmakers and enthusiasts established in 2003. Committed to developing and sustaining a creative, active filmmaking community in the South West by providing opportunities for media professionals & enthusiasts to meet, show work, exchange ideas and collaborate.
Bristol Media is an active network for companies and individuals who are part of the city's lively and fast-growing creative media scene. The organisation exists to bring together people engaged in the creative and media industries to share ideas, build up skills, track developments, identify opportunities, forge new partnerships, celebrate achievement and promote growth in this exciting and dynamic sector.
So if you're a filmmaker who wants to meet musicians or a musician who wants to score for movies, get yourself to South West Sound 08 to be seen and heard.
READ THIS ONLINE AT http://southwestsound.org.uk/index.php?id=332.
To contact us, visit http://southwestsound.org.uk/contact.