Getting In and Staying In - How to Succeed in Hollywood


Getting In and Staying In - How to Succeed in Hollywood
October 11, 2003
9:00-5:00

The first entertainment industry event in the series: "Inside Media" - The Real Story of How the Industry Works" October 11th sponsored by The Biola University Mass Communication Department in association with the Studio Task Force.

Join host Producer and Director Phil Cooke and a team of industry professionals, including:

Chuck Bowman - Director
Network Episodic Dramas such as Pretender, Profiler, Dr. Quinn Medicine Woman, Tremors, and numerous TV movies. Chuck is considered one of the most prolific and professional dramatic episodic directors in Hollywood today.

Craig Murray - Executive Producer/Owner
Craig Murray Productions Film & Design - Producer of movie advertising and trailers for major features (Finding Nemo, Treasure Island, The Color of Money, Lion King, Little Mermaid, etc...). Craig has been in-demand for exclusive deals with numerous major studios over the years because of the quality and effectiveness of his company's advertising, promotions, and trailers.

Mark Thomas - Commercial Executive Producer
Principal Partner in the innovative new entertainment venture: Thomas/Winter/Cooke Productions . Mark has won virtually every award in advertising, including the Lion at Cannes, and multiple Clios. He has developed some of the most talented commercial directors in the business and his clients have included Chrysler, Ford, McDonalds, Kentucky Fried Chicken, American Express, General Motors, and more.

Rex Olson - Executive Producer/Owner - Desktop Images - Visual Training for the Digital Arts.
Producer of training programming for high end visual effects and digital design programs used in major feature film sand commercials. Chances are, if you've seen a high level special effects movie lately, someone on that effects team was trained by Desktop Images programming.

Denise Ballew - Independent Producer - BThree Films
Produced feature film: "Perfect Prey" with Kelly McGillis and Bruce Dern for HBO/Warner, and has produced and developed numerous other movie projects. Denise is an independent producer currently involved in both acquisition and production of feature film projects.

Kim Dorr - Talent Agent at Defining Artists - a boutique film and TV talent agency
Kim has worked as a talent agent for over 10 years, including a stint as a casting director for an independent production based at Universal for more than 8 years. Kim will be dealing with issues such as the importance of agents, how to work with them, if you need one, and how to get one!

Kathleen Cooke - Commercial Actress
Commercial spokesperson for the national Lupus Research advertising campaign, she's currently featured on 3 national Home Depot commercials, and has been featured on spots for Ford, Bayer, Mitsubishi, and more. She also won "The Critic's Pick" award for her work in Los Angeles theater.

Larry Poland, Ph.D. - Founder and President of Mastermedia International
Mastermedia is an organization designed to develop relationships with and minister to highly placed individuals in the entertainment industry. Larry has taught on the spiritual principals of surviving and accomplishing your destiny in Hollywood, and will share vital keys to maintaining your witness, your vision, and your dream in a sometimes hostile environment.

Join this expert panel of entertainment professionals Saturday, October 11th for an all-day, intensive workshop: An in-depth look at working, surviving, competing, and succeeding in the entertainment and media industry. You'll hear practical, nuts and bolts information from a variety of experienced industry professionals on:

The Power of Perception
Branding - How you can Market your own Personal Brand
The Art of Pitching
Moving your Career to the Next Level
The Biggest Mistakes Christians Make in the Industry
Meeting the Right People
Dealing with Failure, and How to Move Forward after Mistakes
The Power of Influence
The Spiritual Principles of Finding God's Unique Vision for your Life
The Critical Principle of Favor
You'll learn better interviewing techniques, when and how to use demo reels and resumes, networking secrets - what works and what doesn't when it comes to moving your career forward. You'll also hear straight talk about whether or not you need an agent, and how and if they can help.

Whether you're a novice who feels called into the media world, or an experienced pro whose career has stalled, this is important information you need to make a difference in the industry. The bottom line? Learn from experienced Hollywood professionals how to break into the business and stay there. Where else can you find such important information at so little cost? Join us Saturday, October 11th for a workshop that can transform your perspective about the industry, and make a real difference for your future.

The seminar cost is only $55.00 for the day (9:00-5:00). It will be held on the Biola University campus at Mayers Auditorium located in Marshburn Hall. Lunch is included in the price! If possible, make your reservation by Tuesday, October 7 to insure you'll have a lunch waiting.

To register for this incredible seminar, call toll-free 1-86-MEDIA-CON (1-866-334-2266) or email cam@biola.edu

Biola University is located at:
13800 Biola Avenue
La Mirada, CA 90639
www.biola.edu

An area map for Biola is available at http://www.biola.edu/about/map.cfm
A map of the Biola campus is available at http://www.biola.edu/about/campus_map.cfm or download a pdf copy of the Biola Campus Map.pdf
Marshburn Hall is located in the center of the campus and is building 22 on the campus map. Park in Lot A or B. These lots are accessed off of Biola Avenue.

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