ISSUE 18
Women in Film and Television Atlanta is dedicated to improving the status and portrayal of women in film, television, video, and other screen based media by offering opportunities for media makers to connect, create, champion and inspire.
IN THIS ISSUE
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OUR SPONSORS
3 STAR
2 STAR
Kodak
Turner Broadcasting System
1 STAR
Atlanta Film Festival 365
Cinema Concepts
Film Finish
Guillotine Post
Houghton Talent
Tyler Perry Studios
PC&E
Williams Turner & Mathis
Wolff Bros Post
YourAct Acting Studios Atlanta
SAVE THE WIFTA DATES!
Thrusday, January 27
WIFTA’s 2011 KICK-OFF EVENT
Sunday, February 27th
ACADEMY AWARDS / OSCAR PARTY
Tuesday, March 8
WIFTI-WIFTA Short Film Showcase
April 12, 2011
The Digital Moving Image Salon Presents the 7th Annual Reel ♀ event
Digital Doyennes: A Celebration of Female Digital Innovation Spelman College, Science Center Auditorium
PANAVISION OPENING RENTAL FACILITY IN ATLANTA
The 10,000 square ft operation is scheduled to open in February.
“We applaud the State of Georgia for taking a progressive position in providing significant financial incentives to filmmakers to attract business to the region,” said John Schrimpf, vp of U.S. regional operations at Panavision.
NATAS
Student Mentor Event
Saturday, February 5
9:30a – 3p
SCAD Atlanta
1600 Peachtree Street,
Atlanta, GA 30309
Details & registration information to follow!
National Academy of Arts & Sciences Southeast Chapter (NATAS) is a professional non-profit association dedicated to excellence in visual media.
Visit us at:
www.WIFTA.org
or call
770-621-5071
for more information.
Tandria Potts, WIFTA VP of Communications
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JANUARY 2011 | PUBLISHED BY WIFTA
Excitement is in the air as Women in Film and Television Atlanta (WIFTA)
sets the tone for 2011. Come celebrate with us and hear updates on exciting happenings within our organization and Georgia’s growing film and entertainment industry.
This year’s kick-off celebration is a great networking opportunity for both women and men interested in joining WIFTA; take this opportunity to meet members who are connected in the entertainment industry; get introduced to the newly appointed Board of Directors; find out about upcoming WIFTA programs and events; and get more involved in Georgia’s film and television industry!
Mark your calendars for Thursday, January 27th (7p to 9pm).
Don’t miss the 2011 WIFTA Kick Off!
Click Here to Register
WIFTA Members: FREE, Non-Members: $10, Students w/valid ID: $5
(cash, check or credit card payments accepted)
To learn more about WIFTA membership click here.
THE NEXT COOL THING at 1235 Chattahoochee Avenue, Atlanta, 30318
JANUARY 21-23, 2011
Hundreds of interior designers, film industry art department professionals, builders, suppliers and local manufacturers are busy creating sets for the most amazing display of creative collaboration for THE NEXT COOL THING. This three day event will feature exhibits based on a film or television theme and showcase local talent and resources for the purpose of building the infrastructure for the growing film and television industry as it explodes on to the scene spurred by the recent 30% tax incentives for the State.
The Georgia Production Partnership (GPP) partnered with TO THE TRADE ONLY to create awareness nationally that Georgia is rich with local talent in addition to mild weather, fabulous shooting locations, an international airport and the production talent already located in the State.
The three day affair starts with a Red Carpet Cocktail event Friday, January 21, tickets $35. Tickets are available online. Saturday, January 22 and Sunday, January 23, the event is open to the general public during the day, $10 entry fee.
Tickets are available online at www.nextcoolthingevent.com
2011 WIFTI-WIFTA SHORT FILM SHOWCASE
CALL FOR ENTRIES
ENTRY DEADLINE:
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Women in Film & Television Atlanta (WIFTA) presents the Women in Film and Television International (WIFTI) WIFTA Short Film Showcase.
The event will be held on March 8th in Atlanta, GA, and is seeking independent short films. All genres — drama, comedy, action, sci-fi, animation, spiritual/gospel, and experimental are accepted.
Click here for Submission Guidelines and Entry Form
WIFTA’S 36th ANNIVERSARY GALA WAS
A HUGE SUCCESS!
DON’T MISS THIS YEAR’S CELEBRITY & INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS CELEBRATION…
PLAN AHEAD TO ATTEND WIFTA’S 37TH ANNIVERSARY GALA!!!
Details coming soon…
 
Once again congratulations to this year’s honorees Kim Fields, Robin Meade and Georgia Production Partnership.
And special thanks to all our sponsors, volunteers and members for their support!
SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT
SPECIAL THANKS TO WOLFF BROS POST FOR THEIR CONTINUING SUPPORT!
MEMBERS ONLY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Current Opportunities Posted!
Find out about a workshop with the opportunity to audition for your first paying voice over job! Click Here
Current Job Postings!
Log in now to see Jobs available for WIFTA members.
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