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Careers Exposed: Film and TV Challenge - From Script to Pitch to Show
Speaker:
Pitch Consultant Marguerite Pigott and Various TV/Film Producers
date:
Tue, 2011-03-01 18:00 - 20:00
location:
The Liberty Bistro and Bar
25 Liberty Street
Toronto, ON M6K 1A6Canada
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Career Challenge: Write a script that gets picked up and made into a TV show or movie
The event was a great success with over 120 people attending to learn more about this dynamic industry! Read what SNAP had to say about the event.
Event Description:
- Have you ever wondered how your favourite show or movie starts out?
- Are you an aspiring writer who wonders if it could be possible to write a script?
- Are you interested in a unique opportunity to network with writers, producers and media industry experts?
Hear from the following industry experts:
- Debra Brady - Financial Planner Martin Kyes - Entertainment Lawyer,
- Laurie Hall - Public Relations Expert,
- Paul Stark - Banker - full time, writer, producer, film maker
- Adam Till - Writer, Producer
- Justin McConnell - Producer from unstableground.com
- Peter Miskimmin - Producer, Whizbang Films, (Paul Gross's film company)
- Maureen Judge - Producer, Making Movies
- Carole Aeschelmann - Producer, Plus 8 Pictures
- Rowan Nielsen - Producer, Plus 8 Pictures
Presented in partnership with i CAN Pitch, an organization that brings together well-respected members of the film and television community for an annual Spring event to offer writers and "creative types" the chance to pitch their fresh ideas in a fast paced, exciting environment.
Challenge Factory attendees will have the chance to speak with and hear from writers preparing for this year's pitch event and to talk with the producers that will be looking for the next great script. This event is not just for those considering careers in film and TV - it is a unique opportunity to be exposed to a different industry than your own, to meet interesting people and learn something new!
About the Careers Exposed Event Series: This series presents a behind the scenes view to some of the most interesting careers and jobs. Each event focuses on exposing a particular challenge and provides a unique risk-free, fun opportunity to learn about a dream job you may always have wondered about. Check back often to see what new career we'll be exposing you to next! Or contact us with a suggestion!
