Production Calls
- 03/08/10
- PLEASE NOMINATE SARASOTA,
Last month, Google announced they would be looking for cities to participate in the rollout of a fiber network that would be 100x faster than what we experience today.
The application for this type of bandwidth ranges from medical applications to film and digital design. Bottom line is that broadband is one of the primary drivers for an economy.
Become a fan: http://www.facebook.com/googlefiber
website: http://www.googleisland.net
Here you can submit your
nomination directly to Google teling
them why Sarasota is a great
community to incude in their fiber
network. - 03/06/10
- The Backroom Short Film Festival of Sarasota
The Backroom Short Film Festival
Saturday, Mar 6 6:00p
at Art Center of Sarasota, Sarasota, FL
(Sarasota, FL) Art Center Sarasota is hosting the Backroom Film Festival on Sat, March 6, 2010 from 6-9 pm. This one-night festival, organized by Paul Gruber of the Backroom School of Film and Art, is a visual and interactive evening of short films by local filmmakers, conversation, food and beverages. read more
Price: $10 ACS Members/ $12 Non-Members
Phone: (941) 365-2032
Age Suitability: All Ages
Tags: film festival
(Sarasota, FL) Art Center Sarasota is hosting the Backroom Film Festival on Sat, March 6, 2010 from 6-9 pm. This one-night festival, organized by Paul Gruber of the Backroom School of Film and Art, is a visual and interactive evening of short films by local filmmakers, conversation, food and beverages. Films shown are from 2 – 7 minutes in length in three categories: inspiration/motivation, comedy and animation. There will be conversations with the filmmakers throughout the evening.
www.artsarasota.org
www.thebackroom.tvTo get more information contact: Paul Gruber at 941-234-3553 or email paulgruber@hotmail.com
- 03/03/10
- GOOD NEWS FOR FILMMAKING IN FLORIDA
– let’s reach out to praise and thank our legislators and keep this ball rolling through all committees in both the House and Senate:
Subject: ***PRESS RELEASE*** Entertainment Industry Economic Development Act Unanimously Passes House Economic Development Policy Committee
PRESS RELEASE CONTACT: Kelsey WohlmanMarch 3, 2010 (850)488-0256
“Entertainment Industry Economic Development Act” Sponsored by Rep. Precourt Passes the Economic Development Policy CommitteeTax Credit Would Lead to Immediate Job Growth, Increased Revenue
Tallahassee, FL – Today, House Bill 697 (HB 697), the Entertainment Industry Economic Development Act unanimously passed the House Economic Development Policy Committee. HB 697, sponsored by Representatives Steve Precourt, Jennifer Carroll, and Kevin Ambler, is an innovative proposal to stimulate job growth within the state of Florida. The tax credit program, also sponsored by Senate President-Designate Mike Haridopolos, levels the playing field for Florida to once again compete in the emerging economic cluster of film and digital media production.“During these tough economic times, putting incentives in place that will attract new businesses and diversify our economy is sound policy that will have an immediate impact.” said Rep. Steve Precourt. “We’ve sent a strong message today that moving swiftly to lure new businesses to Florida and put people back to work is the Legislature’s top priority.”In recent years, Florida’s existing film incentive program has been cut dramatically, resulting in a sharp decline in production projects lost to competing states. The bill creates a film and digital media tax credit that has a proven track record of attracting and growing the industry in other states. The production company will only receive the credit after all its payments have been verified. With the investment occurring before a credit is issued, this is a true performance-based credit.“The positive impact of HB 697 is exponential to the state, local municipalities, businesses and the workforce. Throughout the years, Florida has not had the funds necessary to compete with other states to entice production companies here. Creating an incentive program that cost the state no out of pocket allocation of revenue will create a consistent and reliable tool, putting Florida on a better playing field to compete with other states to bring quality high wage jobs to our state. HB 697 creates a wonderful opportunity for Florida to climb out of this recession,” said Prime Cosponsor Rep. Jennifer Carroll.“HB 697 is a critical step for Florida to reestablish its thriving entertainment industry,” said Prime Cosponsor Rep. Kevin Ambler. “The State’s investment is pivotal for Florida to remain competitive with other states and countries. The entertainment incentives are the key to attracting and keeping the high wage, highly skilled workers that are necessary to diversify our economy and build the strong economic foundation that we need for Florida’s future.”Other key provisions include an annual cap on total credits of $75M, an increase in the base incentive amount from the 15% to 20% for major film, TV and digital media productions and an increase in the “family friendly” project enhancement from 2% to 5%. Only Florida expenditures such as hiring local residents and contracting with Florida-based companies qualify. - 03/01/10
- Two Fabulous Events
March 20th
The Historic Asolo Theater
at the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art in Sarasota, FL
filmforecast@gmail.com
702-982-85879 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Screening of three films
Film Forecast
Focus Group
7 p.m.
World Premiere Screening
of the new comedy
"Expecting Mary"
Starring Elliott Gould, Linda Gray, Lainie Kazan, Cloris, Leachman, Della Reese, Cybill Shepherd, Gene Simmons, and featuring Olesya Rulin
- 03/01/10
- NBC THE BIGGEST LOSER IS CASTING!
Are you ready to change your life? Do you have at least 100 lbs. to lose? Are you outgoing with personality? Do you have the want, desire, and competitive edge to vie for this once in a lifetime opportunity to change your lives forever and compete for $250,000?
If so, apply today and change your life forever! We are looking for individuals or teams of two. There will be an open casting call on Saturday, March 6th at the Hard Rock Seminole Casino in Tampa, FL (5223 N. Orient Rd. Tampa, FL 33610) from 10am – 6pm.
Please do not line up more than 3 hours before the open call start time. We will do our best to see the first 500 people in line. If you cannot attend an open call, you must submit a videotape. If you would like to submit a video tape, please visit http://www.thebiggestlosercasting.com/. You must be 18 years old by May 24, 2010.
- 03/01/10
- CASTING FOR ABC SUPERNANNY
Families must apply NOW for ABC's top rated parenting show!
Los Angeles, CA – The casting team of ABC’s popular parenting series SUPERNANNY is currently casting for season six. The casting team will be sending producers around Florida to find the next SUPERNANNY family.
Producers want families from every type of background who are ready for the opportunity of a lifetime—a visit from America’s number one nanny, Jo Frost!
Jo Frost’s expert behavioral techniques and caring ease with children make SUPERNANNY a hit with the audience every week. Her book, “Ask Supernanny” is an international best seller and follows up her first book “Supernanny: How to Get the Best from Your Kids,” which spent several months on the New York Times best seller list.
Interested moms and dads in need of help with their out of control kids may apply by calling 323-904-4680 x1025 or by emailing dtcasting@sbcglobal.net
- 02/24/10
- A Successful February Film Mixer
The SCFEO thanks the wonderful crowd of attendees who came to our Monday 2/22 mixer at the gorgeous Gold Coast Eagle Distributing facility, and enjoyed our fine new media & entertainment discussion panel: Rich Swier – the HuB; Bob Girard – former 20th Century Fox exec; Jim McCampbell – head of Ringling College’s Animation Dept.; and Russ Crumley -- former executive director of the Sarasota County Arts Council. Our sincere thanks for the great success of the event of course also goes out to the panel, Gold Coast Eagle Distributing as the host property and provider of delicious Stella Artois beer and other beverages, to Boar’s Head fine foods and Mary Forristall for the delectable and abundant platters of meats and cheeses and more, and to the door prize drawings sponsors, The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Value Time Errands and More, Lucy Ford, Social Zipper, Paul Gruber, and Anything Arts.com. Your support and participation is invaluable and greatly appreciated!
- 02/02/10
- Divine Imagery Classes
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www.divine-imagery.com
Freight Deliveries to:
5428 Ashton Ct. Unit 4
Sarasota FL, 34233
Mailing Address:
5316 Olive Ave
Sarasota, FL 34231
Greg Baker 941-468-3345
April Baker 941-468-5372 - 01/26/10
- Job Opportunities Ringling College
“Ringling College of Art & Design is on the search for more great faculty and staff! Check out the specifics here: http://www.ringling.edu/Jobs.11.0.html ”
- 01/20/10
- PRESS Release Florida House of Representatives
Florida House of Representatives
Representative Steve Precourt
402 South Monroe Street
303 House Office Building
Tallahassee, Florida
32399-1300
PRESS RELEASE
CONTACT: Kelsey Wohlman
January 20, 2010
(850) 488-0256
Rep. Steve Precourt and Sen. Mike Haridopolos Unveil “Entertainment Industry Economic Development Act”
Tax Credit Would Lead to Immediate Job Growth, Increased RevenueTallahassee, FL – Rep. Steve Precourt (R-41) today introduced the Entertainment Industry Economic Development Act (HB 697), an innovative proposal to stimulate job growth and generate millions in revenue at zero cost to the taxpayer. The tax credit program, also sponsored by Senate President-Designate Mike Haridopolos, levels the playing field for Florida to once again compete in the emerging economic cluster of film and digital media production.“With Florida’s unemployment rate now higher than the national average, this program is a critical tool to expand an industry poised to bolster future economic growth,” said Precourt. “We have an opportunity to immediately create new jobs and generate new revenue without burdening the taxpayer and we need to seize it.”In recent years, Florida’s existing film incentive program has been cut dramatically, resulting in a sharp decline in production projects lost to competing states. The bill creates a film and digital media tax credit that has a proven track record of attracting and growing the industry in other states. The production company will only receive the credit after all its payments have been verified. With the investment occurring before a credit is issued, this is a true performance-based credit.Although the film office can begin issuing credits upon adoption of the program, credits cannot be claimed until tax returns for 2012 or later, ensuring not $1 of credits will be claimed or issued in the upcoming budget. This will generate substantial amounts of new tax revenue, create thousands of jobs and boost ancillary businesses.“On the heels of last week’s Jobs Summit where the film and digital media industry was highlighted as a key player in Florida’s economic recovery, this proposal will allow us to hit the ground running,” said Haridopolos. “It’s my hope that the days of Florida consistently losing film production and digital media projects to other states will soon be over.”The proposal is also supported by Speaker Designate Dean Cannon, who said, "The film and digital media industry presents exciting new opportunities for job creation at a time when Florida needs it most,” said Cannon. “I look forward to working with Rep. Precourt and Senator Haridopolos to position Florida as a national leader in this dynamic, growing industry.”Other key provisions include an annual cap on total credits of $75M, an increase in the base incentive amount from the 15% to 20% for major film, TV and digital media productions and an increase in the “family friendly” project enhancement from 2% to 5. Only Florida expenditures such as hiring local residents and contracting with Florida-based companies qualify.### - 12/29/09
- Auditions!
AnythingArts.com - provides great audition links -- Be sure to check the audition pages of local theaters so you don't miss anything (click the theater name): Florida Studio Theatre • The Players Theatre of Sarasota • Manatee Players • The Golden Apple • Island Players
source thanks: Anything Arts.com - 10/23/09
- SCFEO Hollywood Producers Event
SCFEO Hollywood Producers Event
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