NATPE Events
Jun 18 to Jun 20, 2008 - Sofitel Atrium Budapest
DISCOP '08
DISCOP brings key programming, acquisition, production, marketing and "new business" executives from Central and Eastern Europe--representing broadcasters, thematic channels, regiional TV stations, digital TV operators, DVD distributors and local producers as well as a growing number of multiplatform distribution newtorks--together with international television content and formats sales organizations. You can establish a secure footprint in this rapidly emerging market by exhibiting, advertising, sponsoring at and attending DISCOP.
Email for more information: dianarabanser@basiclead.com
Jul 29, 2008 - Hollywood Renaissance Hotel
NATPE Career Workshop: Navigating the Hollywood Maze
Career Workshop: Navigating the Hollywood Maze
Are you frustrated in your attempts to get into the television industry and rise to the top? Do you want to learn the most effective path to have a successful career in television? Interested in being a studio executive, network executive, producer, writer, director, or agent for television? This challenging yet valuable workshop features a straightforward, no holds barred curriculum designed to help you advance more quickly to the top. Join industry vet Zig Gauthier as he shares how to get ahead in a competitive industry. He’ll deconstruct some of the most popular myths and perceptions of the biz and show you how, in Hollywood, you can make your own luck. If you have your eye on the corner suite or running the latest hit show on the lot and are currently schlepping coffee or seeking entry level employment or internships in entertainment, don’t miss this eye-opening seminar.
The seminar will take place from 2 to 5:30 pm. The cost is $55 - link to www.natpe.org/store to purchase tickets.
Email for more information: info@natpe.org
Jul 30 to Aug 01, 2008 - Hollywood & Highlands Complex
LATV Festival 2008
NATPE’s LATV Festival brings together nearly 1,000 content creators, agents, studio, network and new media executives to celebrate the art and commerce of video content in the TV production capital of the world. This highly dynamic and information packed three-day festival encompasses a Digital Day and the Content Industry Forum, formerly the TV Producers’ Boot Camp. The three days include digital showcases, screenings, sessions, workshops, panel discussions, networking events, pitch opportunities and much more, attracting both emerging and seasoned content creators as well as world-known LA-based organizations.
Email for more information: info@natpe.org
Industry Events
May 18 to May 21, 2008 - New Orleans, LA
The Cable Show '08
Imagine where you'll be by then.
Email for more information: thecableshow@ncta.com
May 28 to May 29, 2008 - Tavern on the Green, New York
The 33rd Annual Gracie Awards
The Foundation of American Women in Radio and Television (AWRT) is inviting entries for the 33rd Annual Gracie Awards. The Gracies is the most prestigious industry award that recognizes exemplary programming created for women, by women and about women, as well as outstanding achievement by individuals.
The 33rd Annual Gracie Awards will continue the tradition of recognizing programming and individuals of the highest caliber in all facets of radio, television, cable and new media, including news, drama, comedy, commercials, public service, documentary and sports. The entry deadline is January 4, 2008.
Mary Bennett, 2007 AWRT National Chair and Radio Advertising Bureau EVP/National Marketing, stated, "The Gracies statue embodies much more than industry recognition. It characterizes distinction, and acknowledges the exceptional accomplishments of amazing women.Â
AWRT President Maria Efantis Brennan added, ÂThe Gracies represent the power of women in media and the journey they have traveled. The 2008 Gracies will build on previous successes and prove to be a wonderful celebration of women in all areas of electronic media.Â
Last yearÂs national Gracie Awards program recognized national individual achievement award winners such as Ann Curry, NBC News; Kimberly Dozier, CBS News; Tina Fey, NBCÂs 30 Rock; Soledad OÂBrien, CNN; and programming such as ABC News 20/20; CNBCÂs The Suze Orman Show; Harpo RadioÂs Jean Chatzky Show; HBOÂs Wanda Sykes: Sick & Tired; Lifetime TelevisionÂs Why I Wore Lipstick to My Mastectomy, and many more, representing a broad cross-section of outstanding actors, producers, writers, correspondents and programs.
To qualify for entry, programs must have aired for the first time between December 1, 2006 and November 30, 2007. National Award winners will be honored at the star-studded Gracie Awards Gala, to be held on May 28, 2008 at the New York Marriott Marquis. Local markets, public and student award winners will be honored at the Awards Luncheon of the Gracie Awards, which will be held on May 29, 2008 at the Tavern on the Green, New York, NY. To obtain a copy of the Gracies Call for Entries, please visit www.awrt.org or contact AWRT Headquarters at (703) 506-3290.
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May 28 to May 29, 2008 - Marriott Marina Del Rey, Los Angeles
MEFCON
MEFCON is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for professionals operating at the intersection of entertainment and technology. It's where visionaries in the mobile space gather for creative conversation -- not just about what the future might look like, but how to shape it. MEFCON was created by mobile entertainment leaders for mobile entertainment leaders. A marked departure from the tedium of boilerplate industry confabs, this event is designed to enable attendees to participate directly, achieve serious visibility, network with the creme de la creme of the industry and come away with an enhanced understanding of mobile's electrifying future.
Email for more information: karen@m-e-f.org
Mar 17 to May 29, 2008 - Entry Deadline
Meffys - Mobile Entertainment Awards 2008
As the industry's official benchmark for measuring success and rewarding innovation, the Meffys honor the most influential players from around the world. Over the years, the industry's most coveted awards have recognized the global brands, dynamic start-ups and visionary individuals who have helped shape the mobile entertainment industry. Judged by independent experts and analysts, the Meffys provide innovators with an unrivaled opportunity to be considered for the industry's top accolades. This year's winners will be celebrated at an exclusive awards ceremony and dinner on May 8 at the Intercontinental Carlton Hotel in Cannes, alongside MEF's official annual event, Mobile Entertainment Market (www.memo8.com).
Email for more information: karen@m-e-f.org
Jun 05, 2008 - Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel
25 Things You Might Have Missed at NAB '08
Get an executive briefing on the industry's most important show.
Not everyone had the time and resources to see everything presented at the annual NAB Show in Las Vegas. Yet, keeping up with the news and significant new technology introductions is vital to your job and career. The editorial teams from TV Technology, Television Broadcast, Videography, DV Magazine, and Government Video traveled the sessions and exhibit floors of the Las Vegas Convention Center to find the people, news and technology certain to have an impact on broadcast and production operations throughout the coming year and beyond. Luncheon runs 11:30 to 2 PM and includes time to meet with the editors, sponsors and other attendees. The price is $95.
Email for more information: dmiller@nbmedia.com
Jun 05 to Jun 06, 2008 - London, UK
Driving Digital Content
Understanding & Solutions is delighted to announce the return of Driving Digital Content, a two-day event focusing on the business opportunities presented by the continued rise of digital content delivery and the impact upon the wider industry.
Driving Digital Content uncovers the industry insights and brings together key figures from across the globe, with conference attendees coming from leading consumer electronics companies, content owners and producers, broadcasters, service providers and industry associations.
Email for more information: irene.chamberlain@uands.com
Jun 10 to Jun 12, 2008 - Sofitel Hotel, West Hollywood
OnHollywood 2008
THE Event for Digital Media and Entertainment
OnHollywood 2008 is where cutting-edge technology CEOs from the back streets of Silicon Valley meet the Hollywood digital entertainment and media elite. This two-and-a-half-day executive event features high-level debates on which forces are disrupting user behavior and creating new opportunities, content strategies and monetization schemes in the video, music, gaming, search, and mobile industries. Our editors will also honor the OnHollywood 100 Top Private Companies and feature the Best of Broadband "BOB" Awards. Fifty of the top CEOs from the OnHollywood 100 will pitch their market strategies to a panel of industry experts in our "CEO Showcase."
OnHollywood promises to be the most powerful gathering of studio heads, content creators, venture capitalists, biz dev officers and entrepreneurs on the planet.
Email for more information: amanda@alwayson-network.com
Jun 24 to Jun 25, 2008 - London
HD Masters 2008
The third annual HD Masters conference tracks the industry trends and introduces operational and technology case studies. Delegates will acquire a clear grasp of best practice and optimum strategies for HD deployment and operations.
Email for more information: conferences@cmpi.biz
Jul 22 to Jul 23, 2008 - McCormick Place Convention Centre, Chicago
IPTV World Forum North America
IPTV WORLD FORUM - NORTH AMERICA
-Over 500 attendees anticipated to attend
-Conference featuring over 15 platform operators, content providers and systems integrators discussing IPTV service deployment issues
-Industry exhibition with up to 25 leading technology providers with FREE to attend exhibition
-Networking party for all delegates at a premier venue
-Co-located exhibition featuring 3 further conference streams: TV Over Net North America, Interactive TV Advertising North America, IP Cable North America
For more information please visit www.iptv-northamerica.com or email katherinec@junction-group.com
Email for more information: katherinec@junction-group.com
Jul 26 to Jul 28, 2008 - New York, NY
Little Airplane Academy "How to Make a Great Preschool Series"
How To Make A Great Preschool Series” Three-Day Intensive
Little Airplane Academy will be conducting an intensive, three-day preschool television workshop. Participants will learn the fundamentals of creating a preschool series from pitching through writing, character design, directing and producing both live action and animated shows.
Location: Little Airplane Productions
207 Front Street (between Fulton and Beekman)
South Street Seaport
New York, NY 10038
Dates: The course is comprised of three full days as well as optional evening activities. The course will take place on the following dates:
Saturday, July 26th
Sunday, July 27th
Monday, July 28th
Fee: $1500 for the course
Space in the course is limited and a simple application and resume are required. Please contact Little Airplane at the number below to receive an application. There is no fee to apply.
For questions, please call 212-965-8999 or e-mail: melinda@littleairplane.com or visit our website at www.littleairplane.com.
Email for more information: melinda@littleairplane.com
Aug 22 to Aug 24, 2008 - Edinburgh International Conference Centre
MediaGuardian Edinburgh International Television Festival
The MediaGuardian Edinburgh International Television Festival is the essential annual event for the international television and media industry.
Founded in 1976 and now in its 34th successful year the Festival is held annually over the August bank holiday weekend (22-24 August 2008) at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre.
Featuring prominent industry voices the Festival is packed with over 50 individual sessions covering the most pertinent issues facing the industry from policy to programme making.
The wide ranging programme involves keynote lectures, preview screenings, masterclasses, interviews and networking parties which make for a stimulating Festival weekend.
The Festival is attended by over 1,900 delegates UK and international delegates representing the full spectrum of the industry including controllers, commissioners, producers, directors, marketers, new media companies, distributors and press.
Email for more information: info@mgeitf.co.uk
Oct 15 to Oct 16, 2008 - Javits Convention Center, New York, NY
HD World Conference & Exposition
HD World - Where Media and Business Converge. Join thousands of media and entertainment professionals at HD World for 2 days of world-class conference sessions, hundreds of exhibits and many networking opportunities. HD World is part of the Content & Communications World (CCW) family of events. (www.ccwexpo.com)
Email for more information: mdriscoll@jdevents.com
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