THE 2nd RENAISSANCE & REFORMATION
SCOTT MACLEOD
There is presently a sweeping rebirth of the Arts and a massive transformation of the Church for God’s Glory! What is the role of the creative community in these critical times!
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ACTING FOR THE SCREEN
PAUL HUBER
The technique of acting for the camera as opposed to the stage and discuss the actor's responsibility to illuminate truth.
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BIRTHING FORTH YOUR DESTINY
JEREMY LOPEZ
Did you know you are pregnant with purpose? You already posses 'ALL THINGS' in you from the Lord! Have you ever had a dream or a prophetic word about your future but you have not seen the results yet? This teaching will show you how to get from point a to point b in your life so you can be at the right place at the right time to birth forth your destiny. It is time to go on your adventure and birth forth your destiny.
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BREAKTHROUGH SCRIPTWRITING...WITH KEYS TO FUNDING AND PRODUCTION
DR. TED BAEHR
Dr. Ted Baehr shows you how to go from treatment to theatrical release so that you can get the Word out through the mass media of entertainment. Ted also includes valuable information about the key principles of communicating through movies and television from a Christian perspective.
This is usually presented as a five part series
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BRINGING THE TEXT TO LIFE
SETH ZIELICKE
Acting really isn't about acting. It's about living. The best actors embody their character's entire being and live that character's life. But how do we get from reading about a character in a script to making that character actually come alive on the screen? The first half of this seminar explores how we can each use our unique abilities to bring characters to life. The second half illustrates the importance of making good acting choices as we reflect upon a story from early Christian literature.
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THE CATWALK TO CHRIST
ROBERT GRASSESCHI
Robert John Grasseschi will share his testimony about being a former model/actor and the transforming power of Jesus Christ to launch people into their dreams and destinies.
He has just finished the first, full-time XP acting school. Robert will discuss the amazing spiritual and practical opportunities provided by this school. Robert will also be competing in the Actors, Models and Talent for Christ competition in Orlando this July. He will talk about AMTC and the opportunities this Christian-based company can give the aspiring model, actor, singer, dancer, or special individual to meet professionals from around the world.
What is the importance of taking back the media for God? "We are in a crucial stage in media. New technology gives everyone available media access 24/7. The believers' victory will vary depending on the degree that they renew their minds. The mainstream media is trying to control our minds to follow the ways of this world. We must provide a better alternative!!!"
Romans 12:2
"Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will."
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THE CALLING CARD
GEOFF MCCLELLAND & SCOTT LAIRSON
This impactful and informative workshop on photos/headshots, also known as "the calling card" will inform actors on how important it is to have a great photo to submit to casting directors, producers, directors and talent agents. A sharp eye is essential when choosing just exactly the right photo to spark the interest of industry professional. Choosing the right photographer, the right picture, how to market yourself, are just some of the topics which will be discussed in this workshop. Equally important is the care and planning to ensure the optimum end results, creating more opportunities, and opening doors for your acting career.
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CAMERA OPERATING - TECHNICAL, CRAFT, AND ART
JONATHAN NIXON
The art of photography involves the intuitive search for message, shape, form, texture, and visualization.
We usually glance at our surroundings as if we were flipping through a magazine, hoping for something to catch our eye. News and magazine headline writers spend their days trying to compose intriguing phrases that will slow us down and capture our attention for a moment. A good photographer develops the ability to look at a subject and recognize which aspects of it might make interesting images. Our photography should create visual headlines. Images that will catch the audience’s eye and make them slow down long enough to get our message.
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COPYRIGHTS & TRADEMARKS
ELIZABETH A. NIXON
In this workshop, Attorney Elizabeth Nixon covers the most important legal issues for content creators and producers.
What is a copyright? How long does it last? How is a copyright registered? What is a "poor man's copyright?" Elizabeth breaks down these legal aspects into easy to understand basics - you don't need to be a lawyer to get it!
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CORPORATIONS & LLC'S
ELIZABETH A. NIXON
In this workshop, Attorney Elizabeth Nixon breaks down these often misunderstood business entities into their most simple elements.
Know when you need a corporation. Know when you need an LLC. Know the difference. It's really much easier than you think!
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HOW TO CREATE A DOCUMENTARY
DARREN WILSON
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CREATING EMOTIONAL RESPONSE - THE DIRECTOR'S TOOL KIT
JONATHAN NIXON
Good directors know how to create an emotional response in their audiences. Emotion is one of the most powerful tools that you can use to move your audience to action. Once you have defined your target audience, formed the message that you want to convey to that audience, you need to create an emotional response that will compel your audience to reply to your call to action. As a media production director, you have image, music, and words to create an emotion. As you start your creative process of directing, imagine the emotions that are stirred by the images, music, and words that you visualize. Inspiring images of a mother embracing a child, an orchestra building to a climatic refrain, or a moving speech by your lead actor, can all motivate your audience to smile, giggle, laugh, or cry. Remember to use emotion as one of your story telling tools. Your audience is more likely to respond on an emotional level than on an intellectual one.
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MINISTRY RESOURCES 101: CREATING MEDIA WITH EXCELLENCE
JOSHUA MILLS
Learn to create a ministry CD/DVD from start to finish, market your product and serve God with excellence.
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CREATIVE FORCES
RANDY DEMAIN
This course will identify the forces of creativity available to us which allow us to bring color, sound, form and action to life. We will discuss imagination, dream life, necessity, and desire as our primary God given means of creativity.
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CREATING SUPERNATURAL MEDIA FOR KIDS
BECKY FISCHER
Kids of this generation are hungry for the supernatural and flock after it like a moth to the flame. It is best displayed in how they devour anything to do with Harry Potter and similar shows. We in the church have so watered down our kids messages that children lose interest quickly in what we present. We must give them what they hunger for--a supernatural encounter with the living God that will leave Harry in the shadows wondering what happened!
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DANCE
SUSAN SILVESTRI
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DON'T LET YOUR HEAD BLOW UP
SHAWN BOLZ
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DREAM INTERPRETATION
BARBIE BREATHITT
Barbie’s dream interpretation workshop will help dreamers understand the supernatural symbolic love letters God is writing to his bride. Every night we encounter a living, loving, God in the visionary realm of dreams. Come discover a new spiritual language that will enable you to embrace your destiny in God.
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EDITING
JUSTIN GOLL
What do you see when you watch your favorite TV show or film? A series of shots – images – one after the other? That’s called editing, and the person “cutting” from shot to shot has more power than you think. An editor can make a mediocre scene … sing! Or a pretty looking film … snore. Join us for a peek into the world of editing, where we’ll discover that every good story is created cut by cut.
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EVERYTHING YOU WANT TO KNOW ABOUT HOLLYWOOD BUT ARE AFRAID TO ASK
DR. TED BAEHR
This talk deals with the opportunities as well as the trials and tribulations that Christians face in the mass media, as well as how to be more than conquerors in the entertainment industry. Moreover, this talk helps you understand the entertainment industry, enabling those with stars in their eyes to conquer without stooping.
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FAITH - ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE
PATRICIA KING
Faith can not only move mountains but it is the very catalyst for the church to possess and occupy the media mountain! Do you have a dream to create media for the glory of God? All things are possible - only believe. Patricia King will teach principles of faith that will ignite you to accomplish your dreams.
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FILM MAKING
BRIAN STEWART
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FUNDING
DAVID NIXON
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FUNDING GOD'S MEDIA ARMY
BRUCE COOK
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GOD'S MEDIA ARMY - WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO
JONATHAN NIXON
“Why would you want to work in such a dark industry?” “It’s full of lost, wicked, nasty people.” “Just look at Hollywood, those people are a total mess.” “Stay away from that den of vipers!” As a believer, when you entered into a creative career within the Media industry, this is the kind of response that you get. Most of the church doesn't get it. Why do you want to be in the film of television business? As Christians we need to check our motivations.
There is one irrefutable fact: Media leads Culture. There was a time when media reflected the culture of the day. Remember those terrific movies by Frank Capra, “It’s A Wonderful Life” and “Mr. Smith Goes To Washington?” That was a time when media reflected our ethical and spiritual culture. Now, Media actually influences and drives our culture and usually in a very negative way. Movies, television shows and Internet content are now the forerunners of what our culture will become. Does that scare you? It scares me. It’s time that we as Christians start to influence media, so that our media will start to influence our culture in a positive way.
We are called to media because media needs Christian values. The best way for us to be an influence on our culture is for us to influence media. Movies, television, Internet content, music, video games, and all other entertainment and informational mediums need Christ-centered values to infiltrate their content.
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HOW TO ACCOMPLISH YOUR MEDIA DREAM - GOAL SETTING
PATRICIA KING
Once you have a dream in your heart, you need to put feet to it in order to see it realized. Patricia teaches in this workshop how to set goals, prepare a plan of action, and move into all that God has placed in your heart.
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IDENTITY THAT LEADS TO DESTINY
GABE AHN
Many of us will run after our destiny without even realizing we have not discovered our true identity. Before we can ask, “What should I do with my life?” we should ask ourselves, “Who am I?”. Gabe Ahn will focus on the vital importance of knowing who the Father is and how He sees us and how that leads to walking out our destinies.
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IMPROV YOUR WRITING: Improvisational Adventures for the Writer
MARK & ILONA JENNINGS
Why should actors have all the fun?
Wht if spontaneous play could help your writing?
What if getting out of your writer's chair and onto your feet wound up propelling you into you next great adventure...or helped you solve the puzzle of your current story line?
Why not give your inner-critic the day off and join us for a time of improvisational play designed especially for writers?
Come enjoy a plunge into the "white-water adventure" of imagination, spontaneity and...writing.
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iPhone 101
BRIAN CORBIN
Learn:
- The differences in iPhone OS software.
- How to sync your calendar on your iPhone with your computer and others wirelessly.
- To Set up groups, use the multitasking features and push functionality.
- How to move photos, videos, and voice memos off your phone for editing.
- What apps are there to help share my information on my phone easier with others on their phone.
- How to keep your iPhone secure from hackers or others who want your information.
- To remotely manage multiple iPhones in your organization from a central place.
- Extend your battery life between charges, force quit apps, restore iPhone from a backup and more!
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IT NETWORK BASICS
ALLEN BROWN
This course will cover the basic components of a data network to better facilitate your project studio. The discussion will cover the need for a network and how it will improve your work flow. We will also discuss network interface protocols and the difference between firewalls, switches and routers to help you put together and troubleshoot your network.
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LEARNING YOUR VOICE
DR. JAMES GOLL
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LOCATION LIGHTING AND SOUND - TIPS AND TRICKS OF THE TRADE!
JONATHAN NIXON
The interplay of light and shadows allows us to see people, objects, and their environments. Lighting, shadows, and color create the mood of the environment in which we photograph our message. Good lighting calls for deliberate illumination, including what direction the lighting emanates from, what angle the light falls, whether the light is soft or harsh, what color the lighting has, and the control of the shadows and their relative transparency.
Field lighting, or location lighting, often extends to the control and augmentation of available light. Your lighting job is to use, manipulate, and control direct, and reflected sunlight, so that it yields, at least to some extent, to basic lighting principles. Most of the time you will have to deal with some kind of sunlight or skylight intruding on your shooting location. Both direct and reflected sunlight, and skylight, can be used very effectively in your field lighting situations.
The audio portion of your media production conveys important information about your message, and it also adds energy and structure. At first glance the production of sound seems much easier to achieve than the corresponding production of video. The audio portion of the production requires at least as much attention and skill as does the video. However simple or complex the production, pointing a microphone in the general direction of the scene at the last minute is not the way to go. You should consider the audio requirements of your production as an essential element of your media creation.
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MAKEUP FOR FILM AND TV
ELLIE WINSLOW
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MEDIA INTERCESSION
DIANE WIGSTONE
Hollywood is the greatest single source of influence in our world today. Come learn strategies on how to pray for Hollywood. We also will not only discuss prayer, as a group we will pray, for the power of God and the truth of His word to be released in Hollywood!
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MEDIA MOUNTAIN PART 1 & 2
LANCE WALLNAU
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MUSIC & MEDIA IN THE HARVEST!
SCOTT MACLEOD
Creative Evangelism. Using music, arts and media for a sickle to bring in the greatest Harvest. We are called to be in it but not of it!
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MUSIC PRODUCTION
BRIAN STEWART
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MUSIC PRODUCTION: CREATIVE NEW SOUNDS
CALEB BRUNDIDGE
Have you ever had a desire to create music? But, you’re not even sure where to begin… Come join Caleb Brundidge for a how to on creating music using some of today most basic and popular software. You can create music for your media project with basically no knowledge of music at all. All you need is an ear for music and a computer. Learn to use a program like Garage band to simplify your experience and get your music out there. Caleb will also help guide you the next level with software like Ableton Live and Reason. Caleb will also help you understand how to publish and distribute your music digitally and how to use your music on socially based networks to get people to hear your music.
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MUSIC PRODUCTION TOOLS
ALLEN BROWN
The majority of Media & Film productions require music or scoring. The music production process has been simplified over the years and made available to all. If you are tired of searching for a musician or the right sound for your productions, then the Music Production Tools class is for you. The course will cover three basic software programs: Reason, Logic Pro and Pro Tools.
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NEW MEDIA ADVERTISING, MARKETING AND BRANDING
CHARLOTTE BOUZIGARD
How you brand, market and position yourself will determine the success of your results.
There are key branding, marketing and advertising principles/strategies to follow and implement, whether you are promoting a: product, service, website, movie, music, ministry, etc.
In this workshop, you’ll discover how to effectively and efficiently create a strong Brand Identity - including logo, tag-line and slogan development and produce impactful advertising, marketing, promotional and public relation campaigns - based on any budget.
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ORGANIZE, PRIORITIZE AND PERSERVERE!
STACEY SPENCER
Most people normally miss golden opportunities throughout their career, because they fail to organize a successful plan of action, and almost never prioritize the most important task first, and after all that they lack the mental momentum to get them back on track. Come experience the Tour-Guide of a lifetime as Stacey Spencer takes you on a journey through her eyes at Hillerich & Bradbsy - as a former Tour Guide at The Home of the Louisville Slugger! Stacey recognizes that evangelists, executive assistants, producers, on-air talent, business owners, and other creative people of Almighty God are the “Sweet Fabric” that weave the entire business environment together. She will demonstrate her “O.P.P. Effect" and share tip-top secrets for captivating your audience of one or one-thousand to bat a home-run of success for your professional future. All professionals will be captivated by Stacey’s messages and her ability to convey a standard of excellence for all attendee's in this session. [There's a little surprise in store for all who attend this Tour.]
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THE POWER OF SONGS!
SCOTT MACLEOD
Songwriting! How songs (worship, secular & soundtracks) have, and still do shape and define culture.
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PRINT MEDIA AND BEYOND
CAROL MARTINEZ
The written word has stood the test of time – whether in print or in today’s e-formats. This workshop will both inspire and give some very practical tools for those who wish to impact the world with written media.
Topics covered include: The power of written media; Publishing your book – where, who, what, how and how much; Manuscript preparation do’s and don’ts; What new authors should know; Finishing your story well and more.
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PRINT MEDIA
DON NORI SR
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PRODUCING AND DIRECTING
DAVID NIXON
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PROPHECY AND MEDIA
JULIE MEYER
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PRODUCTION 101
JON NIXON
1. "God's Media Army - Why We Do What We Do".
2. "Creating Emotional Response - The Director's Tool Kit".
2. "Camera Operating - Technical, Craft, and Art".
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RELEASING THE ART AND CREATIVITY OF HEAVEN
JANICE VANCRONKHITE
This is a time to activate and impart a seer anointing for participants to capture what God is saying. Beginners and all levels of artists are welcome to this time of teaching, sharing, demonstrating, then "going for it" in their desired medium. Many will overcome creative obstacles and experience significant breakthroughs in the process!
Suggested supplies to bring to Janice's art workshop: (choose 1 or more of the following)
colored soft pastels (my fave for vibrant color)
oil pastels
marker pens of various sizes
colored pencils or pastel pencils
pictures, scissors, glue to collage in mixed media if desired
paper towels and plastic tarp
spray fixative (hairspray works)
16x20 or larger pad of med weight drawing paper
Leave your fears and inhibitions behind and get ready to be released to express your dreams and visions. Spend time with the Lord and ask Him what to portray.
Assignment(optional) Get a sketchbook and sketch daily at least 10 minutes or more and journal in dreams, visions, words, etc. Use color and glue in pictures if desired. Get a head start on art journaling! Bring it with you to the workshop along with pictures to reference what you will create on paper.
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SCREENWRITING 101
STEPHEN & MELANIE WISTAR
Do you have an idea for a movie or television show?
Come learn how to develop your idea into a professional screenplay that you can sell to a production company or produce on your own.
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SCREENWRITING: STEALTH WRITING
STEPHEN & MELANIE WISTAR
Stealth Christian Screenwriting teaches you how to develop a Kingdom movie idea that is cool enough to attract a secular audience. We’ll cover the ten most popular film genres, and how to effectively target and zap an unsuspecting fan base with God’s truth.
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SO YOU WANT TO BE IN PICTURES?
DR. TED BAEHR
Whether you want to be in pictures or just watch them, or even just complain about them, it seems that almost everyone is interested in the mass media of entertainment. In SO YOU WANT TO BE IN PICTURES?, Dr. Ted Baehr tells you what you need to know about the current state of the mass media of entertainment, how to use your faith to change the culture of Hollywood, and how to make a creative contribution to the whole world.
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SOCIAL NETWORKING
JONATHAN WILLIAMS
Jonathan has a passion for the younger generation and reaching them through online networking. He is efficient in computer technologies and uses media social networks such as Facebook, Myspace, and Twitter to awaken God's media army. His teachings at the Phoenix Int'l Media Festival will show you how to build, maintain, and use today's top media social networking sites to enhance and grow your ministry.
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SOCIAL NETWORKING
FAYTENE KRYSKOW
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SONG WRITING
JULIE MEYER
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SURVIVING FRIENDLY FIRE
DIANE WIGSTONE
In the armed forces, when you are wounded by your own troops, it is called 'Friendly Fire.' If you have been a Christian in the Entertainment Industry for long you have probably faced opposition to your vision - and have been surprised that much of that opposition had been from other Christians! Come and learn how you can survive the 'Friendly Fire" and allow God to use it in a powerful way in your life.
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THE BODY SPEAKS
MARK & ILONA JENNINGS
She says "I love you!"...but folds her arms tightly across her chest. What is she really saying?
He walks down the aisle with his bride after the vows are said...but his shoulders are sagging and his head is tilted toward the floor. How does he really feel on his wedding day?
How does a shift in posture, an alteration in the speed of your walk, a slight tilt of the head effect how you feel and how the character you're playing is perceived?
Well, here's your invitation to put on some comfy clothes and have fun exploring the language of physical movement and mime. It never hurts to be better versed in the language of the body.
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THE BUSINESS OF ACTING
SCOTT LAIRSON
We hear it over and over...“acting is a business” or “they call it show business for a reason”. We are repeatedly reminded that, as performers, we are in business and must treat it like any other profession. Yet I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard performers say, “I’m just starting my acting career I don’t need to worry about that yet.” WRONG! That is exactly when you need to worry about it.
The day you decide to become an actor/performer is the day you need to get your business in order. Whether in Los Angeles, New York or your local area, if you don’t have your headshot, resume, know how to audition and a way to keep records of your business, how successful can you expect to be? The Business of Acting Workshop, if used correctly, will give you tips to keep things in order. So you can run your business successfully.
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THE NEW FACE OF DISTRIBUTION
SONDRA MARTIN-HICKS
On February 14th, 2009, HeartStone Pictures released Furious Love the movie in 23 countries around the world through churches....all on the same day! No longer are filmmakers held captive by the traditional distribution system. This workshop will share how to get your film in front of thousands with a quick return on investment.
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UNFORGETTABLE - THE MILLION-DOLLAR FIRST IMPRESSION
STACEY SPENCER
What Makes You Unforgettable? Could it be your hair, your hand-shake, the clothes you wear, or possibly your tone of voice that makes you absolutely unforgettable. During this training session you'll learn the importance of the harmonious hand-shake, the simple smile, and the voice of victory. This is an educational and entertaining session, where we will turn our experience into Role-Play Mania. If you have the jitters about being expressive in public, this could be the experience for you. Come and learn what I did to overcome my rejection of the southern-draw.The voice that is unforgettable! I'll take you through the exercises that made me camera ready.
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VOICE-OVER
MISSY BARBER
Have you ever heard radio spots, voice overs on TV, cartoons, or announcers and thought "I want to do that?"
In this mini work shop you will learn some voice over basics. A few tips and tricks to develop your voice.
Find the place for your voice in this world. Missy will inspire you to go forward with your desires in the area of a Voice Over Artist.
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How to Host Your TV Program
PAMELA CARTER
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Becoming the Dream
PAMELA CARTER
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WEBSTREAMING
BRIAN CORBIN
Learn this and more...How does it work? What are the different types of codecs for streaming? What types of hardware and software do you need? What is the difference between paid and free streaming services? What options are there to make streaming available to people from small to large organizations? How can you stream an event without spending a fortune? How do you stream in HD? Are there any turnkey solutions that are easy? How can I stream to multiple devices like iPhone, computers, and set top boxes?
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WHISPER VISION - NO TIME ZONE
GEORGIAN BANOV
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