Sugar Skulls and Popcorn

Here are the notes to meeting number four of Raven Films!

10/02/12

Mins.: 39

Began: 5:06

End: 5:45

Raven Films Meeting 4

 I.      Who are you?

*We went around the room, asking members what their major was, who they are, and why they like film and why they’ve joined Raven Films.

 

II.    New Vice President of Raven Films-Matt Stepan

III.  Thank you to all those who auditioned!! Many of you will be hearing back from us ;)

IV.    Sam-organizing a part two production of a project for “Sugar Skull Sweets,” of Huntsville. Wanting a promotional video; looking to shoot THIS WEEKEND. Looking for actors and actresses; will pull from auditions.

*If interested in being Crew-talk to Fariha!

V.     Enron-showing Oct 10^th-13^th, get your tickets (or Comp. card) and show your support for the arts!!

VI.    Dues are due today!!! Late fee of $5 will be added, otherwise, talk to officers.

VII.  Popcorn Wednesdays back!!! In the Mall area from 10-1. This week, including CUPCAKES!!!

VIII.     PR-Public Relations group still looking for members to help with flyers, press releases, promotional material, merchandise, etc.

*If skilled in PR or writing, graphic design, or just interested in helping, contact David!

IX.    Speaker Series-next up is Rod Lurie! Director of films such as “The Contender” and “Straw Dogs.” Save the Date: Nov. 2^nd.

       *Bill Pirkins-Nov. 9^th

       *Still asking about Kevin Smith

       *Also asking for someone working on the new Sin City film coming soon.

X.     Homecoming- Starting work on the Homecoming Spirit Competition. If you are interested in participating and helping out with the Banner Competition, Kick-Off Rally, Service Project, Video Project, Parade, and T-shirt competition, sign up soon!

 

Oppan Sammy Style

Here are the notes from meeting 3 of Raven Films 2012. Some interesting stuff including NBS, a Recreational Sports video competition, and...Gangnam Style?
Take a look at what you missed ;)

9/25/12

Mins.: 48

Began: 5:08

End: 5:56

Raven Films Meeting

I.      Peter takes dues early.

*Dues-still $30 and due next Tuesday!! Includes T-shirt

*After Oct. 2^nd, late fee of $5 will apply!

II.  Cheyenne, President of NBS (National Broadcasting Society)

     *NBS-great on resume, gives you experience in Broadcasting world. Meetings are Wednesday, 6pm.

III. Tom Garrett-information on Film Program and internships.

     *Introduced- Melissa Fadler (Senior assistant director of Marketing and Sports Rep.)

       *Interested in working with us to create some promotional videos for the Recreation Sports dept. on campus.

       *Showed former WSU sports promotional videos.

       *Hoping to do “Old Spice” video for Rec. sports; Script is already written, just looking for green screen work, and editors. Will hopefully be entered into national competition. Tom Garrett will also help with green screen and equipment.

       *Also hoping to do ESPN type video

       *If interested, sign up on sign up sheet!

IV.  As a fine arts group, Raven Films tries to attend other fine art events to show their support as a group.

     *Shows opening soon are “Oleanna” (Sept. 26-30^th) and “Enron” (Oct. 10-13^th)

     *Ask about Comp. Card!!

V.   PR Group-If you didn’t get a chance to sign up, sheet went around to sign up for Public Relations group.

     *First meetings will by Monday, 2pm, third floor atrium.

     *First meeting will be for promotion of upcoming speaker for Speaker Series.

     *Looking for people COMPUTER LITERATE! And those who can get things done and take direction! Also needs good writer’s!!

     *Needs help with Press Packets, getting the word out about Raven Films in the Huntsville community, promoting Speaker Series, and working on OrgLink.

VI.  Upcoming Speakers in Speaker Series

     *Rod Lurie-Nov. 2^nd! Director of “Commander in Chief,” “Straw Dogs,” “The Last Castle,”

     *Bill Pirkins-Nov. 9^th! Producer of “After Life,” “The Chameleon”

     *WISH LIST OF SPEAKERS-

       *Kevin Smith

VII. Raven Films is hold Auditions this Thursday, the 27^th!

     *This is a cold-read, and is for archive/reference for future films!

     *Please email headshot or resume, otherwise bring electronic copy (USB)

     *THIS IS AN OPERN AUDITION!!

     *Will be held in PAC Rm 184! 6-9 pm.

VIII.  Raven Films still looking for scripts!!

     *Correct Format, All scripts welcome (No Porn, not overly obscene, no large action sequences, must be willing to re-edit!)

     Email scripts to: rmh024@shsu.edu

**No Workshop tonight, but come to Potato Shack, and get to know your fellow Ravens, and Raven leaders!!!

I.      SHSU Homecoming Spirit Competition

*Raven Films will be looking to enter each contest of the competition!!

*Banner Competition, Rally Competition, Service Project, Parade, and Video competition. Theme is “Sammy for President”

*IMPORTANT: Attend football game and sign in as Raven Films. Tell your family, friends, faculty, etc., to sign in for Raven Films. The more people of “Raven Films” who go, the more points we win!!

*If interested in helping Raven Films win money and interested in helping with Homecoming Spirit competition, sign up on sign up sheet!!

X.  Thursday from 10-1, Raven Films will be promoting their Thursday auditions!! Come help out or stop by!!

XI. Katie Stephens:

*This weekend- Gibbs-Powell House is looking to have someone interview people for the Huntsville Historical Commission.

    *This is important-We need to make friends with people who control historical parts of Huntsville, as well as repay Gibbs-Powell House for allowing us to film the award winning film, “Crackerjack” there.

    *Need help Saturday!! Contact Katie Stephens for more information! (look on Raven Films Facebook Group)

XII. SHSU “Call Me Maybe” response video

    *Going to parody “Gangnam Style” using all the groups on campus who were not used in the “Call me maybe” video.

Hope to see you next week!
Peace, Love, Raven ;)

The Grey (...black, and white)

        If you missed today's meeting, no worries, here are all the notes you need to catch up! Much of it is old business, however, there are some new, and exciting announcements, and some notes from a guest, and esteemed speaker and Raven Films fan, Tom Garrett! Did I mention Liam Neeson is a topic in today's notes? No? Well I am now ;)
Take a read!

9/18/12

Mins.: 52
Began: 5:06
Ended: 5:58

Second Meeting of Raven Films

 

I.      Dues-still due Oct. 2^nd. $30-includes shirt.

II.    Popcorn Wednesdays!!!-Come by and support Raven Films by buying popcorn for $1! Tell your friends, join the Facebook page!

III.  Tom Garrett-Guest Speaker

·         ”You guys definitely represent the Film Program.”

·         Friends with Dr. Jean Bodon who taught him for 15 years. Learned film is a business of networking.

·         Overview: Tom Garrett spoke about his time working as a student at NYU, taking on film projects for class, as well as for his portfolio (from PSA’s to Commercials, etc.). He also spoke about working with John Mclaughlin, writer of the film “Black Swan.” Garrett mentioned how going to the Cannes Film Festival opened his eyes better to the world of film.

·         “This business is just kind of being available, being ready…”

·         “What you guys can do for nothing…blows away what we could do…”

IV.    Demand It!-Huntsville has been entered in a contest where the winners will not only be able to view an advanced screening of the new “Taken 2,” but the viewing will be attended by Liam Neeson!!!

*Current lead is Boston metro area with 108 people!

*Share to Facebook friends, family, everyone!!

Ends in one week! Spread the word!!

V.      Speaker Series- Not only interesting experience to learn about, but opens doors!!

*First Speaker of the Speaker Series-Susan Kirr offered internship which has been taken, and turned into paid job.

*Next speakers in series- Vince Gilligan, Martha Coolidge, and Shane Black.

*Any suggestions? Tell us who you would like to see at the next Speaker Series.

VI.  OPEN AUDITIONS- 9/27, Thursday 6-9. Cold Reads. Not just for Theater majors! PAC (Performing Arts

 VII Raven Films is looking for scripts!!! Must be 3-7 pages, meet the following credentials, and must be willing to be re-edited.

*If you do not know script/film script format, download Celtx for free!!

 

VIII.      Organization Homecoming Spirit Competition-There is good chance Raven Films will be participating in the campus organization competition consisting of a Banner Competition, Rally, Parade Float/Car, T-Shirt, Video, and Homecoming Game competition.

 IX Public Relations Committee-Raven Films is in great need of help with Public Relations, and is looking for people who are willing to help!

     *No experience is needed.

     *PR future Work- Websites, Facebook, Twitter accounts, Flyer’s, Press Releases, etc.

     * Will meet Tuesdays 2-4 p.m. (Mass email or text will be sent to find out all members’ schedules to find specific date)

 X. Raven 101-Workshop series where Raven leaders will be teaching parts of film.

     *Tonight’s workshop- Directing (taught by Gerald M.)

     *If interested in acting, attend workshop!

     *Future workshops- Producing, Writing, Lighting, etc.

 

Hope you got enough information and are just as excited as we are ;)

See you next meeting. Peace, Love, Raven!

Inception (a.k.a) The First meeting of Raven Films of 2012

The following list is the notes from the First meeting of Raven Films! For those of you who are new to our little masterpiece, welcome! And for those of you returning, welcome back! ;)
        If you missed the Inception of Raven Films of 2012, or are looking to read what we'll be up to this year, feel free to look at the notes and leave comments or questions!
      

9/11/12

MINS: 50

Start: 5:03

Stop: 6:53

First Raven Films Meeting!!!!

 

I.      Promo shown

 

II.    Introductions

President & Former President/History of Raven Films

Tom Garret

Introduction of officers

Ryan H.-Current President

Robin C.-Vice President (Current)

Peter T.- Treasurer (Current)

David _.- Public Relations

Fariha A.- Historian

Shelby M.- Secretary

 

III.  Dues $30= Raven shirt. Due Oct. 2^nd

 

IV.    Popcorn Wednesdays- $1 for bag; Need help! 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

 

V.      48 Hour Film Project- “Crackerjack” Winner. Showing of “Crackerjack”

 

VI.    One Minute Films-Each person (who is interested) can make a one minute short film, in which they write, storyboard, direct, produce, etc.

 

*Matt Stepan- in charge.

 

VII.  Committees- Three: Public Relations (led by David), Festival (led by Fariha), Distribution.

 

*Sam explains Speaker Series and the committees’ roles

VIII.   Speaker Series- Guest speakers who are prominent in the filmmaking world.

Sept. 29^th: Internship 11p.m.-11a.m in Austin

Future Speakers- Vince Gilligan, Martha Coolidge, Shane Black

*Taking requests for guest speakers.

IX.  Film series- (possibly) Old Town Theater

X. 24 & 48 hour Film Projects-(This Semester)

     *Best way to learn about film (Hands-on)

XI. 48 Hour Music Project- Director: Ashley S.

*Instead of short, make music video.

*Still hiring Crew!!

*Coming up, Nov. 9^th

 

XII. Workshops-Throughout semester, hands-on filmmaking workshops offered.

     *Tonight: 6:15 in PAC- Cinematography

     *Future Workshops: Directing, Writing, Editing, Lighting, etc.

*Showed MY30 video for Dana Gibson

     Ends: Sept. 16^th

 

 See you soon. Peace, Love, Raven ;)

 

SEMESTER PRODUCTION SCHEDULE

Opera Incognito
Filming every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3-6pm
From Feb 22nd-March 9th
Director: Samuel Sanchez Jr.

Challenge Films/Music Shorts
Challenge Film Directors--Ryan Haberern (ryan_haberen@yahoo.com), Stephan Little (snl008@shsu.edu)
Music Short Directors--Adrienne Whitaker/Summer Fleury (amw054@shsu.edu)
Peter Ton/David Cullen (pnt003@shsu.edu, djc015@shsu.edu)

Sat. Feb. 18--
Challenge film scripts due. MUST be emailed to directors and officer board
Tues. Feb 21--
Preliminary pre-production due (shot list, template schedule, crew list)
Auditions for challenge films
Music choices for music short directors
Sat. Feb 25--
Challenge Film 1 Shoot (Ryan, writing team 1)
Music short scripts due. Must be emailed to officer board.
Tues. Feb 28--
Music pre-production due (shot list, template schedule, crew list)
Challenge Film A Shoot (Stephan, writing team A)
Sun. March 4--
Music short 1 shoot (David/Peter)
Tues. March 6--
Music short 2 shoot (Adrienne/Summer)

April 9 is the editing deadline for ALL projects. Festival screening is on April 13, 14.

Currently slated for editing: Alex M., Laura, Stephan, Summer, Robin, Oscar, Jerat, David.
Editors need to email compouter specs to the officers ASAP.

Minutes - 2/7/12

5:06 - Meeting starts.

5:06 - Kendall Scudder talks about Bearkat All Paws In. It's the 1st Saturday in March where groups dedicate a day doing community service around the city. Discussion about Raven coming out and filming/photographing/etc.

5:13 - Raven Films has an official office on campus now. Once the paperwork clears, we'll be in 328 in the Dan Rather Building.

5:16 - Ashley talks a bit about the proposal and asks if we have anything else to say about what film means to us. Awkward silence occurs.

5:18 - We're looking for visual artists. If you are one, talk to Robin.

5:19 - If you're not part of the Facebook group, please make sure you are. There's a lot of group communication that takes place through Facebook, so you need to check it regularly.

5:20 - Sam is doing readings for the opera Thursday from 5-6 in PAC. Casting 3 parts exclusively to Raven Films people. Do not have to sing. Filming schedule will be on select MWF days from 3-6.

5:22 - Sam is also looking for sound/lighting/etc crew for opera project.

5:23 - Hoodie money due today. Dues are due next week.

5:28 - We're still looking for prospective directors for projects. Talk to Sam ASAP if you're interested. We have 4 short projects we're doing, and primary filming will be done in meetings. Development work will be done outside meetings however. There are two music pieces and two film challenges, where a team writes a short script around an idea given by the officers.

5:31 - We also need writers for the writing teams. If you're a writer, you can't direct one of the film challenges.

5:40 - Editingpalooza is this weekend.

5:47 - Writing teams picked.

5:48 - As part of the festival, we're doing script readings. If you have a short script or want to write one, we have available spots. Try to have them in by March 26-30.

Minutes - 1/31/12

5:04 - Meeting starts.

5:04 - Gerald talks about hoodies, $25 each. Deadline is next week.

5:06 - Dues are due in two weeks. (Feb. 14)

5:08 - We have the LSC theater booked for two days and the art gallery booked the whole week for the festival.

5:09 - Cultural movies being shown this week in LSC theater. Tonight is Memoirs of a Geisha. We are going tonight.

5:11 - We're dropping the Aramark project. It's not in our best interest to keep it going, as we don't have time. We need to focus on our editing backlog, especially with the festival coming up.

5:14 - Editingpalooza is next weekend (10th - 12th). If you are interested in learning editing, be there.

5:17 - Sam is looking for people to help film the opera.

5:19 - Next week we're getting a collection of music from Ars Perpetua to film a movie around.

5:22 - Bearkat All Paws In is coming up. Laura suggests we see if we can help out either by filming or volunteering.

5:23 - We're preparing for the budget proposal. We have some potential spaces available for a permanent location to keep any equipment we'd buy with school funds.

5:25 - Meeting adjourned. Night of the Raven, we're discussing the proposal video.