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 ;)
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9/18/12

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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!