Monday, November 30, 2009

Film Screening -

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Friday, November 13, 2009

Dallas Selected for New TV Series -

"Jack and Dan" from Fox TV Studios
Series to Air on FOX

DALLAS – Fox Television Studios has selected Dallas to be the location for Jack and Dan, its new one-hour, action/comedy series to air on FOX. Created by Matt Nix (Burn Notice) who is executive-producing along with Mikkel Bondesen, Jack and Dan will be set in Dallas and filmed at locations throughout the city. Fox Television Studios’ production offices for the series also will be based in Dallas.

"Hollywood is catching on that Dallas has a lot to offer including incentives, an affordable economy, mild climate, interesting architecture and skyline, and a welcoming attitude towards their creative efforts," said Mayor Tom Leppert.

Bradley Whitford (West Wing) will star alongside Colin Hanks (Mad Men, Roswell). Hanks will play "Jack," a by-the-book police detective who is partnered with the wild-card cop "Dan," played by Whitford. The series will air on FOX (Channel 4 locally).

This was a hard-fought win for Dallas, with the city of Atlanta its primary competition (Georgia’s incentive program provides for a 30% tax credit, nearly double Texas’ program).

Bob Lemchen, senior vice president, production, Fox TV Studios, said, "Creatively, Dallas offered us terrific shooting locations, as well as a great crew base. The city also extended itself to us with enormous hospitality and commitment to making it all work. So for us, Dallas is simply a great place to shoot."

Jack and Dan has been picked up by FOX for 13 episodes and is expected to shoot 96 days total in its first season. The show will have a significant financial impact on the city and create many jobs for crew, actors, extras and vendors during the course of production. The producers are currently interviewing crew and looking for office space. Pre-production will begin immediately with shooting set to begin in January.

Dallas Film Commission - 325 N. St. Paul St. Suite 700 - Dallas TX 75201 - 214.571.1050 - www.filmdfw.com

Thursday, October 29, 2009

DPA Meeting @ AiDallas -


Dallas Producers Association
November 2009 Meeting -
MEMBER'S SHOWCASE

It is time again for our bi-annual showcase of some of the best production work in the nation produced by the talented members of the Dallas Producers Association. The Member's Showcase meeting will be on Tuesday night, November 3 at The Art Institute of Dallas.

WHEN:
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
6pm to 7pm – Networking & Refreshments
7pm to 9pm - Program

WHERE:
8th floor of The Art Institute of Dallas
DPA Members - FREE
Guests - $15
FREE For AiD Students! (Bring your ID)
Great opportunity to network in your field
– especially if you want to be a producer

Friday, October 16, 2009

An Evening with Kevin Smith -

This show is a lecture & Q&A, not a comedy show.

Saturday, November 7, 2009
Doors: 7:00 PM
Show: 8:00 PM

House of Blues Dallas
White Swan Building
Dallas, TX 75202
(214) 978-BLUE (2583)

Prices:
$50.00 - General Admission Standing Room
$75.00 - Lower Balcony - includes Meet & Greet


For more about Kevin Smith click his name.

Thursday, October 15, 2009

Production Accounting Workshop

Production Accounting Workshop
Saturday, November 14, 2009, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Studio Movie Grill, Dallas (Royal/75)

WHAT IS A PRODUCTION ACCOUNT CLERK?
A Production Accounting Clerk supports each member of the Accounting team with clerical tasks, such as filing, copying, scanning, and data entry. The department processes large volumes of important and confidential paperwork; therefore the clerk's role is vital in keeping this paperwork organized and circulating. An accounting clerk should be able to multi-task; work well under pressure; be detail-oriented; and have proficiency in math and preparation of spreadsheets.

ABOUT THE WORKSHOP
The Production Accounting Clerk Workshop is a one-day course, taught by industry professionals, that gives you the skills needed to hit the ground running to find work as an accounting clerk. Participants are taught details of the responsibilities of each member of the accounting staff. In all, participants learn the skills needed for these positions including production terminology, how to read a budget, and how to handle various types of expenses including accounts payable, petty cash and purchase orders.

WORKSHOP BENEFITS
The Workshop is designed to introduce the participants to a Production Accountant who can direct them to resources for finding employment. Participants who complete the training will have learned the nuts and bolts of Production Accounting and the tools needed to build such a career. Upon completing the Workshop, participants receive a Production Accounting Clerk Training Certification from the Texas Film Commission, which can be included on a résumé, and a listing in the Texas Production Directory.

REQUIREMENTS TO REGISTER
• Registrants must have either practical experience doing bookkeeping or some undergraduate course work in accounting.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• A legal resident of Texas.
• Have a valid Texas Driver's License or Texas I.D. Card.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S.
• Must bring a small calculator with you to the Workshop.

HOW TO REGISTER
The cost for the Workshop is $50. To register, click here to go to the Texas Film Commission web site. Once you fill out the online registration form, you will receive a follow up email with payment instructions. The workshop will be held Saturday, November 14, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Studio Movie Grill (11170 N. Central Expressway, Dallas, TX 75243). Limited space is available. Late attendees will not be admitted.

FOR MORE INFORMATION
For more information about this Workshop, please contactl Kate Cadenhead, Workforce Training Administrator, Texas Film Commission, at 512-463-9200. For a schedule of other Workshops, go to the Texas Film Commission Web site. Cost varies by location. Limited spaces available. Participation is offered on a first come, first served basis.


Submitted by Dutchie Reid

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Newsroom Workshop -


Make plans to head to SMU for the Southwest Broadcast Newsroom Workshop. The day-long event includes group and concurrent sessions on a variety of topics for broadcast newsroom personnel.

Date: Saturday, October 24, 2009
Time: 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
Location: Umphrey Lee Center, 3300 Dyer St. – Southern Methodist University
Registration: $50/professional; $20/student (includes a boxed lunch)

More information:
http://www.tab.org/news-and-events/events/2009/09/14/news-workshop/

Full Schedule:
http://www.tab.org/member-services/news-workshop/
Submitted by: Dustin Smith

Wednesday, October 7, 2009

$10K in Cash and Prizes Awarded -

Click on the image to get all the details!