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THIS ISSUE's SPOTLIGHT on:
"Spotlight on Domestic Production Incentives "
Issue 18
February 2005
     


By Miranda Taylor

Reeling in Runaway Production One Tax Incentive at a Time

Once the most frightening phrase for U.S. film and television production companies and crew members, “runaway production” is certainly losing some of its might. Federal tax incentive legislation such as the Jobs Creation Act has helped muffle the runaway monster’s growl. Across the country in states such as New York, Louisiana, Hawaii, Illinois, New Mexico, Florida and Mississippi, incentives to keep production in the U.S. are steadily increasing.

 


Gary Sinise and Eddie Cahill, the stars of CSI: New York, shooting in Brooklyn Bridge Park.
photo credit: Catherine K. Whyte / Mayor's Office of Film, Theatre & Broadcasting

     
The American Society of Cinematographers, DGA, & Visual Effects Society Nomination Roundup

There isn’t a weekend, or weekday for that matter, in February that isn’t dedicated to an award show, dinner or luncheon, and movie stars aren’t the only people attracting accolade attention. Those behind the camera who inspire outstanding performances, bring a story to life with a their own palette of atmospheric color, or create complicated and stunning visual effects will also be honored during this busy award season.

     
Online Sales Representative Job Opening at 411

With the recent launch of our exciting new platform of Web sites, 411 is looking for a seasoned, energetic online sales representative for our Los Angeles, New York and High Def markets. We’re looking for someone with a history of phenomenal online sales success who is as excited as we are about our new Web sites and ready to leverage the power of our redesign. Based in our Los Angeles office, the position is available immediately.

Apply online at www.reedbusiness.apply2jobs.com and reference job ID# 300574.

     
Casting Directors Turn Down AMPTP's Benefits Offer

Casting directors want access to benefits like health insurance, pension plans and timely pay and insist they are entitled to the same right to be protected as any other member of a film or television crew. The Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP), on the other hand, contends casting directors are independent contractors and as such will be breaking contract laws if they attempt to strike.

     
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Tsunami Relief

 We here at 411 would like to express our sadness for the tragic loss of life in the wake of the Southeast Asian Tsunami. If you'd like to help with the Tsunami relief efforts in Southeast Asia, here are some agencies now accepting donations.

 

Red Cross
Unicef
Care
Direct Relief International
Goal
Habitat for Humanity
Karuna Trust
Network for Good
Oxfam
Salvation Army
Sarvodaya
Save the Children
World Food Program
World Vision International

 

     
Prop Rental House Retro Gallery Moves to New Building

Retro Gallery Los Angeles has moved to their new building located at 1100 South La Brea, 2 blocks south of Olympic. In addition to the move, the Retro Gallery collection has increased by more than 11,00 additional European and American pieces.

Please contact Ara at (323) 936-5261 for more information.

 
     
 

 
Palm Springs Jewish International Film Festival,
February 1

Camelot Theatres, Palm Springs, CA.


Writers Studio
February 3 - 1

UCLA, Westwood, Los Angeles.


ASIFA International Animation Festival Winners Screenings
February 5

Screening Location TBA.
www.asifa-hollywood.org

Screen Actors Guild Awards
February 5

Los Angeles Shrine Exposition Center, Los Angeles, CA.
www.sagawards.com

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Present the 77th Annual Scientific & Technical Awards
February 7 - 9

Regent Beverly Wilshire, Beverly Hills, CA.
www.oscars.org


 
Job Postings

Update 411 readers can learn more about the following positions and many more at VarietyCareers.com. Change your life free of charge. Find your next job today!


Pilgrims 7 Corporation
Line Producer
New York, NY
Job Description: Pilgrims 7 Corporation, an indie film production company, is seeking a line producer for a 2005 feature film project.  Scheduled to start pre-production May 2nd, 2005 in New York City. Director is Matthew Levin, Casting is Judy Henderson and Screenwriter/Executive Producer is Catherine May Levin…
http://variety.careercast.com/texis/jobsearch/details.html?id=41d99adc494a0 

MTV Netorks
Producer/Editor
New York, NY
Job Description: The Producer's primary function is to conceptualize, produce and execute broadcast quality short form video and animation projects. You will be involved in all aspects of the production, from brainstorming to client presentation including technical execution. Produce, direct, animate and edit video projects including off-air promotions, marketing and sales tapes and videos for MTVN executives and corporate events. Design and create broadcast quality graphic animations…
http://variety.careercast.com/texis/jobsearch/details.html?id=41f1596f494220

Turner Broadcasting
Lighting Director
Los Angeles, CA
Job Description: Design, direct and manage lighting needs for CNN Los Angeles bureau and Larry King Live. Install and maintain lighting equipment for the Western Region. Work closely with Production staff, Sr. Lighting Director, Design Directors, and Engineering Department to assure highest possible visual image quality and state-of-the-art look and presentation…
http://variety.careercast.com/texis/jobsearch/details.html?id=41f15aa2494b0

HBO
Feature Producer
New York, NY
Job Description:
•      For boxing: Produce features, segments, teases, documentaries and other pieces or stories from start to finish for air.
•      Work as Associate Director on the road, in charge of all taped elements during live boxing events.
•      Responsible for generating and researching content and ideas.
•      Conceive, plan and execute production of features…
http://variety.careercast.com/texis/jobsearch/details.html?id=41f15be9494c0

Dreamworks
Production Engineer
Redwood City, CA (San Francisco Bay Area)
Job Description:
•     Animation production software and pipeline architect/developer  
•     Integration and advanced support specialist for Maya into PDI/Dreamworks environment and pipeline  
•     Responsible for design, multi-application systems and software/hardware integration projects
•     Interface with animators and technical directors as a first line of involvement to solve production issues…
http://variety.careercast.com/texis/jobsearch/details.html?id=41f15c52494a0

Warner Brothers Entertainment Group
Video Editor
Burbank, CA
Job Description: Warner Bros. International Television Distribution Inc. seeks a Video Editor for the Int’l TV Dist-Mktg & Research department. Position conceptualizes and translates product brand positioning(s) into high profile image & promotion…
http://variety.careercast.com/texis/jobsearch/details.html?id=41f15cfa494c0

     
 




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