Update season has begun for the 2008 edition of the LA 411 printed directory, and a new update system has been instated for making corrections to your listing.

If you haven’t already done so, log on to www.LA411.com and find your listing. If all is correct, then  send us an email at 411update@411publishing.com saying “no changes,” making sure to include the name that is on your listing. If you need a simple correction to your listing, e.g. a phone number change, then click “update listing” and follow the instructions therein.

Note that certain changes, such as those for descriptions, are subject to editorial review and revision. Not all requests will be accepted. Since the deadline has already passed, there is no guarantee that changes will be reflected in the print edition, but that changes will appear online upon approval.

This update pertains to your basic free listing information only. To make changes to any enhanced listing info or online ads, please notify your sales rep.

For more details, see the LA 411 FAQ.

LAEDC says a strike, either real or de facto, will likely affect Los Angeles economy.

Talks on hold while AMPTP wraps up other labor negotiations

LAUSD raises fees, changes parking rules, according to announcement through Film LA.

AFTRA-backed bill prohibits "noncompete" and "right of first refusal" provisions from broadcast employee contracts.

AFTRA and IATSE announced July 25 that they will be working more closely together but that, despite rumors, they had no plans to merge.

411 Publishing has announced the appointment of Steve Atinsky as senior editor of the 411 Publishing Group. Atinsky will be responsible for print directories, LA 411 and New York 411, as well as Web properties LA411.com and NewYork411.com. 

Film Finance Seminar promises rundown of breaks for productions

Atlas Information will present a seminar on how to find the best tax credit for productions both here and abroad. The Tax Based Film Financing Seminar will cover the basics of film incentives, as well as which states offer the best deals. The seminar will take place Sept. 18-19 at the Intercontinental Hotel in Los Angeles. For more information visit http://www.atlasinform.com/FilmFinance/index.htm.

AMPAS to present weeklong tribute to Oscar-winning centenarian composer starting Aug. 17.

It's Slamdance submission time again. Fledgling showrunners can apply for Film Independant's Producer's Lab. IFP is accepting apps for its Rough Cut Labs. Also, submit your projects to Tiburon, Big Apple and Big Bang festivals.