FITC Media Job NewsWire, Audition Opportunities, Film Festivals, Screenplay Competitions and Internships

CASTING WALL STREET MEN FOR NEW REALITY SHOW

Do you work on the trading floor of the NYSE? Are you a work hard/play hard kind of guy? Do you and your friends from work go out together after hours? If so, we want to hear from you. We're seeking some dynamic characters for a new cable series on the real-life stories of traders. We are looking for men (Ages 25-45) who have tons of personality, passion for their career and a group of friends from work that they work hard and play hard with. If interested e-mail us at pamela@rocketpics.com with the following information:

* Photo
* Name and age
* Job title, your company, how long you've worked on Wall Street
* Your story about why we should pick you.

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CASTING FOR A SHORT INDEPENDENT FILM

Casting for short independent film about promiscuous young women in today’s generation of AIDS. Seeking: * Linda: Mature, conservative social worker type ages 35 to 50
* Kevin: Simone' s boyfriend ages 20 to 30
* Male doctor: ages 25 to 35
* Medical assistant: Female ages 25 to 35
* Three male lovers: ages 20 to 30
E-mail resume or note with headshots (in jpg format) actors_4_short@yahoo.com. Compensation: acting credit, copy of production.

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LOST TOUCH WITH SOMEONE FROM YOUR PAST?

Do you need to send a message to someone? Let us help you send it. Is there someone you are unable to locate that you desperately need to find? Let us find them for you. Maybe there is someone you’ve wronged in the past and you’d like to set the record straight. Perhaps you need something from someone’s forgiveness, acceptance, hope and you don’t know how to ask. Or maybe there is someone that you owe your life to and that person doesn’t even know it. A new television series aims to unite people through messages of forgiveness, thanks, love, and sorrow. We invite anyone who is trying to deliver a compelling message to participate. If you have an amazing true story and a message to pass on, contact us. E-mail: scarney@filmgarden.net

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SEEKING ACTRESS

Feature film seeks actress for film to be shot at the end of the summer. Age range: 28-36. Medium/average build (5’3” and up). Must be physically able to live a week in the Nevada desert without major health problems. Some of the hands-on technical and logistical responsibilities will be shared. Be prepared to participate in driving across country and holding a boom. Payment is on a lo/no/deferred basis. Non-Union. Apply to: E.J. Mulgrew, 225 Overbrook Road, Baltimore, MD 21212

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NEED ACTRESSES FOR HORROR FILM

Seeking actresses for feature film “Cripple Creek” for three weeks this summer. Non-Union. Payment is lo/no/deferred. Send headshot and resume to: Elle Jones, Casting for Horror Pic, H2Films P.O. Box 271 Mystic, CT 06355. http://www.crippledcreekthemovie.com

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SEEKING STUNNER

London-based Ironopolis Film Company Ltd. seeks stunning, busty mature female, convincing acting skills for feature “Six Bend Trap.” Non-Equity. Role will be of a sexual nature. Starts Sept. 20 for four weeks. Web: http://www.ironopolisfilms.com. Apply to: Donna Sinclair on web site.

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CASTING FOR FEATURE FILM

Casting lead female for a paying, non-union Canadian Film project, “11 Days With Ivan.” Synopsis: A reclusive, schizophrenic male artist is invigorated, seduced, manipulated, and betrayed by a boisterous old American friend and his mysterious new European wife. Sienna (Lead Female) is an alluring, beautiful, intelligent and refined woman combining a wild, adventurous spirit with a dedicated, humane charm. She abhors being the target of male gaze yet basks in the light of delicate glamour. Requires brief moments of nudity. E-mail: mail@borderlinefilms.net. See http://borderlinefilms.net/11days.htm

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EDITOR

Bluefish Films has just wrapped shooting their first feature film, "Cove Road." This labor of love was shot on MiniDV with the Panasonic VX100A. Seeking experienced editor to join our team. Lo/No Pay. Apply To: Jonathan Keogh, E-mail: AzraelAndLoki@aol.com

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POST SOUND MIXER

Need Post Sound Mixer for Super 16 30-minute film. Project is nearing completion and will be mastered onto Digibeta. No pay. Credits and copies only. Great opportunity to build up demo reel/resume. Film is supported by Singapore Film Commission. Apply To: Daniel Tan, dushifilm@gmail.com

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VIDEOGRAPHER/EDITOR

Seek full-time Videographer/Editor for Georgia Tech Alumni Association in Atlanta, GA. Need someone with minimum of 2-3 years experience. Must be flexible, open to changing technology in all aspects of video production. Must be willing to travel, assist in training. Responsibilities: Video camera operation; lighting for single camera shoot; signal routing and tape duplication; non-linear video editing; DVD authoring and duplication; video compression for the Web. Qualifications: Media-related degree or comparable experience in the field; must be proficient with both Apple (OS1X) and PC (XP) computers; adept with Adobe Photoshop, Final Cut Pro HD; Adobe’s After Effects; DVD Studio Pro; Discreet Cleaner and Flash. E-mail resume, cover letter of interest to hr@gtalumni.org.

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GAY-THEMED FEATURE SEEKS CREW

"Coffee Date" a gay-themed comedy staring Academy Award nominee Sally Kirkland seeks crew for August shoot. Need Line Producer, Location Manager, 1st AD, 2nd AD, PA's and interns. Low pay, but plenty of fun! See http://www.coffeedatethemovie.com and e-mail resumes to Cindy Peters at aliasmoll@yahoo.com, with OTF in the heading.

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SEEK BIZ PARTNER FOR INDIE PROD/TALENT MGMT COMPANY

Pair of biz partners looking for passionate, creative gay voice to join us. We are a two-year-old company committed to getting bigger and better. Our first feature in pre-production now with an October start. Producing, writing, directing or talent management experience preferred. E-mail: Secpenpub@yahoo.com
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CAST & CREW NEEDED FOR MICRO-BUDGET HORROR FILM

Dark Alley Films is slated to start production on several micro-budgeted horror films beginning Aug.15. Seek talent in the L.A. area for these mostly non-union films. Also need crew willing to work for little-no pay for 2 week, local shoots. Food/transportation/expenses covered. This is a funded, start-up company, so as budgets grow and positions become available, people will be compensated. See http://www.darkalleyfilms.com/ for more info. Send headshots, resumes to: DAFsubmission@yahoo.com __________________________________________________
CREW CALL FOR COLUMBIA GRAD SHORT

Columbia grad school film students seeks crew for 12-minute short. No pay, but you will work with good actors and have a good filming experience. "Miso Love" is a tale of love, mutual probing and the sauce that brings them all together. Seek AD, gaffer (experienced), sound and PA. E-mail Yang at wy2113@columbia.edu.
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VIDEO ENCODER/EDITOR (FREELANCE)

Encode audio and video content for comedycentral.com and other digital/wireless platforms. Duties include digitizing video, basic editing, and outputting in a variety of formats (windows media, mpeg, and Quicktime), audio editing and outputting to various formats (mp3, wav, and AIFF). Work closely with video producers and web project managers in selecting clips for use on comedycentral.com. Must have at least two years experience in encoding and editing digital video. Primarily an encoding position with some editing required. Knowledge of the following a must:

* Digital video formats, codecs and knowledge of converting and compressing files.
* Final Cut Pro, Photoshop and Media Cleaner.
* Digital audio formats and basic knowledge of audio post-production/mixing.
* Current trends in streaming and other digital media practices including recent developments in Flash video streaming, Windows Media, MPEG, and Quicktime.

Knowledge of the following a plus:

* Avid, Compression Master, Anystream, Flip Factory, Flash, ProTools, DVD, Studio Pro
* Video Field Production
* Familiarity with Comedy Central programs.

Reply to rich.sullivan@comedycentral.com.

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VIDEO INSTRUCTORS WANTED IN INDIA

Filmmaking and video training opportunity through Video Volunteers. Spend 2 months teaching video production to activists working in Bhopal, India, site of the world's worst gas disaster. Project Summary: Health activists in Bhopal will be taught to produce videos as a tool in community organizing. Bhopal site of the 1984 Union Carbide Disaster that has caused the deaths of more than 20,000 people has some of the world's highest incidences of TB and other diseases related to the ground water contamination. Video is the ideal method to convey health information and messages to the victims. About Video Volunteers: Video Volunteers promotes the use of video as a tool in poverty alleviation and social change. We match filmmakers with NGOs for short collaborations, during which advocacy videos are produced, and training is imparted to the NGOs. http://www.videovolunteers.org. Project Support: The Sambhavna Trust will provide room, board and local transportation to the volunteer during the course of the training. They will provide all the video equipment necessary for the training component. Video Volunteers will provide training materials, guidance on ensuring the project's sustainability, and support (via email and phone) before, during and after the program. Volunteers are responsible for covering travel to Bhopal, and are urged to access a video camera and/or editing laptop for their own documentation. Send e-mail to info@videovolunteers.org.

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INTERNSHIP - GRANADA ENTERTAINMENT

One-two interns wanted for documentary series “The First 48” for A&E Network and Granada Television Production Company. Great opportunity for someone eager to learn production side of documentary TV. Internship will be about three months with commitment of 2-3 days a week. Need someone to help field producers with logging and delivering tapes, acquiring releases, etc. Must have interest in documentary TV, valid driver’s license and car. Added plus if interns know how to shoot a DV camera or want to learn. Must be able to receive school credit for this internship: no exceptions. May be small stipend, depending on performance. See http://www.aetv.com/tv/shows/first48/ for more info. E-mail to: first48AZ@hotmail.com

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TV TRAINING PROGRAM FOX

Television Stations, FOX 5/WNYW & UPN 9/WWOR offers a six month training program for College Graduates interested in obtaining experience in various fields of TV broadcasting. Program is offered in following departments:

* Programming
* Production
* Sales
* Traffic
* Newsroom/News Library/Research
* "Good Day New York"
* Finance - currently available No previous broadcast work experience required.

The Training Program offers:

* Hands on training with experts in the various fields of broadcasting.
* Access to staff employment opportunities pending availability and qualifications.
* Six months of employment which includes a full work week of 37 1/2 hours at $6 per hour.

Must fill Finance Trainee position ASAP so e-mail resumes to RBarr159@foxtv.com.

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SEEKING VOLUNTEERS FOR DOC PROJECT

I am shooting short videos for an upstart website that will launch in 6 - 9 months. It's being created as a global support network where people from all over the world can go to watch video clips of other people telling stories about things they have overcome in their lives. Any NYC-based shooters interested in sharing a story, contact Jennifer at punkmouse@reflexiv.com

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EDITING INTERN

The Animation Design Center seeks Supervising Editor Intern. No pay. Candidate should have knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro, PC work system (not Mac) w/fire wire. No prior professional experience needed. Ideal for students or people looking for editing experience. Would be responsible for digitizing shoot footage, creating rough cuts, adding sound/music, and giving footage an overall visual style. Send resume in body of e-mail (no attachments). Links to personal sites permitted. California applicants only. Position requires a minimum two day a week commitment for two months. Apply to: Andres Isaac Alvarez, intern@animationdesigncenter.com

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PRODUCTION INTERNS

Lo/No Pay. Starts: ASAP-ongoing (300 hours). The internship will be a division of Fig Media at the Wright Institute of Exceptional Living in downtown Chicago. Interns will be working on a variety of educational projects including live multiple camera shoots in a small production setting, short promotional pieces, editing, and some design/web. Final Cut Pro experience preferred but not mandatory. Internship is 300 hours, with 15 hours/week minimum. Must be available for Friday meetings. Applicants with a car and a laptop will be picked first. We except students and non-students who want a valuable learning experience and limitless opportunities. Send cover letter, resume and 5 career goals to Tim Musho, timothy_musho@yahoo.com. For more info about Fig Media and the Wright Institute see http://www.figmediainc.com and wrightliving.com.

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BIG SKY DOCUMENTARY FILM FESTIVAL SEEKS DIRECTOR

The Big Sky Documentary Film Festival seeks Festival Director. Duties include planning, promoting, and facilitating the annual event (Feb. 16-22), coordinating sponsorships, grant writing and other fundraising activities, supervising volunteers, and handling administrative tasks. Must be available to begin work in Missoula, Montana no later Sept. 1. Full-time, year-round position with a seven-month initial commitment. Knowledge of the documentary film and video industry helpful. Salary $18-24k (plus benefits) depending on experience. E-mail resume and cover letter to bigsky@highplainsfilms.org. No phone calls or applications by mail.

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DOCUCLUB DOCUMENTARY ROUGH CUT CALL FOR ENTRIES DEADLINE: AUGUST 8

DocuClub's In-the-Works program offers filmmakers a safe environment to screen a rough-cut of their documentaries before an audience of their peers and lovers of the form. The audience is encouraged to give constructive feedback about the structure, content, characters and clarity of the film in a post-screening discussion facilitated by an experienced filmmaker. A cheese and wine reception will follow to give everyone a chance to network. Previous films that have recently screened at our In-the-Works program through DocuClub include Academy Award-winner "Born into Brothels" by Zana Briski & Ross Kauffman and "The Boys of Baraka" directed by Heidi Ewing & Rachel Grady which won the Audience Award at the SilverDocs: AFI/Discovery Channel Documentary Festival. Submission requirements can be found on our website at http://docuclub.org/filmdirectory/submissions.html. Contact: Program Director David Nugent at mail@docuclub.org or call 212-582-3055.

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2005 AUSTIN FILM FESTIVAL TRAILER COMPETITION

Seeking trailers that promote/advertise the Austin Film Festival. No longer than 1.5 minutes. Trailer can be funny, serious, animated, an homage, a spoof, a respectful commemorative, etc. Above all, it should be entertaining and fun! Trailer content must be suitable for general audiences. Have your trailer viewed by 4,000 people. Submission deadline: must be postmarked by Aug. 12. E-mail: trailer@austinfilmfestival.com. Call: 800-310-FEST. Rules and Entry Form: http://www.austinfilmfestival.com Sponsored by American Airlines.

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MERCURIO TEACHING SCREENWRITING ALBUQUERQUE, NM, JULY 23

Jim Mercurio, script consultant and writer for Creative Screenwriting Magazine, synthesizes screenwriting paradigms from the fluffiest to the heaviest into a cohesive approach for anyone with a current screenplay or idea. He will discuss story, story structure, writing scenes, dilemma, subplots as well as incorporate one of the most popular seminars from the Screenwriting Expo, Killer Endings. $125.00 in advance, $150.00 day of event. Discount for students/teachers. RSVP: info@nmscreenwriters.com. Web: http://www.nmscreenwriters.com

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CALL FOR ENTRIES: CALIFORNIA INDEPENDENT FILM FESTIVAL

The California Independent Film Festival is accepting submissions for the 2005 Festival. All entries must be postmarked on or before July 31. 10% Discount for FAF Members is available (Include copy of membership card with entry form). Screenings begin Oct. 26-30 in the scenic Livermore Valley wine country. Contact info: Derek Zemrak, Festival Chair 925-552-REEL (7335) 925-552-8188 (Fax) e-mail: info@CaIndieFest.com. http://www.caindiefest.com/submit.htm

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4TH ANNUAL URBAN MEDIAMAKERS FILM FESTIVAL OCT. 14-16

Seek independent projects of all genres: shorts, features, music videos, and documentaries. Music video and short film competition for cash and prizes. Entry deadline: Sept. 1. Submission fee is $10 per project. Download submission form and mail to: Urban Mediamakers Film Festival (UMFF) 2005, 1353 Riverstone Parkway, PMB 315, Suite 120, Canton, Georgia 30114. VHS and DVD accepted. If DVD, you MUST include VHS copy. Selected filmmakers will receive full-festival passes. Info: 404-460-2793 or e-mail at umff2005@yahoo.com. http://www.urbanmediamakers.com

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PRIZED PIECES INTERNATIONAL FILM AND VIDEO FESTIVAL, OCT. 7-10

The National Black Programming Consortium annual festival, Prized Pieces International Film and Video Festival, showcases films from around the world that address issues of human rights and social justice from uniquely Black perspective. This year, the festival takes place on Columbus-Day weekend, Oct. 7-10 at the historic Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture in Harlem, NY. You, too, can be a part of this year festival by entering your best script or favorite Harlem Story for a chance to win cash! See http://www.nbpc.tv or email info@prizedpieces.org

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NEW YORK MINUTE FILM FESTIVAL SEEKS 60 SECOND MASTERPIECES

Got a minute? The 2005 New York Minute Film Festival, a new online festival celebrating the art of rapid fire storytelling, wants your 60 second masterpiece. NYMFF offers both established and emerging filmmakers the opportunity to create a film and have it showcased around the world. Categories include: Comedy, Drama, Animation, Experimental and Music Video. Entrants will vie for prizes and a chance to attend a NYC party and screening of their work. For guidelines and entry forms visit http://www.nymff.com Submission deadline: Oct. 1

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HERMOSA SHORT FILM FESTIVAL - AUG. 26-27

Hermosa Short Film Festival in Hermosa Beach, CA, is accepting submissions. For the second consecutive year, the Hermosa Shorts will be a place to see more movies (maybe yours), access more free workshops, meet more people + parties + music + fun at the beach. Find how to submit your movie at http://www.hermosashorts.com and join us for the Second Edition of Hermosa Shorts on Aug. 26-27

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CALL FOR FILMS, MINI-FILMFEST

Seeking filmmakers who have completed films and want an opportunity to get their work seen. I'm producing an indie feature this summer called "Amanda's Boys." Need films, shorts, videos, features, documentaries, etc. to show at house party fundraiser. It's free to enter your film; we'll do the advertising etc. Contact me if you have completed stuff and are looking for another venue. We're looking for area film makers but will also accept materials from out of state. The location will be the Dayton or Greater Dayton area, Ohio. Where is that you might ask? A place where people want to be entertained and will be a captive audience for your piece. Formats should be VHS or DVD. Because of the following, contact me before you send anything. Do not send originals or your only copy. (Pick them up after the showing). Contact me with any questions. Ara Pelodi, Producer Amanda's Boy, 937-879-7459, or email: pelodik@hotmail.com. ___________________________________________________________

SUMMER SHORTS ONLINE CONTEST CALL OF ENTRIES 2005

Summer Shorts Online Contest seeks entries. All short films submitted may not exceed 5 minutes in length and 75 MB. All submitted films will be showcased and viewable on the studentfilmmakers.com web site. First prize: $500 in cash and a $250 studentfilmmakers.com bookstore gift card. Second prize: $200 in cash and a $150 studentfilmmakers.com bookstore gift card. Third prize: $100 in cash and a $50 studentfilmmakers.com bookstore gift card. More prizes to be announced. http://www.studentfilmmakers.com.

Montreux Jazz Fest, Alameda Writers, Meet a Talent Agent, "What Teens Want", Songwriters Guild of America Week, TV Producers' Boot Camp, NashCamp Song

Essence Magazine's annual music festival is in New Orleans through July 3 and has slated performers, speakers and seminars as part of its 35th anniversary celebration. The Thirty-ninth annual Montreux Jazz Festival takes place at the foot of the Swiss Alps this year in Montreux from July 1-16 and spans a wide musical spectrum. Screenwriter Steve Kaire has sold or optioned eight projects to the major studios including Warners, Columbia, United Artists and Interscope. On July 2 he discusses "High Concept: Creating and Selling to Hollywood" at Alameda Writers Group Meeting in Glendale. Writing the One-Hour Dramatic Teleplay is the focus of a one-day workshop meeting on UCLA campus July 6 in Los Angeles. Los Angeles Area Emmy Nominations covering Broadcast and Cable Previews are set to be announced July 7 in Los Angeles. Meet Margaret Emory, talent agent for Dulcina Eisen Associates and the columnist for "Ask an Agent" in Back Stage newspaper, in an evening that includes interactive on-camera demonstrations, on July 7 in New York. "Battle for the HeArt Creative Roadshow," making stops in several cities, examines the role the Web is playing as both a change and transformation agent during a stop in Chicago on July 7. Professional and commercial media produced in Florida is previewed in "Best of Florida, Made in Florida" running July 8-10 in Downtown Fort Lauderdale. At the July 9 "No Budget Film Workshop" in Los Angeles, attendees can learn how filmmakers like Christopher Nolan, Joe Carnahan, Darren Aronofsky, Marc Forster, and Tim Story launched careers with no-budget films. Youth culture experts and thought leaders from apparel and entertainment to music, gaming and publishing tackle marketing and selling to teenagers in a July 12 session titled "What Teens Want" taking place July 12 in New York City. This year the American Black Film Festival is introducing a new networking event - ABFF Soap Box, a two-day event designed to highlight festival participants careers and projects - when it opens up a four day session, July 13-17 in Miami. After a welcoming cocktail party, classes, panels, chat sessions, and pitch sessions form "How to Beat the Odds in Hollywood - 12 Steps to an Independent Film" with sessions running July 14-17 in Las Vegas. At the Songwriters Guild of America Week, opening July 17 in Nashville, needs of both the songwriter and performing songwriter are addressed through educational workshops and networking opportunities for both. At the Diversity Film TV Market happening in Washington DC, attend business and industry-related seminars, meet and discuss potential sales and acquisitions from July 21-24. Henry Mancini Summer Music Festival showcases the works of new, competing artists taking place July 23 to August 12 in Culver City. National Association of Broadcasters Management Development Seminar for TV Executives will be held July 24-29 in Evanston. KidFest opens July 25 in Winter Park and includes a Young Filmmakers’ Academy and screenings of unusual and classic children’s films until July 29. Songwriters in the round can discuss and perform their songs in a casual setting at a BMI Acoustic Series on July 27 in New York City. Dealmaking, through personal contact, dinners, programs, as well as online networking leading up to the event, is what the Mobile Entertainment Summit is seeking to achieve for its guests during its two day session starting July 27 in Universal City. The Writer's Road Map: Directions For Getting Your Book in Print, happens on July 28 in Tampa. "The Pitch Pit" is a featured event at the NATPE Third Annual TV Producers' Boot Camp, July 28 and 29 in West Hollywood. HypeFest is dedicated to showcasing compelling and entertaining short films, commercials, music videos and promos and includes a screenplay competition amidst festivities with an awards show and nightly networking parties, July 29-31 in Hollywood. Fade In: Magazine sponsors its 9th Annual Hollywood Pitch Festival running July 30-31 in West Hollywood. NashCamp Songwriting Week is a Songwriting camp staffed by Nashville songwriters and Music Row professionals taking place on Cumberland Furnace Plantation from July 31 to August 5.

The above events are only a sampling of what is listed. Many of the events above have a submission process for indie and/or performing artists to take part in. Complete details are on the "Media, Entertainment and Performing Arts Industry News and Events" page at http://www.actorschecklist.com/news.html.