New VH-1 Show Seeking Female Guitarist

Thank you to the 90 guests who came to our mixer/party on Monday to make it a special night. Gabrielle and I appreciate everyone who made her birthday and ScreenPlayLab's 4-year anniversary so much fun. We're grateful to know so many nice people. What a great town Hollywood is!

For the party I baked two birthday cakes from scratch, a yellow cake center with banana chocolate frosting. That was an adventure! I was so busy Monday that I didn't get started baking until two hours before the event. I had to put the icing in the freezer to cool it. I had to make up a new icing recipe because I didn't realize I didn't have all the ingredients. Gabrielle and I are working on a vegetarian cookbook together.

I have projects coming up that need people. Let me know if you'd like to be involved. See below. Our next Beverly Hills mixer is July 13th. See www.screenplaylab.com

* VH-1 Casting Female Guitarist...

VH-1 needs a female lead guitarist for their newest show. If that's you, come to Pi on Sunset, 8848 W Sunset Blvd on Friday the 26th of June between 2PM and 9PM to meet the executive producers. Find out if VH-1 can make you the next rock icon! For more info send contact info and picture/demo to <...>

* Robin's Faith Documentary Shooting...

I'm producing a documentary about the positive impact of faith and religion on people's lives. Seeking individuals with strong beliefs able to express themselves in an on camera interview. Describe the personal benefits of religion and tangible results of faith personally experienced. Email me if interested.

* Robin's Fire Bear Animation Short...

A friend of mine asked if she can animate a scene from my animation screenplay Fire Bear for her portfolio. Fire Bear is the story of a bear who becomes a fireman. In tone, it's somewhere between Disney's Jungle Book and DreamWork's Shrek. If anyone else would like to create Fire Bear animation, storyboard or concept art as something for their portfolio, let me know. Experience not required. Open to artists in any location.

* Jennifer's Review of In the Loop...

ScreenPlayLab member Jennifer Huber's review of indie film IN THE LOOP:

http://www.hollywoodtoday.net/2009/06/19/in-the-loop/

* Gabrielle's Feature Book Reviews...

Gabrielle Pantera is the book features editor for Hollywood Today and for British Weekly. Some of her latest book feature stories:

http://www.hollywoodtoday.net/2009/06/17/books-in-a-good-place/
http://www.hollywoodtoday.net/2009/06/16/books-sidetracked-a-kurt-wallander-mystery/
http://www.hollywoodtoday.net/2009/06/16/books-the-french-gardener/

* The Caucus Online 3-D Production Q&A through June 30th...

Q&A in the Caucus Forums. This is a special invitation for an exclusive online Q&A with panelists from the 3-D TV event last Friday.
If you were able to attend you saw some amazing demos of the latest camera, display and post-production technology and learned how to produce long-form programming in 3-D without giving your audience a headache! The best minds in 3-D will be available to answer your questions and discuss the state of the art in 3-D production: USC's Phil Lelyveld, 3ality Digital CEO Sanford R. Climan, Stereographer Ray Hannisian, Director Robert Duncan McNeill "Chuck" Comedy Series, 3ality Digital Head of Production Ted Kenney, Panasonic R&D VP Eisuke Tsuyuzaki. Post your question now; this discussion thread is open through June 30, 2009 only.

forums.caucus.org

* WGA Foundation Events from June 25th...

The WGA Foundation presents FRANCIS VEBER (La Cage Aux Folles, The Tall Blond Man with One Black Shoe) Thursday, June 25, 7:30-9:30pm, $19. WRITING FOR TELEVISION all-day TV writing workshop on Saturday, July 25, 10am-6pm, $150. WRITERS ON GENRE SERIES (Comedy, Horror, Sci-fi, Action, Drama) on 5 Wednesdays, from July 1 thru 29. $80.

http://wgfoundation.org

* Los Angeles Greek Film Festival Starting June 25th...

The third annual Los Angeles Greek Film Festival (June 25-28, 2009) showcases new films from Greek filmmakers worldwide. Our foremost goal is to promote Greek Cinema and cultural exchange while bridging the gap between Greek filmmakers and Hollywood. This year LAGFF offers a diverse program of films, a panel discussion and a tribute to a prominent Greek-American director. Orpheus Awards are given to the most outstanding new films in the dramatic, documentary and short film categories. $12.

http://lagreekfilmfestival.org/

* AIGA SPARK Mixer at The Chalet on June 25th...

The American Institute of Graphics Arts presents a mixer at The Chalet in Eagle Rock. Bar fare includes goodies like belgian fries, crostini and a gourmet cheese plate. And, a selection of European ales. Collect 5 business cards and have a cocktail on us. The SPARK series is a monthly social gathering for all L.A. area creatives and an opportunity to network and spark connections with others. June 25th, 7-10pm. The Chalet, 1630 Colorado Blvd., Los Angeles. No registrations, just show up and mingle:

http://aigalosangeles.org/

* Pink Slip Recruiter Party on July 7th...

This is the last Pink Slip Party scheduled for The Crescent Beverly Hills Hotel. A mixer and job fair, recruiters, particularly from the entertainment industry, are invited to meet job seekers. $5 martiinis. 403 N. Crescent Dr. (next to Paradigm), Beverly Hills. 6pm-8pm. FREE event:

http://pinkslipmixers.com/calendar/event/2009/6/2/98448
www.crescentbh.com

* NBC Writers on the Verge Deadline June 30th...

NBC Writers on the Verge is a 10-week program focused on polishing writers and readying them for a staff writer position on a television series. We are looking for writers who are "almost there," but need that final bit of preparation with their writing and personal presentation skills. We particularly encourage writers of diverse backgrounds to apply. June 30, 2009 (3:00 PM PST deadline). FREE.

http://www.nbcunicareers.com/earlycareerprograms/writersontheverge.shtml

* ABC Disney Fellowship Deadline July 1st...

If selected by the ABC Disney Fellowship, you become a $50,000-a-year network staff writer overnight. Many fellowship winners become permanently staffed on shows or become network executives. You need to write a great television spec script of a currently airing drama or comedy (from any network) and send it in by the July 1 deadline. FREE.

http://abctalentdevelopment.com/

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LAST CALL: Beverly Hills Mixer Tonight

We have 129 RSVPs so far for tonight. If you're coming and haven't RSVPed already, please do so now.

www.screenplaylab.com

ScreenPlayLab is known for its upbeat casual atmosphere, that industry people really mingle at our mixers. If you're shy, let me know and I'll get you started by introducing you around. Meet writers, actors, producers, directors and others in the film and television industry.

When at ScreenPlayLab remember to bring your most enthusiastic upbeat professional self. Everyone prefers to work with those who behave like winners, who project confidence and are comfortable talking about recent successes. If your one of the people who find it hard to think of anything you've accomplished, talk to me tonight. I'm sure I can find something that's been overlooked. I try to connect people based on who they say they want to meet.

Join us at Sharky's Mexican restaurant in Beverly Hills on Monday, June 15th. There will be cake and the usual chips and dips. Also, organic Mexican food (inexpensive) and $3 margaritas. Free street parking or under Crate & Barrel for $3. Sharky's Mexican Grill, The Back Room, 435 N. Beverly Dr., Beverly Hills. 6:30pm-9:30pm.

We have a lot to celebrate. ScreenPlayLab and co-founder Gabrielle Pantera are both celebrating birthdays. Don't miss it!

Love you guys!

FREE - Don't Miss June 15th Mixer

We have a lot to celebrate this Monday at ScreenPlayLab's monthly mixer. ScreenPlayLab and co-founder Gabrielle Pantera are both celebrating birthdays. ScreenPlayLab is known for its upbeat casual atmosphere, that people really mingle at our mixers. Meet writers, actors, producers, directors and others in the film and television industry. We have 65 RSVPs so far for Monday.

Join us at Sharky's Mexican restaurant in Beverly Hills on Monday, June 15th. There will be cake and the usual chips and dips. Also, organic Mexican food (inexpensive) and $3 margaritas. Free street parking or under Crate & Barrel for $3. Sharky's Mexican Grill, The Back Room, 435 N. Beverly Dr., Beverly Hills. 6:30pm-9:30pm. Free event with RSVP here:

www.screenplaylab.com

* Gabrielle's TV Job...

For those wondering why Gabrielle has been so busy lately. After two years working for Pierce Brosnan on films, Gabrielle is excited to have left MGM to join a major television production company. For someone like Gabrielle who loves fast-paced, TV is the place to be. Zodiak Entertainment produces over 5,000 hours of television programming a year:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zodiak_Entertainment

* Robin's Article in the Editors Guild Magazine

I write two or three articles a year for the Editors Guild Magazine. The current issue has my story about remote editing on the TV series Curious George, also online:

https://www.editorsguild.com/Magazine.cfm?ArticleID=720

* Zicree Supermentors Classes from June 15th...

Writer-Producer-Directors Marc and Elaine Zicree (STAR TREK NEXT GENERATION, DEEP SPACE NINE, BABYLON 5, SLIDERS, LIBERTY'S KIDS, SMURFS, HE MAN, SUPERFRIENDS, FRIDAY THE 13TH THE SERIES, LAZARUS MAN, THE TWILIGHT ZONE COMPANION) were nominated last year for the Hugo and Nebula awards and won the TV Guide Award for the STAR TREK episode they made with George Takei. Six-Week SuperMentors Intensive for actors, writers, directors and producers is limited to ten students. Get yourself and your material in shape, pitching effectively, targeting buyers, allies and mentors, building teams, getting the Industry and the world to pay attention to you big-time and long-term. Starts Monday, June 15, 2009, 7pm-10pm in West Hollywood and runs once a week for six weeks. $799. Elite Master Class with Bill Wallen and Marc & Elaine Zicree. Starts Tuesday, June 23, 2009, from 7-10 PM in West Hollywood. $1200. Six-Week Teleconference Class once a week for six weeks. Starts Wednesday, June 17, 2009. $799. 323-363-1259.

www.zicree.com

* DMALA Meeting on June 16th...

DMALA presents a monthly meeting for those in television graphics and digital media. Tuesday, June 16. Gallery Theatre at Barnsdall Art Park, 7-10pm. 4800 Hollywood Boulevard (between Vermont and Normandie), Hollywood, CA. FREE with RSVP:

http://dmala.org

* LAFCPUP Meeting on June 17th...

The L.A. Final Cut Pro Users Group presents Owen Walker from Adobe on RED/Adobe Premiere 4.1 workflow. Owen will show the new features in 4.1. Motion 3 Guru Andy Neil will be showing off Motion's graphical design capabilities and how to animate graphics with behaviors. DVD Guru Bruce Nazarian will make a special announcement on the world of Blu-ray. Plus Stump the Gurus, Show and Tells, and Raffle. 6pm. Gallery Theatre at Barnsdall Art Park, 7-10pm. 4800 Hollywood Boulevard (between Vermont and Normandie), Hollywood, CA. $5

www.lafcpug.org

* WGA Foundation Events from June 25th...

The WGA Foundation presents FRANCIS VEBER (La Cage Aux Folles, The Tall Blond Man with One Black Shoe) Thursday, June 25, 7:30-9:30pm, $19. WRITING FOR TELEVISION all-day TV writing workshop on Saturday, July 25, 10am-6pm, $150. WRITERS ON GENRE SERIES (Comedy, Horror, Sci-fi, Action, Drama) on 5 Wednesdays, from July 1 thru 29. $80.

http://wgfoundation.org

* Los Angeles Greek Film Festival Starting June 25th...

The third annual Los Angeles Greek Film Festival (June 25-28, 2009) showcases new films from Greek filmmakers worldwide. Our foremost goal is to promote Greek Cinema and cultural exchange while bridging the gap between Greek filmmakers and Hollywood. This year LAGFF offers a diverse program of films, a panel discussion and a tribute to a prominent Greek-American director. Orpheus Awards are given to the most outstanding new films in the dramatic, documentary and short film categories. $12.

http://lagreekfilmfestival.org/

* AIGA SPARK Mixer at The Chalet on June 25th...

The American Institute of Graphics Arts presents a mixer at The Chalet in Eagle Rock. Bar fare includes goodies like belgian fries, crostini and a gourmet cheese plate. And, a selection of European ales. Collect 5 business cards and have a cocktail on us. The SPARK series is a monthly social gathering for all L.A. area creatives and an opportunity to network and spark connections with others. June 25th, 7-10pm. The Chalet, 1630 Colorado Blvd., Los Angeles. No registrations, just show up and mingle:

http://aigalosangeles.org/

* NBC Writers on the Verge Deadline June 30th...

NBC Writers on the Verge is a 10-week program focused on polishing writers and readying them for a staff writer position on a television series. We are looking for writers who are "almost there," but need that final bit of preparation with their writing and personal presentation skills. We particularly encourage writers of diverse backgrounds to apply. June 30, 2009 (3:00 PM PST deadline). FREE.

http://www.nbcunicareers.com/earlycareerprograms/writersontheverge.shtml

* ABC Disney Fellowship Deadline July 1st...

If selected by the ABC Disney Fellowship, you become a $50,000-a-year network staff writer overnight. Many fellowship winners become permanently staffed on shows or become network executives. You need to write a great television spec script of a currently airing drama or comedy (from any network) and send it in by the July 1 deadline. FREE.

http://abctalentdevelopment.com/

* Pink Slip Recruiter Party on July 7th...

This is the last Pink Slip Party scheduled for The Crescent Beverly Hills Hotel. A mixer and job fair, recruiters, particularly from the entertainment industry, are invited to meet job seekers. $5 martiinis. 403 N. Crescent Dr. (next to Paradigm), Beverly Hills. 6pm-8pm. FREE event:

http://pinkslipmixers.com/calendar/event/2009/6/2/98448
www.crescentbh.com

ScreenPlayLab Mission...

ScreenPlayLab is more than 3,700 producers, actors, writers, directors, agents and executives helping each other succeed in television and film. FREE membership. FREE membership. FREE events. FREE newsletter of upcoming Hollywood events with good news. To join send an email to info@ScreenPlayLab.com with the subject 'Subscribe'.

Love you guys!

Invitation to Gabrielle's Birthday Party June 15th

Birthday party combined with ScreenPlayLab mixer in two weeks. Other announcements...

Pink Slip recruiters monthly mixer is tonight. ScreenPlayLab member Jeremy Mitchell's film released. Thank you to ABC Disney and Fine Arts Theatre. Robin's movie editing projects. USC WCA industry event discount code. California's Funniest Female Contest. Free photography workshop. ABC Disney Fellowship deadline. Culture Unplugged seeking freelance bloggers. Details below...

ScreenPlayLab Mixer and Birthday Party on June 15th...

ScreenPlayLab co-founder Gabrielle Pantera is having a birthday. It's ScreenPlayLab's birthday, too. We're now four years old. The party is at Sharky's in Beverly Hills on Monday, June 15th, from 6:30 to 9:30pm. There will be cake and the usual chips and dips. Also, organic Mexican food (inexpensive) and $3 margaritas. Free street parking or under Crate & Barrel for $3. Sharky's Mexican Grill, The Back Room, 435 N. Beverly Dr., Beverly Hills. 6:30pm-9:30pm. Free event with RSVP here:

www.screenplaylab.com

Thank You ABC Disney and Fine Arts Theatre...

What a fantastic event! Over 300 people attended our third annual event on May 17th with the ABC Disney Fellowship. KABC-TV showed up to cover it. Frank Gonzalez presented an overview of opportunities at ABC Disney and then we took audience Q&A for over an hour. Thank you to all who came and participated. Special thanks to ABC Disney and ABC Disney Fellowship director Frank Gonzalez, ABC Disney Talent Development VP Tim McNeal, and to Ollie Ashtari-Larki. A big thank you to the Fine Arts Theatre and Michael Hall for making this event possible. If you know anyone who needs to present a screening, here's the link:

http://www.studioscreenings.com/

Jeremy Mitchell's KNOW THY ENEMY Released by Lionsgate and Blockbuster...

Shout out to actor-producer Jeremy Mitchell whose rapper musical drama has hit shelves at Blockbuster and everywhere in distribution with Lionsgate. You could have seen Jeremy at a recent ScreenPlayLab mixer. Jeremy is a actor who decided to produce his own films. Read the story of how he got his movie made and distributed:

http://www.hollywoodtoday.net/2009/05/30/know-thy-enemy-rapper-war/

Robin's Movie Editing...

I'm currently editing a performance video called NO LIMITS for the Kennedy Center. NO LIMITS was shot on the new Canon HF20 flash camera in MTS format and converted into 1080p59.94 to edit in Final Cut Pro. This solid-state $900 HD camera is smaller than a can of soda pop. Plugs into USB and shows up as a disk drive. Another project, THE ORACLE is a DVD I'm editing that reveals clues in the Bible to stop the apocalypse. BAD KITTY, the Funny or Die video I'm editing about an adorable yet vicious cat, is with the composer and will go to the sound editor next as soon as I get the tracks.

If you know anyone looking for a picture editor for their movie, episodic, video, or reel, send them my way. I have a crew of people I work with, so the same goes if anyone needs a composer, a sound editor, and so forth.

Pink Slip Recruiter Party on June 2nd...

The Crescent Beverly Hills Hotel presents a mixer and job fair the first Tuesday of every month. Recruiters, particularly from the entertainment industry, are invited to meet job seekers. It's a combined happy hour and job fair. Two month's ago this event had senior recruiters from almost every major studio. Last month fell on Cinco de Mayo and was much smaller. Which recruiters will be there tonight? I haven't had time to check. Show up tonight and find out. $5 martiinis. 403 N. Crescent Dr. (next to Paradigm), Beverly Hills. 6pm-8pm. FREE event:

http://pinkslipmixers.com/calendar/event/2009/6/2/98448
www.crescentbh.com

Free Digital Imaging Workshops Starting June 3rd...

Second in a series of free classes at Icon. Digital Image Workflow classes focus on the same topic for one month. If you have to miss a class one week, it will repeat the next week. Seating is limited to 15 people. June topic: Calibrating for Digital Capture. Shooting a test to determine your camera's true ISO rating, Color calibration using the DNG Profile Editor app, Setting up presets and processing defaults for ACR/Lightroom, Automating camera downloading, renaming and converting. Icon Photo Lab, 5450 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. 323-933-1666. Wednesdays, 7-8:30pm. FREE.

www.eventbrite.com/event/343992892

California's Funniest Female Contest starting June 5th...

Bill Word is bringing back CFFC for it's seventh year. Starting June 5th through final round on August 15, 2009. At Ballroom is Back! Dance Studio, 2980 McClintock Way UNIT C, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. There's still time to enter...

http://www.funniestfemale.com

USC Women of Cinematic Arts (WCA) Industry Forum on June 6th...

WCA founder Phoebe Shackeroff is offering ScreenPlayLab members a discount on WCA's big event this Saturday, June 6th, at USC's new Cinematic Arts Complex. A full day of panels with networking on the changing entertainment landscape. Long list of industry VIP speakers includes American Idol showrunner David Goffin, Mad Men Associate Producer Marcy Patterson, JibJab Head Writer Andy Ochiltree, Cold Case writer-producer Alicia Kirk, Pushing Daisies Writer Dara Creasey, and more. Continental breakfast, lunch, reception and prizes courtesy of Mole Richardson, Final Draft, and Kodak. $50. SPECIAL DISCOUNT: $40 with code "SPL WCA2009" if purchased by Wednesday.

www.uscwca.org/home/Industry_Forum_2009.html

ABC Disney Fellowship Deadline July 1st...

If selected by the ABC Disney Fellowship, you become a $50,000-a-year network staff writer overnight. Many fellowship winners become permanently staffed on shows or become network executives. You need to write a great television spec script of a currently airing drama or comedy (from any network) and send it in by the July 1 deadline. FREE.

http://abctalentdevelopment.com/

Culture Unplugged Call for Blog Writers....

Culture Unplugged, a platform that raises consciousness of filmmakers and unites people through their spirit, is looking for writers who wish to blog and engage with global audience in a dialogue. Freelance. Compensation DOE. If you have experience as film/media critic, social scientist, cultural anthropologist, or editorial journalist, contact.

www.cultureunplugged.com/filmedia/truthSeekers.php

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