Panels + Workshops

Presented By: Carley Byers

Event Description:

Looking for inspiration to fund your next creative project? You’ve found it with this engaging and honest panel discussion about film financing. Our panelists will discuss their strategies for independent film funding. We will end the session with an audience-led Q&A.

Panelists:

Alyssa Botelho | To Dust All Return | Narrative Short

Vincente DiSanti | Never Hike Alone 2 | Narrative Feature

Christ Barlow | The 29th Connecticut | Documentary Short

Ted Omo | Red Coat | Narrative Short

Presented By: Dan Goldsmith

Description:

Join colorist Dan Goldsmith to explore the core concepts of color grading! The workshop will review the hardware, software, and calibration needed to have a color-accurate workflow, as well as the importance of setting up your grading environment and proper monitor calibration. The class will then head into DaVinci Resolve, where Dan will do a live grading demonstration and discuss LUTS, color management, scopes, and workflow. Following that, the floor will be open for a Q&A session.

About Dan:

Dan Goldsmith is a freelance colorist based out of Dartmouth, Massachusetts. His recent narrative work includes coloring award-winning films “The Vow,” “Love Letters for New Bedford,” and “The Backseat Killer.” He has also graded commercial work for clients like the American Heart Association, CVS, HarborOne Bank, Revolt TV, and Ballys. Before going freelance, he worked in all aspects of video production, filming, editing, and coloring corporate, commercial, and events work, starting in 2016.

Presented By: Alecia Orsini

Description:

Learn the ropes of film production with expert producer/director Alecia Orsini. This workshop welcomes participants of any experience level; whether you're a seasoned filmmaker looking to review the basics or someone who’s always been curious about what it takes to make a movie! Gain the confidence and knowledge needed to walk out of the workshop and on to set.

About Alecia:

Alecia Orsini is an award-winning Producer, Director, and multi-media professional with 15+ years of experience working in the film industry. She has worked for GBH fundraising and marketing for local NPR stations, owned her own video production agency, and advised productions as a consultant. As President Emeritus of Women in Film and Video of New England, Alecia is a prominent voice in the region's film community. She also devotes time to Save MA Film Jobs, working behind the scenes for the grassroots organization supporting the Film Tax Incentives in Massachusetts. She’s a staunch advocate, utilizing her experience and platform to amplify the voices of the underserved within the film industry, such as women of color and members of the LGBTQI+ communities.