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Next TV: Managing Your Future In The Changing Landscape Of Television

Begins: November 5, 2005

The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences will present "Next TV: Managing Your Future in the Changing Landscape of Television," a day-long forum with the media professionals who will share how to stay ahead of the curve in a dynamic environment of social, economic and technological change. The event will be held from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm at the Television Academy's Leonard H. Goldenson Theatre in North Hollywood.

In Event Types: Discussion, Animation, Business / Management, Documentaries, Features, Interactive, Live Action, New Media, Short Films, Special, Special Effects, Television, Visual Effects, Web / Internet, Other

Events

WHAT TEENS WANT {West}

Begins: November 1, 2005

VNU Business Media presents WHAT TEENS WANT West. The nation

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Drawing Events

Saturday Studio

Begins: October 29, 2005

8 sessions of classes in Life Drawing, Perspective and Still Life Drawing. A great way for students to build their skills and their portfolios.

9:30am to 12:30pm - Life Drawing

An introduction to drawing the human figure using Nicolaides' classic text "The Natural Way to Draw". Includes basic exercises in gesture, contour, weight and modeled drawing.

1:30pm to 4:30pm - Elements of Drawing

An introduction to still life drawing, perspective and composition.

Start Date:

October 29, 2005

In Event Types: Seminars / Workshops, Animation, Special, Other

The Chicago International Children's Film Festival (CICFF) 2005

Begins: October 27, 2005

The Chicago International Children's Film Festival (CICFF) is an annual, competitive film festival presented by Facets Multi-Media Inc. The event is the largest festival of children's films in North America. An adult and children's jury will hand out awards for animated features and shorts. The festival also features a category for child-produced films.

Artists Events

P.R. For Artists

Begins: October 25, 2005

P.R. For Artists is a course designed to teach writers, designers, directors, actors or even chefs the art of P.R. This course, taught by novelist/P.R. consultant, Anthony Mora, and author/media trainer Ann Convery, will give attendees the insider secrets one needs to create and establish a successful media image. They

In Event Types: Seminars / Workshops, Animation, Business / Management, Documentaries, Features, Interactive, Live Action, New Media, Special, Special Effects, Television, Visual Effects, Web / Internet, Other

MIPCOM 2005

Begins: October 17, 2005

MIPCOM: International Film and Programme Market for TV, Video, Cable and Satellite is one of the world

In Event Types: Conferences, Contests, Discussion, Exhibits, Non-competitive Festivals, Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Trade Shows, Animation, Business / Management, Features, Live Action, New Media, Short Films, Special, Television, Visual Effects, Other

One Day Portfolio Workshop

Begins: October 15, 2005

One-day Portfolio Workshop, featuring representatives of major art schools. Perfect for students applying to arts programs: advice on how to put a portfolio together, how to write a cover letter and letter of intention, how to conduct yourself in an interview.

Date: Saturday October 15th 2005.

Morning: 10am-12pm

Learn how to organize and present your portfolio for various art programs. Learn how to present your portfolio for art related job interviews.

In Event Types: Seminars / Workshops, Special, Other

Licensing Events

Link New York 2005

Begins: October 5, 2005

Presented by LICENSE! magazine, Link is an executive-level conference and networking opportunity tailored to licensing executives ready to take their business to the next level. Top licensors, licensees, retailers, agents, marketers and the media will come together. Conference sessions will cover a full spectrum of licensing topics including promotions and co-branding, marketing to demographics, the state of retail, financial & legal licensing issues, and a special concentration on international markets. For more information, visit linkconference.com.

In Event Types: Conferences, Discussion, Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Trade Shows, Animation, Business / Management, Interactive, Live Action, Licensing, New Media, Special, Special Effects, Television, Visualization, Visual Effects, Web / Internet, Other

The Primetime Creative Arts, Engineering & Interactive TV Emmy Awards

Begins: September 11, 2005

The Emmys are the Academy of Television Arts & Science highest awards. Craft awards are bestowed to the more technical positions on series productions, which also includes animation. For more information, visit www.emmys.tv/awards/primetimeawards.php.

In Event Types: Contests, Animation, Features, Interactive, Live Action, Special, Special Effects, Television, Visualization, Visual Effects, Other

Licensing Events

Link Las Vegas 2005

Begins: August 31, 2005

In Event Types: Conferences, Discussion, Seminars / Workshops, Trade Shows, Animation, Business / Management, Features, Interactive, Live Action, Licensing, New Media, Special, Special Effects, Television, Visualization, Visual Effects, Web / Internet, Other

ASIFA-Hollywood August Membership Meeting

Begins: August 31, 2005

The International Animated Film Society, ASIFA-Hollywood, will be holding its Monthly Membership Meeting at the ASIFA-Hollywood Animation Center in Burbank on the last Wednesday of each month at 7:00 pm. Refreshments will be served.

The monthly membership meeting is your way to get involved with current ASIFA projects

In Event Types: Discussion, Animation, Business / Management, Features, Interactive, New Media, Short Films, Special, Television, Visualization, Visual Effects, Web / Internet, Other

Events

Ai-Kon

Begins: August 12, 2005

Ai-Kon is Manitoba

Events

Character Movement Workshop at Mime Theatre Studio

Begins: August 6, 2005

In the art of Animation, careful analysis of the human body and its possibilities in movement is invaluable. Theatrical Mime offers animators a greater understanding of the potential of a character's physical expression.

The workshop being offered is a

In Event Types: Seminars / Workshops, Animation, Features, Live Action, Short Films, Special

Festival Events

Avanca Film Festival 2005

Begins: July 27, 2005

Avanca Film Festival presents a forum for the best in cinema, TV, video and multimedia. The event features screenings, surprises, workshops, exhibitions, meetings and discussions.

Barnes Events

Bewitched Booksigning and Trivia Contest with Gina Meyers

Begins: July 16, 2005

Come meet author Gina Meyers, author of The Magic of Bewitched Trivia and More. Prizes, Bewitched Trivia Contest and discussion. Samsational Summers Sizzle with this Barnes and Noble Event. Saturday, July 16th from 2-4:00 pm at Barnes and Noble 245 N. Glendale Glendale, Ca. 91206. Contact Kristin Maggi for more info: (818) 246-4677

Drawing Events

Imagination Workshop at Max the Mutt Animation School

Begins: July 16, 2005

Join us for the Imagination Workshop at Max the Mutt Animation School, drawing classes for children ages 8-12.

The Imagination Workshop will inspire you to rediscover how limitless the act of drawing can be. Through various excercises and drawing techniques we will explore the art of storytelling and cartooning.

Time: 9:30-3pm

$45 per workshop

Snacks provided. Please bring a lunch.

Max the Mutt Animation School 416-703-6877www.maxthemutt.com952 Queen St. WToronto, ON M6J 1G8

In Event Types: Seminars / Workshops, Animation, Special, Other

Events

Friedman 3D Starts New Maya and AfterEffects Classes July 5th

Begins: July 5, 2005

Friedman 3D will be starting its new semester July 5th, 2005. Instruction will be provided in Alias Maya from 8:00am to 2:40pm Monday through Friday. There will also be an Adobe AfterEffects class that will run from 3:00pm to 6:00pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Cost per semester is $75 and $25 respectively, plus $25 reg fee. The Alias Maya course will be delivered in two sections by Mr. Vincent Delay, a Maya artist and formerly a CG Supervisor at The Engine Room. Section One will be introductory and will run from 8:00am until 11:00am M-F.

In Event Types: Conferences, Discussion, Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, User Group Meetings, Animation, Features, Special, Special Effects, Television, Visualization, Visual Effects

Time Events

3D Animation and Multimedia Training Program

Begins: July 4, 2005

DASA proudly announces "Diploma in Digital Animation & Multimedia". The program is a Full Time, 2 months course, leading to a Diploma, Certification from Softimage-Canada and a Studio Workshop involving Motion Builder.

Class Starts July 4th 2005. All admissions / registrations should be complete by June 25th 2005. Interested candidates can apply in co-ordination with the undersigned. Only 10 seats for the class !! Admissions on first-come-first-serve basis.

One time course fee: USD 2,325 ($2,325).

The fee includes accommodation in Bangkok.

In Event Types: Seminars / Workshops, Animation, Special, Special Effects

Licensing Events

L!censing Show 2005

Begins: June 21, 2005

In its 25th year, L!censing International is the premier annual trade event and conference where owners and agents of intellectual properties showcase their concepts to develop new and unique consumer products, solidify promotional partnerships, sign exclusives with retailers and network. The event sees 500 exhibitors, 5,500 properties and brands available for licensing and 20,000+ high-profile manufacturers, retailers and marketers.

Films Events

Zlin Fest For Children And Youth

Begins: May 29, 2005

Zlin Festival is one of the oldest festivals dedicated to films for children and youth. Films compete in six sections - film for children, for youth, animated film, European debuts, student films and films from Visegrad countries. The project is supported by the Czech Parliament and Ministry of Culture, the EU Media Programme and the International Visegrad Fund. Festival is held under the auspices the Czech UNESCO Commission and the Czech UNICEF Commission. For more information, visit www.zlinfest.cz.

Events

Paul Beard New York Memorial Celebration

Begins: May 20, 2005

New York Memorial Celebration for Paul BeardFriday, May 20thSteelcase New York Showroom4 Columbus Circle (Southwest Corner of 58th St. and 8th Ave.)6pm-9pm

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In Event Types: Non-competitive Festivals, Screenings, Animation, Special

Events

The Art of the Deal: How to Negotiate

Begins: May 16, 2005

At HBO's 15th Floor Theatre, the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences presents "The Art of the Deal: How to Negotiate," a special evening devoted to techniques for negotiating the best deal possible, hosted by Michael C. Donaldson, author of NEGOTIATING FOR DUMMIES.

A networking reception begins at 6:00 p.m. and the event gets underway at 7:00. The two-hour presentation, which will include will skill-building and a brief mock negotiation, will condense the three-day intensive negotiating seminar Donaldson has given around the world: "Wish, Want, Walk."

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Festival Events

Design Festa vol.21

Begins: May 14, 2005

Design Festa is Japan's bi-annual, international arts festival. Attendees can meet more than 5,500 artists. The event hosts 2,500 booth exhibitions, performance art, live-music, multi-media work and more. More than 53,000 visitors attended the last event in 2004. The festival will take place at Tokyo Big Sight, East Hall 4, 5, 6 Atrium and Outdoor Exhibition Area. For more information, visit www.designfesta.com.

In Event Types: Exhibits, Non-competitive Festivals, Screenings, Animation, Documentaries, Features, Interactive, Live Action, New Media, Short Films, Special, Special Effects, Visualization, Visual Effects, Other

Red Stick International Animation Festival

Begins: April 21, 2005

The Red Stick International Animation Festival is a community event that converges the worlds of technology, art, entertainment and exploration. Though artists have always used the tools of their time, at no time since the Renaissance has there been a similar convergence of science and art. Artists draw and paint with computers, and scientists convey their complex theories in color and motion. The Red Stick International Animation Festival highlights this convergence celebrating art, motion and exploration.

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Entertainment Events

BrainCamp East 2005

Begins: March 17, 2005

Bra!nCamp East is an intimate two-day gathering of senior executives and creators involved in the production, licensing, marketing and sale of kids' entertainment products. Introduced in 1997, BrainCamp attracts some of the most interesting and influential people in the children's entertainment industry, both as speakers and attendees. The focus is on creating and marketing entertainment product to children. BrainCamp provides networking and deal making opportunities.

Speakers will include: Stan Clutton, svp of investor relations, new business & licensing - Fisher Price