Tuesday, April 27, 2010

CNM Film Crew Tech Program - Check it out!


The public is invited to take a behind-the-scenes look at CNM’s Film Crew Technician program, which produces the largest number of film crew professionals for the state’s booming movie and television industry. Admission is free.

Those interested in pursuing a career in the industry can learn about the course offerings at CNM, along with the various career paths and the daily work routine of a film crew professional. Attendees of the event can also ask CNM film crew faculty and students about the program, which teaches the skills to perform a variety of film crafts including camera operation, makeup, hair and wardrobe, sound, post-production, editing, electrical crafts, etc.

Attendees can also watch clips of films that were staffed by CNM film crew graduates.

Tuesday, April 27th 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
CNM Workforce Training Center NE

5600 Eagle Rock Ave.
Albuquerque, NM 87113

Ask questions and get answers from film program faculty and students. Apply for admission to CNM at the event.
http://www.cnm.edu/cnmfilmsneakpeek

Film Class! ETCP Certification for Rigging Grips


Test Preparation: Emphasis on Math
Workshop Location: Santa Fe

Instructor: Johnny Perri
Dates: May 10, 11, 12
Class cost is $25 for the three days, pre-payment required
For registration and all details, email Phyllis at pdetrich@gmail.com or call 505-986-9512

ALL WORKSHOPS REQUIRE ATTENDEES TO BE NM RESIDENTS, ID REQUIRED.
For more information, visit: http://etcp.esta.org/candidateinfo/riggingexams.html

Lights, Camera, Music! Bo Brown and Steven Michael Quezada Headline Special Fundraising Event

Albuquerque Little Theatre (ALT) joins forces and talent with The Film Apprenticeship Programs, Inc (FAPI) to bring you Lights, Camera, Music. This special fundraising event will be held on Sunday May 16 at the historic Albuquerque Little Theater. The event will be emceed by former Miss New Mexico Christina Olmi. Native New Mexican and Country Music Sensation, Bo Brown will perform live. His new album Believe will be released soon.

Also headlining will be local Comedian/Actor, Steven Michael Quezada, who also has a recurring role on AMC’s hit and locally produced television show, Breaking Bad. Steven is a 5-time winner of NMHEA Comedian of the Year Award. He has been making people laugh throughout the Southwest at Comedy Clubs, Casinos and Special Events since 1987 with his unique Chicano style of humor. This special night of music, comedy and all-around entertainment, will be kicked off by the cast of ALT’s upcoming production, The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas. Y’all come on out now and get a sneak-preview of this hilarious Texas tale.

Ticket prices are $10 each for general admission. The event will also feature a VIP lounge with local celebrities, snacks, and beverages. $25 admission for VIP entry. The event will be taped for future broadcast on Encantada TV, Channel 26. Tickets are on sale now through the ALT box office (505.242.4750) and online at www.albuquerquelittletheatre.org/Tickets.htm

All proceeds benefit ALT, now in it’s 80th season, and The Film Apprenticeship Programs, Inc. FAPI, now conducting it’s 3rd term of classes, trains New Mexicans for careers in television and broadcasting. The program’s mission is to put locals to work on productions in our state, keeping our jobs right here at home.

For more information on the event please contact Liz Servis: lservis@filmapprentice.org
For more information on FAPI. please visit www.filmapprentice.org
For more information on ALT, please visit www.albuquerquelittletheatre.org