crewnewmexico.com for Film Crew, 480, and 399? Absolutely, and Here's Why

No matter if you're listed on the 480 or Film Office website getting a CREW listing on crewnewmexico.com is a solid step. Here's why:

• You get an entire movie profile page, just like this.
• Your page gets its own web address: ie http://www.crewnewmexico.com/davidstump - so you have a fully functional web address you can add to business cards, your email signature, Facebook page, and more.
  
• Anyone can view our site - and your credits - 24/7. The union website is password protected.
• You can add/edit your credits and manage your page 24/7! Just login!
  
• You can email your film credits direct from your crew account.
• We'll work with you directly to help you get your talents and skills recognized.
• We're the most searched directory for New Mexico film, with over 10,000 visitors/mo.
  
• New Mexico has some of the top crew in the country, and we're searched by productions far and wide looking for talented crew.
• You may be listed in IMDB, but that does you no good for people looking for New Mexico crew.
  
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• We sponsor film events all over the state to make sure that our company, and our members, are always at top of mind for film professionals looking for services. You invest in us, and we invest in you!
  
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Listing with us is quick, easy, effective, and the leading way to keep yourself on industry radar. Contact us at membership@crewnewmexico.com, or call (505) 930-0443 to register today.

Film Industry Mixer in Las Cruces!

Come check out the New Mexico Filmmakers Showcase, then come for cocktails!

IATSE Local 480 and CrewNewMexico.com will be co-sponsoring a mixer for the Southern NM film community on Saturday, November 7th at 6:30pm in Mesilla, NM.

Saturday, November 7th - 6:30pm
Vintage Wines
(across the street from Fountain Theatre)
2461 Calle de Principal
Mesilla, NM 88046

Don't miss out!

"Red Mesa" Takes Top Honors and International Film Festival

Governor Bill Richardson today congratulated “New Visions/New Mexico winner Ilana Lapid for winning best short film for “Red Mesa” during the13th Annual Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival. Lapid wrote and directed the film, which beat out hundreds of other entries for top honors. The prestigious event is an Oscar qualifying film festival, which means that “Red Mesa” can now be submitted to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for consideration of Oscar contention.

Lapid was one of the first recipients of the state’s New Visions/New Mexico Contract Awards, receiving $15,000.00 toward the making of “Red Mesa.” She co-produced the film with local New Mexicans Jake Pokluda and John Ward, worked with local first Assistant Director, Dennis Crow, and many other New Mexico film crew on this project through the Film Technician Training Program at New Mexico State University Dona Ana Community College and with the support of the International Alliance of Theatrical and Stage Employees Local 480.

“Ilana Lapid has made the State of New Mexico proud with her win at this prestigious international film festival,” Governor Richardson. “I created the New Visions program to support the overwhelming talent and creativity of our homegrown filmmakers and I am proud that this effort is helping our filmmakers realize their deserved international acclaim.”

In exchange for their contract awards, recipients of the New Visions/New Mexico Contract Awards must provide a service to the state’s film efforts, such as training other New Mexico filmmakers who are new to the industry, workshops and seminars and conducting outreach to high school students interested in pursuing film/media careers. The Film Technician Training Program is now offered at five community colleges around the state including: Dona Ana Community College, Santa Fe Community College, CNM in Albuquerque, Northern New Mexico College at El Rito, and Eastern New Mexico University at Roswell. More information on these programs are available on the New Mexico Film Office website, www.nmfilm.com under “Workforce Advancement.”

Set against the backdrop of the US/Mexico border, “Red Mesa” is the coming of age story of Lynn, 17, caught in between her love for her grandfather and her forbidden romance with a Mexican laborer from a neighboring ranch. Lynn’s deception of both men leads to a terrible accident when the three of them are thrown together under a situation of great stress. Coming face to face with the painful realities of the border, Lynn realizes that meaningful relationships can only be based on honesty and the courage to stand up for what you believe.

The film is dedicated to the late Michael Laurence, who was in charge of the NMSU Film Technician’s Training Program at that time and was a strong supporter of Ilana and this project.

White Sands Film Festival Call for Submissions

WSIFF Announces Call for Entries for 2010 Program


LAS CRUCES, NM -- The White Sands International Film Festival today announced a call for entries for it's 2010 program. The 6th Annual White Sands International Film Festival will take place April 15-18, 2010 in Las Cruces, New Mexico. The submission period begins today and Early Bird deadline ends October 15th, 2009.


CATEGORIES OF ENTRY

NARRATIVE & DOCUMENTARY
The White Sands International Film Festival 2010 is accepting feature length and short narrative films in the documentary and narrative category with particular focus on multi-cultural themes and background. Any films from any genres accepted from around the world. Please note that foreign language films should have sub-titles.

LATINO
WSIFF seeks to recognize and celebrate Latino achievements in film and is accepting Narrative, Documentary features and shorts for it's Latino Showcase.

NEW MEXICO
WSIFF will be showcasing films that have been made in New Mexico, the Land of Enchantment! The WSIFF is accepting Narrative, Documentary features and shorts for it's New Mexico Showcase. A special Jury Award will be awarded to the best work in this category.

Filmmakers submitting in this category will be waived entry fee. Proof that at least parts of the film were shot in New Mexico MUST be included with the submission. Otherwise, the submission will be moved to another (correct) category.




MISSION: The WSIFF is dedicated to the creation of opportunities for artistic interaction and exchange among independent filmmakers, directors, producers, distributors, backers, and the filmgoing community. It is our mission to not only exhibit the best films available, but also to serve as a medium for new projects to get launched, financed and distributed. Networking opportunities at the WSIFF builds lasting connections in the unique backdrop of New Mexico.

... and to screen films that

• deal with contemporary issues
• celebrate the human spirit
• explore the Latino and or Hispanic World
• have been made in New Mexico
• combine good story telling, writing, acting and direction


PAST GUESTS

François Girard, Director "The Red Violin"; ; Alejandro Monteverde, Director, Producer, "Bella"; Arturo Ripstein, Director,"La Reina de la Noche" Paz Alicia Garciadiego, Screenwriter, "Profundo Carmesi" ; Mark Medoff, Writer, Director, "Children of A Lesser God" ; Ali Landry, Actress, "Bella" ; Jamison Jones, Actor, "He Was A Quiet Man", "24" ; Elliott Lewitt, Producer, "At Close Range"; Jordan Roberts, Director "Around the Bend"; Rick Shroeder, Actor, Producer, "Black Cloud", Rocky Lang, Producer, Writer, "White Squall", "How I Broke Into Hollywood"; Wes Studi, Actor, "Last of the Mohicans

Please visit our website for full submission information at www.wsiff.com

The White Sands International Film Festival
Las Cruces, New Mexico
April 15-18th, 2010
e. info@wsiff.com
f. 877-345-6973
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A-List Marketing on a B-List Budget - Marketing Seminar July 20

Whether or not film makes up the core of your business, having a solid marketing plan is critical to navigating through tough economic times.

That's why we've partnered with Lucy Rosen of the Business Development Group for an insightful 2 hour "Rise and Shine" seminar designed to make sure you have the marketing tools to survive and thrive under any circumstances.

Come join us on on Monday July 20, from 8:30-10:30 am at the Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce for Lucy's presentation "A-List Marketing on a B-List Budget."
Cost is just $5 for crewnewmexico.com members ($30 for non members).

Seating is limited. Register today to save your spot!

About Lucy:

Nationally-known marketing expert Lucy Rosen offers strategic, and timely, insight to professionals about how to create and implement breakthrough marketing programs ... without breaking the tight budgets faced by many professionals and companies today. Rosen, who has more than two decades of marketing experience and has recently opened an Albuquerque office of her award-winning New York-based marketing firm The Business Development Group, Inc., dba Lucy Rosen Inc., will present innovative, easy-to-implement -- and cost-effective-marketing solutions for today's professionals at this interactive session sure to be of interest to so many professionals today.

From providing valuable insight about how to develop a marketing plan for today's times, to sharing seasoned advice about how to write press releases that get noticed, to sharing her trademark "42 Tips for Free Publicity" with the audience, Rosen offers a concise overview of cost-effective solutions for creating and implementing innovative "Above the Line" marketing campaigns at "Below the Line" costs - something that every professional and business owner is concerned with these days. In addition, as one of the nation's most well-known networking experts and founder of Women on the Fast Track, Rosen also provides valuable insight into "The Power of Networking" - which is one of the most strategic, and cost-effective -- ways to market
yourself and your business.

Cost: crewnewmexico.com members: $5
Non-Members $30.
Contact us at membership@crewnewmexico.com, or (505) 908-9309 if you have any questions

New Mexico Film and Entertainment Roundtable

Channel 26 Encantada TV, an arts & entertainment TV channel and IATSE Local 480 invite you to a roundtable on the exciting new future of arts & entertainment TV in New Mexico. There will be a general discussion on the direction of the new channel and group discussions on topics including programming, technical issues, and Native American and Hispanic program blocks. 10m -4pm July 11th at the station, 415 Tijeras NW, Albuquerque, NM. Lunch will be provided.

If you’re interested at all in arts & culture in New Mexico, getting your material on TVs around the state, shooting content, learning the TV business, are simply curious, or just want a free lunch join us for an interesting an invigorating conversation.

CONTACT : AMELIA SALAS , 505-242-0027

Cool New Blog about the Movie Paul, Shooting in New Mexico

Simon Pegg, Nick Frost and Greg Mottola invite you behind the scenes of their production currently shooting in New Mexico! http://www.whatispaul.com

New Mexico Film Office & IATSE Local 480 Kick Off Tour to Meet with Native American and Hispanic Residents

ANTA FE-The New Mexico Film Office is teaming up with the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) Local 480 for a series of presentations designed to inform Native American and Hispanic residents about potential careers in the movie industry. The first five presentations begin this Thursday, June 11th and will include the personal stories of current employees in the industry, as well as discussions about training opportunities available for New Mexicans.

“We are working to make sure that all New Mexicans have a chance to be a part of this exciting and growing industry,” said Lisa Strout, Director of the New Mexico Film Office. “Through these presentations we are reaching out to interested Hispanic and Native American New Mexicans who may not otherwise be exposed to the opportunities that are available.”

“The state’s efforts to build the state’s movie industry have helped boost the economy and provide good jobs for all New Mexicans,” said Jon Hendry, business manager for IATSE Local 480. “Our members are giving back to their communities by educating others about the business and helping to keep the momentum going.”

The first series of these presentations will be held in communities across central and northern New Mexico:

Thursday, June 11th 2:00p - Navajo Nation visit @ Shiprock | PHIL Theatre
Friday, June 12th 2:00p - Acoma/Laguna visit @ Sky City Cultural Center
Saturday, June 13th 2:00p - Espanola visit @ NNMC Nick Salazar Center for the Arts
Wednesday, June 17th 7:00p - Navajo Nation 2nd visit @ NMSU-Grants Martinez Hall
Friday, June 19th 3:00p - South Valley visit @ Nat’l Hispanic Cultural Center

The Phenomenal IASTE 480 50% Discount

As members of the IATSE 480, we're proud to offer our fellow members of IATSE 480 the sterling 50% discount to all IATSE 48o Members in good standing!

What does that mean? It means that if you're a member of IATSE 480, you can expect at 50% discount on any listing on crewnewmexico.com! Whether you want to list yourself, or your business, you can expect that you're going to stand out from the crowd.

You get a fully detailed profile that features your resume, film credits, bio, headshot or business logo, all your contact information -- and you get your own web address, which means that you can now advertise yourself direct to production keys using your crewnewmexico.com web address. Simply send your crew web address to key decision makers, and they'll have all the information they need for their hiring decisions. Plus, they can contact you direct from your profile page.

Check to see if we offer your Crew Skill here:
and feel free to list your side or subsidiary business, too. Check our list to see if you fit here:

It's an excellent way to promote yourself, promote your skills, and offer you the ability to reach out to those who are hiring using your profile in crewnewmexico.com. It's an excellent tool, and we are proud to offer a substantial discount to the men and women who make the New Mexico Film Industry click.

Simply enter IATSE50 in the promotional code area during checkout for your 50% discount.

Good luck, and welcome aboard!

Special Offer to IATSE 480 Members!

We're offering a 50% discount on membership to all members of IATSE Local 480! IATSE Local 480 is the International Alliance of Theatrical and Stage Employees branch in New Mexico, and they provide most of the talented crew for Union productions in New Mexico. With a roster over 1,000 strong, and growing fast, they are the backbone of the New Mexico Film Industry, and are a large part of why productions choose New Mexico as their filming location. Union members provide services to almost every nook of production. They provide jobs in film. These are the people on the ground, making the movies in New Mexico. To thank them for being the core of the industry and giving New Mexico such an excellent reputation in the film world, and helping build the industry that makes crewnewmexico.com possible, we're inviting members of 480 to promote their skills, or side businesses or support services, all at 50% off.

To qualify for the discount, you need to be a member of the Local 480, and you'll see the discount code in the classifieds section of their website, or it will be in the upcoming newsletter in a letter I wrote introducing crew to the Union. If you're not in the 480, your account will be billed the full rate within 7 days, and/or your account will be terminated like Terminator 4. Offer Expires July 4, 2008. Can not be combined with any other offer.

You can learn more about the Union, and how to become a member of the IATSE Local 480 by checking out their website: www.iatselocal480.com

Support Santa Fe Studios

Another note from the folks at IATSE Local 480: We need your support at the Santa Fe County Commission meeting on Tuesday May 27th for another vote in the approval process for the new Santa Fe Studios proposal. It is important that everyone in the filmmaking community show up and offer their support. This is a public hearing so if you wish to voice your input you may do so, but more than that we need people to simply show up and visibly lend their support. Why is this a big deal for you? This is concrete on the ground and the more infrastructure we have the less likely we are to lose our incentives. Please show up at the Santa Fe County Building, 102 Grant Avenue (the corner of Grant & Palace in Santa Fe), we should come up on the agenda around 2pm. You can park in the city lot on San Francisco St and walk through Burro Alley to get there.

Open House for Santa Fe Studios

This note from the folks at IATSE Local 480: There is an open house tomorrow (Wednesday, May 21st) for Santa Fe Studios and the County Media District beginning at 6pm at the Santa Fe Community College. This would be a great place to network and meet the people behind the new studio. Please join us and show your support of this new facility!