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Upcoming Shabaka Events at TAF 2023
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“Digital Marketing Mastery for Filmmakers & Producers”
Monday, June 5, 2023 6:00 PM EDT Goethe Institute This workshop will demystify the process of marketing films in the digital age. Dive deep into the principles of positioning, social media marketing, and branding, and learn how to apply these principles to your film promotion strategy. With expert guidance, you'll learn to position your film, leverage social media to engage and attract audiences, and build a compelling brand that reflects your film's essence. Whether you're in pre-production, production, or post-production, this workshop will provide the marketing tools you need to bring your film to market. To register: MORE INFO |
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"Crafting Compelling Narratives: Story Editing Essentials in Film"
Wednesday, June 7, 2023 6:00 PM EDT Zoom Rewriting is an essential element in a screenwriter’s toolkit. Understanding why screen stories work and don't work helps a writer develop their ability to improve their own work. In this workshop, participants will delve into the intricacies of story editing and explore the fundamental principles that make screen stories truly resonate. We will touch on how to work with a story editor and when along the process of writing should you start story editing. To register:
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"Unlocking Doors: Exploring Entryways into the Canadian Film Industry"
Thursday, June 8, 2023 6:00 PM EDT Goethe Institute There are many entry ways into the film industry as an emerging filmmaker, whether you want to direct, write, produce or work below the line. This panel focuses on three particular Canadian institutions: Reelworld Institute, Toronto Arts Council and Director's Guild of Canada. Representatives from each organization will outline the opportunities available to those who want to work in the industry and answer your questions about any of the programs they run. MORE INFO |
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