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Half Initiative Camera Department Creative Workshop Part 1

Ryan Murphy's The HALF Initiative and GEI will co-host a virtual two-part camera and cinematography workshop led by industry professionals that have worked on various TV shows (9-1-1, Scream Queens, American Horror Story, Glee) and films (Memento, The Italian Job). Part one will be a panel discussion focusing on topics like breaking down scenes, different camera department roles on set, working with directors to prep and shoot scenes, and more. At the end of the first session, attendees will be assigned groups to work together on a creative assignment to present during the second session. In part two, panelists will provide direct feedback to each group on their presentation.

Half Initiative Camera Department Creative Workshop Part 2

Ryan Murphy's The HALF Initiative and GEI will co-host a virtual two-part camera and cinematography workshop led by industry professionals that have worked on various TV shows (9-1-1, Scream Queens, American Horror Story, Glee) and films (Memento, The Italian Job). Part one will be a panel discussion focusing on topics like breaking down scenes, different camera department roles on set, working with directors to prep and shoot scenes, and more. At the end of the first session, attendees will be assigned groups to work together on a creative assignment to present during the second session. In part two, panelists will provide direct feedback to each group on their presentation.

GEI x Disney General Entertainment Virtual Production Assistant Professional Development Training

Disney General Entertainment will be hosting a virtual workshop focusing on navigating an entertainment career as a production assistant with an emphasis on professional development strategies and practices. Presenters will focus on discussing how to build a PA resume and defining actionable career guidelines and insights, such as identifying the target audience, joining professional groups, understanding and tracking the trades, job placement and outreach, and maintaining relationships.

GEI x NPACT Virtual Unscripted Event

GEI will co-host a virtual event with NPACT, who will provide more insight into the unscripted industry, as well as provide professional development training.

GEI & The MBS Group: LA Production Assistant Training Weekend 1

GEI and The MBS Group have crafted a four-day introductory Production Assistant training for participants in the Los Angeles area. This training will be conducted over two weekends and is designed for participants who have little to no PA experience and would like to be prepared for future PA placement opportunities.

GEI 3-Year Anniversary Event

GEI will be hosting an in-person reception in Los Angeles to celebrate program achievements.

GEI & The MBS Group: LA Production Assistant Training Weekend 2

GEI and The MBS Group have crafted a four-day introductory Production Assistant training for participants in the Los Angeles area. This training will be conducted over two weekends and is designed for participants who have little to no PA experience and would like to be prepared for future PA placement opportunities.

GEI x NRDC Climate Change NYC Storytelling Event

As part of the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)'s Rewrite the Future initiative, NRDC will be facilitating an in-person Climate Storytelling 101 workshop. ABOUT NRDC: NRDC works to safeguard the earth—its people, its plants and animals, and the natural systems on which all life depends. Rewrite the Future aims to enlist the power of storytelling to help us turn the climate crisis around. NRDC offers a range of support to encourage more, varied, and compelling climate stories in entertainment, including content experts and story consulting, events and workshops, and help with new project development.

GEI x Multitude Nonfiction Docs 101 Event

GEI will be co-hosting with Multitude Films for an in-person NYC event. Open with a panel presentation by Multitude Films' Vice President, Anya Rous, Head of Production, Sweta Vohra, and Producer, Colleen Cassingham. Panelists will share Multitude's origin story and approach as a production company and speak about their roles on the team. Next, they will share examples of productions Multitude has worked on, touching on the production process from development to distribution, and showing trailers/film clips.

Sony Pictures TV – Nonfiction Los Angeles Event

GEI is partnering with Sony Pictures Television - Nonfiction (SPTN) for an event at their LA offices. Speakers will provide insights into nonfiction entertainment as well as professional development and networking opportunities.

GEI x FilmNation Mock Interview Virtual Session

GEI will be hosting virtual group mock interviews with FilmNation representatives. Participants will receive constructive feedback from FilmNation reps to improve their interview skills for internships and entry-level positions.

Netflix Unscripted Casting Workshop

GEI is partnering with Netflix to host an in-person Los Angeles workshop for a deep dive into unscripted casting.

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