PRESENTERS
JOYCE TSANG OF STILLMOTION “ADVANCED STORYTELLING PRESENTATION AND HANDS-ON WORKSHOP”
Joyce of StillMotion is joining our POSH Retreat lineup this year! She is not only presenting about storytelling and overcoming our fear as filmmakers but she is also leading a 3 hour hands-on workshop on advanced storytelling techniques. StillMotion recently was honored with three Emmys for A Game of Honor. They are one of the most sought after filmmaking studios in the World for both wedding and national commercial projects so we are honored to have Joyce in Scottsdale in November for POSH 2012.
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They call me the ninja. More than just being fast I’m always looking to stay a step ahead and be there before things happen. My background is mechanical engineering, a totally different world than filmmaking, but it helps me to approach each project with an analytical mindset so that my choices are always pushing the story forward. Three years ago you could find me working on a 3D model of a new medical device where as today I’m likely on a commercial set, filming a documentary or sharing our ideas with you.
My transition has been quicker than I could have ever imagined. I remember looking through the lens on the sidelines of the Superbowl, just 18 months after I ventured into the cinema world, thinking how did I get here? Somewhere along that journey I discovered my voice and I’m excited to share what I’ve learned in this crazy journey, some key steps that can help you be a faster, more thoughtful, and confident filmmaker. More than just talking, I want to challenge you to try some of these techniques in an additional hands-on workshop.
StillMotion’s presentation and workshop are sponsored by Cinevate.
Joyce will cover:
- connecting with what you do
- telling powerful stories the value of the couple / client relationship business vs. art
- becoming a great cinematographer 5 tips on how to grow quickly as a filmmaker
- taking risks and overcoming challenges
- making the most out of opportunities conquering your fear
Wedding film
Volunteer project for a youth organization
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Bio:
Meg Simone may hail from Northern New Hampshire, some say “the sticks,” but as an Event DV Top 25, and two time InFocus 1st place film contest winner, she must be doing something right!? She is most known for her longer documentary style films, averaging 9-39+ minutes (gasp). Despite the short attention spans of todays modern couples, she is still able to come up with compelling story lines that make each couple feel like they were cast in their own blockbuster film (well, more like NPR meets Hollywood). Featured on websites clear across the country and rejected by Style Me Pretty’s LBB, her ability to tell a story and the secrets behind how she does it defies what the industry perceives as “swoon worthy.” Meg’s care free attitude and approach to filmmaking may not be for everyone, but her secrets to making better stories will have you racing to the sign up button to learn more and save your seat for POSH 2012!
Meg’s unconventional approach to business and life separates her from the pack. She will be sharing inside information to help you become a better storyteller and make compelling films that will withstand trends, time, and technology.
- Learn how to dig for a story even when your couple “doesn’t have one.”
- Learn how to create a story when couples insist you don’t interview them and remain “unobtrusive.”
- Meg will walk you though getting to know your client “virtually” through her custom online questionnaires and even skype meetings. This prep translates to easier story telling, faster editing, and less backlog
- Analyze real wedding footage of Meg in action demonstrating her success at crafting interesting wedding film stories.
- Through a series of conversation, video analysis, and hands on exercises you will be ready to attack any filming situation you are thrown into.
- Each participant will have the option to explore a one-on-one film critique with Meg before or during the event. Details and schedule to follow.
This film was captured using an interview method.
This film was captured from an unobtrusive standpoint, and meg was told not to talk to or interview anyone.
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CRISTINA VALDIVIESO OF SOCIETY HILL STUDIOS “HANDS-ON GLIDECAM TRAINING”
Cristina Valdivieso is a filmmaker based out of Philadelphia, PA. Her work spans many genres including documentary, commercial, and wedding and event filmmaking. She is co-owner of Society Hill Studios, a boutique wedding and event filmmaking company, that was named one of Event DV’s Top 25 Hottest and Most Influential Filmmakers in the World in 2010. She has done freelance work for numerous companies such as NBC, CBS, Showtime, and Primetime UK. In addition to her work as a filmmaker, Cristina is the co-founder of Shoot Edit Learn which is an on-going and evolving effort to educate, entertain, and hopefully inspire other independent filmmakers.
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KIM FREELS “BECOMING A BIG FISH IN A BIG POND” and “SHOOTING LIKE A PRO HANDS-ON WORKSHOP”
Bio
Knowing what you want to do with your life is not something that comes easy for most people. For me, working in video production was my calling since the 7th grade! After working various jobs in this field for several years after high school, I moved to Bakersfield where I landed a position as the main editor for HDM. Under the employment of Andrew Waite, I learned how to shoot and edit wedding films, corporate videos, and how to run the day to day tasks of a business. In the past three years, HDM’s wedding division, Lovestruck Films, has blossomed and thrived under the care of our HDM team. With my love of the industry and the knowledge I have gained, I have a passion to share what I have gathered with other cinematographers to help them on their journey!
“Becoming a big fish in a big pond”
I know all you ladies are wanting to stand your own in this male dominant industry! There is a way to take your business to the next level and show your competitors you are real competition. I have seen the company I work for grow from a one man band, to a working office with full time employees. I will go over the steps that our company took which directly made the growing of our business. I will show how important it is to have goals, good branding, and a solid day to day work flow.
“Shooting like a Pro” hands-on workshop
Storytelling is a must! But to stand out in this industry, you need to couple your story with impressive footage. I will go over how to get footage that looks like a movie when all cut together. I will do this by giving you hands on training showing:
- How to expose properly indoors and out
- How to diversify your shooting
- How to make it look like four people were shooting when it was just you!
Links to our work:
Most of you know my coworker Erin from our adventure blogs! This is our most recent highlight of her sister’s wedding in Arizona.
I got married September 26th 2010. I had the pleasure of having my team shoot my wedding. I got to edit my own highlight!