UPCOMING EVENTS

Spring Sync-up with San Diego Media Pros
Apr
9

Spring Sync-up with San Diego Media Pros

In February we tried something new at the Sync-Up. And our Mentor Hour was so well received, we are doing it again! This time, we have invited Jeff Fox, the marketing expert from our March 27 event plus Nicole Franco, a producer, production designer and actor, along with a third mentor to be announced!

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February Sync up
Feb
20

February Sync up

Join us on Tuesday, February 20 from 6pm to 8pm (or later!) at AleSmith Brewing Company and get motivated and inspired. Talk with the board of directors of San Diego Media Pros and hear what we are planning for fun and collaborative events to unite crew, industry and community. Find out about the film, video, audio and corporate projects your colleagues and friends have on the horizon too!

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December Sync-up
Dec
12

December Sync-up

  • Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens - Liberty Station (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join San Diego Media Pros on Tuesday, December 12, from 6-8 pm, as we mingle and jingle at Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens at the historic Liberty Station. Bring an unwrapped toy or book for Toys for Tots.

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Screenwriters: The    Creators of Story
Oct
10

Screenwriters: The Creators of Story

Join us for Screenwriters: The Creators of Story on Tuesday, October 10.

Learn about screenwriting for features, television, streaming and digital media from two writers who have successfully made it their profession. Screenwriters John Wierick (Hallmark, made-for-TV) and Michael A. Ross (Netflix, CBS, ABC) will join us for a discussion of their craft.  We plan to cover: 

  • How has the TV writing landscape changed over the years?

  • What’s it like in a writer’s room? 

  • Why is it important that writers have experience working on set? 

  • How do you know when you have a real concept for a film, and not just a fun idea for a scene?

  • What does the newly settled Writers Guild of America strike mean for screenwriters?

Come with your questions.

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Summer Social
Jul
25

Summer Social

Something's Brewing!

This month we find ourselves returning to a favorite haunt that has welcomed us with open arms twice in the past: Alesmith Brewing Company.

Besides ample parking and a cool vibe, Alesmith also boosts three new award-winning brews from the 2023 Brewers Cup of California: Nut Brown English Ale (Gold), a non-alcoholic IPA (Bronze), and a Wee Heavy Scottish Ale (Bronze.)

So join us on Tuesday, July 25th, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, to meet and mingle with new friends and old and toast to a summer that has FINALLY arrived!

Cost

No charge for members or non-members.  This event is a No Host bar.   Students are welcome, but you must be 21 or older to purchase and consume alcohol.

Please register so that we can let our host know how many folks to expect.

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Drones – What Everyone Else Needs to Know
Jul
9

Drones – What Everyone Else Needs to Know

Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your production to new heights. During our four-hour Drones workshop on Sunday, July 9 at Kit Carson Park in Escondido, we will cover:

  • Previsualization & Safety

  • Noise & Downdraft Mitigation

  • Camera Matching and Options 

  • Drone Use in Establishing and Action Shots

  • Selecting a Drone Operator and Cost Estimation 

  • Plus – Drone demonstrations to show you what is possible and lots of time for Q and A. 

We developed our Drones workshop for producers, directors, production managers, actors, and anyone who works on set interested in using drones in production. Our topics are more about the value of aerial photography and how to plan for drone production and less about the drone operation. If you are a drone operator, please join us too! 

When and Where

Date: Sunday, July 9th 10am to 2pm 

Location: Kit Carson Park in Escondido, Tree Lake 1 Picnic Pavilion, 3333 Bear Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92025

Tree Lake 1 Picnic Pavilion is a covered pavilion with picnic tables for seating. It’s located on the south end of the park near the adult softball fields. 

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 Feel free to bring your own chair if you’d like.

Our Schedule 

  • 9:30am          Doors open - mix and mingle

  • 10:00am        Event begins   

  • 10:15am          Desi Ekstein – Drone administration and safety

  • 10:45am         Greg Lefevre - Cinemagraphics

  • 11:15am           Cooper Groves and Shayn Mitchell – Mechanics you should know 

  • 12:00pm         Lunch is ON US!  

  • 1:00pm           Small group demonstrations

  • 1:45pm            Final Q and A 

  • 2:00pm          Wrap

Pricing

  • Members: Free

  • Non-Members: $25 in advance, $30 at the door

  • Students: Free if student status has been validated

Click here for more information and to register.

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Action Cinematography Workshop
Apr
1

Action Cinematography Workshop

We are starting off the year in motion! What goes into filming an action sequence with faster than normal movements, fighting characters, quick blocking changes, motion props, and a moving camera with the lens near the actor?

These scenes bring new unfamiliar risks, framing difficulties, unexpected challenges, and unfavorable results unless your Director of Photography and the rest of your crew are practiced in the art of action cinematography.

We have lined up two experienced DPs who, along with stunt professionals from the Southern California Stunt Crew, will demonstrate shot framing, actor and camera blocking, visual style, stacking and fight choreography.

We’ll even break down basic coverage of a fight scene to meet a tight shoot schedule while keeping safety top of mind.

This event is sponsored by our host The Film Hub, a creative, collaborative co-working space with three production studios, a backlot and much more.

More information and registration

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2023 Kickoff Mixer -  Industry Sync Up
Mar
7

2023 Kickoff Mixer - Industry Sync Up

We had our 2023 Kickoff Mixer and Industry Sync-Up in the heart of Sorrento Valley at New English Brewing. About 50 film, video, TV and other media professionals gathered to connect and collaborate. Were you able to join us?

Phot credit - Jeffrey Lehman

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