2018 Agents & Editors Conference
3 days. More than 20 agents and editors. Bestselling and award-winning authors and publishing professionals. Nearly 300 writers across all genres. Countless panels, presentations, and networking opportunities.
Now in its 25th year, the Writers' League of Texas Agents & Editors Conference is one of the nation's premier conferences for writers, an invaluable opportunity for attendees to discover new tools to strengthen their writing (craft), gain insight and perspective on the ever-changing publishing landscape while connecting with some of the industry's top players (business), and meet and network with fellow writers (community).
Writers at every stage of their career can benefit from attending this conference. Beginners can learn about the sometimes mystifying publishing industry and prepare themselves for the journey ahead. Those with completed manuscripts can pitch to industry professionals and gain knowledge about self-promotion and marketing. Published authors can deepen their understanding of market trends and network with other rising stars in the world of writing.
What's more, the weekend's worth of programming -- complete with genre sessions, panels, presentations, evening receptions, and more -- takes place just steps away from the shore of beautiful Lady Bird Lake in downtown Austin, Texas, a city like no other.
Austin Entertainment Business- Tunnel to Hollywood
Details
Jennifer Hutchins will start sharing her contact book of TOP Hollywood producers creating a tunnel to Hollywood with the Austin Entertainment Business attendees.
What: Austin Entertainment Business- "Tunnel to Hollywood"
When: June 21, 2018
Time: 6PM-8PM
Where: The Speakeasy - 412 Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701
Who should attend? Investors, Human Resources, Producers, Directors, Writers, Production Company Reps, Agents, Managers, Actors, Actresses, Director of Photography, Production Designers, Editors, Costume Designers, Musicians, Composers, Casting Directors, Acting Teachers, Studio Teachers, Camera, G&E, Sound, Hair/ Makeup, Wardrobe, Art Department, Visual Effects, Colorists, Animation, Production Assistants, and more!
ABOUT: TV/Film producer Jennifer Hutchins, https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1860401/, gives insider entertainment industry advice while introducing a helpful guest speaker with an expert knowledge in the the entertainment business each month. Attendees can introduce themselves to the group, exchange skills and get recommendations and referrals. The goal of "Austin Entertainment Business" is to get people hired and paid while forming dream teams!
June Guest speakers: TBD
June 2018: Schedule
6PM-6:30PM- arrivals/ meet and greet for members and their guests
6:30PM- Networkers can introduce themselves to the group on open microphone.
7:00PM- 7:45PM: Guest Speakers
7:45-8:00PM- Cont..Networkers can introduce themselves to the group on open microphone.
8:00PM- Room opens to the general public/ continued networking
Speakeasy is a sprawling 3-level nightclub with nightly live music & weekend DJs, '20s-style decor & rooftop patio. Drink specials for group members and their guests: $5 cocktails and $4 beers.
What to bring
It's helpful to have a goal in mind and be specific.
Networkers are already landing jobs at "Austin Entertainment Business" events and the group has been listed as an official support organization on the Austin Film Commission website: https://www.austintexas.org/film-commission/resources-and-tools/support-organizations/. 80% of jobs are from relationships and referrals.
Follow us:
https://www.facebook.com/Austin-Entertainment-Business-1865711347059637/
Official Website:
https://www.austinentertainmentbusiness.com/
Job Board: https://www.facebook.com/groups/AustinEntertainmentBusiness/
Black List Austin Happy Hour
Black List Austin Happy Hours are back at the Austin Film Society Cinema!
The Black List expanded our Happy Hours for one primary reason: to create social hubs for writers around the world where they can meet other screenwriters and discuss the craft and the reality of the screenwriter's life.
So join your fellow Texas writers at our Austin happy hour! Come to enjoy the drinks and the company. You never know who you might meet!
We'll be hosting happy hours on the first Wednesday of every month from 6PM - 9PM.
The event is free and open to the public (cash bar), so spread the word to your writer friends but be sure to RSVP!
New Republic Studios 48 Hr Film Project Open House
Join us at New Republic Studios for an Open House and a drawing to see who will be able to utilize these great facilities during the 48 Hr Film Project! Drinks will be made available.
Third Thursday with the ISA
Join us for the inaugural Third Thursdays with the ISA - Austin, a monthly mixer for screenwriters and the entire film and television community. Mingle with fellow screenwriters, meet film and television industry professionals, and win screenwriter door prizes all in the fun, causal atmosphere of Latchkey on 6th in central Austin. This event is free and open to all 21+.
Network Austin Mixer May 2018 ~ Casting Director Panel, Part 2
We enjoyed an excellent mixer last month with our first of two panels of casting directors this year, and now it’s time for our second on Wednesday, May 9th at Opal Divine’s Austin Grill!
These are important Mixers for one simple reason: to learn what it takes to get cast. After all, all actors are looking for paying work, and it is the job of casting directors to find the right talent for the job. In a nutshell, these hard-working professionals are the decision makers as to who gets invited to audition for roles. Actors need to know exactly what casting directors do, how they think, what they look for, what their responsibilities are, and what they expect from actors. We’ll be offering more of that information and addressing your questions and concerns at our next Mixer on Wednesday, May 9th. So brush up your résumé & dig up your headshot and mark your calendar for May 9th.
Casting Directors on May 9th:
☆ Sally Allen of Brock Allen Casting
☆ Donise L. Hardy, CSA of A Casting Place
The program will commence with an introduction from each casting director sharing with the audience about themselves, their experience, and their companies. Then the floor will open to the audience for a Q & A session which will last approximately a half hour.
Instructions for Headshots & Résumés: Actors are encouraged to bring 2 sets of headshots & résumés (1 for each casting company), with the headshot & résumé stapled back-to-back, for placement at a designated table upon arrival, preferably prior to the beginning of the program, so that they can have your submission package to review when they leave.