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EVENT SCHEDULE

Expo Hours 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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Eventbrite - Mass Media Expo 2014
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INDUSTRY EXHIBITION 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Showcasing the most complete range of film and media companies in Massachusetts; including top creative production & post production companies, suppliers, innovative products & organizations. Meet the exhibitors here.
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KEYNOTE PRESENTATION 12:00 Noon – 1:30 PM

OPENING REMARKS
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• Mayor Martin J. Walsh – City of Boston
• Anita Walker – Executive Director, Mass Cultural Council
• Margie Sullivan – President, MPC
• Lisa Strout – Director, MA Film Office

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SPECIAL FEATURE FILM PRESENTATION
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THE FINEST HOURS
A Mass production story on the making of The Finest Hours.
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A conversation with the producers and specialists bringing this extraordinary Massachusetts story to screen in Disney’s production of The Finest Hours. The major motion picture brings together a dream team of Producers, Marine Coordinator, and Stunt Coordinator for one of the largest and most highly anticipated films to lens in the Bay state.
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Based on the spellbinding tale of the 1952 Coast Guard sea rescue off the shores of Cape Cod – join us for a special panel discussion with the team behind this production, and some of the most prestigious blockbuster sea-faring movies of our time.
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• Dorothy Aufiero – Producer
• Doug Merrifield – Executive Producer
• Bruce Ross – Marine Coordinator
• Kevin Scott – Stunt Coordinator
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Moderated by: Lisa Strout – Director, MA Film Office
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• Learn more about the panel here: Keynote Presentation.

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THE WORKING ACTOR 12:30 – 1:30 PM (Fraser Studio)
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Meet a panel of distinguished local talent in a special forum where these working actors will take you behind the scenes of what it takes to be a successful actor in Massachusetts. Recognized for their work on screens large and small, the panel of familiar faces will discuss how they “get the gig”, train for auditions, and manage their careers. Topics will include, preparation and training, nailing the audition, and the business of being an actor.
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Owen Burke, Chris Everett, Tamara Hickey, Celeste Olivia & Bates Wilder
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Moderated by: Jordan Rich, WBZ Boston

• Learn more about the panel here: The Working Actor.

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FLASH DEMOS 2:00 – 3:30 PM (Fraser Studio)
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See the latest and greatest film and media production tools and products through special demos from these cutting edge companies.
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• Rule Boston Camera – rule.com
• Signiant – signiant.com
• Blackmagic Design – blackmagicdesign.com
• AJA Video Systems – aja.com

• Learn more about the demos here: Flash Demos.

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ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN MEDIA, CONTENT & TECHNOLOGY
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2:15 – 3:30 PM (Yawkey Theater)
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How do media innovators succeed in business? Whether your business is production of an independent motion picture or in content / high technology, just about every startup is looking to compete for attention and raise money.
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Among the questions to be discussed are: Understanding what investors want and what kinds of investors are out there, how to structure a business with your partners and other founders, understanding the life-cycle of a company after the start up phase, and how to find mentors and learn from the successes and mistakes of others.
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• Brett Beaulieu-Jones – Co-founder, Sync OnSet
• Paul Bernon – Producer, Burn Later Productions
• Karl Büttner – Chief Mentorship Officer, MassChallenge
• Joshua Miller – Co-founder, 3Play Media
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Moderated by: Mark A. Fischer – Partner, Duane Morris

• Learn more about the panel here: Entrepreneurship in Media, Content & Technology.

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DOCUMENTARY SERIES IN THE DIGITAL AGE
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4:00 – 5:30 PM (Yawkey Theater)
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Learn how WGBH has adapted traditional narrative forms while embracing innovative technology to compete in the changing information marketplace from the producers of the signature ‘GBH programs: American Experience, FRONTLINE, and NOVA.
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Introduced by Ed Chuk – Director, WGBH Production Group
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• Mike Kirk – Senior Producer, FRONTLINE
• Michael Rossi – Producer, American Experience
• Chris Schmidt – Senior Producer, NOVA
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Moderated by: Tim Mangini – Senior Director of Production Technology, WGBH

• Learn more about the panel here: Documentary Series in the Digital Age.

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Atrium Media Café 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Throughout the day the beautiful Yawkey Atrium will house a media café to enjoy lunch, coffee & light fare.
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Cocktail Reception 5:30 – 6:00 PM
Join us for the Expo closing celebration to cap off a great day with a cocktail reception and hors d’oeuvres.
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Eventbrite - Mass Media Expo 2014
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How to Register
Advance tickets can be purchased online through Eventbrite.
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General Admission is just $25. MPC Member Admission is only $15.
We recommend purchasing tickets online in advance to secure admission.
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MPC Membership
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