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  • May 2024

  • Mon 20

    SAFTEY FIRST

    May 20, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
    Virtual DULUTH, MN, United States

    We know when it comes to safety, we all play a part! All individuals on set must communicate and work together to prevent accidents. We also know that experience and knowledge vary among crews and that safety is never done! The goal of this meeting is to start the discussion around safety by hearing from […]

  • August 2024

  • Sat 10

    2 Day PA Workshop

    August 10, 2024 @ 9:00 am - August 11, 2024 @ 5:30 pm
    Lost Forty Studios Chisholm

    This introductory workshop offers practical hands-on training to prepare you for a career as a production assistant on a film or television set. Explore responsibilities, other positions and hierarchy, walkie-talkie and set etiquette and lingo, call sheet and sides creation, production paperwork, and more! Trainees will be able to provide clerical and administrative duties to […]

  • September 2024

  • Fri 27

    UMFO 3 Day Hands-On Filmmaking Experience

    September 27, 2024 - September 29, 2024
    Lost Forty Studios Chisholm

    IN THIS 3-DAY IMMERSIVE WORKSHOP:
    - Learn the basics of shooting a film. (crew positions, setiquette, flow, etc..)
    - Work alongside working filmmakers in the making of a scene, and rotate to different roles throughout the weekend.
    - Gain practical on-set film production experience.
    - Learn how the various departments such as Grip & Electric, Sound, Camera, and Art work together and how best to assist in those departments.
    - Build invaluable professional connections within the MN film community.
    - Be eligible for paid PA positions on incoming film productions.

    Friday, September 27
    12 pm - 5 pm, presentation from UMFO and Lost Forty Studios, and introductions to instructors.

    Saturday, September 28
    Call-time at 10 am, wrap at 5 pm. (specific times subject to change)

    Sunday, September 29
    Call-time at 10 am, wrap at 5 pm. (specific times subject to change)

  • April 2025

  • Sat 26

    2 Day Costumes Department Workshop

    April 26, 2025 - April 27, 2025
    Lost Forty Studios Chisholm

    SIGN UP HERE!  This immersive workshop provides a comprehensive introduction to the world of film costuming and wardrobe management. Participants will explore key areas such as: Roles and Responsibilities – Understanding the costume department’s structure, including costume designers, supervisors, set costumers, and wardrobe assistants. Script & Character Analysis – Learning to break down scripts, create […]

  • May 2025

  • Sat 3

    Twin Cities The Actor & Film Industry Expo (AFIE)

    May 3, 2025 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Twin Cities Film Festival 1633 West End Blvd, St. Louis Park, United States

    Date: Saturday, May 3, 2025 Location: 1623 Park Pl Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55416 1621 West End Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55416 GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!  Event Schedule: 8:00am - Filmmaker Audition Check-ins 8:30 -11:15am - Filmmaker Auditions (See more information below) 10:45am - AFIE Registration Begins 10:45am - 3:45 pm - Visit […]

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