“It Starts Now” Film and Video contest seeks inspiring stories about obesity in America. Entries should creatively inspire, motivate and educate the public about issues related to obesity, and can be in any genre: drama, documentary, journalism, animation, experimental or PSA. A jury from film, TV, journalism and health industries will award prizes totaling over $10,000. Winners will premiere their works in Los Angeles during ObesityWeek 2015 (Nov. 2 – 7), the largest international event focused on the science, clinical application and prevention of obesity. Entries must be received by October 1, 2015. No submission fee. For further information and application please visit: http://itstartsnow.asmbs.org/
I’m H.Cherdon (pronounced SHARE+done) Austin Film Meet's Founder, Director & Host. My soul thrives on creating, so I make things: stories, books, blogs, films, art, side hustles, too many sweets and even people. I’m a passionate, compassionate, glass-half-full kind of person driven by a strong need for deep human connection and a close-knit, supportive community.
Austin Film Meet is a support, networking, education & collaboration community for indie film, video & media makers of all positions & skill levels. Since 2008, we've brought people together and hosted more than 450 different programs and events. We raise skill levels & professionalism through increased awareness, education & experience. We encourage a sense of community & a pay-it-forward attitude within our group. We help each other help each other.
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We welcome anyone with an interest in pursuing film, video or new media. We are producers, crew, directors, videographers, actors, artists, youtubers, gaffers, promoters, writers, designers, photographers, coordinators, cinematographers, grips, sound techs, musicians, sound designers, composers, drone operators, coordinators & more!