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Houston’s “HOW TO” Film Conference

November 16 @ 1:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Free – $125

Come network & learn the ins and outs of filmmaking from industry pros! Workshops, Panels, Vendors, a meet & greet, industry mixer, & more!

By Dirty Stove Productions

Date and time

Saturday, November 16 · 1 – 8pm EST

Location

1201 Main St suite 101

1201 Main Street #suite 101 Houston, TX 77002

Refund Policy

Contact the organizer to request a refund.
Eventbrite’s fee is nonrefundable.

Agenda

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

“HOW TO” ACT & AUDITION WORKSHOP

Casting Director Natasha Ward


An engaging Acting & Audition Technique workshop led by renowned Casting Director, Producer, and acting coach NATASHA WARD. This hands on session will provide participants with invaluable insights i…

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

“HOW TO” Direct & Pitch Workshop

Greg Carter


Greg Carter has been bringing films and television shows back to his hometown since he began filming. With movies like “Hip Hop Family Christmas” (executive produced by Jamie Foxx) and shows like “5t…

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

“HOW TO” WRITER’S WORKSHOP


Come learn what it feels like to be in a writer’s room, how to pitch your scripts to producers/directors, outlining, ghostwriting, and so much more!

3:00 PM – 8:30 PM

“HOW TO” Network – Industry Meet & Greet, Vendors + Headshots!

BLCK MARKET HOUSTON


Join us for the “How TO” Film Conference Meet & Greet, a premier networking event for industry professionals! Connect with actors, actresses, directors, cinematographers, producers, editors, industry…

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

“HOW TO” Get Cast & “HOW TO” Get Hired Panels

Gail Bean, Natasha Ward, Greg Carter


These two panels will explore essential topics such as how to successfully land auditions, the current state of the industry, and the best practices for self-taping in today’s digital age. Additional…

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

“HOW TO” Find Funding & “HOW TO” Get Distribution Panels

D’Angela Proctor, Michelle Mower, Producer J.O Malone


This engaging discussion will cover crucial topics, including the state of indie film today, strategies for securing funding, and innovative approaches to distribution. Our experts will also explore …

7:00 PM – 7:30 PM

SPECIAL GUEST INTERVIEW & SIT DOWN

Houston’s “HOW TO” Film Conference


Come join our special SURPRISE GUEST who will come have a sit down interview to talk about their journey and share all of the opportunities coming to the Houston Film Community!!!!

7:30 PM – 8:30 PM

INDUSTRY MIXER

Houston’s “HOW TO” Film Conference


Get to mix, mingle and ask more questions to the filmmakers and Industry experts as we wind down from the conference!

About this event

  • Event lasts 7 hours

Houston’s “HOW TO” Film Conference is the ultimate event for aspiring filmmakers, actors, screenwriters, producers and all creatives! Join us for a day filled with one-one workshops where you will get feedback from professionals, informative panels from industry experts, and networking opportunities. Don’t miss our industry Meet & Greet + access to the BLCK MARKET with over 50 vendors. FREE HEADSHOTS to the first 25 VIP ticket buyers!

There will also be an exclusive interview with a special guest that will share their journey and all the opportunities coming to the Houston Film Community! And meet our industry experts as we close out with a MIXER!

IF YOU’RE INTERESTED IN BEING A VENDOR OR SPONSOR, PLEASE EMAIL HOUSTONFILMCONFERENCE@GMAIL.COM

FOR MEDIA/PUBLIC RELATIONS, PLEASE EMAIL KW@KENNFOLK.COM

PANELIST INCLUDE: Actress GAIL BEAN (Snowfall, P-Valley, The Belko Experiment), Executive Producer/Producer D’ANGELA PROCTOR (Keyshia Cole: This is My Story, Unsung Hollywood, When Love Kills: The Falicia Blakely Story), Casting Director and Producer NATASHA WARD (Brotherly Love, Kicks, The Perfect Match), MICHELLE MOWER (A Woman Betrayed, The Last Beautiful Girl, What Happened to my Sister), Director & Screenwriter GREG CARTER (Hip Hop Family Christmas, 5th Ward, Lucky Girl), VINCENT POWELLProducer J.O MALONE (National Black Film Festival) and more soon to be announced!!!

Join us on Sat Nov 16 2024 at 12:30 PM at 1201 Main St suite 101 for a day filled with creativity and inspiration.

Venue

1201 Main Street Suite #101, Houston, TX 77002
1201 Main Street Suite #101, Houston, TX 77002
Houston, TX 77002 United States
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208) 504-0304
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