As one of the most successful genres for launching careers, horror has stood the test of time as a playful genre for innovation and new talent to succeed within low budget limitations. This year’s judges include producers and managers at the top of their game in the horror genre, with films to their credit including DONNIE DARKO, INSIDIOUS, SAW, GET OUT, THE PURGE and many more.

Mark your calendar: the final deadline is June 29th, 2018.

The 2018 judges include some of Hollywood’s top horror movie producers:
• Sean McKittrick, Film Producer at Darko Entertainment, and the producer of such films as DONNIE DARKO, PRIDE AND PREJUDICE AND ZOMBIES and Jordan Peele’s recent blockbuster GET OUT.
• Ryan Turek, VP of Development at Blumhouse Productions (company credits include PARANORMAL ACTIVITY, INSIDIOUS, SINISTER, OCULUS, THE PURGE, THE GREEN INFERNO and Academy-award nominee WHIPLASH). Turek is also the founder of popular horror website ShockTillYouDrop.com.
• Kailey Marsh, Manager / Producer and CEO of Kailey Marsh Media as well as the creator of Bloodlist.com & BloodList, the highly anticipated annual list of best unproduced horror and dark genre screenplays in Hollywood. Kailey’s clients include multiple staffed writers & directors as well as clients writing projects for studios.
• Andrew Wilson, Manager at Zero Gravity Management, the production and management production company behind dozens of genre films, as well as such top Hollywood talent as Katherine Heigl, Madison Iseman, Will Yun Lee, Maggie Grace, Dolph Lundgren, Kellan Lutz and many more.

SUBMIT YOUR HORROR SCREENPLAY FOR CONSIDERATION HERE BY THE FINAL DEADLINE ON JUNE 29th.

As always, keep writing!

– Team ScreenCraft

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The AT&T SHAPE Create-a-thon is offering a free and unique chance for filmmakers like you to shoot your next film idea over a weekend at Warner Bros. Studios. If you have a story to tell, the AT&T Create-a-thon wants to help you make it a reality. This opportunity is open to both students and professional filmmakers who have script ideas for any genre from sci-fi to drama to webisodes.

You’ll have a chance to win a $10,000* cash prize for the best, completed film in a number of categories.

We are looking for content creators—writers, directors, actors, videographers, animators, and related roles—to showcase their work and see what they can create in a weekend. All are welcome, from students to professionals.

There’s no entry fee, so submit your script or storyboard for the chance to participate by April 27, 2018. We will be choosing 64 teams to shoot their short film on June 2–3, 2018 at Warner Bros. Studios using select iconic cityscapes and backlots.

Submit Now

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Winners Eligible for Oscars®

The Academy is now accepting entries for its 2018 Student Academy Awards® competition. All Student Academy Award® winners become eligible for Oscars® consideration. The entry deadline for submissions is Friday, June 1.

The U.S. competition is open to all full-time undergraduate and graduate students whose films are made within the curricular structure of an eligible accredited institution.

The international competition allows two options for students at international film schools to submit their films. In addition to CILECT-member schools submitting one student film per international film school category, international students may now enter films that qualify through film festivals recognized by the Student Academy Awards Executive Committee.

For the fourth year, students are asked to submit their films online using FilmFreeway, a widely used festival and competition platform. Complete rules, the SAA qualifying film festivals list and a link to the online submission platform are available at www.oscars.org/saa.

The 45th Student Academy Awards presentation will be held on Thursday, October 11, at the Academy’s Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills.

Past winners have gone on to receive 59 Oscar nominations and have won or shared 10 awards. This year, two 2017 Student Academy Award winners received Oscar nominations in the Live Action Short Film category: Katja Benrath, a Gold Medal winner in the Narrative (International Film Schools) category for “Watu Wote/All of Us,” and Kevin Wilson, Jr., a Gold Medal winner in the Narrative (Domestic Film Schools) category for “My Nephew Emmett.” Past Student Academy Award winners include filmmakers Patricia Cardoso, Pete Docter, Cary Fukunaga, John Lasseter, Spike Lee, Trey Parker, Patricia Riggen and Robert Zemeckis.

In 1972, the Academy established the Student Academy Awards to provide a platform for emerging global filmmakers by creating opportunities within the industry to showcase their work.

ABOUT THE ACADEMY
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is a global community of more than 8,000 of the most accomplished artists, filmmakers and executives working in film. In addition to celebrating and recognizing excellence in filmmaking through the Oscars, the Academy supports a wide range of initiatives to promote the art and science of the movies, including public programming, educational outreach and the upcoming Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, which is under construction in Los Angeles.

FOLLOW THE ACADEMY

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This scholarship serves the purpose of being able to help one student get closer to achieving their goal of landing their dream career without having to rack up hundreds of thousands of student loan debt in order to do so.

Applicants will be required to answer a simple question in the form of a short essay and the winner will be selected based on the essay submitted. A committee led by Adrian Rubin will select a winner by the end of February 2019. This winner will receive $1000 towards their higher education, which will be sent directly to their school’s financial aid department.

Eligibility:

The following people are eligible for the Adrian Rubin Scholarship:

High school students graduating in 2018 that have been accepted into a college, university, trade school, or design school.
Students currently enrolled in a college, university, trade school, or design school.

Guidelines:

Adrian Rubin wants to hear your answer to this question, “ How do you think real estate investment trends will change over the next five years?” This should be a short essay of no more than 500 words.

Application Process:

Please complete each section of the form below. By submitting an application, the applicant gives Adrian Rubin consent to use their essay, name, and information for marketing and promotional purposes.

Submission Deadline:

January 1, 2019

Winner Selection:

The winner will be selected in February 2019. Once contacted, the winner will have two weeks to respond. If the winner does not respond, a new winner will be selected.

Interested in applying? Click Here.

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The competition is now in its fourth edition of the competition, and we’re placing the spotlight on aspiring and underrepresented storytellers, and are seeking short films—under 10 minutes—from creators utilizing innovative and emerging filmmaking technologies such as 360 cinematic video, films shot on mobile, and CGI/animated shorts.

The AT&T Film Awards is an open competition seeking imaginative, undiscovered short films from aspiring creators who want their voices heard. We are supporting and rewarding excellence in filmmaking with $60,000 in cash prizes, exposure, and a chance to take home the coveted AT&T Film Awards trophy during the finals on June 2, 2018 in Los Angeles.

There is no entry fee to submit your short film—by April 15, 2018—in the categories below:
BEST SHORT FILM: EMERGING FILMMAKERS

We are seeking inspiring and creative shorts from aspiring filmmakers. This is our open category, open to any narrative short film, documentaries, animated/CGI, 360-degree video, and shorts shot on mobile.
• First Place – $20,000 USD, 2nd Place – $10,000 USD, 3rd Place – $5,000 USD

BEST SHORT FILM: UNDERREPRESENTED CREATOR

We are awarding $10,000 to encourage the growth and development of creators from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds. Eligible creators include people with disabilities, LGBTQ, women, and people of color.
• Winner – $10,000 USD

BEST SHORT FILM: SHOT ON MOBILE

Awarded to the top short film shot on smartphone, tablet, or drone. Advances in mobile video technology has made filmmaking more accessible and affordable for aspiring creators. We are encouraging filmmakers to share their short films shot using mobile video technologies.
• Winner – $5,000 USD

BEST SHORT FILM: 360 CINEMATIC VIDEO

Awarded to the top short filmed in 360° cinematic video format – live-action video shot on a 360° camera or rig. We’re seeking imaginary and compelling 360° video from immersive storytellers across the U.S.
• Winner – $5,000 USD

BEST SHORT FILM: CGI/ANIMATED

Awarded to the top short film demonstrating the best use of CGI or animation.
• Winner – $5,000 USD

All finalists selected will win a trip to the AT&T Film Awards finals at Warner Bros. Studios on June 2, 2018. Travel and hotel accommodations will be provided.

Enter your short film today for your chance at cash prizes, exposure, and your chance to take home the AT&T Film Awards trophy!

SUBMIT YOUR SHORT FILM

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Music Intern:

Overview
Unpaid Internship **COLLEGE CREDIT REQUIRED. IF YOU’RE NOT IN COLLEGE, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY**
We are currently looking for interns to be assigned to the music content for All Def Digital’s music vertical, All Def Music.

We are looking for creative and hardworking people to help continue the tremendous growth our company and has experienced over the last year. Interns will be able to pitch ideas to producers, assist on set, work creatively with our staff, and many other amazing opportunities. Internships typically lasts 2-3 months.

Responsibilities:
– Date/Log footage directly from shoots
– Assist in research and development for new show formats and concepts
– Will research heavily in the latest music artists/news that will become main stories for docu-series.
– Assist Producers in coordination of potential production elements and packaging of features preparing to go into production.
– Designate and research potential industry relationships
– Assist with various aspects of projects by consolidating information through spreadsheets and documents.
– Assist in the creation of marketing materials for select projects
– Gear pick-ups and returns
– General office duties – filing, copying, mail, etc.
– Other administrative tasks as needed.

Requirements/Qualifications:
– Must have knowledge of the hip hop digital landscape
– Must be willing to commit to 2-3 days a week
– Must have strong computer skills i.e. Microsoft Office, Google Docs
– Must have excellent communication skills
– Must have mode of transportation with clean driving record/valid driver’s license
– Mac preferred, but PC OK
– Adobe Photoshop, Premiere, knowledge is a PLUS/but not required
– Ability to shoot with DSLR cameras (Canon 5Ds etc..)/but not required
– Knowledge in Adobe Photoshop, After Effects, and Premiere a PLUS, but not required.

Comedy Intern:

Overview:
All Def Digital, an urban based digital media company, is looking to hire a Production Intern in our Comedy department. This role is perfect for anyone wanting to learn how to produce digital content, but also has a great sense of humor while understanding urban comedy. The ideal candidate is also up-to-date on trending news – from entertainment to politics.

What You Will Learn:
How to produce digital content – from ideation to production to post/editing
How to run a digital content shoot

Responsibilities:
Assist producers on set/film day tasks (ie. set up sets, break down sets, assisting crew or cast, cleaning)
Learn to support Comedy team with trending news updates
Support in the preparation of Comedy team meetings
General office tasks (ie. filing, database, paperwork, take meeting notes, running errands, etc.)

Intern Requirements/Qualifications:
Strong passion for urban comedy and hip-hop culture
Want to work in production or produce content (no non-entertainment majors)
Must have social media profiles on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
Ability to carry/pick up 40 lbs.
Have an understanding of video platforms like Youtube, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, etc.
Proficient grammar and writing
Working knowledge of MS Word, Xcel, Powerpoint (or their equivalent)

Social Media Intern:

Overview
All Def Digital, an urban based digital media company, is looking to hire a Social Media Intern. This role is perfect for anyone who can’t go 5 minutes without checking Twitter and IG. The ideal candidate is always caught up on trending topics and constantly looking for creative ways to integrate that with our fans via social media.

What You Will Learn
How our business develops, organizes, and programs frequent, timely daily content programmed on ADD’s social platforms (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube)

Responsibilities:
Learn to prep and schedule a steady stream of content across multiple ADD verticals
Learn to capture content with in-house and premium talent when in office
Assist Social Media Coordinator when needed
Support organizing video content
Engage in social community management

Requirements/Qualifications:
Strong passion for urban comedy and hip-hop culture
Have an understanding of video platforms like Youtube, Twitter, Facebook, Vimeo, Snapchat, Vine, Reddit, etc.,
Proficient grammar and writing
Optional, yet preferred, savvy video graphics/editing experience and understanding.

(Please submit a resume to Jmay@lafilm.edu and indicate the program and month you are in)

***Submission Deadline is January 1st***

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This is an amazing opportunity to do long-term videography work for a continually touring company. All equipment and training will be provided by the company. Videographers will work with Sony HD DVCams that will be familiar to all LAFS Film graduates – (please note that the company simply is looking for focus and pull camera operation and not cinematographers). Production weeks typically involve between 60-80 hours, depending on how many shoot days and competitions are held in a given week. Videographers will be paid $15/hr and have all room, board, food, and travel expenses covered by the company. Again, please keep in mind that this is at least a six-month commitment with only two vacation weeks around the Easter holiday.

If you are interested and wish to apply, please take a look at the relevant information below:
• Please apply DIRECTLY ONLINE here. DO NOT send resumes to Diego Garcia or anyone at Los Angeles Film School. Follow the EXACT instructions on the given website only.
• You will not be required to provide reels or resumes during the online application process. However, the application process is very extensive so be prepared to spend a lot of time completing it online.
• When submitting your application, please reference Diego Garcia and mention that you are an LAFS graduate.
• The last day to submit applications is November 30, 2017. Please complete online applications by this day.
• Selected candidates will be screened through phone and group interviews before finalists are selected for individual meetings. Graduates will be asked to provide resumes ONLY at this point in the interview process.

Keep in mind that the two most important things that Diego is going to be looking for are your ability to work in the company’s team environment and whether you can commit to the lengthy duration of the competition season. Good luck to everyone on their applications!

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With the incredible results of the Freaky Film Fest, Cheez is excited to introduce their November video competition to The Los Angeles Film School – Creating A Legend: Nelson The Turkey.

Video competition details can be found through this link HERE

All submissions are welcome (even to non-film students) and there is no fee to enroll and submit. They are excited to check out what you can create this Thanksgiving!  You can download the app HERE

Looking forward to your films!

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Film students are invited to volunteer at a private feature documentary screening of Life After Flash to be held at the LA Film School on Monday, November 13th.

The film’s production company is looking for several students who have their own equipment to join the screening – a keen videographer (edit not required), and a photographer to help capture the evening

Celebrities and guests will arrive at 6:30pm and head to a step-and-repeat board for photos, with a 7pm screening start. Students are welcome to sit and enjoy the film, and join the event’s after party to continue documenting the evening.

Attendees will be a mix of actors, distribution agents, directors agents, fans of the film, and other industry professionals.

Please submit a resume and cover letter to: lisadowns@mac.com

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