Featuring a lineup of presentations, workshops and panel discussions, the online conference is open to experienced and emerging crew across Australia, with a focus on career strategy, and actionable conversations around industry change. Over 500 crew from around the country are expected to attend.
The keynote session, sponsored by Screen Queensland, will see Jen Waldman, Founder and Artistic Director of JWS, New York’s premier training centre for Broadway actors, share the network building strategies that have accelerated the careers of her artists for over 25 years.
Other conference highlights include:
- Entrepreneurial Thinking for Freelancers – David Court from Compton School
- Building a Personal Brand – Lucas Tomoana, Camera Operator and host of the Cinemapodgrapher podcast.
- Negotiation for Freelancers – Sam Trattles, Professional Negotiator from Other Side of the Table
- The Freelance Five – Monica Davidson of Creative Plus Business.
- Be a Better Leader (in 45 mins or Less!) – Denise Eriksen and Esther Coleman-Hawkins, Media Mentors
… alongside engaging discussions with crew on critical industry themes, including Parenting, Job Sharing, Crew Diversity and Working with Agents.
This will be followed by a virtual Wrap Drinks session, where crew will have the opportunity to participate in 1:1 speed networking, or visit breakout rooms to meet other crew in the same location, crew role or area of interest.
Conference Director Kirsty Stark, Emmy-award winning Producer and founder of CrewHQ, said:
“Having started my career in camera department, I’ve long been aware of the lack of industry conferences for freelancers, particularly below the line crew. CrewCon is designed to fill that gap, offering actionable career strategy, thought-provoking conversation, and networking opportunities for crew at any stage of their careers.”
CrewCon will be held online on October 15th, with the complete conference program and ticket sales now live and accessible on the website: http://www.crewcon.com.au
The conference is made possible by the generous support of major sponsors CrewHQ and Screen Queensland, as well as partnerships with the SAFC, Screen Tasmania, Screenwest, Screen Territory, Northern Rivers Screenworks and The Mercury.
About CrewCon:
CrewCon is Australia’s premier gathering for freelancers in the film, TV, and production industry. With a focus on career development, the conference brings together industry experts, thought leaders and professional crew, to inspire, educate, and build connections.
For more information and to register for CrewCon 2023, visit http://www.crewcon.com.au
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