‘Lifecycle of Film’ brings together film industry experts to guide early and mid-career talent through spontaneous mentorships. Over a single afternoon, participants will take part in intimate round table conversations with experts from different areas of the film industry, moderated by WIFT Vic Board members and industry volunteers.
The ten tables will cover topics ranging from development to distribution, giving attendees the opportunity to ask questions about the filmmaking process, and discuss other issues in the screening process industry today.
Attendees will have pre-selected their topics of choice in advance of the event, but will also be encouraged to spend time discussing areas outside their own discipline to help broaden their understanding. The round tables are also a good opportunity for our experts to network with likeminded creatives.
“Our intention is for people to do a deep dive into different areas of the screen industry and ask technical questions they may not otherwise get an opportunity to ask.” says Lauren Simpson, President, WIFT Vic. “We encourage directors to take part in the cinematography round table, producers to take part in marketing and distribution, writers to learn more about the post-production process. We often get stuck in our discipline and it’s an awesome opportunity to branch out and understand what else is involved in bringing your film, series or project to life”.
“This kind of spontaneous mentorship event is a really important way to connect the talented people in our industry – both emerging and established – to share important experiences, expertise and ultimately, to network with people from the wider industry. We’re excited for this new partnership and looking forward to hosting more events of this kind in the future” says Sian Mitchell, Festival Director, MWFF.
The event will form part of the Melbourne Women in Film Festival and will take place on Saturday 25th February from 3.30pm – 5.30pm.
Industry Experts
• Development: Documentary
o Samantha Dinning – Production Executive (Factual Lead), VicScreen
o Esther Coleman-Hawkins – Co-Founder, Media Mentors
• Development: Producer and Writer
o Amanda Reedy – Development and Series Producer
o Nicolette Minster – Writer
• Pre-Production: Documentary
o Catherine Dwyer – Director & Archive Producer
o Madeleine Martiniello – Director
• Pre-Production: Producer
o Naomi Cleaver – Producer, LMI Productions
o Lauren Simpson – President, WIFT Vic & Producer, Iris Arc Pictures
• Production: Cinematography
o Meg Perrott, Cinematographer
o To be announced
• Production: Director
o Emily Owens – Director & Founder, The Toffee Collective
o Mel Killingsworth – Director & Showrunner
• Post Production Editing and Colour
o Chris Luscri – Business Development Manager, Post Lab IO
o Deidre McCelland – Colourist, CSI
• Post Production: Sound
o Carol Johnston – Post Producer & Owner, Post-People
o Chiara Costanza – Film & Television Composer
• Distribution and Marketing
o Edwina Waddy – Australian Production Executive, Roadshow Films
o Richard Sowada – Director, St Kilda Film Festival, Revelation Perth International Film Festival & XR:WA
• Animation & Children’s Television
o Ariel Waymouth – Production Executive (Children’s Lead), VicScreen
o Georgia Kriss – Director / Writer / Animator / Designer
Tickets
$10 for WIFT Vic Members*
$25 for ACMI Members
$30 for Concession
$40 for Full Price
*Annual Memberships for WIFT Vic are only $50 and we encourage everyone to become a member and take advantage of 15% off MWFF tickets as well as the discounted ticket for ‘Lifecycle of Film’.
About Us
Women in Film & TV Victoria (WIFT Vic) is a membership based, not-for-profit organisation with a volunteer run board. For 30 years, we have promoted the participation and profile of women working in screen based industries. We advocate on behalf of our members and provide information, events and networking opportunities. http://wiftvic.com.au/.
The Melbourne Women in Film Festival is an annual festival celebrating and showcasing the work of Australian, Aotearoa New Zealand and Pasifika women and gender diverse filmmakers.
https://www.mwff.org.au/.
Media Mentors is here to help creatives find their way in this sometimes difficult, mostly vibrant, always exciting industry. They’ve been doing this for years in various guises – as producers, trainers, broadcast execs, conference organisers, business mentors – now they’ve formalised it and made mentoring their business. Above all, they mentor people to create projects, better careers, more confidence, stronger connections and, most of all, lots more satisfying work. Regardless of their career stage. https://www.mediamentors.com.au/
