Massachusetts Production Coalition

12/02/2024

🎄MPC Holiday Meeting & Party!🎄

📅 Date: Thursday, December 5th
📍 Location: Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre
🕒 Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

🎥 Behind-the-Scenes Panel – Go inside Netflix’s hit limited series "The Perfect Couple" with local crew members who brought the Cape Cod based story to life.

Join us for an evening of connection, conversation and holiday cheer. Register early!

Mark your calendar for Thursday, December 5th in the Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre for an evening of connection, conversation, and holiday cheer!

11/19/2024

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Carol Patton this past weekend, publisher of Imagine Magazine and a cherished friend to our community.

Throughout her career, Carol’s unwavering passion for promoting the New England film industry, along with her wit and signature flair, left a lasting impact. She championed and amplified the voices of creatives through her writing, events, and presence at industry gatherings nationwide. Her contributions and friendship enriched our region's industry in countless ways. She will be dearly missed.

Our heartfelt sympathies are with her partner, family, and all who mourn her loss.

Share Memories & Support the Family.

11/18/2024

This weekend!

Filmmakers Collaborative presents the 12th annual Boston International Kids Film Festival Nov 22-24 at Mosesian Center for the Arts!

This family-friendly event celebrates youth creativity through inspiring films made by kids and for kids, along with thought-provoking documentaries and panels for budding filmmakers.

🎟️ Grab your tickets and explore the full lineup at bikff.org.

11/13/2024

🎉MPC Holiday Meeting & Party🎉

Join the Mass film and media community for our Holiday Party!

📅 Thursday, December 5th
⏰ 6:00 - 9:00 PM
📍 Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre

Connect with industry friends and make new ones, share stories from the year, and celebrate the season with our community in the beautiful Crystal Ballroom.

Early registration is recommended!

Mark your calendar for Thursday, December 5th in the Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre for an evening of connection, conversation, and holiday cheer!

10/31/2024

🎬 Editors Bootcamp 2024 is almost here!

📅 Join us on Saturday, November 2nd, from 9:00 am - 3:30 pm at GBH Boston for a day of learning, connection, and career inspiration.

Event Highlights:
▶️Sessions on freelancing, finishing basics, and career growth for editors and assistants.
▶️AI Roundtable on new tech trends.
▶️Oscar-winning panel from 20 Days in Mariupol.
▶️Networking AMA Lunch and exciting giveaways!

Whether you're just starting or a seasoned pro, this bootcamp has something for you.

Special thanks to our presenting sponsors: Avid, GBH, and EditShare!

Don’t miss out—Register early!

By editors, for editors. Editors Bootcamp returns with a new program to empower editors, assistant editors and video creators to grow and elevate your skills!

10/24/2024

Why do unions matter? Learn how worker power builds an economy that creates jobs, raises wages, and promotes economic dignity for all!

📅 Saturday, October 26th, 2024
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon
📍 Emerson Colonial Theatre, 106 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116

Presented by the IATSE Education & Training Department in partnership with IATSE 481 New England, this event will explore the critical role unions play in fostering a more equitable future for everyone.

Free and open to the public. All are welcome to attend!

For more details and to register, visit: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/iaroadshow-boston24

10/03/2024

Are you an employer (ie production company, producer, or department head) and interested in DEI training?

Another Age Productions is hosting a 4-part seminar series starting next Wednesday, October 9th for media professionals on tools and best practices for nurturing a more inclusive workforce. A number of local production companies will be in attendance.

Visit the event page for more info!

This 4-session event helps Boston Production pros advance DEI. Get insights and tools to build a more inclusive industry.

07/23/2024

Elevate your editing!

Join the Avid Virtual Event on July 25 at 1 PM. Dive into new Media Composer features and boost your workflow with AI and collaboration tools.

Register now! 🚀

Avid Product Evangelist Michael Krulik introduces a range of new functionalities to elevate the Media Composer editing experience.

06/10/2024

Spring MPC Meeting this Wednesday!

🗓️ Date: June 12
📍 Location: GBH Boston
🍷 Cocktails: 6:00 - 7:00 pm
🎬 Presentations: 7:00 - 8:30 pm

Join the Mass film and media community for an evening of networking and inspiring filmmaker conversations.

🎬 Special Presentations:

Michelle Mizner from FRONTLINE | PBS will discuss THE Academy Award winning documentary "20 Days in Mariupol," capturing the realities of the Russian invasion in Ukraine.

Max Esposito will talk about “Flashpoint: Protests, Policing, and the Press,” highlighting the challenges journalists face during protests.

📍 Register to secure your spot for an evening of community and conversation!

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Join the Mass film and media community on June 12th a special Spring MPC Meeting at GBH Boston!

05/30/2024

Thursday! May 30th

Join us for a special seminar "Pre-Vis for Directors" at National Boston. Great lineup of directors to talk about and demonstrate the latest processes and technology to communicate their vision to clients and creative teams.

Presenters: Corydon Wagner (director), Nikki McMorrow (director), Vladimir Minuty (director), moderated by Sara Ventetuolo (executive producer).

Not to be missed!

Join us at National Boston for a seminar on how the latest techniques and technologies including Gen AI are transforming pre-visualization for directors.

05/09/2024

This past weekend we had a blast supporting student filmmakers at Independent Film Festival Boston for the 7th annual Student Film Showcase. The future of film is bright!

Congratulations to the prize winners:
🏆 Tianyu Du, Boston University (Grand Prize)
🏆 Elias Stevens, Wheaton College Massachusetts (1st Runner-up)
🏆 Kely Maloney, Suffolk University (2nd Runner-up)

Thanks again to Avid, Boris FX, MODULUS STUDIOS, Rule Boston Camera and Talamas for supporting this program.

05/08/2024

Starting out in the industry? 🎬

Our annual PA Workshop returns this Saturday, May 11th at Red Sky Studios.

Great opportunity to learn from the best in the business about working on feature film, television, and commercial productions.

Breakout sessions include: PA Responsibilities & Protocol, Set Safety, and Career Building.

Starting out in the industry? Join for an immersive PA (Production Assistant) training program at Red Sky Studios.

05/06/2024

Tuesday May 7th!

Join us for a very special seminar on Developing & Pitching Unscripted Series at CIC - Cambridge Innovation Center.

We'll hear from a terrific panel of veteran producers and development professionals.

Mary Agnes - Executive Producer & Showrunner
Chris Hastings - Editor-in-Chief & Executive Producer, WORLD Channel
Judy Levenson - Content Strategist
Seanbaker Carter - Owner & Executive Producer, Milkman Content
Andrew Eldridge - COO & Creative Director, Another Age Productions (moderator)

See you there!

Join us at CIC Cambridge for an insightful seminar on developing unscripted series with a terrific panel of development professionals.

05/02/2024

🎬 This Saturday! 🎬

MPC is thrilled to co-present the 7th annual Student Film Showcase at Independent Film Festival Boston on Saturday, May 4th, 1:00 pm at Somerville Theatre.

Join us to see the best student films from Massachusetts colleges compete in a juried showcase! See films from: Boston University, Bridgewater State University, Emerson College, Fitchburg State University, Lesley University, Massachusetts College of Art and Design, Middlesex Community College, Suffolk University, Tufts University, and Wheaton College.

Award prizes generously donated by Avid, Boris FX, Rule Boston Camera, and Talamas.

After the screenings, join us for a reception at the Crystal Ballroom to meet the filmmakers.

FREE and open to the public. See you there! 🎥✨

📍 Location: Somerville Theater
🗓️ Date: Saturday, May 4th
⏰ Time: 1:00 pm
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04/12/2024

“MADE IN MASSACHUSETTS: 100 YEARS OF FILMMAKING IN THE BAY STATE” a treasure trove of clips from MA films from cinema’s past to present is making an appearance on Saturday, April 13 at 2:00 pm at the Maynard Fine Arts Theatre.

Compiled and edited by Adam Roffman and Vatche Arabian who be on hand to introduce the film. Screening is FREE and open to the public.

https://www.maynardfineartstheatre.com/events/

03/28/2024

Join us on April 2nd at Mosesian Center for the Arts for "The Business of Acting" seminar! 🎭

Explore the journey from script to set, as we discuss how roles are booked and each of our panelists from the casting agency, to a talent agent, and SAG-AFTRA collaborate with a production to bring the best talent to screen for the story.

Panel
Lisa Lobel - Casting Agent & Co-owner, Boston Casting, Inc.
Andrew Wilson - Theatrical Agent, Andrew Wilson Agency, LLC
Jessica Maher - Executive Director, SAG-AFTRA New England

From script to set, join us for a special seminar to go behind the scenes of booking a role!

03/18/2024

Salem Film Fest kicks off this Thursday, March 21st and runs through Sunday. Check out the terrific lineup of documentary film screenings and events!

MPC is proud to support the Mass Reality Check student film program on Saturday.

Salem Film Fest is one of New England's largest continuously running all documentary film festivals. Come to Salem, see the world. Salem, Massachusetts.

03/13/2024

Brighter Boston is a proud MPC Member and a non-profit focused on connecting Boston’s young adults to careers in live entertainment. Please join us in wishing them a Happy 10th Birthday!!

Check out their work and grab tickets to their Birthday party and fundraiser on March 25th here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/758062514387

🎟️ Tickets now on-sale for our annual fundraiser! Join us to celebrate a decade of connecting young people to creative careers!! March 25, The Foundation Room Citizens House of Blues Boston! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/celebrate-brighter-bostons-10th-year-at-our-annual-fundraiser-tickets-758062514387