Host: Hyphen8

Presents: Global Entertainment Talent Upskilling Program

Discipline(s): Acting / Cinematography / Film Producing

Skill Level: Intermediate

Description:  Introducing our second workshop series. This time, we’re going beyond acting and diving into the fascinating world of Cinematography and Producing!

Unleash Your Potential, and get ready to captivate audiences with your magnetic performances!

Cinematographers and Producers: Ignite Your Vision!

Embark on a thrilling journey into the world of cinematography and producing. Learn the secrets of capturing breathtaking visuals, creating compelling story lines, and managing the production process. Whether you’re an aspiring filmmaker or a seasoned professional, this immersive workshop will take your skills to the next level.

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LOGISTICS:

ACTING: 29th April – 12th May (2 weeks)

• Mondays – Fridays | 5pm – 9pm
• Saturdays | 1pm – 8pm

Location: Cipriani College of Labour & Co-operative Studies | Churchill Roosevelt Highway, Valsayn [View Map]

PRODUCING: 7th – 12th May (1 week)

• Tuesday – Friday | 5pm – 9pm
• Saturday | 1pm – 8pm

Location: Cipriani College of Labour & Co-operative Studies | Churchill Roosevelt Highway, Valsayn [View Map]

CINEMATOGRAPHY: 13th – 19th May (1 week)

• Tuesday – Friday | 5pm – 9pm
• Saturday | 1pm – 8pm

Location: SGP Studios | 11 Persad Street, John Elie Road, Chase Village [View Map]

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Facilitator: GRETA MENDEZ – ACTING

Renowned as a Performance Art artist, Theatre & Movement Director, Dance & Drama Tutor, Carnivalist, and Producer, Greta Mendez has left an indelible mark on the global stage. With an extensive career spanning the UK, Greece, Italy, China, India, Kashmir, Indonesia as well as Trinidad & Tobago, Mendez’s artistic journey knows no bounds.

Greta Mendez has worked with some of the leading young actors today, including, John Boyega, Letitia Wright, Malachi Kirby and many more.

Her achievements include winning the Director’s title for ‘OPHELIA’ at IFFPIE –International Film Festival for Peace, Inspiration & Equality, earning a Platinum Award for Best Newcomer Director for Documentary & Short International Movie, and securing two BEFFTA awards in 2010. Additionally, she received accolades such as the Trinidad & Tobago High Commission 50th Anniversary Award, the BP & National Westminster Dance & Mime Award, and a Gold Medal at the New York International Film and Video Award.

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Facilitator: DARREN GORDON – ACTING

A Director, Agent and Acting Coach, Darren has, and continues to work, with an ever increasing amount of high profile clients and industry professionals in the UK and beyond. In 2020 he decided to become a full time agent and has overseen members of his cohort secure significant roles in major productions and more.

In addition to Screen Acting, Darren will facilitate Meisner technique, script analysis, Understanding and embodying character and accessing emotion.

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Facilitator: DOMINIC GORDON – CINEMATOGRAPHY

A native of Bowie, Maryland, Jones studied computer aided design at North Carolina A&T State and later went to film school at the Savannah College of Art & Design (SCAD). As an African American artist working in an industry where opportunities still remain few and far between, Jones sees himself as a pioneer who can help introduce other people of color to camera culture. At the same time, any help he provides is also paying it forward.

In 2013, while still an intern through the Emmy Arts & Sciences Foundation, Jones found himself under the caring guidance of Director of Photography Joaquin Sedillo and the camera team of Ryan Murphy’s Glee. “I ended up getting a pretty amazing camera department introduction,” he said. “It gave me such a strong foundation that when I started my career as a camera assistant, things picked up very fast for me because of what I learned on that show.”

Technical skills are well and good, he says, but the ability to build relationships is equally if not more important.

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Facilitator: JULIAN ALCANTARA – PRODUCING

Julian began his career with Price Waterhouse qualifying as a Chartered Accountant and then recruited to a specialised strategic consulting team in PW (shortly thereafter PwC) specializing in the Media where his clients included Sony and Disney.

A veteran of both Polygram Films and Universal Pictures, Julian ran the Universal Pictures’ international production and acquisitions arm under the President of Acquisitions managing an extensive slate of over 25 films ranging from big budget studio projects to small Oscar-nominated foreign language films in addition to the release of all of Working Title’s films. He also managed the production and developments deals with production companies such as DNA Films and award-winning directors such as Alan Parker.

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Cost:

• Acting – $2,000 TTD
• Producing – $2,000 TTD
• Cinematography – $2,000 TTD

Registration Begins: 26th April, 2024 | 1:00PM

Registration Closes: 12th May, 2024 | 12:00PM

Workshop details submitted by: Xavier Rushen