Opportunity Spotlight
An assortment of news for those interested in supporting or getting involved in Michigan's newest industry.
The Macomb Film Office attempts to keep individuals interested in Michigan's growing film industry informed through bits and pieces of information provided in this space.
However, the authority on film activity in our state is the Michigan Film Office (www.MichiganFilmOffice.org)
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January 12, 2012 Mad Habit Media in association with The Choose Friendship Company
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November 29, 2011 The Northville Art House, Northville, is accepting short films that are Michigan-made or Michigan-themed for its Reel Michigan Film Festival. Deadline for nominations is April 23. Telephone: (248) 344-0497. Website: Reel Michigan Film Festival |
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November 22, 2011 Firefly Films is crewing up for the movie “Bender” scheduled to be filmed in Detroit in March. Available positions: Grip If you are interested in applying, please email your resume to: Bendercrew@firefly-films.com and include the desired position in the subject line.
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November 7, 2011 FILM COMPETITION: Interested in shooting your own film in a weekend and screening it in front of an audience? Want to win cash, production books, film fest passes, gift cards for food and free college courses? Do you want to network with students, educators, and professionals in the film industry? If you answered yes to any of those questions the Schoolcraft Film Challenge is for you. Registration is now open till November 22nd. More information and registration page at: http://sc-learning.net/cgt/schoolcraftfc/ |
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November 4, 2011 CASTING CALL: H&R Block is looking for a local singer/group to include in the commercial(s) they'll be shooting here in Detroit next week. H&R Block may also consider using the music of the local singer/group as the soundtrack for the commercial(s). H&R Block is looking for a distinctive DETROIT vibe. The music can be any genre as long as it smacks of the D. Please send a clip or link of an original song with a picture of yourself or your group to: mooneycasting@gmail.com
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October 26, 2011 LOCATION SCOUT: Turn-of-the-Century apartment building with marble stairs leading to an apartment door. Old European feel, could be in slight state of decay or normal. Will appear twice in the film and needs to look even more faded "30 years later." If you have suggestions, please send address and any other info (contact, photos, etc) to:
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October 21, 2011 IS YOUR HOME OR BUSINESS HAUNTED? A world-renowned paranormal investigator may be able to help, and your case could be documented on a hit reality TV show.
Please detail the phenomena, the location (home, business, or other), and any relevant history. Please include your location, name, and contact information. If possible, please also include photos of yourself and the location. Submissions should be sent to: |
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October 6, 2011The creators of MTV's "The Real World" will hold an open casting call for Season 27 of the reality show from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at Bar Louie of Ann Arbor, 401 East Liberty St., #200, Ann Arbor. Applicants must be age 20 or older and appear to be between the ages of 20 and 24. Bring a recent picture (which will not be returned) and photo identification. Applications are also being accepted via email, visit www.bunim-murray.com/rwcasting.
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September 22, 2011 The Michigan Film Office has posted an open casting call for "Sparkle," a new project to film in Michigan soon. Directed by Salim Akil and starring Whitney Houston, Jordin Sparks and Michael Epps Jr., the movie is a remake of a 1976 classic about three singing sisters who acquire fame and the ensuing fallout that results.
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September 14, 2011 The Michigan Film Office would like to expand the number of "gas stations, convenience stores and bait shops" that it has available in its location database. These sites should be privately owned so that arrangements are less complicated to execute (as opposed to large, corporate franchises). If you own such a location (or know someone that does), you may upload photos and contact information on their website: www.MichiganFilmOffice.org. Go to "For Producers" tab at the top of the page, click "Locations," then "submit locations" and follow the directions . . . OR, you can contact us, we'd be happy to help.
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July 28, 2010 The Michigan Creative Film Alliance is in need of two groups of extras: CASTING CALL FOR BEAUTY QUEENS, FANS, AND FAMILIES! We're looking for people of all shapes and sizes to be audience extras for shooting August 9th-11th in southeastern Michigan. Be seen on the big screen at the DIA'S DETROIT FILM THEATER. Sign up and get a credit in the film! Sponsored by JR Galactic Casting. Click here for the sign-up form. CASTING CALL FOR DRAG QUEENS AND DIVAS OF ALL KINDS! We're looking for the best drag queens in Michigan to be drag queen competition audience extras for shooting August 1st-3rd in southeastern Michigan. Be seen on the big screen at the DIA'S DETROIT FILM THEATER. Sign up below and get a credit in the film! Sponsored by JR Galactic Casting. Click here for the sign-up form.
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July 14, 2011 "The Biggest Loser," NBC's hit television program, is casting for season #13 in Macomb County. They seek people who are ready to make a change and have at least 85 pounds to lose. Personality + desire + passion could = $250,000! The casting call will be held on Saturday, July 30 at Gardner-White Furniture (45300 Hayes, just north of M-59) from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more details and to apply, visit www.thebiggestlosercasting.com
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July 13, 2011 Michigan Creative Film Alliance, a filmmaking collaborative initiative of MSU, UM and Wayne State is working on their next project and needs assistance finding locations. They need a house with a piano to use for a day or so. Ideally, the home would have a dining room and bedroom that might typically be occupied by a teenage girl. The alliance has a small locations budget and are hoping that some resident might lend their property to the cause. Send an e-mail with the address, contact name and information as well as photos if possible to maria.zardis@macombcountymi.gov
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June 11 The Michigan Film Office is looking for assistance in expanding its database of possible film locations throughout the State of Michigan. They are particularly interested in adding a variety of businesses available for location filming. These include:
Business owners that are receptive to the notion of allowing a film crew to take over their place for a specific period of time - at a fee - are encouraged to upload photos and information to the location database maintained by the Michigan Film Office. There is no cost to do so. For more information, visit www.MichiganFilmOffice.org and click on the "submit location" key. (And, please inform our office of your listing so that we may also help to make it known that your business is available.) |