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FILMGATE MIAMI

FILMGATE MIAMI is a not-for-profit film organization that empowers actors, writers, and independent filmmakers in Florida. We strive to bring audiences and creators together through content creation, screenings, and educational events, that benefit our Miami & Global community at large.

 
 
 

INTERACTIVE MEDIA FESTIVAL #06 RECAP

A sample of projects presented at this year's Festival.
The 6th Edition of the FilmGate Interactive Media Festival, took place from November 30th through December 6th, 2018 in Miami Florida. Here is just a bit of what you missed (or were lucky to be a part of)!
 

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We are the pre-production, production and post-production co-working space. We are the writer’s lab, the filmmaker and actor’s bootcamp. The home of VR education and every thing FILM and Media Arts. Come rub elbows with fellow production companies and independent film and media makers. We have the space! We have great rates and great vibes. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Come visit us! FILMGATE IS LOCATED ON THE THIRD FLOOR OF THE HISTORIC HUNTINGTON BUILDING: 168 SE 1ST STREET, MIAMI, FL 33131 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ PLEASE PARK VALET AT PK 1 PARKING IN THE COURTYARD MARRIOTT HOTEL, 200 SE 2ND ST. PARKING JUST $5 FOR 5 HOURS. TELL PARKING ATTENDANTS YOU'RE VISITING FILMGATE AND BRING US YOUR TICKET FOR VALIDATION. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Calling all Students ages 12-17! Make a film with us this Summer! Take 1 session and graduate with a film. Take 2 sessions and graduate with two films. Either way, head to our website to purchase your seat. Seating is limited. Registration ends June 7th. #filmgatemiami #filmgate
When it comes to film, Lighting is super important!! If you want to learn more, take our Cinematography Bootcamp Saturday 10am-1pm. #lighting #cinematography #work #miami #film #learn
Come see us at the 777 studio from 3pm-6pm! 🏮WHAT IS BEAT SABER? 🔮 Beat Saber is a VR rhythm game, where your goal is to slash the beats which fit perfectly into precisely handcrafted music. WHERE IS IT? ❓👆🏻👈🏻 It's located @manacontemporary 145 E Flager St, Miami, FL 33131 TIME ❓🕰⏱⏰ 3pm-6pm Come see our besties! ❤️@manacontemporary @beatsaber
Calling all Students ages 12-17! Make a film with us this Summer! Take 1 session and graduate with a film. Take 2 sessions and graduate with 2 films. Either way, head to our website to purchase your seat. Seating is limited. Registration ends June 7th. #filmgatemiami #filmgate
It's Friday! We made it!
FilmGate is looking for volunteers for our art department, if interested, please email us at info@filmgate.miami or even better, complete the volunteer form by clicking on the link in the bio. Cheers!
Learn the technology behind the shots that you visualize by taking our Cinematography Bootcamp Course with cinematographer Giovanni Fabietti. Saturday, May 18th & 25th from 10am-1pm at FILMGATE STUDIOS, 168 SE 1st Street, Miami, FL . Take one class or the remaining 2 classes. Learn practical experience and class-room style education, as students learn the fine details of cinematography from one of the community's most talented professionals. *PARKING INFORMATION* Please park valet at PK 1 Parking in the Courtyard Marriott Hotel, 200 SE 2nd St. Parking is only $5 for 5 hours. Tell them you're visiting FilmGate and bring your ticket for validation. #filmgate #filmgateinteractive #filmgatemiami #Florida #Miami
TONIGHT- We are back with our screenwriting bootcamp workshop - THE MIGHTY with instructor Liam Allen. Even if its your first time, gain invaluable insight on the core structures of screenwriting. Join us tonight from 7pm—10pm at Filmgate Studios, 168 SE 1st, Miami, FL. Release your fears and get those stories out of your head and onto a pad! Purchase your tickets on eventbrite. Click the link on our bio. 😃🎥 #filmgate #filmgateinteractive #filmgatemiami #FloridaDocs #Florida #docs #Miamidocs #Miami
If you had a great time during NOLA - the short docs edition, join us for SWAMP DOCS - an event that explores current issues affecting the South East Region of the US. Swamp Docs provides informative support to documentarians and digital journalists. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The event takes place on May 27th from 7pm-9pm. The event is free and open to the public . Click on the link in our profile to R.S.V.P ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #filmgate #filmgateinteractive #filmgatemiami #FloridaDocs #Florida #docs #Miamidocs #Miami
TONIGHT - GET YOUR TICKETS FOR NOLA THE SHORT DOC EDITION- MEET THE JUDGES! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Announcing NOLA judge Mauricio Ferrazza, Chairperson of Miami-Dade MAGIC! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Mauricio Ferrazza has been working with animation production for film and TV for over 25 years, specializing in dynamics and particle simulations to replicate the natural phenomena of physics through in virtual worlds. Storytelling has also been a focus for Ferrazza, who researched the different ways storytelling engage audiences, character-driven stories for film production, and how it’s now infused in branding and sales. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ For fourteen years, Ferrazza worked for Univision Communications, the leading Spanish network in the country, designing the concept and executing graphics and animation for the network’s programming and special events department. In 2009 he founded MIA ANIMATION and launched the MIA Animation Conference & Festival, designed to be a forum for active networking and practical information exchange with strong commitment and emphasis in education while developing and nourishing new talent. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ In 2015, Ferrazza inaugurated the Miami Animation and Gaming International Complex (MAGIC) at Miami Dade College, two higher education programs with a skills-training curriculum designed to fill jobs currently in demand by the industry. A college credit certificate is also offered on “Virtual and Augmented Reality Technologies,” where immersive simulations can be designed not only for entertainment, but a range of other industries going from healthcare to logistics. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ In 2018, The Aspen Institute and the Siemens Foundation awarded the MAGIC program at Miami Dade College with the Siemens-Aspen Community College STEM Award, in recognition of the outstanding preparation and education the program provides to STEM students. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #filmgate #filmgateinteractive #filmgatemiami #docs #Miamidocs #Miami #PBS #WPBT2
TONIGHT - GET YOUR TICKETS FOR NOLA THE SHORT DOC EDITION- MEET THE JUDGES! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ NOLA judge Joyce Belloise, VP of Content & Community Partnerships at South Florida PBS! A third generation South Floridian born and raised in Miami, Joyce has written and produced stories about her home state for over 20 years. From local public affairs discussions to magazine show segments, from wildlife programs to a statewide travel series and nationally-distributed documentaries, she enjoys exploring the state's unique culture, ecosystem, and attractions. For the last eight years, she has also produced one of WPBT's signature series - Check, Please! South Florida, hosted by celebrity chef, Michelle Bernstein. As V.P. of Content, Joyce oversees a team of producers, videographers, editors, and interactive staff who are as passionate as she is about telling the diverse stories of our community. She has earned seven regional Emmy Awards and currently sits on the Board of the Suncoast Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #filmgate #filmgateinteractive #filmgatemiami #docs #Miamidocs #Miami #PBS #WPBT2
TONIGHT - GET YOUR TICKETS FOR NOLA - THE SHORT DOC EDITION- MEET THE JUDGES! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Billy Corben of Rakontur!! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Emmy and Peabody Award-winning filmmaker Billy Corben made his feature documentary directorial debut at the Sundance Film Festival in 2001, making him one of the youngest directors in Sundance history. Following that success, he and his producing partners founded rakontur, a Miami Beach-based content creation company. Their filmography includes the feature documentaries Cocaine Cowboys, Square Grouper: The Godfathers of Ganja, Dawg Fight and the ESPN's 30 for 30s The U, The U Part 2, and Broke. 2019 saw the world premiere of two new feature documentaries Magic City Hustle and Screwball. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ A Florida native and lifelong Miamian, Corben was recently awarded the keys to the cities of both Miami and Miami Beach. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #filmgate #filmgateinteractive #filmgatemiami #docs #Miamidocs #Miami #Billycorben Billy Corben