MEF Connects the WGA
Date: February 6, 2010
Venue: Writers Guild of America West Offices, 7000 W. Third St, Los Angeles, LA 90048
Mobile Universe: Writing A Winning Deal
Content creation specific to mobile devices is commanding the attention of WGAW members. Recent technological advances have phone carriers, service providers and production companies looking towards professional writers to create new and innovative entertainment. Who’s involved? What type of content is being pursued? How are deals created? This panel will highlight the proper channels to securing a deal in this rapidly growing industry, known as mobile media.
Success On A Smaller Screen: Entertainment On Mobile Devices
The dawn of New Media is here and content creators are boldly stepping into the Mobile Universe. With open eyes, writers are discussing how to create a successful career in this emerging industry. How is the experience in the mobile world different than writing for traditional media? How are stories structured? What are mobile companies looking for? Join this provocative panel discussion and hear from professionals who are writing their way into the mobile world.
WGA Panel:
Mobile Universe Panel
- Jim Beddows, VP Business Development, 2ergo
- Calvin Lim, Director Sales & Channel Support, NBC Universal
- Jonathan Gardner, Partner, Cohen & Gardner LLP
Success on a Smaller Screen
- Frank Chindamo, President/Chief Creative Officer, Fun Little Movies
- Alex Barkaloff, Executive Producer, Digital, Lionsgate
- Bill Sanders, President/Producer, Pervasive Media
For more information please contact Mariya Smith.