2010 Schedule 

The schedule is subject to change.

PRIVATE APPOINTMENTS

FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO HAVE REGISTERED FOR THE GIDEON, YOU MAY CONTACT LORI AT llmarett@charter.net AND SIGN UP FOR A 15 MINUTE PRIVATE APPOINTMENT FOR

ONLY ONE OF THESE PRODUCERS or PROFESSIONALS:

Steve Feldman, Bonnie Johnson, Dave Moody, Brian Roberts,

& Gary Wheeler

 

All contest finalists will not be eligible for the private appointments due to the fact as a part of your prize package you will be rewarded with a one hour meal

with any of these individuals, if you so choose.

Interns will also be having meals with these professionals as a part of the Gideon Intern Program so interns need not sign up for private appointments as well.

 

FOR APPOINTMENTS FOR HEAD SHOTS, CONTACT JEN MAIHACK AT jenmaihack@gmail.com

You must be registered to make an appointment!

 

Classrooms are coded, JS is Johnson Spring Convention Center and ML is Mountain Laurel.

 

THURSDAY, JUNE 3, 2010 

12:00 PM - REGISTRATION begins: Receive room keys, conference notebook, meal ticket and name tag (Pritchell Hall)

 

3:00 - 4:00 PM - FACULTY MEETING: with Rodney & Lori Marett (Johnson Spring - Azalea B/C)

 

4:00 - 5:00 PM - HONORED AUTHORS MEETING: with Yvonne Lehman and Ann Tatlock (Johnson Spring - Azalea B/C)

 

4:00 - 5:00 PM - INTRODUCTION MEETING WITH GIDEON INTERNS: with Vonda Skelton and Sarah Anne Sumpolec (Mountain Laurel 7)

 

5:30 - 6:30 PM - SUPPER: Tables are not assigned. You may sit wherever you like. Time for networking. (Gideon Intern meal guest: TBA) (Rhododendron)

 

6:45 - 7:30 PM - OPENING SESSION: Opening prayer, Welcome, Announcements, Praise and Worship (Rutland Chapel)

 

KEYNOTE SPEAKER: David Nixon, Director of "Letters to God"

 

7:30 - 9:30 PM - FILM FESTIVAL: "Letters to God" (1 hr, 50 mins) Q & A with Director David Nixon (Rutland Chapel)

 

9:45 - 11:00 PM - FILM FESTIVAL: "Heart of Texas" (1 hr) Q & A with Steve & Grover Norwood (Rutland Chapel)

 

Light snacks!

 

11:15 - 12:30 PM - FILM FESTIVAL: "Journey to Everest" (1 hr, 9 mins) Q & A with Writer/Director/Producer David Kiern (Rutland Chapel)

 

FRIDAY, JUNE 4, 2010

 

 

7:15 - 8:15 AM - BREAKFAST: (Gideon Intern meal guest: TBA, Contest Finalist meal guest: TBA) (Rhododendron)

8:30 - 9:45 AM - ANNOUNCEMENTS and Prayer, Short Film Finalist Nominee, Praise and Worship with Angelo Ballestero (Johnson Spring - Azalea B/C)

DEVOTION: Torry Martin - "Reaping the Rewards/Networking from a Spiritual Perspective"

10:00 - 11:45 AM - WORKSHOPS
Carol Anderson: Acting - Honest Compelling Scene Work - The Basics (Part 1 of 3)(ML 9)
Eric Highland: How to Build a Fan Base with Your Fingertips (Part 1 of 2)(ML 8)
Dave Moody: The Changing Music Business - It's All Entertainment (ML 7)
Torry Martin: The Art & Craft of Screenwriting (Part 1 of 4)(JS 2A)
Kenny & Kyle Saylors: - Film School - Perfecting Your Pitch and Your Project (JS 3C/D)
Gary Voelker: Film School - Cinematic Storytelling (Part 1 of 2)(JS 3A)
Gary Wheeler: Film School - Producing 101(JS 3B)

10:00 - 12:00 PM - PRIVATE APPOINTMENTS: (TBA)

12:00 - 1:00 PM - LUNCH: (Gideon Intern meal guest: TBA, Contest Finalist meal guest: TBA) (Rhododendron)

1:30 - 3:15 PM - WORKSHOPS
Katrina Cook: How to Get Started as a Film/TV Actor (Part 1 of 2)(ML 9)
Erica Lane: Recording Artist/Branding, Recording, Publishing (ML 7)
Torry Martin: The Art & Craft of Screenwriting (Part 2 of 4)(JS 2A)
Dave Moody: Film School - Producing a Low to No Budget Movie (JS 3C/D)
Brian Roberts: How To Fix A Broken Story (JS 2C)
Gary Voelker: Film School - Cinematic Storytelling (Part 2 of 2)(JS 3A)
Josiah Williams: The M and M's of Marketing (ML 8)

3:30 - 5:00 PM - WORKSHOPS
Callan White: Auditioning for Film (Part 1 of 2)(ML 9)
Arledge Armenaki & Gary Voelker: Film School - Camera Dating (JS 3C/D)
Ben Avery & Ken Raney: The Art of Storytelling/Comic Books (JS 2B)
Katrina Cook: Film School - How To Have a Well Cast Independent/Low-Budget Film (for Producers & Directors)(JS 3A)
Steve Feldman, Torry Martin, Brian Roberts, Kevin Tucker, & Josiah Williams: Brand Camp (ML 8)
Gary Wheeler: Adaptation - Managing Expectations (JS 2A)

5:30 - 6:30 PM - SUPPER (Gideon Intern meal guest: TBA, Contest Winners Dinner!) (Rhododendron)

6:45 - 7:00 PM - ANNOUNCEMENTS (Johnson Spring - Azalea B/C)

7:00 - 8:30 PM - FILM FESTIVAL: "Lost Boy" (1 hr, 10 mins) Q&A with Director of Harvest Ministries Gary Zelasko

8:30 - 10:15 PM - FILM FESTIVAL: "Lion of Judah" (1 hr, 27 mins) Q & A with Producer Kurt Hawn Premier!

Light snacks!

10:30 PM - 12:30 AM - FILM FESTIVAL: "The Touch" (1 hr, 27 mins) Q&A with Producer Art Ayris

SATURDAY, JUNE 5, 2010



7:15 - 8:15 AM - BREAKFAST: (Gideon Intern meal guest: TBA) (Rhododendron)

8:30 - 9:45 AM - ANNOUNCEMENTS Short Film Finalist Nominee, praise and worship with Angelo Ballestero (Johnson Spring - Azalea B/C)

DEVOTION: Ken Raney: "Move"

10:00 - 11:45 AM - WORKSHOPS
Carol Anderson: Acting - Honest Compelling Scene Work - The Basics (Part 2 of 3)(ML 9)
Eric Highland: How to Build a Fan Base with Your Fingertips (Part 2 of 2)(ML 8)
John Jackman: Film School - Green Screen (Johnson Spring - Azalea B/C)
Erica Lane: Recording Artist/Touring and Distribution (ML 7)
Torry Martin: The Art & Craft of Screenwriting (Part 3 of 4)(JS 2A)

10:00 - 12:00 PM - PRIVATE APPOINTMENTS: (TBA)

12:00 - 1:00 PM - LUNCH: (Gideon Intern meal guest: TBA, Contest Finalist meal guest: TBA) (Rhododendron)

1:00 - 5:00 PM - Eric Highland and Brit Hardy facilitate PRODUCER/HA MEETING (Johnson Spring - Azalea B/C, 2C, 2D)

1:30 - 3:15 PM - WORKSHOPS
Ben Avery: Adapting Other Media into Comic Books (JS 2B)
Katrina Cook: How to Get Started as a Film/TV Actor (Part 2 of 2)(ML 9)
Jack Eason: Knowing Who You Are As A Musician (ML 7)
George Escobar: Film School - No Money, No Project (JS 3A)
Torry Martin: The Art & Craft of Screenwriting (Part 4 of 4)(JS 2A)
Kenny Saylors: Film School - If You Want a Guarantee, Buy a Toaster (JS 3C/D)
Josiah Williams: It's About Connection (ML 8)

2:00 - 4:00 - INTERNS MEET WITH CAROL ANDERSON in preparation for Gideon Gala

3:30 - 5:00 PM - WORKSHOPS
Callan White: Auditioning for Film (Part 2 of 2)(ML 9)
Ben Avery & Ken Raney: Creating Comics: The Script (JS 2B)
Angelo Ballestero: Songwriting that Works (ML 7)
Torry Martin: The Secrets of Free Publicity/Press Kits on a Budget (JS 2A)
Kenny Saylors: Film School - Budgeting (JS 3A)
Kyle Saylors: Film School - Hit the Road, Jack! (JS 3C/D)
Angela Walker: Naked Conversation (ML 8)


5:30 - 6:30 PM - SUPPER: (Gideon Intern meal guest: TBA, Contest Finalist meal guest: TBA) (Rhododendron)

6:45 - 7:00 PM - ANNOUNCEMENTS with Rodney Marett (Johnson Spring - Azalea B/C)

7:00 - 8:00 PM - FILM FESTIVAL: "Sweetpea Beauty" (Unk Running Time) Q&A with Big Idea's Producer Brian Roberts Premier!

8:00 - 10:00 PM - FILM FESTIVAL: "The Trial" (1 hr, 35 mins) Q&A with Producer/Writer/Director Gary Wheeler and Producer Chad Gunderson Premier!

Light snacks!

10:10 - 10:15 PM - FILM FESTIVAL - "Hero" trailer Premier!

10:15 PM - 12:30 AM - FILM FESTIVAL: "Wesley" (1 hr, 57 mins) Q&A with Director John Jackman

SUNDAY, JUNE 6, 2010


8:00 - 9:00 AM - CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST: (Gideon Intern meal guest: TBA) (Johnson Spring - Azalea B/C)

9:30 - 10:30 AM - FILM FESTIVAL - "Making Sense of Autism" (1 hr)(Rutland Chapel)

10:45 - 11:00 AM - "Cornerstone" with Carol Anderson and Jim Shores

11:00 - 11:45 AM - WORSHIP music with Angelo Ballestero and message by Rev. Art Ayris (Rutland Chapel)

12:00 - 1:00 PM - LUNCH: (Rhododendron)

1:30 - 4:30 PM - GIDEON GALA! - Enjoy networking time with fellow students and attendees, filmmakers, actors, graphic artists, musicians, and other qualified participants. Demonstrations with Shelly Ballestero and Makeup Application for headshots, promotional videos, or interviews. Also BOOKSIGNING by our HONORED AUTHORS! List of participants coming soon to Gideon Gala page. (Johnson Spring Convention Center, Holly A, B, C, E, F, G)

1:30 - 4:30 - SHORT FILM CONTEST ENTRIES (finalist shown Fri, Sat & Sun mornings)(Johnson Spring - Holly D/H)

6:00 - 7:45 PM - BANQUET DINNER Original Screenplay Contest Awards, Adaptation Screenplay Contest Awards, Short Film Contest Awards, High School Screenplay Contest Awards, and Raw Talent Contest Awards (Johnson Spring Convention Center, Azalea B/C)

KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Muse Watson

8:00 - 10:00 PM FILM FESTIVAL: "A Christmas Snow" Q&A with Director Tracy Trost, Director of Marketing and Branding Joe Jestus, Producer Chad Gunderson, and cast members Muse Watson, Catherine Mary Steward, and Cameron ten Napel. First Public Showing! (Rutland Chapel)

10:30 - 12:30 AM FILM FESTIVAL: "Find Me" (1 hr, 40 mns)(Rutland Chapel)

MONDAY, JUNE 7, 2010


7:15 - 8:15 AM - BREAKFAST: (Gideon Intern meal guest: TBA, Contest Finalist meal guest: TBA) (Rhododendron)

8:30 - 9:45 AM - ANNOUNCEMENTS praise and worship with Angelo Ballestero (Johnson Spring - Azalea B/C)

DEVOTION: Jason Hildebrand - Blue Like Jazz//Live (Blue Like Jazz//Live is a solo theatrical multimedia performance adapted from Donald Miller's New York Times best-selling book. It is a personal, raw and humrous reflection on spirituality, God and community - a scrapbook of one man's life.

10:00 - 11:45 AM - WORKSHOPS
Carol Anderson: Acting - Honest Compelling Scene Work - The Basics (Part 3 of 3)(ML 9)
Arledge Armenaki: Film School - Basic Lighting (JS C/D)
Shelly Ballestero with Jen Maihack: Facing The Camera (JS 2C)
Mike Maihack: Creating Comics: The Art (Part 1 of 2)(JS 2B)
Torry Martin: Discover Your Calling (ML 8)
Gary Wheeler: Film School - Bankroll (JS 3A)
Gary Voelker: Screenwriting: Story Concept and Structure (JS 2A)

10:00 - 12:00 PM - PRIVATE APPOINTMENTS: (TBA)

12:00 - 1:00 PM - LUNCH: (Gideon Intern meal guest: TBA, Contest Finalist meal guest: TBA) (Rhododendron)

1:00 - 3:15 PM - ACTORS/WRITERS SCENE SHOP: Bonnie Johnson with Gary Wheeler (See "Workshop" page on website. Will require preparation prior to conference) (Johnson Spring Convention Center, Holly D & H) Public is invited to watch these scene readings.

1:00 - 5:00 PM - Head Shots with Jen Maihack (By appointment)(JS 2D)

1:30 - 3:15 PM - WORKSHOPS
Art Ayris: Film School - Financing Your Media Dream (JS 3A)
Jack Eason: Networking/Mentoring (ML 7)
Erica Lane: Recording Artist/Marketing and Promotion (ML 7)
Mike Maihack: Creating Comics: The Art (Part 2 of 2)(JS 2B)
Gary Voelker: Film School - Editing Technique (JS 3C/D)
Josiah Williams & Angel Walker: Jumpstart Your Marketing (ML 8)

3:30 - 5:00 PM - WORKSHOPS
Arledge Armenaki: Film School - 3D Camera (JS 3C/D)
Jack Eason: Sharing The Vision With Your Band/Team (ML 7)
Mike Maihack: Creating Comics for a Digital Market (JS 2B)
Kenny & Kyle Saylors: Film School - "As Seen on TV" (JS 3A)
Gary Voelker: Screenwriting: Story Elements and Character (JS 2A)
Jacob Walker: Promotions in Motion (Making a Promotional Video) (ML 8)

3:30 - 5:00 PM - ACTORS/WRITERS SCENE SHOP: Bonnie Johnson with Gary Wheeler (See "Workshop" page on website. Will require preparation prior to conference) (Johnson Spring Convention Center, Holly D & H) Public is invited to watch these scene readings.


5:30 - 6:30 PM - SUPPER: (Gideon Intern meal guest: TBA, Contest Finalist meal guest: TBA) (Rhododendron)

6:40 - 6:45 PM - ANNOUNCEMENTS with Rodney Marett (Johnson Spring - Azalea B/C)

6:45 - 9:00 PM - FILM FESTIVAL: "To Save a Life" (2 hrs) Q&A with Producer Christina Storm

9:00 - 11:00 PM - FILM FESTIVAL: "No Limit Kids" (1 hr, 29 mins) Q&A with Producer Dave Moody

Light snacks!

11:15 PM - 12:45 AM - FILM FESTIVAL: "Live to Forgive" (1 hr, 22 mins) Q&A with Producer Dean Smith & Director Skip Moody

TUESDAY, JUNE 8, 2010


7:15 - 8:15 AM - BREAKFAST: (Gideon Intern meal guest: TBA, Contest Finalist meal guest: TBA) (Rhododendron)

8:30 - 9:45 AM - ANNOUNCEMENTS and FAREWELL PRAYER by Rodney Marett, Praise and Worship with Angelo Ballestero, Devotion, Interns Final Encouragement, High School Screenplay Contest Winner's Screening and Finalist Reading (Johnson Spring - Azalea B/C

DEVOTION: 2010 Gideon Interns

10:00 - 11:50 AM - FILM FESTIVAL: "No Greater Love" (1 hr, 48 mins)(Johnson Spring - Azalea B/C)

10:00 - 11:45 AM - Head Shots with Jen Maihack (By appointment)(JS 2D)

10:00 - 11:45 AM - WORKSHOPS
Arledge Armenaki: Film School - How to Shoot an Interview (JS 3C/D)
Ben Avery, Art Ayris, Mike Maihack, Ken Raney: Graphic Artists/Novelists Panel (JS 2B)
Eric Highland: Consulting/Brainstorming Session (ML 8)
Jason Hildebrand: Unveiled Acting (ML 9)
Torry Martin: The Art of Collaborative Writing (JS 2A)
Gary Voelker: Film School - Visual Effects (JS 3A)

10:00 - 12:00 PM - PRIVATE APPOINTMENTS: (TBA)

12:00 - 1:00 PM - LUNCH: (Gideon Intern meal guest: TBA, Contest Finalist meal guest: TBA) (Rhododendron)

 

2009 Schedule

2008 Schedule

 

 

But when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, you will receive power and will tell people about me everywhere. Acts 1:8