(Los Angeles, California--March 24, 2008) Unique in concept, renowned for execution and treasured by participants Cine Gear Expo continues to draw a focused audience of top-notch Motion Picture Industry professionals.
On June 20-21, 2008 over 8000 participants from the film, video, digital media, broadcast and internet industries will converge at the Wadsworth Theatre and Grounds in West Los Angeles, California to participate in three distinct yet related events: Cine Gear Expo and Premier Seminars, Master Class Seminars and Film Series Competition.
Since its debut in 1996 Cine Gear Expo has evolved into a unique global event focused on the technology side of the entertainment business. Designed to function on many levels Cine Gear Expo 2008 is a place to showcase work, market products, foster relationships, discuss the future, learn and teach. The show has grown from a one-day social event to the Premiere Film, Video, High Definition and Digital Cinema Expo, networking event and seminar series for the entertainment production and post-production communities in Hollywood.
Cine Gear Expo Los Angeles last June (2007) was a rousing success and had attendance of 8,000 industry professionals from 42 countries with over 220 companies exhibiting locally, nationally and from around the world.
Last year’s event was the best-attended Cine Gear Expo to date. The 2008 show aims to continue the trend of the only event devoted exclusively to Motion Picture and Digital Production products and services. The Cine Gear Expo, Master Class Seminars and the Film Series are a one-of-a-kind networking and educational events that have earned praise from entertainment production and post-production communities in Hollywood.
Many exhibiting companies and attendees choose Cine Gear Expo for it’s unbeatable atmosphere to introduce new and groundbreaking equipment and services, secure business deals, meet new industry players, get hands-on technical training, gain new skills, hear breaking industry news, network with peers and industry leaders. Meet with your existing customers, gain new quality targeted prospects and partners. This is your chance to build relationships with key decision makers in a professional and fun environment.
This landmark exhibition, will bring together representatives in areas of Film, Video, High Definition, Electronic Cinematography and Digital Cinema including, Cameras, Lenses, Cranes, Support Equipment & Services, Dollies, Mounts, Motion Control, Crafts, Props, Sets, Film Stocks, Film Commission, Lighting, Generators, Expendables, Publications, Sound Stages, Studios, equipment rental houses, Post Production Facilities, Unions and Guilds, Computer Hardware and Software, Visual Effects, Special Effects and industry leaders and major end-users from around the globe. Members of professional associations and guilds in production, post-production and entertainment media fields, Producers, Directors, Directors of Photography, Studio Department Heads, Independent Production Company Owners, Production Managers, Camera Operators and Assistants, Lighting Technicians, Writers, Production Designers, Asst. Directors, Mixers, Script Supervisors, Grips, Editors, Special FX houses and supervisors, Location Managers, Production Assistants, Sound Technicians, and more.
Cine Gear Expo – Los Angeles will be held at the Wadsworth Theatre and Grounds in West Los Angeles, California on June 20-21, 2008. Cine Gear Expo Master Classes will be held on June 22, 2008 and Film series will take place on June 19-21, 2008 in Los Angeles.
The Premiere Seminars will be offered at the show, free of charge to attendees and will run both days of the show, at the Wadsworth Theatre and Grounds in West Los Angeles, California on June 20-21, 2008
The Master Class Seminar Series, is held the day after the show ends, on Sunday June 22, 2008. Hosted by top industry professionals and leaders, this nominally priced Master Class provides informative and educational seminars and lectures on current industry trends and topics.
Call for Entries! The Film Series at Cine Gear Expo 2008 Independent & Student Short Film Competition announcing The Expansion into Feature Film Competition. Deadlines for submissions are early: 3.16.08, regular: 4.16.08, late: 05.16.08. For full details, entry forms and competition rules, and the screening schedule, please visit
http://www.cinegearexpo.com and click on 2008 “Film Series at Cine Gear Expo”
In keeping with the unique Cine Gear Expo charm, show will continue the tradition of providing a casual setting with complimentary beer and wine, entertainment, food, and fun in a relaxed open-air atmosphere.
The growing list of New Products will be updated regularly on the Cine Gear website at www.cinegearexpo.com.
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