WHEN: November 4th, 2009
1:00 PM - 8:00 PM

November 5th, 2009
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

WHERE: Burbank Airport Marriott & Convention Center
2500 Hollywood Way
Burbank, CA 91505

WHAT: A two day interactive conference, exposition and networking event featuring topic driven panels, educational workshops and hands-on technology that gives attendees the tools and knowledge to compete in a changing world.

WHO: Wednesday, November 4th

1:15 PM - 2:45 PM
THE KEYNOTE CONVERSATION
Lance Acord, ASC and Jon Witmer, Associate Editor, American Cinematographer Magazine
Acclaimed American cinematographer Lance Acord will share insights and experiences with HD EXPO - Createasphere audiences in a Conversation with American Cinematographer Magazine’s Associate Editor Jon Witmer. Long admired for his visual bravura and his long–standing collaborations with directors Spike Jonze and Sofia Coppola, Lance has worked on some of the most compelling visual storytelling of the past decade. His latest feature “Where the Wild Things Are” took the top spot in the opening weekend box office race and continues to attract critical acclaim. "Where The Wild Things Are," "Adaptation," "Marie Antoinette," "Lost in Translation," and his extensive commercial directing credits make for compelling conversation starters, so don't miss this opportunity to hear from one of the most sought after DPs in a Conversation about creativity, collaboration and the storytelling process.
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MEDIA ALERT HD EXPO Createasphere November 4th & 5th

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Creating Content for the Mobile Platform: What Every Producer Should Know, presented by Mobilzedtv.com
Debra Kaufman of MobilizedTV moderates a discussion with experts and artists who have been in the trenches, on the vanguard and have a view for the future. Panelists include; Hayden Black, “Goodnight Burbank” creator, Mike Wallen VP Creative for Fox Mobile Studios, Steve Amato, Founder of Omelet; and Frank Chindamo, Founder of Fun Little Movies.

4:45 PM – 6:15 PM
Hard Core, Revolutionary and Indispensable - Must Have and Must See Gear
A rare opportunity to see, touch, and discuss with working experts the new tools, on set politics and how to do the best work. Panelists include: Mark August, SOC, David Frederick, SOC, Dan Kneece, SOC, Larry Mole Parker, Mole Richardson, and Paul Kobelja, PRG. Moderated by: Jessica Sitomer, CEO, The Greenlight Coach.

Thursday, November 5th

11:30 AM-1:00 PM
3D: Creativity, Imagery and Cinematography
A cutting edge discussion with filmmakers who have taken 3D imagery and made it work to the extreme for their projects. Panelists include; Rodney Taylor, ASC (3D Concerts), Toshiaki Ozawa, (SCAR, The Brown Bunny), Jed Weintrob (OnLine, SCAR), Wayne Miller (3D concerts)

1:30 PM – 3:00 PM

November 5th, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
“How Did They Do That? The Making of a 3D Movie from Script to Screen”
Meet the experts behind the scenes making 3D a reality. 3D gathers momentum, but before there are images on the screen, the art and science of 3D must connect. Join a panel of the technical experts and content creators who have contributed to some of the most anticipated and successful 3D projects. Visual Effects experts, colorists, exhibition leaders and creative team members join in a discussion about how they made 3D real. Join Buzz Hays, Sony Pictures Imageworks, Siggy Ferstl, Company 3, Brian Gaffney, Technicolor, Patrick Lussier ("My Bloody Valentine 3D”), and Ami Dror, XpanD. Moderated by Dan Restuccio, West Coast Editor POST Magazine.

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MEDIA ALERT HD EXPO Createasphere November 4th & 5th

Premier of the 4K Forum – Featuring several presentations daily from companies that provide technology enabling the all-digital 4K workflow. 4K content from participating companies will be shown in native 4K resolution on large screen 4K projection systems.

Also during the 2-Day event, there will be amazing free and paid-for Intensives and workshops; 2G Intensive Workshop: The New Reality - How Fiber Can Futureproof Your Facility Adobe Intensive: Open & Tapeless Workflows with Adobe CS4 Production Premium, Gamma & Density Workshop Part 1 & 2, Panasonic Intensive Workshop: P2 Varicam 3700, Canon Intensive Workshop - Canon EOS HD Video: Shoot, Post and Deliver; and Expedite Client Needs and Sony Intensive Workshop: XDCAM Workfow. Please check the website for the schedule and detailed information at www.createasphere.com.

FURTHER INFORMATION:

For Information and Registration:
http://www.createasphere.com/november/index.html or call 818.842.6611.