I NDEPENDENT STREAK M AGAZI NE VOL 3, #3
M ar ch 2016
BNFF seek s v ol unteers The Buffalo Niagara Film Festival is now seeking volunteers, interns and festival director's (someone who is self motivated, creative and well-organized) for April 2016 events which take place around the Buffalo / Niagara Falls Area from April 1st through April 17th. Special highlights this year will be a Comic-Con event, Awards Ceremony, Fallen Soldiers Event, many celebrities and high-profilers attending and presenting, and more.
Vol unt eer/ Int ernship Responsibil it ies: Students and volunteers will act as a liaison between the Film Festival, and festival sponsors and organizers. Coordinate and run events with local theaters. Correspond with filmmakers, production companies and media outlets. Shoot, edit, design and produce promotional materials, videos and web content. Assist with the day to day running of the Film Festival.
Fest ival Direct or's Responsibil it ies: To oversee volunteers, interns, give creative input and everyday festival activities, and to help us ensure that the festival is successful and well attended. To assist us and put an interesting and appealing festival program together. This may involve collaborating with a committee or other people connected with the festival. Scouting and recruiting good talent, themes and underlying ideas for the festival. The director needs to be able to bring creative and new ideas to the job. Originality and a go-getters attitude is a must! If you think you got what it takes - call 716-693-0912 or e-mail bcowell@thebnff.com.
Pal m Beach Int ernat ional Fil m Fest ival April 6-14 The Palm Beach International Film Fest has undergone huge changes. They are not only in a new location, now at the Palm Beaches Theatre in Manalapan, but they also have new administration and staff. President and CEO is now Jeff Davis and Executive Vice President is Larry Richman. Voices of Local Film is April 10 at the Palm Beach Theatre. There is also screening of music videos as well as many different genres of films from around the world, VIP parties, seminars, galas and more. 12 For al l t he det ail s, visit www.pbif il mf est .org.