HD EXPO Los Angeles Panels and Speakers

Academy Awards, Emmys, Sundance, Cannes - what do all these buzz words have in common? Having been awarded one of these awards is only one of the common threads among HD EXPO industry experts. In addition to industry recognition, HD EXPO speakers and panelists represent a level of professional expertise, creativity, and leadership that is nowhere more accessible than at the expo. Check out the speaker bios to see the innovators and decision makers speaking at this year's HD EXPO.

Hard Core, Revolutionary and Indispensable - Must Have and Must See Gear
There's gear that helps you to get the shot and then there's gear that makes you think about the shot in a whole new way: Steadicam. 3D rigs. Cranes. Camera Cars. Every one revolutionizing production -- moving from game changer to indispensable. Find out what's hot, what's cool, and what's coming when you dig in with a panel of operators, cinematographers, lighting experts, product and rental experts in this interactive discussion. Cranes, storage, lighting, camera cars, grip and dolly, tripods, and more. How can you put new products to work on set with maximum success. Don't miss this rare opportunity to see, touch, and discuss with working experts all that gear. Panelists include: Mark August, SOC; David Frederick, SOC; Dan Kneece, SOC; David Mahlmann, SOC; and Larry Mole Parker, Mole Richardson. Moderated by: Jessica Sitomer, CEO, The Greenlight Coach.

Mobilzedtv.com presents
Creating Content for the Mobile Platform: What Every Producer Should Know
Debra Kaufman of MobilizedTV moderates a discussion with three pioneers in mobile content. Join Mike Wallen VP Creative for Fox Mobile Studios, Steve Amato, Founder of Omelete, and Frank Chindamo, Founder of Fun Little Movies, as they discuss the ins and outs making content that goes mobile. Mobile is poised to become the next big platform for content. Learn the ins and outs of creating for the smallest screen.

Jeffrey Silver, "Tron Legacy" Producer To Keynote 3D Day at HD EXPO - Createasphere
Sponsored by The Science and Entertainment Industry Exchange
Jeffrey Silver, one of the industry’s most respected and prolific producers, will Keynote HD EXPO - Createasphere on November 5, 2009 in Burbank, California. Mr. Silver is currently at work on “Tron Legacy,” the highly anticipated 3D release slated for 2010. He has produced over 30 feature films, including “Terminator Salvation,” “300,” and “Training Day,” and is a founding partner of Outlaw Productions and Biscayne Pictures. Mr. Silver is a DGA and Emmy Award winning producer for his work on “Wonder Years.”

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 Hayes (Sony Pictures Imageworks,) Siggy Ferstl (Company 3,) Jeff Olm (Dreamworks,) and Laura Peralta-Jones from XpanD.

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