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Tuesday, October 14, 2014

Faith in Film Networking and Panel Discussion

Faith in Film Panel Discussion
& Networking Event

Dallas, Texas (PRWEB) October 14, 2014: The Christian Media Association will be hosting a Faith in Film Panel Discussion and Networking Event as part of their national media convention scheduled for October 17-18, 2014 at the Irving Bible Church. Friday night’s Faith in Film event is scheduled for 7:30pm to 9:00pm and is open to the public for $20 per person. (The event is included in a full registration for conference attendees.)

Benjamin Dane

CMA Dallas chapter leader, Benjamin Dane, will be the MC for the evening of discussion about the cutting edge topic of faith in film. “This year saw more diverse faith based theatrical releases and TV than ever before,” says Dane. “There seems to be a growing interest in knowing how to tap into this market. We hope to challenge Christian filmmakers to crash through boundaries with creative and inspired projects.”

Professional panelists include: Michael Cain (President M3 Films, Director/Producer); Curtis Wallace (Lawyer, Author and Producer); Danny Carrales (DRC Films); Chad Gundersen (Gundersen Entertainment); and Benjamin Dane (Actor/Producer Pathlight Entertainment).

These panelists will also be presenting workshops during the conference. A total of 25 speakers will present 50 workshops on a wide range of topics, include radio, television, graphics, public speaking, acting, PR and marketing, leadership, writing, and more. The entire convention, including workshops, exhibits, panels and receptions is $129 per person.
There is also a Hispanic track which includes a Hispanic Media Reception on Friday evening hosted by Comunicadores USA. The reception and workshops in this track will be presented in Spanish.

The event wraps on Saturday night with a keynote by Actor Stephen Baldwin which is also open to the public with tickets available individually. Each evening event is open to the public, and tickets for each event can be purchased separately.
To learn more about the convention or to register, go to: http://www.christianmediaconference.com.

About Christian Media Association:

CMA started in 1992 as a support to churches utilizing media. By 2003, they were holding media conferences across the U.S. to teach and network Christians in media. In 2009, they started their first CMA Chapter in Dallas. The upcoming CMA National Media Conference set for October 17-18, 2014 is their first national conference which will connect hundreds of media leaders in film, TV, church media, video, motions, graphics and more through 50 workshops and 25 speakers over a period of 2 days. The mission of CMA is helping Christians in media to connect and build their media ministry with excellence and integrity.
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Friday, October 10, 2014

Curtis Wallace

Curtis Wallace
Faith in Film Panelist

Curtis Wallace, founder of the Law Offices of Curtis W. Wallace P.C., author, producer and executive producer, will be one of several professional media panelists on the "Faith in Film" panel discussion.

For over a decade, Wallace has served as COO and General Counsel of T.D. Jakes Enterprises, LLP, and CEO of New Dimensions Entertainment. He has developed and overseen partnerships with entities including:

· Film Production Venture with Sony Pictures Entertainment

· Publishing Joint Venture with Simon & Schuster (Atria Imprint)

· Television and Film Joint Venture with Codeblack Entertainment

· Nationally syndicated radio program with Radio One/Syndication One

· Development of the God’s Leading Ladies National Conference Tour

As a Hollywood Producer, Mr. Wallace has served as the Producer, Executive Producer or Executive in Charge (on behalf of TDJE/New Dimensions Entertainment) of the following projects:

Feature Films Include:

· Woman Thou Art Loosed (starring Kimberly Elise), released in 2004 by Magnolia Films and the winner of Best American Film at the 2004 Santa Barbara International Film Festival

· Not Easily Broken (starring Morris Chestnut and Taraji P. Henson), released in 2009 by Sony/Tristar)

· Jumping the Broom (starring Angela Bassett, Paula Patton, Laz Alonzo and Mike Epps),released on May 6, 2011 by Sony/Tristar as the #1 comedy in its first weekend

· One the Seventh Day, a Woman Thou Art Loosed Film (starring Blair Underwood), released in October 2011 by Codeblack Entertainment and AMC Independent

· Sparkle (starring Whitney Houston, Jordin Sparks and Mike Epps), released August 2012 by Sony/Tristar

· Maximize the Moment infomercial with Time Life Video

Live Stage Performances Include:

· Woman Thou Art Loosed

· Behind Closed Doors

· Cover Girls

Wallace has acquired a vast amount of media experience and business wisdom to share with us at the Faith in Film Reception! You don’t want to miss this exciting and empowering evening with professional panelists from the entertainment industry! The panel discussion and reception is included in full registration of the CMA Convention or the general public may purchase tickets for ‘Faith In Film’ only. To Register, or for more details, CLICK HERE.

Connect With Curtis Wallace:
Law Offices of Curtis W Wallace

Curtis Wallace on FB

Follow @curtiswwallace on Twitter

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Thursday, September 4, 2014

Chad Gundersen

Chad Gundersen
Faith in Film Panel

Chad Gundersen began his producing career while in college at the University of North Texas. Chad and writer/director, Joe Scott, started Night & Day Films and made numerous award winning commercials, music videos and short films. Going out on his own in 2006 Chad started Gundersen Entertainment and has worked alongside studios and award-winning filmmakers to produce life-changing films. Chad is currently in development on numerous features, including The Lock-In, a teen comedy, TheDelusion, a supernatural teen thriller, and a series of films based on the best-selling Song of Acadia Series by Janette Oke and Davis Bunn.

Connect with Chad:

Gundersen Entertainment website

Gundersen Entertainment on Facebook

Follow @gundersenent on Twitter

Chad Gunderson on IMDb

Chad Gundersen on LinkedIn

Chad will be one of the panelists for the Faith in Film Panel and Reception at Irving Bible Church (convention site) from 7:30 - 9pm. He and other professionals within the film industry will be discussing doors of opportunity available to get more faith-based, family friendly films to an audience. This event is open to the public and will cost $35 for those not attending the convention. Refreshments will be served. Register HERE!

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Monday, September 1, 2014

Benjamin Dane

Benjamin Dane
Acting/Producing
MC of Faith in Film Panel & Reception

Benjamin Dane is a multi-talented actor and producer with over thirty television and film credits. He started in stage, quickly working his way into a professional acting career. He had a role in and is an Executive Producer of the feature film, “Beyond the Farthest Star”, releasing theatrically this year. You can also see him performing in the soon to be released feature films, “Red on Yella Kill a Fella” and “Second Impression”. Ben also owns Robinson Creative and is the leader of the Dallas Chapter of CMA.

On Friday, October 17, Ben will be the emcee for the Faith in Film Panel and Reception at Irving Bible Church (convention site) from 7:30 - 9pm. A group of professionals within the film industry will be discussing doors of opportunity available to get more faith-based, family friendly films to an audience. This event is open to the public and will cost $20 for those not attending the convention. Refreshments will be served. Register HERE!

On Sat., Oct 18, from 9-10:30am, Benjamin will be teaching a workshop on "How To Be A Successful Actor". This workshop takes a look at a career in Acting and what you need to get the part… period. Benjamin Dane details everything you need to know. Training, head-shots, resume’s, auditions, answers the question – agents or managers? The class teaches you what you need to know to get started! This is a strategy on how to jump into the game and how to be the best you can be. Do you have what to takes to make a difference in the entertainment industry? Find out during this informative session.

Connect with Benjamin:
Benjamin Dane IMDb
Benjamin Dane on Now Casting
Benjamin Dane on Actors Access
Benjamin Dane on Facebook
Follow @benjamindane on Twitter

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Thursday, August 28, 2014

Michael Cain

Michael Cain
Faith in Film Panel

Michael Cain is a director, producer, president of M3 Films and the Executive Director of Earth Day Texas. Michael will be one of the panelist involved in a discussion on movies that provide family-friendly entertainment and Christian values and how to open doors to to get more of these films out into the public.

The Faith in Film Panel and Reception will be held Fri, October 17, 2014 from 7:30-9pm at Irving Bible Church. This reception is open to the public and the cost to non-registrants is $35.00. To Register, click here.

Connect with Michael:

M3 Films

M3 Films on FB

Michael Cain on FB
Michael Cain on LinkedIn
Follow @mcaindallasfilm
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