Christian Media Association Blog: September 2014

Tuesday, September 30, 2014

Tracey Mitchell

Tracey Mitchell
Communications
Leadership Track 1

Tracey Mitchell, founder of Tracey Mitchell Ministries, is one of the nation’s leading conference speakers. She is a life coach, author, and mentorship founder of The Winning Woman. Tracey travels 40+ weeks a year, sharing Biblical principles and wisdom with diverse audiences throughout America.

Passionate about reaching out to many with the gospel message, Tracey is a frequent guest on national television programs, and is the television host of Today with Tracey, which reaches millions via satellite, cable television, and the internet Tracey was award an honorary doctorate in divinity degree in 2006 and was presented with the Dallas Exceptional Service Award in 2008 by Women in Christian Media. On Sept 26 of this year, Tracey received the Outstanding Woman Entrepreneur Award at the 3rd annual Women of Power & Influence Business Conference Awards Luncheon.

Tracey will be teaching 2 different workshops on both days of the convention. From 10:30-Noon, she will teach "Pitching to the Experts". One of the things Tracey will show you is that it only takes one minute to deliver a clear, concise message to the media masses. In this seminar, you will learn how to construct and deliver a quality message that will engage any audience. Choose any scenario noted below and deliver your best one-minute to several expert evaluators for on-the-spot feedback.

Platform Speaking
Pitching a Book or Screenplay
Pitching Yourself as an Actor
Pitching a TV/Radio Idea

Afternoon workshop is "On-Air Presence". The moment you have prepared for has arrived: You are on the air! Whether it’s in TV, Radio, Video Blogging, or other forms of media, this session will help you maximize your impact. You will learn how to deliver your core message concisely and confidently. Providing practical methods and strategies for enhancing your on-air platform you will be armed on how to avoid the pitfalls that could threaten your effectiveness.

Pitching to the Experts

Connect With Tracey:
Tracey Mitchell Ministries
Tracey Mitchell on LinkedIn

"Downside Up" by Tracey Mitchell

Tracey Mitchell Ministries on FB

Follow @TraceyMitchell1 on Twitter

The Winning Woman

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Monday, September 29, 2014

Laws of Life Court

Laws of Life Court
CMA Exhibitor

Laws of Life Court is based on the Word of God. Fred M. Mosely, J.D., LL.M., Minister, Speaker, Lecturer, Author, and Judge is the Executive Producer and Host of the Laws of Life Forum. He teaches the LAWS OF LIFE to the body of Christ based on his knowledge of the Bible and his many years of experience within the criminal justice system in private practice, a trial attorney and judge, and an administrative judge. Judge Mosely has also worked as a special consultant to Charter Schools in Ohio, and is the President and Founder of Justice Affiliates in Cleveland, Ohio. This is under the umbrella of Justice Ministries International.

Connect With Laws of Life Court:

Lawsof Life Court website

Justice Ministries International website

Laws of Life Court on G+

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Daniel Millican

Daniel Millican
Acting From a Director's POV
Funding Your Film

Daniel Millican was born in Austin and lives in the Dallas area. Owner of Serendipitous Films and Video Production, Daniel has written and directed five feature films, including The Imposter, and he runs a commercial production company. Millican has won over 30 international awards for his writing, directing, editing and producing of films, television, music videos, commercials and corporate films.

Dan will be teaching 2 different workshops at the CMA Convention. His afternoon sessions are on Funding your film. How to Greenlight Yourself will explain more on the difficult task of how to raise money to make your film. There is a ton of info, books, and articles available about how to shoot a movie, but little on how to pay for it all. Daniel Millican has produced four feature films and it was up to him to go out and raise the dollars. Learn how he raised millions.
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The morning sessions are a 3 hour Boot Camp on Acting From a Director's Point of View. It’s easy to find actor to actor training, or even agent to actor, but what is a director looking for in an actor? Dan shares frank talk about what directors are looking for. Learn the tips and techniques for a better audition and performance while giving yourself the best chance to avoid the cutting room floor – all from a director’s point of view.

Connect With Daniel Millican:
Dan Millican on LinkedIn
Serendipitous Films website
Follow @danmillic on Twitter
Daniel Millican on IMDb
Daniel Millican on FB
Serendipitous Film and Corporate Video Production on FB
Daniel Millican on YouTube
Daniel Millican on Vimeo
Daniel Millican on G+

Serendipitous Films Demo 2014

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Sunday, September 28, 2014

Time With Theresa

Time With Theresa
CMA Exhibitor

Time With Theresa, with hostess and producer, Theresa Westbrook, is a variety television show that features a wide array of guests. With Theresa's love for helping others to find hope and healing through Jesus Christ, as well as her love of spreading the gospel through available media sources, you never know who may appear as a guest. Through Theresa's Pearls of Shalom Ministry, plus her position on the Christian Media Association board, Theresa embodies the epitome of one who knows how to Encourage, Empower, and Entertain! Well known authors, musicians, and filmmakers are as likely to appear as are ministry leaders or someone who just has a story of redemption and recovery that will strike a chord with viewers. Time With Theresa "warms the heart and encourages the soul"!
Time With Theresa airs in Denton, Texas, on Charter 191, 47.1 and Verizon 39 cable channels. You can also watch videos on the Time With Theresa FB page and Theresa's YouTube Channel. Be sure to share the programming with your friends.

Connect With Theresa:
Theresa Westbrook website
Time With Theresa on FB
Time With Theresa YouTube
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DRC Films

DRC Films
CMA Exhibitor

DRC Films, LLC produces Christian films that are evangelistic and meant to present the gospel message very clearly. The vision of DRC Films is to share the love of Christ to the world through movies. Their films include Final Exit, The Gathering, Escape From Hell, Pilgrim's Progress, and Out of the Darkness. Watch below as Danny R Carrales of DRC Films shares a look at his upcoming film, Beyond the Darkness.

Connect With DRC Films:
DRC Films on IMDb
ReelChristian

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Saturday, September 27, 2014

CTN10

CTN10
CMA Convention Sponsor/Exhibitor

CTN10 of the Christian Television Network signed on the air in SW Florida on January 29, 1995 . Now, with a state of the art TELEVISION PRODUCTION STUDIO and High Definition equipment, CTN-10 is so grateful to the Lord and the viewers for their prayers and faithful financial support of this 501-c-3 non profit ministry. Catch the vision and help them transform lives by using their resources to further the gospel through Christian Television not only in just southwest Florida, but around the world with live streaming. We are excited to have CTN10 as a sponsor and exhibitor of the first CMA National Media Convention.

Connect With CTN10:
CTN10 website
CTN10 on FB
Follow @CTN10tv on Twitter
CTN10 on Google+
CTN10 on YouTube

CTN10 Vision Promo

Christian Media Association would also like to thank CRT10 for the ad they did for the 2014 CMA National Media Convention!

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Scott Mendes

Scott Mendes
Church Media and
Television Panelist

Scott Mendes, 1997 World Champion Bull Rider, is the founder and executive director of Western Harvest Ministries. Dedicated to ministering to the youth of America and to all that love the western heritage, this ministry shares the unconditional love of God and His grace through events that will both challenge and equip all participants and spectators to place their personal relationship with the Lord Jesus first place in their lives. To find out what events are coming up, check out Conquering the Beast. Scott is also the current Christian Media Association-Fort Worth Chapter Leader.

On Fri, Oct 17, Scott will be joining other powerful media professionals on a panel for a time of sharing valuable information and networking from 6-7:30pm! The Church Media, TV, and Production Networking Social and Panel Discussion is also Open to the Public for $10 per person. Register Here

Connect With Scott Mendes:
Scott Mendes website
Scott on LinkedIn
Western Harvest Ministries
Conquering the Beast
Follow @scottmendes on Twitter
Scott on YouTube Scott Mendes 97-World Champion Bull Rider
Scott Mendes on G+

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Friday, September 26, 2014

Marlene McMillan

Marlene McMillan
Communications, Speakers,
and Leadership Track

Marlene McMillan is an international stage speaker, author of multiple books and producer of over 100 products with extensive media experience and training. She is the producer of “Who? To Wow! How to Become a Niche Celebrityin 120 Days or Less”, a 12 DVD course with action guide and transcript. She helps people reach their Kingdom Purpose to fulfill their highest call. Homeschool pioneer and mother of 7, Dr. Marlene has the ability to make complicated subjects easy to understand and to help people take action in agreement with their priorities.

Dr Marlene will be teaching workshops on Friday and Saturday mornings as part of the Leadership Track. "Energy Is More Than Body Language: Take Control of the Room". You will learn that the unseen aspects of communication are more important than just posture, hand positioning or eye movement. Learn how to confidently walk into a room, size up the situation and accomplish your goal. Get the part, the booking, the help for your movie or whatever else you seek while maintaining your dignity and purpose. You will also learn how to craft an elevator speech including the basics of making sure your language agrees with your brand.

Connect With Dr. Marlene McMillan:
Dr. Marlene McMillan website
Dr Marlene McMillan on LinkedIn
Dr. Marlene McMillan on FB
Follow @MarleneMcMillan on Twitter

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