ARwall is on the cusp of creating a whole new world with LED Walls and the Unreal Engine. Brought to you by Career Development, this event discussion includes the innovative approach to productions for The Jim Henson Company, NBC Universal and more, as well as how ARwall created its own technology for use across the board from indie projects to big-scale corporate productions. You won’t want to miss this enlightening talk!
Do you want to pursue a career in television? LAFS Career Development is thrilled to invite you to watch an exclusive virtual chat with Nathan Varni, Executive Director of Current Programming at Disney ABC Television. An entertainment industry veteran executive whose credits include Grey’s Anatomy, Station 19, and The Connors, to name a few, Nathan will be sharing his experiences and answering your questions about breaking into the exciting world of television.
Calling all artists and designers! We’ve assembled an all-star panel of professionals in the art department hosted by Production Designer and LAFS Instructor, Barbara Dunphy. Learn about the various roles within the art department and how these incredible ladies got their starts at The Los Angeles Film School! You won’t want to miss it! Featuring: Katie Byron–Production Designer (Book Smart, C’mon C’mon, Zola) Lane Cheek–Set Design, Art Coordinator, and Assistant Prop Master (Modern Family, The Vampire Diaries, The Bachelor) Brittany Hites–Art Director (Shazam! Fury of the Gods, Dear Evan Hansen, The Suicide Squad)
Did you know that the iconic Lil Jon song, “Some Cut” used a squeaky chair to create the most memorable part of the beat? How about that Timbaland’s famous baby sound effect in “Are You That Somebody” almost didn’t happen? Also, LARS Alumni Ari Levine used egg crates and packing bubbles to create some of Bruno Mars’ biggest hits. In this interactive conversation, we chat with music producers and executives on how to utilize budget friendly, everyday household items, to use in your songs. Panelists: Vanessa Spinetti (LAFS Alumni & Sound Designer) Ruben Garcia (BY alumni and Guitarist) Jason Griffin (formerly of Apple Music and Producer of Live Events)
