Placid Sound Productions » networking http://www.placidsound.com on the Sound side of Film Production - Location Recording, and Post Production Tue, 16 Aug 2011 18:58:06 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.5 The Key in Business: Network Network Network! http://www.placidsound.com/2009/12/the-key-in-business-network-network-network/ http://www.placidsound.com/2009/12/the-key-in-business-network-network-network/#comments Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:42:25 +0000 admin http://www.placidsound.com/blog/?p=150 Hey everyone,

Just wanted to let everyone know about some great resources. Since we’ve jumped into the Film scene we’ve started going to certain networking groups. It’s been great to meet other like minded individuals who all share the same goal–make awesome films.

So here’s the deal:

AFM

Austin Filmakers Meetup – This group is made up of just about every film position imaginable and several of the group members collaborate on projects.

WHO: Everyone in film
WHAT: AFM usually has some sort of activity happening at he beginning of every meet up.
-Previous meet ups have had guest speakers (such as Ken Recter of IATSE), activities educating the group on different facets of the industry.
WHERE: Various Locations in Austin (Ex. Stompin Grounds, Dave & Busters, Sherlock’s Pub, Spiderhouse, etc..)
WHEN: Every Monday usually at 7pm

Network Austin MixerThe Network Austin Mixer - This group is of course a Networking Mixer for Film industry professionals. You’ll see professionals of just about every discipline.

WHO: Everyone in film, there are a bit more actors and casting agents at this event than at AFM. Although, this group attracts at least 50 or more attendees at every mixer.
WHAT: Typically there is a guest speaker or panel and then networking.
WHERE: Mother Egan’s Irish Pub
WHEN: The second and last Wednesday of the month at 7pm

I just thought I would share these groups with everyone. i have found that networking is a valuable tool when looking for work or keeping up your business/career alive. You just have to get yourself out there, get an elevator pitch ready, and go for it. You never know who you are going to meet just by walking up and saying “Hi, I’m [name] and I do [discipline]!”

Good luck networking!

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