Wednesday, 23 March 2011

ScreenHI goSURF & Wave Culture News March 2011

We have an exciting opportunity that has just come up for a motivated and
ambitious filmmaker who can hit the ground running. Read on to find out
more....

...and calling all Radio podcasters for an opportunity at Wave North in
Thurso!

What’s in this issue ++

- Wave Culture - Filmmaker REQUIRED NOW!
- Wave North / goSurf Radio Podcasters

FILMMAKER REQUIRED ++

Wave Culture Project ++



Motivated and Ambitious Self-Starter Required for Creative Project in
Caithness and Orkney.

In collaboration with ScreenHI, HIE are seeking a filmmaker to create a
short film (maximum duration 10 minutes) to celebrate renewable energy, in
particular wave energy, the role it plays in the North of Scotland and how
it fits into a cool, modern, cultural society.

The backdrop for this project will be the renewable energy industry in
Caithness and Orkney, goSURF, Wave North and the O’Neill Cold Water
Classic International Surf Competition.

goSURF 11th - 16th April, Thurso

Wave North 9th - 17th April, Thurso

O'Neill Cold Water Classic International Surf Competition 13th - 19th
April, Thurso

EMEC, European Marine Energy Centre, Orkney

This is an ideal opportunity for a new or semi established filmmaker
wanting to further their experience and portfolio as well as developing a
profile within the Highlands and Islands. The turnaround is tight so an
immediate production start will be required. If you are interested ask for
more information here. Deadline for applications is Wednesday 30th March.

Wave North Festival, Thurso ++

9th - 17th April 2011 ++

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As part of the O'Neill Cold Water Classic International Surfing
Competition held annually in Thurso, ScreenHI is delighted to announce we
are working with the local community in producing WAVE NORTH, or as we are
affectionately calling it, goSURF.

RADIO PODCASTING

Its getting closer but there is still time to apply.

We are looking for 6 intrepid radio producers to take part in a two day
radio packaging workshop starting Monday 11th April, followed by an
opportunity to complete your own audio package by the end of the week.
Full training in how to use recording equipment and editing software will
be given. Applications to Caithness Horizons.

SCREENINGS

Screenings of films made by Highlands and Islands filmmakers will be shown
throughout the week with a special feature screening on Friday 15th April
taking place in the centre of Thurso, outdoors! (weather permitting)

All events are free to attend though please do sign up for them
beforehand. More info can be found at Caithness Horizons Wave North
Facebook page.

That's us for now. Hope to see you at some of our events.

Thanks for reading,

Amanda Millen
Development Producer
ScreenHI

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