Twenty-one DGA members have graduated from the guild’s 2021 TV Mentorship Program, which pairs seasoned episodic television directors with members seeking to develop TV directing careers. Read the names below.
The program, which is part of the DGA’s diversity and inclusion initiative, pairs early-career directors (protégés) with veteran TV directors (mentors) who serve as their professional guides to the working world of episodic television.
“Today we shine a light on our graduating class for their talent, commitment and hard work – and extend our heartfelt gratitude to this exceptional group of accomplished mentors who dedicated so much of their time to teach, to listen, and to set their protégés up for success,” said DGA president Thomas Schlamme. “Seeking to build a career as an aspiring episodic television director in the middle of a pandemic couldn’t be more challenging, but every one of our graduates chose to take that time...
The program, which is part of the DGA’s diversity and inclusion initiative, pairs early-career directors (protégés) with veteran TV directors (mentors) who serve as their professional guides to the working world of episodic television.
“Today we shine a light on our graduating class for their talent, commitment and hard work – and extend our heartfelt gratitude to this exceptional group of accomplished mentors who dedicated so much of their time to teach, to listen, and to set their protégés up for success,” said DGA president Thomas Schlamme. “Seeking to build a career as an aspiring episodic television director in the middle of a pandemic couldn’t be more challenging, but every one of our graduates chose to take that time...
- 6/24/2021
- by David Robb
- Deadline Film + TV
CBS has announced the four participants chosen for its 2019-2020 Directors Initiative.
The initiative, which is now in its 16th year, aims to provide a platform for experienced directors to gain access to showrunners, execs, managers and agents, as well as shadowing network and TV studio shows at CBS throughout the year.
This year’s participants are Shaz Bennett, who was formerly a film programmer at Sundance, the L.A. Film Festival and AFI Fest, Jill D’Agnenica, who recently directed her first episode of TV for Freeform’s “Switched at Birth,” Leena Pendharkar, whose sophomore feature “20 Weeks” premiered at the Los Angeles Film Festival, and Ian Truitner, whose first feature film “Cutting Room” was one of the early movies to appear Netflix’s streaming platform.
“The access provided through our Directors Initiative gives television directors valuable first-hand exposure to the CBS Television Network’s episodic directing process,” said Tiffany Smith-Anoa’i,...
The initiative, which is now in its 16th year, aims to provide a platform for experienced directors to gain access to showrunners, execs, managers and agents, as well as shadowing network and TV studio shows at CBS throughout the year.
This year’s participants are Shaz Bennett, who was formerly a film programmer at Sundance, the L.A. Film Festival and AFI Fest, Jill D’Agnenica, who recently directed her first episode of TV for Freeform’s “Switched at Birth,” Leena Pendharkar, whose sophomore feature “20 Weeks” premiered at the Los Angeles Film Festival, and Ian Truitner, whose first feature film “Cutting Room” was one of the early movies to appear Netflix’s streaming platform.
“The access provided through our Directors Initiative gives television directors valuable first-hand exposure to the CBS Television Network’s episodic directing process,” said Tiffany Smith-Anoa’i,...
- 10/22/2019
- by Will Thorne
- Variety Film + TV
CBS has named the four helmers selected for its 2019-2020 Directors Initiative. Now in its 16th year, the initiative provides a platform for experienced directors to gain access to showrunners, executives, managers, and agents, as well as the opportunity to shadow CBS Television Network and CBS Television Studio shows throughout the year.
This year’s class includes Shaz Bennett, Jill D’Agnenica, Leena Pendharkar, and Ian Truitner. All are drama directors.
[Read more about them below]
The program helps directors develop strategic objectives aimed at cultivating meaningful relationships with industry professionals that are essential to getting hired.
“The access provided through our Directors Initiative gives television directors valuable first-hand exposure to the CBS Television Network’s episodic directing process,” said Tiffany Smith-Anoa’i, Executive Vice President, Entertainment Diversity, Inclusion and Communications at CBS Entertainment. “Our participants spend quality time on set and begin fostering constructive connections with showrunners, producers and executives with the objective of...
This year’s class includes Shaz Bennett, Jill D’Agnenica, Leena Pendharkar, and Ian Truitner. All are drama directors.
[Read more about them below]
The program helps directors develop strategic objectives aimed at cultivating meaningful relationships with industry professionals that are essential to getting hired.
“The access provided through our Directors Initiative gives television directors valuable first-hand exposure to the CBS Television Network’s episodic directing process,” said Tiffany Smith-Anoa’i, Executive Vice President, Entertainment Diversity, Inclusion and Communications at CBS Entertainment. “Our participants spend quality time on set and begin fostering constructive connections with showrunners, producers and executives with the objective of...
- 10/22/2019
- by Anita Bennett
- Deadline Film + TV
Stars: Sunny Mabrey, Lance Broadway, T.J. Hoban, Christian Pitre, Mykel Shannon Jenkins, Ursula Mills, Weetus Cren, Michael Nouri | Written and Directed by Ian Truitner
The deep space mining vessel Atromitos has been adrift for two years. It is suspected that most of the crew had brutally killed each other for reasons unknown. Genetically modified “superior” humans are sent to investigate the marooned ship and recover the only survivor. Under the stress of isolation in outer space, the crew begins to exhibit unexpected character flaws. Cracks appear within the group which threaten the success of the mission and their chances of getting home alive.
The complete antithesis your typical direct to market sci-fi fare, Deep Space is one of those sci-fi movies that, despite using a lot of familiar tropes and cliches, still manages to rise above the generic flotsum of the Dtv sci-fi market. It does so in the best...
The deep space mining vessel Atromitos has been adrift for two years. It is suspected that most of the crew had brutally killed each other for reasons unknown. Genetically modified “superior” humans are sent to investigate the marooned ship and recover the only survivor. Under the stress of isolation in outer space, the crew begins to exhibit unexpected character flaws. Cracks appear within the group which threaten the success of the mission and their chances of getting home alive.
The complete antithesis your typical direct to market sci-fi fare, Deep Space is one of those sci-fi movies that, despite using a lot of familiar tropes and cliches, still manages to rise above the generic flotsum of the Dtv sci-fi market. It does so in the best...
- 1/31/2017
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Presented by Deadhouse Films, The 10th annual A Night of Horror International Film Festival, and Fantastic Planet: Sydney Sci-Fi and Fantasy Film Festival, screen simultaneously at Dendy Cinemas Newtown from November 24 to December 4, 2016. Says festival director Dean Bertram:
The 10th annual festival is going to be our biggest event yet. Featuring over 100 films, several international filmmaker guests, multiple parties and a horror filmmaking master class; Sydney’s genre fans and filmmaking community are going to be treated to eleven days of the best and freshest horror, sci-fi, and fantasy from around the globe.
The festival opens on Thursday November 24, with the Australian premiere of the international festival hit Peelers, plus a Q&A with special international guest: Canadian director Sevé Schelenz. And in keeping with the spirit of the bloody hilarious film, the screening will be followed by a “zombie and strippers” themed after party.
The closing night film,...
The 10th annual festival is going to be our biggest event yet. Featuring over 100 films, several international filmmaker guests, multiple parties and a horror filmmaking master class; Sydney’s genre fans and filmmaking community are going to be treated to eleven days of the best and freshest horror, sci-fi, and fantasy from around the globe.
The festival opens on Thursday November 24, with the Australian premiere of the international festival hit Peelers, plus a Q&A with special international guest: Canadian director Sevé Schelenz. And in keeping with the spirit of the bloody hilarious film, the screening will be followed by a “zombie and strippers” themed after party.
The closing night film,...
- 11/8/2016
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Check out cover artwork and preview pages for Dark Horse's Aliens: Defiance #5 before its release next Wednesday, September 28th. Also in today's Horror Highlights: screening details and a trailer for Teleios and a sneak peek at Cryptocracy #4.
Aliens: Defiance #5 Cover and Preview Pages: From Dark Horse Comics: "Zula Hendricks and Davis are about to take on the xenomorph threat as well as a squad of hardened Colonial Marines intent on capturing a specimen in a large midspace fueling station. How far is Zula willing to go to stop her fellow combatants?
Writer: Brian Wood
Artist: Tristan Jones
Colorist: Dan Jackson
Cover Artist: Massimo Carnevale
Genre: Science-Fiction, Action/Adventure
Publication Date: September 28th, 2016
Format: Fc, 32 pages; Ongoing
Price: $3.99"
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Teleios Screening Details and Trailer: Press Release: "Los Angeles, CA - Thousand Mile Media is excited to announce the La festival premiere of Ian Truitner's Teleios. The action-packed sci-fi thriller...
Aliens: Defiance #5 Cover and Preview Pages: From Dark Horse Comics: "Zula Hendricks and Davis are about to take on the xenomorph threat as well as a squad of hardened Colonial Marines intent on capturing a specimen in a large midspace fueling station. How far is Zula willing to go to stop her fellow combatants?
Writer: Brian Wood
Artist: Tristan Jones
Colorist: Dan Jackson
Cover Artist: Massimo Carnevale
Genre: Science-Fiction, Action/Adventure
Publication Date: September 28th, 2016
Format: Fc, 32 pages; Ongoing
Price: $3.99"
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Teleios Screening Details and Trailer: Press Release: "Los Angeles, CA - Thousand Mile Media is excited to announce the La festival premiere of Ian Truitner's Teleios. The action-packed sci-fi thriller...
- 9/20/2016
- by Tamika Jones
- DailyDead
Now in its 15th year, Sci-Fi London is an annual international film festival that enjoys an unrivalled reputation as a launchpad for genre film. Always keen to challenge stereotypes and push the definition of what ‘sci-fi’ means, the festival has a reputation for programming a variety of exciting and independent films, bringing together the best science fiction and fantastic film from around the world.
And whilst we can’t cover every film shown at this years event, we can bring you a small selection of filmic highlights. First up: Einstein’s God Model and Teleios…
Einstein’S God Model
Stars: Aaron Graham, Kirby O’Connell, Kenneth Hughes, Brad Norman, Darryl Warren, Karol Kent, Tiffany Scott, Andy Hannon, Mallory Bordonaro | Written and Directed by Philip T. Johnson
Using the science of Quantum Physics and String Theory, Einstein’s God Model takes the audience on a journey beyond the known universe. Director Philip T.
And whilst we can’t cover every film shown at this years event, we can bring you a small selection of filmic highlights. First up: Einstein’s God Model and Teleios…
Einstein’S God Model
Stars: Aaron Graham, Kirby O’Connell, Kenneth Hughes, Brad Norman, Darryl Warren, Karol Kent, Tiffany Scott, Andy Hannon, Mallory Bordonaro | Written and Directed by Philip T. Johnson
Using the science of Quantum Physics and String Theory, Einstein’s God Model takes the audience on a journey beyond the known universe. Director Philip T.
- 5/8/2016
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Ian Truitner's deep space thriller Teleios had its world premier at the Sci-Fi London Film fest on last night and it screens again this Wednesday, May 4 at 9:00 pm. The film concerns a rescue mission for one man that turns into a battle for survival as the "perfect" rescue team starts to fracture. Check out the trailer below.
Teleios stars Sunny Mabrey (Species III, Michael Nouri (Damages), Lance Broadway (Olympus Has Fallen), Tj Hoban ("It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia") and Mykel Shannon Jenkins ("The Bold and the Beautiful").
Synopsis:
The deep space mining vessel Atromitos has been adrift for two years. It is suspected that most of the crew had brutally killed each other for reasons unknown.
Genetically modified "superior" humans are sent to in [Continued ...]...
Teleios stars Sunny Mabrey (Species III, Michael Nouri (Damages), Lance Broadway (Olympus Has Fallen), Tj Hoban ("It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia") and Mykel Shannon Jenkins ("The Bold and the Beautiful").
Synopsis:
The deep space mining vessel Atromitos has been adrift for two years. It is suspected that most of the crew had brutally killed each other for reasons unknown.
Genetically modified "superior" humans are sent to in [Continued ...]...
- 5/2/2016
- QuietEarth.us
Exclusive: Galen Christy and Faisal Toor’s Los Angeles-based sales company has secured world sales rights on the sci-fi pair.
Taking Earth centres on aliens that commandeer the planet in order to find the one person that can destroy their race.
Grant Humphreys shot the film in South Africa. Ronan Quarmby stars and Grant Knight and Michael Harrison produced.
Ian Truitner directed Teleios starring Sunny Mabrey, Lance Broadway and Christian Pitre.
The story follows five genetically engineered humans on a rescue mission to the Jovian moon Titan, where only one person is believed to have survived an ill-fated previous mission.
Taking Earth centres on aliens that commandeer the planet in order to find the one person that can destroy their race.
Grant Humphreys shot the film in South Africa. Ronan Quarmby stars and Grant Knight and Michael Harrison produced.
Ian Truitner directed Teleios starring Sunny Mabrey, Lance Broadway and Christian Pitre.
The story follows five genetically engineered humans on a rescue mission to the Jovian moon Titan, where only one person is believed to have survived an ill-fated previous mission.
- 2/3/2016
- by jeremykay67@gmail.com (Jeremy Kay)
- ScreenDaily
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