Volunteer for the 20th Beinale!

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The Biennale of Sydney for 2016 has already started and it’s in it’s 20th year of featuring fantastic works of art and installation.

Biennale of Sydney volunteers have the chance to be part of an incredible international art exhibition held on Cockatoo Island (8 mins from Darling Harbour by Ferry – free transport) and at Carriageworks where contemporary art meets heritage.

If you love contemporary art, are proactive and dedicated and enjoy engaging with the public, you can apply now to be a part of the 20th Biennale of Sydney:

How will you make a difference?
As a Biennale Envoy you will be the link between the artwork and the public in this unique and incredible atmosphere.
You will have the opportunity to share your passion with open minded and curious public who are visiting to learn more about contemporary art.

Your role will be to engage public in a conversation about various artworks and to answer questions.

Envoys are the reflection of what this exhibition is all about:

This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in contemporary art or working/studying in the field to develop their skills and experience or to share their passion.

Application procedure
For more information and to register, head to the website:
https://www.biennaleofsydney.com.au/20bos/about-us/volunteer/
Or call 0458 582 012
Or email volunteer@biennaleofsydney.com.au

UTS Alumni Film Screening

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Alumni Megan Riakos’ film Crushed will be  screening at Roseville Cinema on 4th May. Tickets are available here: https://fan-force.com/screenings/crushed-roseville-cinemas-nsw/

Crushed is the story of a young woman who returns home to her family vineyard after her father dies in an accident on the winery. But when his death is ruled a murder and her mother becomes the prime suspect, she must uncover the truth. Australia’s stunning wine country is the backdrop for this thrilling murder mystery.

Presented by WithWine, the evening’s events will include a WithWine live wine tasting before the screening,

All ticket information can be found in the flyer below.
There will be also be a special Q&A about the making of the film moderated by WithWine founder Richard Owens,  writer/director/producer Megan Riakos, producer Robbie Miles plus cast and crew (tbc) after the screening.
Trailer:

 

Noteworthy Film Festivals To Enter This Month

Here’s a breakdown on some of the best film festivals worth entering your shorts in over the coming weeks. Remember, if you don’t enter, you can’t win.
1. California International Shorts Festival: 
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  • Categories: All shorts, music videos, commercials, scripts
  • Cost: $40-60 USD
  • Next Deadline: 20 April
  • Website: http://www.calshorts.com
2. San Francisco International Festival of Short Films
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  • Categories: Animation, shorts, music video, documentary, television
  • Next Deadline: 30 May
  • Cost: $40-60 USD
  • Website: http://www.sfshorts.com
3. Berlin Independent Film Festival: 
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  • Categories: Animation, Documentary, Experimental, Feature, Music Video, Screenplay, Short
  • Next Deadline:
  • Cost: 25 – 95 Pounds
  • Website: http://www.berlinfest.com
4. Palace Film Festival
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  • Categories: Animation, Documentary, Experimental, Feature, Music Video, Narrative Fiction
  • Next Deadline: 31 August
  • Cost: $10-30 USD
  • Website: http://www.palacefilmfest.com
5. Show Me Shorts Film Festival –    QUALIFIER FOR THE ACADEMY AWARDS
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