Los Angeles Press Junket: ‘Aftershock’ [audio]
On this podcast Jesus Figueroa of iWatchMike.com and ThisFunktional.com sits down to chat with Producer /Co-Writer / Actor Eli Roth, Director / Co-Writer / Executive Producer Nicolás López, Actress Lorenza Izzo and Actress Natasha Yarovenko.
They talk about the inspiration behind the film, AFTERSHOCK – the earthquake in Chile, surviving the earthquake, digital vs. practical effects, expected reactions from Chile and more.
On Twitter? Follow @ThisFunktional
@ThisFunktional attends the ‘Jurassic Park’ Event in LA [video]
Jesus Figueroa of iWatchMike.com attended the ‘Jurassic Park’ event at Universal Studios Hollywood. At the event he chatted with Raul Becerra about the film’s influence for the awesome ride.
JURASSIC PARK 3D & IMAX 3D hits theaters today.
Follow Jesus on Twitter at http://twitter.com/ThisFunktional
Universal Studios Hollywood’s Open Casting Call
Universal Studios Hollywood is Hiring:
Universal Studios Hollywood Holds Open Call Auditions for English, Bilingual Spanish and Mandarin Speaking Studio Tour Guides as Theme Park Recruits Ambassadors for its
Popular Behind-the-Scenes ‘Studio Tour’ and Enhanced ‘VIP Experience’
In Preparation for an Exciting Summer
WHAT: Universal Studios Hollywood is hiring Studio Tour guides for its signature “Studio Tour”
attraction, which provides behind-the-scenes access to a working production studio, movie set backlot and one-of-a-kind special effects attractions, including the award-winning “King Kong 360-3D” created by Peter Jackson, the world’s largest, most intense 3D experience.
Selected Studio Tour Guides will join a roster of seasoned professionals, many of whom will transition to roles of coveted “VIP Experience” guides. The enhanced “VIP Experience” puts the illustrious world of movie-making magic within arm’s reach of guests visiting from across the globe. It features an exclusive guided theme park visit and Studio Tour with unlimited front-of-line ride privileges, unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to movie and television sets, including the legendary prop house and a gourmet lunch prepared by Universal’s award-winning executive chef.
As Universal Studios Hollywood ambassadors, the Studio Tour guides join a dynamic program offering employees access to Hollywood-insider perks unavailable anywhere else in the entertainment industry. Highlights include: intimate group symposiums with prestigious industry professionals, free professional acting classes, auditions for top industry casting directors, and free private screenings of Universal films, to name a few.
To be considered, candidates must be enthusiastic and charismatic, have a performance and / or public speaking background, be knowledgeable of film and television, have an engaging stage presence, be friendly, outgoing, and be at least 18 years of age.
WHO:
Hundreds of English, bilingual Spanish and bilingual Mandarin speaking job-seekers and aspiring Hollywood hopefuls
WHERE:
Universal Studios Hollywood – “VIP Experience” Lounge, located to right of park’s main entrance (100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA 91608)
WHEN: Monday, April 8, 2013 / 2-4pm: Studio Tour guide — open casting call
Win Red Carpet Premiere Tickets to see ‘G.I. Joe: Retaliation’ [contest]
YOOOOOO JOOOEEEEEEEE!!
HEY MOVIE FANS! IT’S FINALLY BACK! Ya’ll remember…G.I. JOE: RETALIATION was supposed to have come out last year…either way…I am happy once again. MARCH 28th is the big day!!
Soooooo…everyone in the Los Angeles area OR…if you plan on being in town…WHO WANTS MY RED CARPET PREMIERE TICKETS?! Will it be you?! HURRY! ENTER!
TO ENTER-TO-WIN..Answer me this question….
WHY DO YOU DESERVE “MY” RED CARPET PREMIERE TICKETS?
Email your ANSWER, FIRST/LAST NAME, CITY to mikethemovieguy@gmail.com
(Email Subject: G.I. Joe LA Premiere)
- – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – -
This promotion ends on March 27, 2013 at 10:00 AM (Central). Only a single entry per person. Duplicate entries will be disqualified. Winners will be notified by email. No purchase necessary. Only those over age 18 are eligible to participate and win. Only U.S. residents are eligible to enter.
- – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – -
- – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – -
G.I. JOE: RETALIATION World Premiere
Thursday – MARCH 28, 2013
TBD
GRAUMAN’S CHINESE THEATRE
- – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – -
Premiere tickets will be available at 5PM at ‘Will Call’, Celebrities start to arrive at 6PM, G.I.JOE: RETALIATION premiere begins at TBD. Winner and guest will only be allowed into the movie premiere. This contest does not include airfare, hotel, transportation, or after-party.
- – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – -
Win Hollywood Premiere tickets to see ‘Beautiful Creatures’ in Los Angeles! [contest]
DARK SECRETS WILL COME TO LIGHT
Los Angeles movie fans!! I’m excited for this one…yesssssssss…I like magical, romance films. (lol) So…nothing has changed….I was invited to attend the Hollywood premiere of BEAUTIFUL CREATURES tomorrow night…but I can’t make it. WHO WANTS MY TICKETS…AND SOME?! Will it be you?! HURRY! ENTER!
TO ENTER-TO-WIN..Answer me this question….
WHY SHOULD I GIVE YOU “MY” PREMIERE TICKETS..AND SOME?
Email your ANSWER, FIRST/LAST NAME, CITY to mikethemovieguy@gmail.com
(Email Subject: Beautiful Creatures LA Premiere)
- – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – -
This promotion ends on February 6, 2013 at 10:00 AM (Central). Only a single entry per person. Duplicate entries will be disqualified. Winners will be notified by email. No purchase necessary. Only those over age 18 are eligible to participate and win. Only U.S. residents are eligible to enter.
- – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – -
- – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – -
BEAUTIFUL CREATURES Red Carpet Premiere
Wednesday – FEBRUARY 6, 2013
7:00 PM
GRAUMAN’S CHINESE THEATRE
- – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – -
Premiere tickets will be available at 5PM at ‘Will Call’, Celebrities start to arrive at 6PM, BEAUTIFUL CREATURES premiere begins at 7:00PM. Winner and guest will only be allowed into the movie premiere. This contest does not include airfare, hotel, transportation, or after-party.
- – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – -
Website: beautifulcreaturesmovie.com
Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xeQAHn-JTQA
Facebook: http://facebook.com/BeautifulCreaturesMovie
Twitter: #MisHermosasCriaturas #BeautifulCreatures
It’s “Back to School” time and The Crisco Kidd Block Party is currently seeking highly- motivated college students to intern in our Programming, Digital and Video Departments. If you are in the Southern California, Albuquerque and Houston markets and would like to learn the ins and outs of radio/entertainment alongside The Crisco Kidd Block Party, WE WANT YOU ON OUR TEAM! Submit your resume now to the attention of OH-JEZUZ at ohjezuz@gmail.com.
INTERNSHIP PROGRAM RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (but not limited to):
Programming:
- Contesting, screening listener calls, show prep research and talent shadowing (assisting with daily tasks/projects)
- Promotional events such as concerts, community functions, station/club remotes
- Work with community organizations, locals schools, and colleges/universities
Digital:
- Marketing (e-blast, blogs, content, social networking sites), creative writing and updating personality web pages and social media sites
- Research (music, movies, local community interests, entertainment) in your perspective city/market
Video:
- Record, produce and distribute original and viral content
ELIGIBILITY:
Prospective candidates must currently be enrolled in an accredited University. Undergraduate Junior and Senior year students are preferred; qualified Sophomores may be considered.
Interns must be in good academic standing and available 15-25 hours per week.
Student must also possess good work ethics such as punctuality, self motivation, and willingness to learn. Students must also be people oriented and serious about moving their career forward.
PREFERRED (but not necessary) EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:
Able to interact with the public in an enthusiastic and professional manner.
Prior experience serving the public in industries such as radio, restaurant, retail, and special events, a plus.
Web savvy, familiar with Photoshop, photography skills beneficial, shooting/editing video skills beneficial and knowledge of basic HTML/CSS helpful. Communications majors and Art majors encouraged to apply .
