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Up Front Sunday Morning The Proscenia Newsletter is now a web-based publication. We hope this solves an on-going problem with some reader's inability to access attached documents. It will also allow us to add photographs and multimedia as needed. Eventually, we may develop a whole new layout and multi-page format. All newsletters will continue to be archived as they have in the past. Let us know your thoughts on this change. Michael Moore, the Academy-Award-winning director of Bowling for Columbine,will speak at Portland's Memorial Coliseum on October 23 at 7 p.m. Tickets for "An Evening with Michael Moore" are $29, $20, and $15; a limited number of tickets are available to students for $5 with valid student ID and can be purchased at any Ticketmaster outlet. The event is sponsored by Portland State University's Continuing Education program. Nearly 1,000 micromovies were submitted for the first-ever online Ten Second Films competition. Candide Media recently announced the winners of the competition. New York City artist Sorrel Ahlfeld took home the $1,000 First Prize for "Walking Haiku," which uses its precious seconds to paint an emotion-drenched portrait of romantic yearning. Second Prize went to "Rollerskates!" in which a young woman uses a skyscraper like a ski jump to gleefully launch herself onto the green lawn of Bryant Park, in the middle of Manhattan. And Third Prize went to "The 7th Distraction," a sly story of a driver who fails to heed an unusually accurate traffic report on his car's radio. Did you know that the Library of Congress provides both live and archived cybercasts? Cyber LC makes available the opportunity to see and hear some of the brightest minds of our time over the Internet. Those of you familiar ACM - SIGGRAPH (Special Interest Group - Graphics) may not know that there is a regional Cascade SIGGRAPH chapter. Log on to their web site and you can sign up to receive a free monthly newsletter and information about events. You can also request membership information.Beginning in 2004, the 5k award competition for excellence in web design and production will be managed by SIGGRAPH. All the entry websites must be no more than 5 Kilobytes in size. If you are interested in web design an interview with Canadian graphic artist Julie Laframboise may be informative. Laframboise is a graphic designer with NIVA Inc., an Ottawa-based communications firm. The move to convert hardcopy documents into Web documents, accessible by virtually anyone, is creating a demand for designers who can apply elements of good design to the new medium. Julie shares her Web-document design experience. Reader Terry Kneen sent along an item about a new wrist watch with built-in flash memory drive now being distributed on line by Meritline. The watch comes with either a 128MB ($70) or 256MB ($130) storage capacity. The watch plugs into both Macintosh and Window computers using a USB port. The external drive appears on the computer desktop just as would any external drive. The Christophers have announced winners of the Sixteenth Annual Video Contest For College Students about which I posted notice a few months back. Lisa Thompson, a Broadcast Journalism major at the University of Southern California, won the first prize of $3,000 for her documentary, “Hope for Mali,” a look at the volunteers of Medicine for Mali, a non-profit organization.
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Reader Services Directory: The Proscenia Newsletter offers a listing of services by subscribers. If you would like to include your web site please contact the me at garywf@oregon.uoregon.edu. ATGpro.Com, Eugene. Aaron Thomas Graham, Media Developer. Mr. Graham is currently a Graphic Designer with Monaco Coach company. BeekMedia. Eugene. Ben Beekman is a graduate of the UO Multimedia program currently doing contract work in a variety of media including DVD and web design. Christ Gates: Creative Graphic Communication for Electronic and Print Media. Portland. Chris Gates is a web and multimedia specialist and medical illustrator. Clandestino Productions. Eugene. Gabriel Guzman, and Michael L.wilso.nA progressive new media design house that specializes in analog and digital creative solutions for commercial, non-profit and private interests. Clandestino specializes in assisting progressive businesses, organizations and individuals that support global and cultural enrichment and preservation Cory Davidson. Eugene. Ms. Davidson is currently a web designer with Monaco Motor Coach company. Creative Imagery. Gresham. Don Strike is an instructional designer and trainer providing course development for business and industry. Equilibrium Designs. Portland. Manuel Hernandez. Mr. Hernandez is a professional web designer with clients in the Eugene area. He is also completing a degree in animation at the Portland Art Institute. Notaphaze.com. Eugene Josh Taylor provides web design, animation, audio, digital art, illustration, photography and video services. Troy McFarland.com.Seattle. Mr. McFarland Specializes in 3D and motion graphic services for the film, video, and multimedia industry. |
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Resources: Interview: Ricardo Delgado, Conceptual Designer and Storyboard Artist who has worked on films like Men in Black, Tom Rader, Dinosaur and Atlantis. Interview: Eric Feng from Feric.com talks about his work, where his influences come from and his future plans. He is an Animation Designer from Square Picture (creators of the "Final Fantasy" movie)
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Tools :The
following news items are from The
Scout Report, (Copyright Internet Scout Project 1994-2003.)
This publication is distributed on line and is a free subscription
service. 1.4 [Mac OS X] These days everyone seems to have a homepage, or is at least spending a few hours a week chatting with friends, both near and far. eMode 1.4 is a handy little application designed to let users display their current mood on iChat and their homepage. Using a diverse set of emoticons, users can convey their current emotional state to friends and those just passing through the virtual world of the Internet. eMode 1.4 is compatible with all systems running Mac OS X 10.2 and higher. IN THE NEWS: The following news items are selected from NewsScanDaily an online publication distributed Monday through Friday. Readers are encouraged to subscribe to this free news summary. NEW
CALIFORNIA LEGISLATION FRIENDLY TO ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY TERMINATION OF INFORMATION AWARENESS OFFICE. The Pentagon's controversial Information Awareness Office, which had been headed by Admiral. John M. Poindexter, has been closed down by Congress, though a few of its projects will be shifted elsewhere within the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA). Senator Ron Wyden (D, OR) says:"They turned the lights out on the programs Poindexter conceived. From a standpoint of civil liberties, this is a huge victory." Wyden says the programs that survived are mainly training initiatives, such as war-gaming software that help agencies analyze evidence and communicate with one another. (New York Times 26 Sep 2003) http://www.nytimes.com/2003/09/26/politics/26SURV.html MICROSOFT
LAUDED FOR CRACKING DOWN ON CHAT ROOMS Child advocates
are applauding a decision by Microsoft's MSN online service to crack
down on its free chat rooms. Ernie Allen of the National Center
for Missing & Exploited Children says: "There is no question
but that chat rooms generally tend to be very dangerous places for
children." MSN's move is intended to force users to identify
themselves, so that they can be held accountable for their actions,
and so that MSN can contact them when it gets complaints. Of course,
ending support for free foreign chat rooms will also help Microsoft
reduce MSN's financial loss. Technology analyst Rob Helm explains:
"Maintaining any kind of online service is expensive. Putting
chat on paid status in the U.S, and turning it off elsewhere is
a step toward making MSN profitable." However, Microsoft spokesman
Lisa Gurry says that cost savings were "not a factor"
in the Microsoft chat-room decision. "This really is all about
looking at delivering the safest online experience for folks using
our services." (USA Today 24 Sep 2003) http://www.usatoday.com/money/industries/technology/2003-09-24-chat_x.htm iTUNES MEETS ITS MUSICMATCH Building on the popularity of Apple's iTunes Music Store, software maker MusicMatch is launching a Windows-compatible music download service offering songs from leading record labels with the fewest restrictions so far on copying and portability. The new software allows customers to purchase songs for 99 cents apiece without having to enroll in a monthly subscription program, and users may copy the tracks onto as many as three different computers and transfer them to portable music players, as well as burn as many as 5 CDs with the same set of songs. MusicMatch president Peter D. Csathy says it took months of negotiations with the labels to agree on those terms. A digital music store "is DOA when you have complex usage rules," says Csathy. Those terms are likely to soon be offered by others targeting the Windows market, which represents more than 90% of computer users. (Los Angeles Times 29 Sep 2003) http://www.latimes.com/technology/la-fi-musicmatch29sep29224416,1,6990564.st ory?coll=la-headlines-technology VANDALS DIVERTING COMPUTERS TO $5-A-MINUTE PORN SITES Network vandals have been exploiting a security gap in Microsoft's Internet Explorer software and using it to connect their computers to $5-a-minute porn lines by sending computer users to sites that change a computer's dial-up settings, connecting it to expensive long distance telephone numbers instead of the user's ISP. The original hole in Internet Explorer was discovered last month, and Microsoft issued a software patch to fix it, there but new variations of the malicious code seem to be evading the existing patch. (Internet News 29 Sep 2003) http://www.internet-magazine.com/news/view.asp?id=3732 TORVALDS: GEEKY KIDS NEED DATES Asked how to end virus and worm attacks, Linux creator Linus Torvalds told an interviewer: "When you have people who hook up these machines that weren't designed for the Internet, and they don't even want to know about all the intricacies of network security, what can you expect? We get what we have now: a system that can be brought down by a teenager with too much time on his hands. Should we blame the teenager? Sure, we can point the finger at him and say, 'Bad boy!' and slap him for it. Will that actually fix anything? No. The next geeky kid frustrated about not getting a date on Saturday night will come along and do the same thing without really understanding the consequences. So either we should make it a law that all geeks have dates -- I'd have supported such a law when I was a teenager -- or the blame is really on the companies who sell and install the systems that are quite that fragile." (New York Times Magazine 28 Sep 2003) http://partners.nytimes.com/2003/09/28/magazine/WLN104109.html ON-DEMAND DIGITAL VIDEO SERVICE The Walt Disney is beginning a new service, MovieBeam, that sends whole movies in digital form over the same broadcast spectrum already used by TV stations. The movies are stored in the hard drive of a set-top box and can then be viewed at any time (unlike movies ordered on cable television for viewing at preset times). MovieBeam's set-top units come with about a hundred movies already stored and available for viewing, and then ten new releases are transmitted each week to the unit, replacing ten of the older titles. Customers will be charged a $6.99 monthly rental fee for the set-top unit and between $3.99 and $2.49 for each movie they watch. (AP/SJMN 29 Sep 2003) http://www.siliconvalley.com/mld/siliconvalley/6892407.htm |
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AND OPPORTUNITIES: OCTOBER The Power of Design: AIGA National Design Conference October 23-26, 2003, Vancouver, B.C.The Power of Design" will focus on the extraordinary opportunities for designing in the 21st century. Designers will play critical roles in the success of our rebounding economy - both as agents of social change in a complex world and as leading architects of sustainable solutions for a troubled planet. You'll hear speakers from diverse disciplines who work in a variety of media discuss designing for the economy, environment and culture. Join 2,000 designers for 3 days of conversation, inspiration, discovery and fun in the beautiful city of Vancouver, British Columbia. NOVEMBER First International Digital Storytelling Conference, November 27-29, 2003, Cardiff, Wales. The British Broadcasting Corporation-Cymru-Wales will host an international dialogue and presentations about ways to build and sustain the Digital Storytelling movement. Co-sponsored by the Center for Digital Storytelling and the DSA, the conference will include the first International Meeting of the Association. Representives from around the world will be expected to attend. |
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These resources are recommended for learning more about careers in multimedia production. Job
Guide 2003 !Provides an in-depth look at a range of occupations,
and their education and training pathways. It also gives useful
information about how to work out what occupations suit you best,
based on your interests and abilities. Some examples: Careers in Multimedia.The Multimedia and New Media industries cover a wide range of activities. This guide looks at the types of job positions and the work environments in which one might be employed. Entertainment Careers has an extensive collection of material related to working in the media industry. Career Advice. Monster.com provides an excellent overview of the following career options and links to possible jobs. -
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JOB BOARDS. Click and go directly to a listing of jobs - no need for searching. Animation Job Board: Animation World Network. This site provides continuiously updated listings of international jobs in the field of animation. Check it out. Film and Television Job Board: Film, TV, & Commercial Employment Network provides important information and resources for individuals interested in pursuing a career in the entertainment industry. It's for beginners as well as seasoned professionals. Information and resources are provided for many areas both behind and in front of the camera. Entertainment
Careers. Net. Job Board. Entertainment jobs and internships
listings at Studios, Networks, Production Companies, Record Companies,
Radio Stations, VFX, Animation,Broadcasting EUGENE Cad
Designer R&D
CAD DESIGNER We have an immediate opening for a CAD designer for
our R&D Department. The successful applicant will: * Develop
interior and exterior design *Do 3D CAD for solid modeling (Inventor
and Rhino software) * Generate renderings of interior elements *
Generate renderings of exterior elements * Generate costing work
sheets for new designs (MS Excel) * Internet research * Research
components * Vendor relations * Assist with presentations Country
Coach offers competitive wages, excellent benefits including health,
life, and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid vacations and
holidays. A physical exam and drug test is required after an offer
of employment is made. Computer/
Lunar Logic, Inc. a Eugene based software company, is seeking candidates
for several positions: * Experienced Java Programmers-
Requirements include: at least 2 years of current experience, solid
knowledge of XML, DOM and browser interoperability issues, and the
ability to learn new programming languages quickly. Art/design skills
and familiarity with Linux are a plus. Please include code samples
with your resume. * System Administrator- Requirements include:
In depth knowledge of Linux. A high level understanding of network
security and standards. Knowledge of PC hardware. * Software
Quality Assurance- Will perform QA tasks related to a web
based application. Experience preferred. Mac & Linux experience
are a plus. * Technical Writer- Will create and
edit technical specifications related to web based software. Experience
required. Please submit professional writing samples with your resume.
* Editor-Content- Will QA and edit courseware related
to college-level academics, with a focus on math. Advanced end-user
computing skills required, including light programming, HTML coding,
and a positive, problem-solving attitude. Knowledge of XML a plus.
* Editor-Chemistry- Will QA and edit courseware
related to chemistry. Advanced end-user computing skills, and BS
or higher degree in Chemistry required. * Editor-Biology-
Will QA and edit courseware related to biology. Advanced end-user
computing skills, and a BS or higher degree in Biology or related
sciences required. * Editor-Statistics- Will QA
and edit courseware related to statistics. Advanced end-user computing
skills, and a BS or higher degree in Mathematics, or related sciences
required. These are entry level positions in a unique and exciting
local company. If you meet the requirements and are interested in
one of these opportunities, send your resume to: hr@lunarlogic.com
. Lunar Logic, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Location:
OR Date: 10/5/2003 Source: Register Guard (Eugene) Graphic Design. Full-service marketing firm seeks Graphic Designer with unique, fresh graphic sense to work on a variety of accounts. The perfect candidate must have 3-5 years experience, the ability to multi-task, meet tight deadlines. Candidate must be proficient in INDESIGN or QuarkXpress, Illustrator, Photoshop Dreamweaver, & Fireworks. Send cover letter, resume, and at least 3 nonreturnable samples of your design work to: Cawood, 1200 High St., Suite 21, Eugene, OR 97401. Location: OR Date: 10/5/2003 Source: Register Guard (Eugene) Technical Writer/Editor. Fast-growing Biotechnology firm seeks Technical Writer/Editor to produce technical and promotional communications that clearly and accurately convey technical information to the intended audience, with the goal of increasing product sales. Requires: * Excellent writing and organizational skills, with detailed knowledge of grammar and style, as demonstrated through previous academic or commercial publication experience * BS or equivalent in biology or related science * Ability to: - quickly learn and adopt company publication style conventions - multi-task - work under time pressure and meet deadlines - communicate effectively Send cover letter with resume and list of references by October 7th to: Molecular Probes, Inc. HR Dept/RG-TW 29851 Willow Creek Road Eugene, OR 97402-9132 Equal Opportunity Employer Molecular Porbes Location: OR Date: 9/28/2003 Source: Register Guard (Eugene) Web
Developer.Northwest
Christian College has an immediate opening for a regular full-time
Web Developer. The successful candidate will have a bachelor's degree
in a related field or equivalent combination of education &
experience. Qualifications include three or more years experience
in: * Web site development & programming to include graphics,
JavaScript, Java, ASP.NET, PHP, Cold Fusion, HTML & maintaining
medium-scale web sites. * Creation of Web based applications using
Microsoft tools & technologies. * Installing, configuring, maintaining,
tuning, analyzing & optimizing Web sites in the MS Windows (IIS)
environment. * Experience with relevant technology, including demonstrated
expertise with Microsoft Office, Front Page, Windows NT/2000/XP
& relational database systems. Qualified candidates will also
demonstrate a working knowledge of Linux OS & Web development
environments as well as excellent oral & written communications
skills. The person appointed to this position will have a commitment
to NCC's historic Christian mission. All correspondence, electronic
or printed, should be directed to the Director of Communications,
Northwest Christian College, 828 East Eleventh Ave., Eugene, OR
97401 or email: deanna@nwcc.edu
. No phone calls, please. Location: OR Date: 10/1/2003 Source:
Register Guard (Eugene) PORTLAND
AREA Voiceover
Narrator. NW Documentary Arts & Media is looking for
someone to do the voice over for a documentary that is about to
move into post-production. The voice can be male or female but must
be trained with previous voice recording experience. Please send
demo tapes with resumes to: NW Documentary Arts & Media Attn:
Production 115 SW Ash Suite 620 Portland, OR 97204 If you would
like a sample script for recording, please send an e-mail to production@nwdocumentary.org
and put "Voice Over" in the subject heading. Web site:
www.nwdocumentary.org
Source: Oregon
Film and Video Job Board Video Technician/IT. The Food Chain Films technician is combination of an Avid editor, computer specialist and webmaster. This person must have a competent understanding of videography, postproduction, computer applications, networks, and the web. The ability to handle the stress of juggling multiple tasks, communicate well, a strong attention to detail, and work with people are essential to this position. IT - Knowledge of networking and troubleshooting is key: our network needs to be functioning at all times, and our producers need access to email and internet while traveling. Applicant must be familiar with all aspects of SMTP to include LAN, DSL, cable, and dial-up options and how off site locations communicate to our mail server. Also must be familiar with how to set up accounts in Entourage, Outlook, Communicator and any other program a director or producer prefers. Our website will need periodic updating. Editorial - Work will include project pitches. Reels, director’s recuts and project editorial. This person will be responsible for creating special reels upon request. This includes building DVDs with functional menus, using DVD Studio Pro. Custom reels will also be put to 3/4” and (occasionally) VHS using AVID. It’s important to be visible to the community, so attendance of client related and organizational events is very important. Evenings and weekends might be needed, so a flexible schedule is nice. Required Skills: Avid Media Composer DVD Studio Pro Photoshop, Illustrator After Effects Microsoft Office Now Contact and Up to Date The person needs to be detail-oriented, forward-thinking and more advertising industry savvy than artiste. Skills and cultural fit are both important as our industry is extremely fast paced. We will negotiate terms with individuals, commensurate with experience. This is an in-house position, so freelance rates do not apply. I highly advise candidates to become familiar with Food Chain Films and our work at www.foodchain.com Please send cover letter & resume to jessicat@foodchain.com No phone calls, please. Source: Oregon Film and Video Job Board Web
Production Artist AZAD
This is an excellent opportunity for a Web Production Artist to
support a marketing group in a maintenance-type position which will
implement the onsite Graphic Artists' designs by creating the necessary
web graphic files. Responsibilities for this project include: NORTHWEST I'm currently limiting my Newsletter job searching to Oregon and South West Washington. However, for those interested in job positions elsewhere in the Northwest may I recommend the following Sakson and Taylor. Most media jobs in the Seattle area seem to be promoted through Sakson and Taylor a Seattle based employment service that specializes in technical communication. The organization fills positions in animation, graphics, media, instructional design, writing and other areas. This seems to be a central connection to the media production opportunities in the Seattle area. Seattle Times. Seattle area jobs not listed with Sakson and Tayler will be found in the Seattle Times online employment service. Career Click .COM. This online service allows you to search individual, regional, or national Canadian newspapers for job positions. Remember that Canada has tight employment restrictions for non residents. Vancouver Sun . The Vancouver Sun provides an online employment section that lists jobs in that great city of the North. These same jobs can be found on Career Click. Com listed aboved. |
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