Business of Film: From Submit to Success Workshop
Back by popular demand, IFA Chicago and the Chicago Alliance of Film Festivals (CAFF) are thrilled to bring you this program once again on November 11th. This Business of Film session will explore how to properly navigate the journey and evaluate which film festivals are right for you. We’ll have a panel of expert organizers and filmmakers, ready to share their insights on how to maximize value and increase success when it comes to film festivals.
Complimentary beverages and light bites will be served. Stick around after the panel for socializing, and learning more about available tools and resources.
Nov. 11 6pm-8pm at FACETS Film Forum. This event is FREE for IFA Chicago and CAFF members. Tickets are $5 for the general public. Please RSVP.
New users will need to create a free account in our event system to register. Reach out to info@ifachicago.org if you need assistance!
Our panel:
Davis Cameron Chu
Davis Cameron Chu is a Chicago-based mixed media filmmaker. He currently works as a Designer/Animator at Sarofsky, while also pursuing filmmaking outside of his day job.
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Elise Jaffe
Elise Jaffe is the "Spokesteeth" and Executive Producer of Big Teeth Productions. As lead Producer and Director, she focuses on documentary-style and animated projects. Her career began in children's television with Reading Rainbow and Blue's Clues. Her extensive experience includes agency producing for JWT, Grey New York, and DraftFCB, Edelman and post/design producing for VSA Partners and Vitamin Pictures.
Elise created, produced, and directed the kids web series "Fooditude," teaching tweens about life through food. She served two terms on the Indiana University Media School Alumni board, and as an Adjunct Professor. She is also a SAG AFTRA Voice Over Actor.
Gregg Jaffe
Gregg Jaffe is the co-owner and Creative Director at Big Teeth, a production and animation studio in Chicago that he co-founded with his wife Elise as a way to explore creativity in the workplace (and wear jeans and flip flops to work). As a director, writer, and editor, Gregg’s short films have screened at festivals internationally. Driven by his passion for short-form storytelling and supporting independent artists, he founded the Big Teeth Small Shorts Film Festival in 2019 to showcase exciting films from around the world—all under five minutes. See his work at bigteeth.tv or greggjaffe.com.
John Klein
Gregg Jaffe is the co-owner and Creative Director at Big Teeth, a production and animation studio in Chicago that he co-founded with his wife Elise as a way to explore creativity in the workplace (and wear jeans and flip flops to work). As a director, writer, and editor, Gregg’s short films have screened at festivals internationally. Driven by his passion for short-form storytelling and supporting independent artists, he founded the Big Teeth Small Shorts Film Festival in 2019 to showcase exciting films from around the world—all under five minutes. See his work at bigteeth.tv or greggjaffe.com.
Meezahn Senbetta
Meezahn Senbetta is a Chicago-based creative producer with professional experiences in reality TV, documentary and post production. She loves creating meaningful diverse content and advocating for artists.
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Sandra Bernal A.
Sandra Bernal A. currently serves as the Programming Manager for the Chicago Latino Film Festival. She is a cultural manager, brand developer, and mass media & communications professional with extensive experience in public diplomacy. She has worked for the British and Swedish governments in their respective embassies in Colombia, specializing in cultural exchange and fostering international relationships. Sandra holds a Master's degree in Arts and Culture Management.
In addition to her role at the festival, she is also an external consultant for cultural institutions and non-profit organizations, providing her expertise in program development, strategy, and brand positioning. Sandra has a proven track record of working in multicultural environments, showcasing leadership and decision-making abilities as part of a collaborative team. She has been part of organizing high-profile massive events, including the visits of Pope Francis to Colombia (2017), The Prince of Wales to Colombia (2014) and the 32nd International Book Fair of Bogota, with Sweden as country guest of honor (2021).
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