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DIRECTOR | SCREENWRITER | ACTOR - "After driving a cab in his hometown of New York City for eight years in his twenties, Eric Schaeffer exploded on the film scene with his debut film "My Life’s In Turnaround" which garnered rave reviews. His next film was a hit romantic comedy for Tristar called "If Lucy Fell" (Writer, Director, Producer, Actor) which starred: Sarah Jessica Parker, Ben Stiller, Elle Macpherson and it is followed by a string of hit other films. Eric ‘s current film entitled "Boy Meets Girl" is a transgender romantic comedy starring transgender lead, Michelle Hendley and Michael Welch from "Twilight." It has generated much pre-production buzz from top sites like TMZ's sister site, TooFab.com. It's expected to be available for release in 2014. INTERVIEW QUESTIONS INCLUDE: What three characteristic traits does it take to be a successful producer? What is the worst and best advice you've received while pursuing your career? What are the basic steps to get a film made on a budget? How do

SCREENWRITER | NOVELIST | ACTOR - Frank Ferruccio has enjoyed a prolific and extensive career within many sectors of the entertainment industry. He is a film archivist, screenwriter, actor and novelist. He has written two books on the the blonde bombshell screen siren, Jane Mansfield. His most recent biography entitled "Diamonds to Dust: The Life and Death of Jayne Mansfield" has been made into a film starring Hailey Heisick as Jayne Mansfield and will be released in 2014. Jayne Mansfield was the mother of Mariska Hargitay, star of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. Frank worked at Lagunatic Filmworks and had the great opportunity to work with rock musician "Joan Jett" of "Joan Jett & The Blackhearts" utilizing his skills to assist in the development and production of the albums "Naked" and "Sinner." Frank is the owner of Frank Ferruccio Enterprises which works within the motion picture industry to provide significant services to clients which include: film archiving, film preservation, entertainmen

PRODUCER | WRITER | ACTRESS - Some of Catherine Natale's career highlight's include working as an actress in "Burlesque" starring Cher and Christina Aguilera and the sitcom "Hope and Faith" opposite Kelly Ripa. Catherine Natale can be seen in the in the upcoming movie "Wheels" which is a gritty comedy about two handicapped vets. Recently, Catherine opened her own productions company called Maxpetals Productions and developed a web series called "Redneck Weddings" in which the stories are taken from her own experiences working in a wedding chapel. INTERVIEW QUESTIONS INCLUDE: You said that your Kickstarter film funding campaign was a total flop and now you know what you would have done things differently. What do you feel you did incorrectly and what advice do you have for our audience on what you now think makes a successful Crowd Funding Campaign? WEBSITE: RedneckWeddingsTV.com

MULTI-MEDIA PRODUCERS - Benjamin Viele and Alexander Rodriguez are the co-owners of a multi-media production company called Sa Sa Productions. Ben and Alex are a couple of fun, feisty, very professional guys who love to bring together all of the elements necessary to produce top quality, very buzzed about events around town. By “redefining the defined,” Sa Sa Productions strives to provide a unique voice and style to each of their professional endeavors – changing the conception of the industry’s standards. If you want your next event or personal social campaign to be the talk of the town, call Ben and Alex at Sa Sa Productions. INTERVIEW QUESTIONS INCLUDE: What are some of the pros and cons of owning and operating a multi-media production company? Is this a profitable business? What are some things you can do to keep a business such as yours relevant and thriving? What are the main focus areas of a multi-media business and what do you need to devote of yourself to each one? What would be som

INDIE SINGER | SONGWRITER - Brittany McDonald is making an impressive debut with her hot single "Notice Me." With over 100,000 views on YouTube, over 36,000 followers on Twitter & Facebook, it's no surprise that her music has been featured on Golden Globe and Emmy winning shows such as: "Modern Family" and "Guiding Light." Her song "Another Wanna Be" was featured on 8 million Sony MP3 players worldwide. With notable mentions from Arianna Huffington, who personally gave Brittany her own blog on the Huffington Post, and taste makers like Perez Hilton, it's evident that Brittany McDonald's music is speaking volumes. INTERVIEW QUESTIONS INCLUDE: What is the WORST piece of advice you've been given while pursuing your music career? How do you balance a music career with other obligations such as your mate, children, social life? How do you handle mistakes during a performance? When you're performing, how do you keep an audience engaged and excited? WEBSITE: NoticeMeOfficial.com

COUNTRY MUSIC SINGER | SONGWRITER - Amy Rose is a 2013 Country Music Association of Ontario and 2013 Independent Country Music Association Award Nominee. Amy grew up in Barrie, Ontario, Canada, where she began her singing career at the age of five. Her first public performance was in a singing contest at a local fair, followed by a series of singing competitions and has mastered the art of yodeling. Amy’s first album entitled "One Special Girl" was released independently when she was only thirteen years old. Her 2nd album "The Last of the True Believers" was released in 2001 receiving lots of airplay and earning her the reputation as one of Canada’s best young female artists. Amy continues to successfully inspire live audiences and Nashville has begun to whisper in this northern girl’s ear. Her latest song entitled "Party Like A Redneck" has garnered rave reviews and will be one of the tracks on her 3rd album entitled "The Beginning" dropping October 2013. Another notable track on the album is call

ACTOR - This week our focus is on career advice from the perspective of the beginning actor. Our guest today is Jamian J. Blackmon. Jamian is a talented new actor whom I recently discovered from his YouTube video. In watching his demo reel, I felt he had a great amount of natural talent. I think that with his continued training, there is no doubt he could go on to become a superb actor known to us all. Jamian began his acting career pursuit in 2005. His first job was as a background actor on "Bring It On 4: In it to Win it." In 2008, he was cast in his first lead role in the film "Up In The Attic." In 2010, he was cast in "The Yard," directed by Nathan Zen-Sapien that was featured in the 2011 Garden State Film Festival. In 2011, he was cast in "Booley" directed by Christain Grillo which was signed to a distribution deal in the UK. In 2012, Jamian was cast in the film "Deer Crossing," that was distributed throughout the country being sold at different Red Box and Blockbuster locations. Jamian made th

NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION - Kelly Gonzales is the Executive Director of The Mulligan Project. This is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children with disabilities in Central Vietnam by providing special education, physical therapy and healthcare services to an under served and overlooked generation of vulnerable children. On April 11, 2012, The Mulligan Project joyfully celebrated the opening ceremony of The Dien Ban Day Center. This is a school for children with disabilities. It is a full-service special education facility that not only provides sorely needed programs to children but also benefits their families. The Dien Ban Day Center is the first of its kind in the region and addresses a critical gap. Most of the children at the Center have either never been in school or were rejected after failing their first year. The Mulligan Project offers children with disabilities a tailored program where they can maximize their mental and physical potential. Please consider help

INDIE BAND - "Val And Her Lovers" are a Los Angeles based band whose unique blend of Indie Pop-Rock, Dance and Soul has been compared to the likes of Florence & the Machine, Alabama Shakes and Tegan & Sara. The band consists of Val Macias (songwriter/vocalist), Patrick Simon (keyboardist), Steve Crane (guitarist), Henry Muehlhausen (bassist) and Matt Lesser (drummer). Recently, they released their first CD entitled "Goodbye LA" which was mixed & mastered by the multi-talented Bryan Morton. Their next CD is scheduled for release in the Winter of 2013. INTERVIEW QUESTIONS INCLUDE: What Are Some Unique Guerrilla Music Marketing Suggestions? What's a Record Label Deal All About? How Do I Plan A Radio Promotion Campaign? What Are The Top 10 Reasons Demos Are Rejected By A Label? How Do I Get A Solid Fan Base? WEBSITE: ValAndHerLovers.com

FILM FESTIVAL FOUNDER - Susan Johnston is the founder and director of New Media Film Festival. Before launching New Media Film Festival, Susan Johnston helped build three other film festivals; one of which is now Academy accredited through brand partnerships. Susan's experience in sponsor acquisition, brand integration and product endorsement of the NMFF and affiliated events, have propelled her endeavors to immediate success in the film festival arena. Susan Johnston speaks on the subject of "New Media" at schools, seminars and is a judge at the New Media Institute. Susan is also a member of ATAS Interactive Media (Academy of Television Arts & Sciences) as well as a Daytime Emmy judge. INTERVIEW QUESTIONS INCLUDE: How are films chosen for a festival? Who and what are the qualifications of most of the judges? How can we be guaranteed of a fair selection process? Why do some festivals refuse to let the public know who is on the judging panels? How does a filmmaker find the right festival for their fi

REALITY TELEVISION CASTING DIRECTOR - James Karhu is reality television casting director known for discovering talent for television’s most fascinating shows, including: ABC’s “Secret Millionaire” and the Emmy Nominated game show “Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?” An avid skateboarder and surfer, he began his television career travelling across the country in a green RV for the PBS and Fuel TV series “Roadtrip Nation.” Throughout that process, he spent 30 days interviewing leaders in the action sports industry, and discovered his true passion for people and their unique stories. His work can be seen on: ABC, NBC, Bravo, MTV, CMT, GSN, The HUB, OWN and online at Yahoo.com. To receive exclusive James Karhu Casting opportunities, sign up for our newsletter: JamesKarhu.com/newsletter. INTERVIEW QUESTIONS INCLUDE: Why have reality television shows become so popular? Is this a recommended path for exposure in the entertainment industry as an actor? What makes a great reality television

CASTING DIRECTOR | PRODUCER | WRITER - Stacey Tenenbaum is a casting director, writer and producer based in Los Angeles. She has spent her career working in both casting and development. She began casting at 17 years old and then attended film school, followed by the MFA Producers Program at UCLA. She's worked with some of the top casting directors and producers in the entertainment industry on dozens of series and pilots. Some of her casting department credits include: "Frasier," "According to Jim," "Reno 911," "Parenthood," "Covert Affairs" and "Perfect Couples." Feature film credits include: "Marley & Me" and "Wanderlust." As a freelance casting executive at Nickelodeon, she covered their large slate of projects which included: "Marvin Marvin," "See Dad Run," "Hollywood Heights," "iCarly," "Victorious," "Big Time Rush" and "How to Rock." Stacey has just completed the independent feature "The Wilderness" and some recent casting credits include: "Egg Baby," "Tomorrow Maybe," "Possum Death Spree" and

PRODUCER | DIRECTOR | WRITER | ACTOR - Leo Foti is the founder of a premiere Hollywood film production company, Seven Waves Entertainment. With several projects underway, including the recent release of the short film "Tipping Point," Seven Waves Entertainment is earning recognition in International film festivals for its unconventional and fearless storytelling. "Tipping Point" was the first film directed by Leo Foti and recently premiered at Universal Studios Launch Party for Seven Waves Entertainment. One of his upcoming projects is entitled "Extravaganza." It is a TV and Live Stage show. Leo is currently accepting script submissions for future projects. INTERVIEW QUESTIONS INCLUDE: What are some unique ways to get funding for your indie films? What three characteristic traits are mandatory to survive in the entertainment industry? What are the secrets to working as a team on a production and keeping everyone happy and enthusiastic about the project? What are some unique ways to get funding for

COUNTRY MUSIC PRODUCER | SONGWRITER | SINGER - Tom MacClear has written for or played with such music legends as: Rod Stewart, Annie Lennox and the band Concrete Blonde. He has written screenplays and has produced music for such television shows as "Californication" and "Caveman." His latest hit single called "Sweet Summer Days" sung by the multi-talented vocalist Rachel Quinn, is now available on all music websites. INTERVIEW QUESTIONS INCLUDE: When you're touring, what is the best way to deal with stress? Do you have any advice on how to conquer stage fright? Do I have to move to Nashville to get my work noticed by the important record labels? TOM MACLEAR WEBSITE: MacLear.net

CASTING DIRECTOR | This week our guest is Caroline Liem. Caroline is a casting director, audition coach and teacher based in Los Angeles. She has worked with some of the top directors and producers on over 50 feature films, television shows and pilots throughout her 15 years in casting. Her credits include: Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Beverly Hills Chihuahua 3, Anomaly, Assassin’s Creed III, X2,The Perfect Sleep, Devour, Blade Trinity, When Do We Eat?, Boogeyman, Auto Focus, Silent Witness, Life With Bonnie, Two Guys and a Girl, Popular and VIP. At Disney Studios, she enjoyed working in both their feature and television casting departments overseeing such projects as: Gone In Sixty Seconds, Pearl Harbor, 102 Dalmatians, Gangs of New York, Annie, and Geppetto. Her highly acclaimed film/TV audition and text analysis classes have been taught throughout the U.S. both privately and at universities. She has cast indie films, studio features and television pilot/series for Disney Studios, Warner Brothers, Sony, Pa

EMMY AWARD WINNER | PRODUCER | DIRECTOR | WRITER - This week our guest is Mary Lou Belli. Mary Lou is an Emmy Award winner producer, writer and director. Her directing credits include: "Monk,” "Reed Between the Lines," "Second Generation Wayans," "The Game,""The Wizards of Waverly Place,” "Sister, Sister,” "Girlfriends” and "One on One.” The last two shows earned her BET nominations for directing. She is the co-author of three books: "The Sitcom Career Book,” "Acting for Young Actors" and most recently,";Directors Tell the Story.” She also teaches part time at USC. INTERVIEW QUESTIONS INCLUDE: Do you have an advantage if you go to film school as a path to being a director? What does it takes to be a successful director? From a directors viewpoint, what makes a great actor? What would an actor have to do to make you remember them fondly? What are directors biggest pet peeves? http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0068953/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1

MUSIC COMPOSER | SINGER - This week our guest is Adonis Tsilimparis. After graduating from College, Adonis played in several pop and rock bands around New York City as a lead guitarist and singer. In the mid 1990's he became a staff writer for several years at a commercial jingle house called "Fearless Music" where he wrote and performed countless commercial ads. Many of his compositions could still be heard in advertisements for: Burger King, AT&T, Sprite and Pepsi. He decided to expand his career and began to compose music for other film and TV Projects such as: ‘Guiding Light,’ ‘All My Children,’ ‘CSI:NY,’ ‘NCIS’ and a numerous amount of reality shows on the E Network and A&E Network. He also writes music for cable shows and indie films. INTERVIEW QUESTIONS INCLUDE: What are key tasks for Music composer? What are the top three skills that you need to be a successful Music composer? What is your process for writing a score to a feature film? How do you get your first job? WEBSITE: AdonisCompos

BRITISH PRODUCER | DIRECTOR | WRITER - This week our guest's are Matthew Hick and Chris Lumb. They have been writing and directing partners since 2007. They started out performing at a monthly comedy night. They soon realized they shared a love of the "Monty Python" style of films and began writing sketches and short films together. Recently, they wrote, produced, directed and acted in a follow-up short film to their feature last year called "Tuck Bushman and the Legend of Piddledown Dale" with "Tuck Bushman and the Demon Bitch Bags" and it has received rave reviews and won several awards. Their films are available to view on YouTube. INTERVIEW QUESTIONS INCLUDE: What are some of the ways you can get funding for your film projects? As Foreign filmmakers, how do you get Hollywood to notice your films? WEBSITES: lumbfilm.co.uk and comedycheckout.com

TEENAGE ACTRESS - This week our guest is Lana Giacose. Lana is definitely a teen actress heading towards the red carpet path to an Oscar. Lana has booked jobs in film and television. Lana made her film debut in the upcoming comedy "She Is Not My Sister" opposite Kel Mitchell and Tristan Mays. She can also be seen in "Trust Me" opposite Sam Rockwell, William H. Macy, Felicity Huffman and Clark Gregg, the writer and director. Lana was reunited with Rockwell and Macy, as well as Oscar winners Melissa Leo and Jason Isaacs in the feature entitled "A Single Shot." Lana will attend the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah this January in support of another film she is in called "The Inevitable Defeat of Mister and Pete" starring Jennifer Hudson and Jordin Sparks. INTERVIEW QUESTIONS INCLUDE: What are some fears teen actors have about casting directors or auditions in general? How does a teen actor know how to find and build their brand? What are some of your pet peeves about auditions or the casting p

CELEBRITY CASTING DIRECTOR | PRODUCER - This week our guest is Valerie McCaffrey. Valerie has held the titles of Casting Executive at Universal Studios and Vice President of Feature Film Casting for New Line | Fine Line Films. She has cast over 80 films and has overseen several hundreds in her studio career. Some films she cast include: "Babe" earning James Cromwell an Oscar Nomination. She also cast Edward Norton and Eddie Furlong in New Line Cinema’s "American History X" earning Edward Norton an Oscar nomination for Best Actor and the critically acclaimed film "Hard Candy" which put Ellen Page in her first American film. Recently, Valerie produced a film called "Lost And Found In Armenia" with Jamie Kennedy and Angela Sarafyan; an award-winning cancer documentary “Tumor, It’s in the System” in which she co-directed and co-produced; as well as producing an award-winning film directed entitled "Neo Ned" starring Jeremy Renner and Gabrielle Union. She continues to cast scores of films and is