BRR! The weather outside might be a bit frosty, but inside we have that warm fuzzy feeling! Even though February is the calendar's shortest month, there's no shortage of community events that promise to bring us closer! Don't miss out on the fun - join us and be a part of these exciting events.
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THE SHOP
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The first Cam Jam of the year is here! Join us in the shop on Wednesday, February 28th for a demo of the new Freefly Ember! This new camera is small, light, and super fast, equipped with a Super 35 sensor that shoots up to 800 FPS at 4K.
Come test out this new technology and connect with fellow industry professionals. This event is FREE! Register now.
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Last month we released THE CALL SHEET Vol. 2 digitally and in-print! TCS Editor-in-Chief Rebecca Martin Fagerholm and publisher Erica Duffy sat down with Ian Simmons on KICKING THE SEAT to discuss their process for creating the second edition. To learn more about what it takes to craft THE CALL SHEET, be sure to listen to their episode.
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Are you a designer looking for a new full-time role? Camera Ambassador is now accepting applications for a Junior Designer & Content Strategist to assist the marketing team in initiatives like our monthly newsletter, The Call Sheet magazine and so much more! Apply Today!
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When lighting, it’s often the simpler tools that can save a shot and save the day. Check out our customizable Flag Kits, and dive into our comprehensive collection of grip equipment to stay prepared for all scenarios!
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NEW & FEATURED EQUIPMENT
Arri Alexa 35 Kit | Rent
Zoom H4N Handy Recorder | Sales
FilmPro Surveillance Headset Classic | Expendables
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THE COMMUNITY
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The Patrick Lives On Annual Film Showcase & Fundraiser is a Chicago film showcase, fundraiser and industry networking event sponsored by Resolution Studios supporting the non-profit Patrick Lives On.
Their founder, Patricia Frontain, lost her son Patrick to a senseless act of gun violence, then took her grief and turned it into a powerful non-profit to help at-risk teens. Patrick Lives On is a group of loving and determined citizens taking a stand in support of the safety of Junior High and High School age children in the Chicagoland area with funding for after-school programs.
Come meet other members of the Midwest film industry, enjoy complimentary food and cocktails, and view two hours of local filmmaker's latest short films, commercials, feature teasers and videos. Get your tickets at the button below!
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Curious about the dynamic Chicago Film Industry and how to get work or level up? Join us for the MFF Production 101 Workforce Workshop with renowned Producer Yajaira Marie Quinto (”Earth Mama”, Apple TV | Juiceworld)! Engage in hands-on exercises, mastering the art of scheduling and budgeting, discover the secrets of getting hired and staying in demand, and explore various pathways into the industry. Spots are limited, so register today!
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Break In 1976, Faith Ringgold and a group of Black feminist artists co-organized the first ever Black women's film festival: The Sojourner Truth Festival of the Arts. In celebration of the festival's 2023 edition and Ringgold's major retrospective, Faith Ringgold: American People, the Museum of Contemporary Art is hosting an all-day screening of rarely shown films by and about Black women.
This screening is co-sponsored and presented by Sisters in Cinema. Screenings will be at the Edlis Neeson Theater on Saturday, February 3, 2024, starting at 10:30 am.
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OTHER FUN THINGS
2/29-3/10 | Chicago Irish Film Festival
2/14-2/16 | The Salt Shed: Crying at the Shed
1/30-4/7 | Gene Siskel: CLI-FI Series
Looking for more to do? Check out our Community Events Calendar!
HAVE SOMETHING YOU WANT TO ADD TO THE COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR? SEND US AN EMAIL AT RENTALS@CAMERAAMBASSADOR.COM
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READ ON
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