Matthew Timosyzk: How Veterans use Their Military Training in the Entertainment Industry

Messages from the universe will be hosting Matthew Timosyzk Monday, May at 3 pm eastern time on 
https://www.blogtalkradio.com/messagesfromtheuniverse/2020/05/07/messages-from-the-universe

as he talks about how he used the skills he learned serving in the military to build a successful film and television career. During the live show listeners may call (845) 241-9942 to speak with him.

  

Matthew S. Timoszyk has been working professionally in the entertainment industry for 30+ years and worked for Sacramento Theatrical Lighting (STL) for 8 years. His associations include California Musical Theatre, Music Circus, Sacramento Ballet, Sacramento Opera, Barnum and Bailey Circus, Disney on Ice, BP Productions, Woodland Opera House, Stockton Civic Theatre, Showbiz Theatre Company, the Historic Oroville State Theatre and many more. Matthew is a professional member of the USITT, the Education Theatre Association, and a four-time recipient of SARTA’s ELLY Award, 2for Best Lighting Design, 1 for Best Sound Design, and 1 for Best Overall Musical Production. Matthew is also a filmmaker working with BCM Films and other independent film companies in the Sacramento region. Matthew and his wife Robin own and operate Garage Studio Production Services & Lost Art Cinema.

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https://garagestudio.biz/about/

https://www.facebook.com/mtimoszyk

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To learn more about how veterans can use the skills they learned in the military to build a successful career in the entertainment industry tune into

https://www.blogtalkradio.com/messagesfromtheuniverse/2020/05/07/messages-from-the-universe

on Thursday, May 7, 2020, at 3 pm eastern.

Horses and Heroes will tell veterans' stories as they work together to find new coping skills for their physical and emotional challenges. Veterans will be given priority for jobs both in front of and behind the cameras. Go to the website to learn more.

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How Humor and Comedy relieve Stress

Messages from the universe will be hosting comedian, author, and life guide Fran Capo on April 25, 2020 a 3 pm eastern at

https://www.blogtalkradio.com/messagesfromtheuniverse/2020/04/25/messages-from-the-universe as she speaks about her current work and how humor helps people through challenging times. During the live show, listeners may call (845) 241-9942 to speak with her.

Fran Capo is a 9- time Guinness Book World Record holder, most known as the World’s Fastest Talking Woman at 603.32 WPM. She’s a comedienne, actress, 21-time author, ordained minister, consultant, spokesperson, motivational speaker, producer and adventurer who has dived with sharks, eaten fire, bungee jumped, climbed Kilimanjaro and gone down to the Titanic. She’s appeared on 450 TV and 4500 radio shows including Dr. Oz and Larry King Live. She is the radio host of “Fran’s World”, CBS’s “Live it Up” adventure correspondent, performs a one-woman show, “Love, Laughter, and Light” and has entertained our troops on every continent. During her Tedx talk entitled,“How a World Record Mindset can help you accomplish anything” she broke a world record live on the stage. She is presently working on her film, “Sensei and the Goldman”, training for her trek to Vietnam and doing “Cuppa Capo Live on FB every Monday and Friday at 11 am est during the Coronastaycation mandate.

Cuppa Capo live every Monday & Wed 11 AM Eastern / 8 AM Pacific

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To learn more about Fran Capo and how humor can help you through your life's challenges tune into https://www.blogtalkradio.com/messagesfromtheuniverse/2020/04/25/messages-from-the-universe

on Saturday, April 25, 2020, at 3 pm eastern.

Horses and Heroes will tell veterans' stories as they work together t find new coping skills for their physical and emotional challenges. Veterans will be given priority for jobs both in front of and behind the cameras. Go to the website to learn more.

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Staff of Peace Ranch Help Veterans Find New Coping Skills

 

Messages from the universe will be hosting, the Executive Director and Founder of the Peace Ranch, Jackie Kaschel and Social Worker, Jan Stump on Friday, April 24. 2020 at 2 pm eastern at 
https://www.blogtalkradio.com/messagesfromtheuniverse/2020/04/24/messages-from-the-univese
as they share how equine therapy helps veterans find new coping skills for their challenges and reclaim their lives. To speak with Kaschel and ask questions call (845) 241-9942.

Jackie Kaschel is the Executive Director and Founder of PEACE Ranch; a faith-based community center founded to provide experiential, equine-assisted counseling and educational activities using horses for the greater Grand Traverse region. The ranch serves a broad population with EAGALA Model equine-assisted activities and specializes with at-risk youth, trauma-based issues for children and Veterans, and difficult to treat issues like addiction and autism. Jackie oversees all aspects of the organization including staff, program design, implementation, assessment and provides overall organizational direction.

Jackie is an Advanced Certified MH/ES and Professional Mentor through the Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association to practice EAGALA Model equine-assisted psychotherapy and personal development. Her love of horses began in childhood but expertise was developed as an adult when she achieved the Partnership Level through the Parelli Natural Horsemanship curriculum in 2007. Since then, Jackie has taught herd dynamics, equine communication, and their practical application to hundreds of students. Her forte is with traumatized horses having rehabilitated and trained 50+ rescue horses, many of which were unable to be handled.

Social Work veteran, Jan Stump offers the culmination of knowledge and experience in the Social Work field – trauma care, expressive therapies, training & teaching. Experience with children, adults, and families, sexual trauma, war atrocities, addiction, chronic pain. Highly motivated self-starter, excellent communication and team-building skills, extensive knowledge/experience, and a survival sense of humor.

Peace Ranch website https://www.peaceranchtc.com/

Tune in to 
https://www.blogtalkradio.com/messagesfromtheuniverse/2020/04/24/messages-from-the-univese 
on April 24 at 2 pm eastern to learn more about how equine therapy helps veterans from Jackie Kaschel and Jan Stump the Executive Director of the Peace Ranch.

Horses and Heroes will tell veterans' stories as they work together t find new coping skills for their physical and emotional challenges. Veterans will be given priority for jobs both in front of and behind the cameras. Go to the website to learn more.

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Phoenix Project: Helping Those in the Entertainment Industry Who Have Been Hurt By Covid-19

With all the stress and chaos, self-care and dealing with core issues are more important than ever. It's easy to talk the talk, but walking that path takes discipline, courage and a snarky sense of humor. On April 18, 2020, at 4:30 pm eastern at https://www.blogtalkradio.com/messagesfromtheuniverse/2020/04/18/messages-from-the-universe  Messages from the universe will host, Elizabeth Blake-Thomas as she speaks about how Project Phoenix will help those in the entertainment industry, who are financially challenged by Corvid 19. To speak with Blake-Thomas or to ask her questions call (845) 241-9942 during the live show.  After the show, the interview will be available at the same link.

Director Elizabeth Blake-Thomas is a British award-winning filmmaker and philanthropist based in Los Angeles, having recently completed her 8th feature film. Her latest feature Evie Rose, starring Oscar-nominated actress Terry Moore, follows the heartwarming story of an unusual friendship during the final days of a 100-year-old woman’s life. Elizabeth is the founder and resident director of entertainment company Mother & Daughter Entertainment, whose motto is “Making Content That Matters”, putting the focus on each project starting a conversation amongst viewers. Her most recent project, Project Phoenix, is a campaign to help support struggling crewmembers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

An Official Ambassador of Awareness Ties for Human Trafficking, Elizabeth hopes to raise more awareness of the horrific nature of human trafficking and help put a stop to it. Her award-winning short film UNSEEN, which addresses the role technology plays in the facilitation of child trafficking, was awarded "Best Short Film" by Film Threat's Award This! and is currently available on all platforms. Being a female director, Elizabeth strives to make projects with at least a 50/50 female cast and crew. A regular on panels at Sundance, Cannes and Toronto International Film Festival, Elizabeth mentors wherever possible, ensuring she sends the elevator back down to all other female directors and filmmakers.

https://www.seedandspark.com/fund/projectphoenix#story

Directing Showreel: https://vimeo.com/401574242

Awareness Ties Ambassador Page: https://www.awarenessties.us/elizabethblakethomas.html

Tune in April 18, 2020, at 4:30 eastern at

https://www.blogtalkradio.com/messagesfromtheuniverse/2020/04/18/messages-from-the-universe to learn more about why Elizabeth Blake-Thomas created the Phoenix Project and how it will be helping those in the entertainment industry, who have been financially challenged by the Corvid 19. To speak with Blake-Thomas or to ask her questions call (845) 241-9942 during the live show.  After the show, the interview will be available at the same link.

Horses and Heroes will tell veterans' stories as they work together t find new coping skills for their physical and emotional challenges. Veterans will be given priority for jobs both in front of and behind the cameras. Go to the website to learn more.

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How to reduce your personal and professional stress

With all the stress and chaos, self-care and dealing with core issues are more important than ever. It's easy to talk the talk, but walking that path takes discipline, courage and a snarky sense of humor. Messages from the universe will be hosting, Anne Nadel on Friday, April 17, 2020, at 3 pm eastern as she talks about how living a mindful life reduces stress on a personal and professional level. Live listeners can ask questions by calling (845) 241-9942




Anne Nadel is a business executive with over 18 years of experience in operations and finance with a focus on manufacturing. She began her career in the fashion industry at Marc Jacobs where she learned the ins and outs of apparel and accessory production. From there she went on to manage over $80m in retail for Diane von Furstenburg Studio and solidified an understanding of international and domestic production. At the age of 26, Anne co-founded her own fashion line, Keep Me, with Alison Kay, which was sold in over 100 retail locations across the globe, at major department stores in the US, and on the largest women's fashion site, ShopBop.com. After learning how to build and maintain a business, Anne began to consult with companies on their own operation and manufacturing processes. Anne's leadership skills are rooted in a deep understanding of day-to-day business flow and how each area of a company affects the others and the bottom line. Anne's strategies have helped companies increase efficiency, profitability, and enjoyment.



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Join Anne Nadel on April 17, 2020, at 3 pm eastern as she shares how living a mindful life will reduce your stress and improve your quality of life at https://www.blogtalkradio.com/messagesfromtheuniverse/2020/04/17/messages-from-the-universe
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Horses and Heroes will tell veterans' stories as they work together t find new coping skills for their physical and emotional challenges. Veterans will be given priority for jobs both in front of and behind the cameras. Go to the website to learn more.



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Buffalo Soldier: Park Patrol

Buffalo Soldier: Park Patrol is a fictional account of this period in history, based upon the actual historical events. In Park Patrol, First Sergeant Ben Carter and his special detachment are dispatched to the Presidio of San Francisco to begin advance operations for the deployment of units of the Ninth to Yosemite. In carrying out their duties to protect the park from illegal logging, grazing, mining, and commercial trespass, they must contend with racial prejudice, inclement weather, and corporate greed. Success requires that they be tough, tenacious and tactful. This fictionalized account gives you a glimpse into a little-known aspect of American history, and an entertaining story of how the American West was won.

Charles Ray: Buffalo Soldiers: Park Patrol from Theresa Chaze on Vimeo.

Charles Ray: Buffalo Soldiers: Park Patrol from Theresa Chaze on Vimeo.

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Moody Blues - The Story In Your Eyes

A genie granted my wish.

How to formulate a film budget

Film/television budgets cannot be arbitrary decided upon. They are based on the number of filming days needed to produce the project. Nor can breaking down the script into “eights” accurately determine how many days will be required. The script must first be broken down scene by scene according to the characters, location, daypart, VFX, etc It is the only way to determine who and what needs to be wear and for how long. 

No matter which script program is used, more detailed information needs to be manually entered for the reports to be generated. Unless a character has dialog the program will not recognize it as being part of the scene. Scene headings will describe the place and daypart, but neither will register as locations on the reports, yet both are vital pieces of information. Any unusual props, SFX, stunts, or any time-consuming production aspect needs to be logged so that it will be listed in the reports.

Once the script has been broken down, the information is put into a spreadsheet with the locations listed at the top. Each column will further be broken down by daypart (IE day or night). Each scene is logged in by its scene number (IE scene 1) under its in the location and in which daypart it will be filmed The characters are listed beneath the scene number. Leaving an empty column between each location makes it easy to log in the estimated shoot time of each scene and to tally the total at the bottom.

When it comes to timings, scenes are not equal. A full page of dialogue between two characters will take less time to film than one with a big fight scene that is described in three sentences or one that takes place in a vehicle on the open road. When estimating how long to schedule for each scene the producer must factor in:

Travel time between locations

Day or night scene

Setup/wrap/clean up time

The experience level of the cast and crew

Animals and children

Number of outdoor scenes

weather

Visual effects

makeup/hair effects

costume changes

stunts/fights/action scenes

moving vehicles

Once this time frame has been determined for each scene, the totals are summed up at the bottom of the column to get a ballpark figure of how long the production will need to remain at each location. Union regulations and the exhaustion of cast/crew must be factored in when determining the length of the workday. A tired team is more likely to make mistakes which wastes time and could get someone hurt. Although it is not uncommon to have long workdays, the double-time,which will need to be paid after 12 hours, makes it more expensive than just adding another day at the location Additionally, it would be wise to add 1-2 extra days to the overall schedule for illness, weather, or an unseen event. However, if the script leans heavily toward outdoor scenes or those with a great deal of action, SFX, or has a large cast, it would be wise to add 2-3 days. It's better to have budgeted for them and not need than to need the time and not have room in the budget.

Theresa Chaze is available for hire to generate film/television business plans and budgets by calling 231-943-3298.

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The Importance of Film Comparables

Comparables give plot, genre, and rating reference points for investors and distributors. It's not enough to state the genre. Comparing it to specific films gives details that will tell others what to expect. To say that your project is a horror film, even if you qualify it with a sub-category, such as occult, suspense, slasher, etc, still lacks important details. However, comparing it to the Exorcist will elicit images of possession, devils, and exorcisms. Amityville Horror conjurers haunting, violence, and family betrayal. Ghost brings to mind ghosts, romance, untimely death, and karmic justice. The Others also contains ghostly and untimely death elements, yet its focus remains on other aspects such as the house, mental illness, and children. Texas Chainsaw Massacre creates images of violence, blood, and gore. All of them are considered to be in the Horror genre, yet each of them has specific elements that evoke a specific response from the audience. However, the comparables also invoke levels of language, violence, and sexuality perimeters. Ghost has more sexual elements than The Others. The Exorcist has more graphic violence than Amityville Horror. When properly used, comparables can be an effective asset. Within a few words, an expectation will be set that will attract the interest of some investors and distributors, while others will give it a pass. However, using inaccurate comparables will do more harm than good. Each movie that is referenced creates a presumption that if not met will reflect poorly on the project that is being promoted.

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The Importance of a Film Business Plan

The biggest fallacy in the film industry and in the business world as a whole is that if you write up a business plan, all you have to do is present it to investors and they will write you a check. Even if you have the greatest of all business plans in all of history, that's not going to happen. Business plans tell investors what you are going to do. The meeting and subsequent paperwork tell them how you are going to do it. The reality is that the business plan only gains the investors' interest; it is the presenter, in this case, producer, who gives them the confidence to cut checks. Whether the producers write the plan themselves or hire someone to do it, the greatest selling point is how well they know the material and how they present it.

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