The 3rd International Screenwriting Workshop, “The Owl,” introduces an exciting new element- the launch of “The Owl Industry Days,” a fresh initiative designed to offer even more opportunities and insights for participants and industry professionals alike.
Here’s our pick of the highlights from the Industry Days event!
Thursday, October 3rd | 10:15 – 11:15 (Phaedra Room of the St George Lycabettus Hotel)
Creative Greece
CEO of the Hellenic Film and Audiovisual Center- Creative Greece, Mr. Leonidas Christopoulos, presents the recently created organisation. Creative Greece is designed to support film and audiovisual works combining the national selective support schemes and the new cash rebate scheme.
Bring your burning questions to the keynote presentation and Q&A with Leonidas Christopoulos, CEO of the newly launched Creative Greece. He will introduce the new organization that aims to support film and audiovisual works by integrating national selective support schemes with a new cash rebate initiative. Gain insights into the future of funding in the local audiovisual industry.
Thursday, October 3rd | 12:15 – 13:15 (Art Gallery Room of the St George Lycabettus Hotel)
“Creating a script teaser with AI Generated Footage” Workshop
Owl Screenwriting Workshop
What does AI bring to the creativity equation? An introduction to the basics of using AI tools to create a teaser for your scripts, given by OWL graduate Julia Keller. You will learn how to craft a teaser script, generate visual content, and assemble a rough cut using AI-driven platforms. This workshop is designed for beginners, with no technical experience required.
Thursday, October 3rd | 14:30 – 15:30 (Phaedra Room)
Panel Discussion on the Greek Film Ecosystem
Titled “Greek Ecosystem – Co-productions and Servicing,” the panel will focus on development, financing, co-productions, and service facilities in Greece. This discussion aims to provide insights into the current landscape of the Greek film industry and explore opportunities for collaboration.
Learn from industry experts and gain valuable insights into what Greece has to offer filmmakers and producers.
Participants:
- Orestis Plakias – FOSS Productions
- Maria Laskaridou – Argonauts Productions
- Simos Manganis – Green Olive Films
- Andreas Zoupanos – Faliro House
- Nancy Kokolaki – Tanweer
Moderator:
- Marc Lorber – Marc Lorber
Thursday, October 3rd| 15:45 – 16:45 (Art Gallery Room)
Marketing: Anne Thomopoulos in conversation with Theano Apostolou
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An insightful discussion between Theano Apostolou and Anne Thomopoulos who will delve into the fascinating world of marketing for TV, sharing their expertise and perspectives on the evolving landscape of television marketing. This engaging conversation promises to be a valuable opportunity for anyone looking to enhance their understanding of TV marketing strategies.
Thursday, October 3rd |The OWL Screenwriting Workshop 2023 Pitching Event
Don’t miss the culmination of the OWL Screenwriting Workshop 2023, where our participants will pitch their film and series scripts, all nurtured in the OWL creative lab.
This event is not only an opportunity to witness innovative storytelling but also a chance to engage with industry professionals. A jury will evaluate the projects and award two prestigious titles: Best Feature Film Script and Best TV Series Pilot Script.
We are proud to introduce our esteemed jury members:
- Angela Gerakou
- Faye Tsitsipi (Cosmote TV)
- Giorgos Karnavas (Heretic)
- Vardis Marinakis (Director)
- Noel Hedges (Lionsgate – link)
Lend your support to the OWL emerging storytellers and uncover the next generation of film and television projects set in Athens and across Greece.
Friday, October 4th | 09:00 – 09:30 (Phaedra Room of the St George Lycabettus Hotel)
Spotlight on Cyprus
Join us for a special presentation by Mr. Lefteris S. Eleftheriou, Chairman of the Cyprus Film Commission, as he discusses “Cyprus: A Natural Film Studio.” Discover the island’s incentives, diverse filming locations, and exciting opportunities for collaboration between local and international film professionals. Explore what Cyprus has to offer for film and television productions.
Friday, October 4th | 09:45 – 10:30 (Phaedra Room of the St George Lycabettus Hotel)
Ms. Alessia Sonaglioni, Program Manager of the Pilot Programme for Series Co-Productions at the Council of Europe, will present an exciting new funding initiative aimed at supporting television series co-productions. Her discussion will highlight the details of this innovative scheme and how it can benefit creators and producers looking to collaborate on international series projects.
Friday, October 4th |10:45 – 11:45 (Phaedra Room of the St George Lycabettus Hotel)
Channel Panel
A panel discussion on the Greek broadcasting landscape, featuring representatives from major networks and streamers who will discuss their slate, future plans, and strategy.
Moderated by: Anne Thomopoulos
Participants include:
Filios Staggos, General Manager (ERT3)
Kostas Sousoulas (MEGA)
Nikos Christoforou (ANTENNA)
Friday, October 4th | 14:30 – 15:30
Greek ecosystem – Focus on creativity and talent
Join us for an exciting panel with Greek creators! They will discuss the uniqueness of Greek narratives and explore how these stories can resonate on an international stage. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights from talented voices in the industry!
Moderated by: Vassilis Economou
Argyris Papadimitropoulos (Suntan, Monday)
Sofia Exarchou (Park, Animal)
Penny Fylaktaki & Vagelis Nassis (Soul Daughters)