Member Networking
Children In Film believes that your entertainment education doesn't stop on the web. That is why we provide opportunities for face-to-face experiences with industry professionals and the entertainment industry as a whole.
Read Our Member Networking Success Stories
Ready...Set...Meet!
The brain child of Children In Film that combines the idea of speed dating with casting and auditions for kids, Ready...Set...Meet! allows Enhanced Members to meet briefly with industry professionals like agents, managers and casting directors. The RSM is fun, exciting, fast-pased, educational and of course beneficial for launching your career.
Hollywood From Home
Children In Film believes that everyone has a shot at their dream, no matter where they live. This is why we hold regular Hollywood From Home webinars where we bring in industry experts to conduct live webinars for our members across the country. Meet with agents and managers, get tips from acting coaches, or even find out if your head shot is up to par from an expert photographer, all from the comfort of your home.
The Children In Film Speaker Series
Each month, Children In Film will hold a Speaker Series where industry professionals will participate in lectures, workshops and panels regarding the various aspects of your entertainment career. To learn about this month's speaker series, simply search Member Only Events in the Membership Directory drop down menu.
Movie Screenings
Children In Film has partnered with major movie studios to provide our members with the chance to attend private film screenings. Your Enhanced Membership entitles you to tickets to these screenings (2 per membership) which will be centered around films appropriate for the youth audience.
August 12th, 2010 - CIF Enhanced Members were invited to a red-carpet, VIP screening of the short film "Little Soldier." Check out our blog write-up.
Member Networking Success Studies
 Darnell Cates
Darnell and his younger brother have been members of CIF for quite some time. His mother, an active reader of the site, has assisted heavily in helping them to network within the industry - a key component to launching a successful career. Additionally, Darnell has participated in a variety of giving-back events.
On December 2nd, 2011, we'll see another example of how Darnell is making connections throughout the industry as he co-hosts a Fox11 LA News segment. These types of experiences will surly help him in furthering his career, especially as he transitions from a child actor to an adult actor. Darnell has been a photo contest winner on ChildrenInFilm.com - his headshots are excellent examples of the type of shot industry pros look for in new clients. Darnell is a young man of many talents and is currently studying theater. He's also participated in a variety of independent film projects, and continues to perfect his craft.
 Niles Fitch
A resident of New York and a member of Children In Film for many years now, Niles Fitch is excited to annouce his debut on the 11/4/11 episode of Tyler Perry's House of Pain airing at 9pm EST on TBS. After many years of diligence, Nile booked this role, but his journey started many years before.
Niles' mother, Nakata, has been proactive and positive about her son's career commenting that you don't always book and you don't always get callbacks but if you keep informed and keep it fun, you'll eventually see success for your own child. Nakata attends Hollywood From Home webinars because she and her family can't always been in LA, and she reads the information on the CIF site; she encourages other parents to do the same.
Check out Niles Fitch's profile here.
 Carlos Martinez
is now listed as an Industry Pro on ChildrenInFilm.com, but he started off many years earlier as a young musician and performer listed in the Talent Directory of the site. At the age of four, just one year after Carlos lost his sight completely, he began learning to play the piano and keyboard by ear. In highschool he developed a passion for filmmaking and became the first ever blind cinematographer in his highschool's multi media department. His film was chosen to premiere at the Greek Theater in Los Angeles for the title of "Best Director."
"All of these accomplishments led me to an idea," he explained. "Why not put my love for movies and music together?" So Carlos began to compose his own soundtracks. Here is a link to a piece that is slated to be featured in a new Fox 11 reality series - "Live Life and Win." Carlos explains that the series is meant to promote education and awareness to adolescents all over the world so that they may accomplish their dreams.
When asked about his experience on Children In Film and why he chose to remain a member long after he turned 18, Carlos had this to say: "I've been a proud member of Children In Film and my experience has been great. Ever since I turned 18, my transition in to the world of filmmaking has been so much smoother because of the rich resources your site provides. I hope to return the favor."
 Alex Neustaedter
A member of CIF for over a year now, Alex Neustaedter started his career in Kansas City. There, he was able to meet up with now manager, Mara Santino who recommended he join ChildrenInFilm.com. Through Children In Film, and with the help of Mara's expertise as a manager (not to mention Alex's talent and fabulous headshots) Alex was able to sign with Agent Meredith Fine of Coast to Coast.
Today 13 year old Alex's resume is filled with the type of industry experience needed to launch him to the next level. He has held roles in a variety of theatrical performances, commercials and films including a role he held in a film called "Charlie" for which his mother submitted him via Children In Film's casting section. He also got very close (among the top 4) to landing the part of Young Superman in Superman: Man of Steel. While his mother humbly commented that "Alex is in the very early stages of success," we think his journey thus far is proof that following the casting process really does pay off.
 Savanah Wiltfong
A member of CIF for over two years, Savanah Wiltfong has accomplished many of her goals while living outside of major markets like LA and NYC. In fact, she lives in Alaska where she is an active member of the entertainment community. Savanah attends Alaska film meetings with senators, representatives and local producers, directors and actors to encourage involvement in the industry in their state.
Her newest film, Dear Lemon Lima, released August 2nd, 2011. Last May, she wrapped what was her second feature entitled "Coldwood" before traveling to Russia to attend the Polar Lights Film Festival.
Ironically, Savanah does NOT have representation, but is actively seeking a representative in the LA market.
 Logan Strand
Though Logan Strand's mother submitted his story months ago, it was just too good to pass up for April's Success Study winner. Check it out:
Hello CIF,
I just wanted to write and say, "Thank You" to Children In Film. I found your site years ago when you were in the beta phase. I believe Logan was one of your earliest members. Through the years, we have found your organization to be the single most helpful and important tool in Logan's success. Because of this, I thought all of you at Children In Film would enjoy hearing about Logan's latest achievement.
We were informed last September 29th that Logan was invited to join the cast of the 2010 Radio City Christmas Spectacular, starring the world-famous Radio City Rockettes and appear in the principal role of Ben. Logan and I moved to New York City in October where he began rehearsals. This is a HUGE honor and opportunity for Logan.
The Christmas Spectacular opened many doors for Logan. He recently auditioned for Broadway's Mary Poppins and was called back. He also auditioned for the role of "Michael" in Billy Elliot, was called back, and a private meeting with the creative team has been arranged. We are keeping our fingers crossed!!
Thank you for all of your hard work and dedication to the kids and parents working hard to pursue a career in the entertainment industry. Your support is invaluable! And THANK YOU for the webinar on Child Actor Taxes - it saved us! ~Diane Strand
Dharbi Jens 
Dharbi Jens attended a few CIF movie screenings with her mother Kristi before coming up with the idea to host "movie reviews" from a kids POV. She caught up with The Actor's Reporter and pitched the idea. Among many successes since trying her hand at Hollywood, Dharbi now hosts The Actor's Reporter Film Reviews.
 Isaiah Morgan
Isaiah Morgan recently booked his agent, Melissa Shoenecker at The Brogan Agency through ChildrenInFilm.com. He has also booked three jobs through Children In Film, two of which were for a DVD series called "Your Child Can Read." Producer Harry Ralston at Productive Playhouse loved having Isaiah on set the first time around, so he called him back for a second shoot half a year later - this time with a speaking role! Isaiah also booked a music video entitled "Daydream" for artist Zach LaLiberte which will be screening at the SENE Film, Music and Arts Festival in Rhode Island.
Is your child's success story so great it should be studied? Contact CIF today with the details of how Children In Film helped your family on its path to success, and next month, maybe you'll be the winner!
The Children In Film Festival
Children In Film is working hard to develop a Children In Film Festival, a film festival dedicated to child actors and films that feature child actors. The Children In Film Festival will serve as a reminder for why we are involved in Showbiz - a love for the art! For more information regarding the film festival, please contact us.
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