'The Production Scene Goes Green' with Tandem Pictures C-suite on 'Guests and Gusto'
Join in conversation with Tandem Pictures founder and CEO Julie Christeas and COO Jonny Blitstein as they break down how to approach sustainability in film and TV. The film and television industry continues to evolve its on-set practices to reduce the carbon footprint created by productions. From basic practices such as reusable bottles, hybrid crew vehicles, and LED lighting to more advanced techniques such as the types of set-build materials costume disposal are proving that eco-friendly practices have a big environmental impact. Tandem Pictures is the first indie film studio with a mission of zero-waste and net-zero carbon emissions. In this SCADFILM workshop, Christeas and Blitstein break down how to approach sustainability, sharing key techniques for creating a green set based on the model utilized on their productions. Follow Tandem Pictures on Instagram @tandempictures.
About Tandem Pictures
Since 2010, Tandem Pictures has elevated and given a platform to misrepresented and underrepresented ideas. We are filmmakers, driven by justice and representation for both people and the planet. We strive to not only tell stories, but to share learnings with the industry in order to grow positive filming practices across our community. Past films include acclaimed festival films The Surrogate, Blood Stripe, The Eyes of My Mother, The Sleepwalker, Wildlike, Ghost Team, and more.
Julie Christeas
Julie Christeas is the founder and CEO of Tandem Pictures, since 2010. Her recent films include Black Bear (Sundance 2020) starring Aubrey Plaza, Christopher Abbott, and Sarah Gadon, which will be released later this year by eOne/Momentum, and The Surrogate (SXSW 2020/Monument Releasing). Christeas also executive produced The Eyes of My Mother (Sundance 2016/Magnet Releasing) and Monogamy (Best NY Narrative, Tribeca Film Festival 2010), the feature documentary Dukale's Dream starring Hugh Jackman and Ghost Team starring Jon Heder, David Krumholtz, Justin Long, Amy Sedaris, and Melonie Diaz. Previously, Christeas produced Blood Stripe (Jury Prize for Best Narrative Film, LA Film Festival 2016), Wildlike starring Bruce Greenwood and Brian Geraghty (HIFF), and The Sleepwalker starring Christopher Abbott and Brady Corbet (Sundance 2014/IFC). Christeas also produces original short-form content for some of the biggest brands in the world — Amazon, Chase Bank, Ford Motors, Netflix, Cadillac, and many more. Before Tandem, Christeas was EVP across production and development at Renart Films.
Jonny Blitstein
Jonny Blitstein is the Chief Operating Officer and the co-owner of Tandem Pictures. Blitstein most recently produced the acclaimed films The Surrogate and Black Bear (Sundance, EOne/Universal release) starring Aubrey Plaza. Prior to joining Tandem, Blitstein worked in production and branded entertainment for Vudu, Sony, and Disney, supporting Fortune 500 Brands such as Walmart, Sprint, and Covergirl. At Oracle (formerly CrowdTwist), he initiated the creation of Marvel Studios' first nationwide fan loyalty program Marvel Insider. In his early career, he made two micro-budget feature films Let Them Chirp Awhile and Another Kind, both of which premiered at the Woodstock Film Festival and were distributed on Netflix and VOD. Early career roles include marketing arthouse films such as Park Chan Wook's Oldboy, and Noah Baumbach's Squid and the Whale. As a strategy adviser to the Strawless Oceans campaign, his work led to Starbucks and others eliminating plastic straws.
About 'Guests and Gusto'
Tune in to the SCAD virtual series Guests and Gusto for conversations and content with leading cultural voices. Meet the creators and innovators remaking creative industries and get essential insight to guide your career in art, design, and entertainment.
About SCADFILM
SCADFILM is the leading program for students and working professionals in film and television, animation, gaming, virtual reality, and digital arts, offering unparalleled career opportunities to learn and network.
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