AN INSIDER’S EVENING WITH CASPER KELLY • Friday, July 10th

Guests will enjoy craft cocktails, heavy appetizers, and an intimate behind-the-scenes conversation with Casper Kelly inside hosting sponsor TRG Multimedia’s studios (1 American Rd, Brooklyn, OH 44144), one of Northeast Ohio's two new state-of-the-art virtual production facilities, which expands the region’s capabilities into the newest film industry technology made famous by Disney’s “The Mandalorian.”

Moderated by Laura Wimbels, known to horror fans as "Lenora" from Midnight Rental, the discussion will explore Kelly's creative process, stories from the set of Buddy, and lessons learned throughout his career working on projects for Adult Swim, Netflix, Hulu, Paramount+, Shudder, and more.

Tickets are $75 and include 2 drink tickets, food, moderated panel & parking. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.

Doors open at 6 pm, and the insider’s conversation starts at 7 pm. Purchase tickets at ClevelandFilm.com/events 

SCREENWRITING WORKSHOP WITH CASPER KELLY • Saturday, July 11th

The following morning, Casper Kelly will lead an exclusive screenwriting workshop inside the Cleveland Institute of Art’s Interactive Media Lab (1974 E 66th St, Cleveland, OH 44103). This event is designed for aspiring and mid-career writers interested in writing for film and TV.

Participants will explore script structure, plot twists, dialogue, character development and more. Attendees are encouraged to bring their ideas, and one lucky person will be selected to receive live feedback on a one- to two-page script from Kelly and fellow workshop participants.

This workshop is part of GCFC's commitment to provide direct access to industry professionals and practical opportunities that train local talent with the skills to build careers in a local industry that has global impact.

Workshop registration is $25 and free for GCFC members. Free parking is available onsite.

Paid workshops are included as a benefit for GCFC members at all levels, and members at the Bronze level and above gain access to advance movie screenings and additional industry-focused programming throughout the year.

Doors open at 9:30 am. The workshop starts at 10 am and wraps at 12 pm. For registration and GCFC membership information, or to learn more about GCFC's workforce development initiatives, visit www.clevelandfilm.com