Monday, October 12, 2009

Join us at CTN-X www.ctnanimationexpo.com NOV.20-22.

CTN-X=Talent Driven. For professional animators, studio executives and art students, the most anticipated trade show in the animation epicenter of the world, Burbank Calif,  is now only 6 weeks away. The Creative Talent Network Animation Expo (CTN-X).  For the first time world class professional talent in the animation industry will converge for 3-days during “Animation Week” in Burbank Ca. Get connected and more during an intense weekend full of educational programs, demonstrations, technology showcases, recruiting events, parties and after-hour networking. “If you don’t like what’s happening at the event now, just wait 30 minutes because something else really great will be happening.” Says  Everyone will walk away from this event with more than the walked in with whether an idea, a job opportunity or a career mentor. CTN-X is 3-days of talent 2 talent privileged access from Friday November 20th – Sunday November 22nd.  We are proud to announce the following signature events:

•    The most influential cartoonist of this century, Ronald Searle Endorses CTN-X. "I am happy for my name to be used in association with the CTN-Xpo.  I am very pleased to be honored like this & quite surprised that people still think of me!" ~ Ronald Searle  http://www.ctnanimationexpo.com/matt-jones/

•    Over 300 years of top talent talk casually about their careers and share industry secrets. Peter de Sève, Harald Siepermann, Kent Melton, Mike Mignola,  Lou Romano along with live demonstrations from top industry talent like Eric Goldberg, Derek Monster, Bill Presing, Dean Yeagle and many more all weekend long.

•    Over 50 presenters who have contributed to some of the highest grossing films in the history of animation, 60 exhibitors, studio portfolio reviews, after hours networking, screenings and an opportunity of a lifetime to meet and greet in an intimate privileged setting with this group. http://www.ctnanimationexpo.com/schedule/the_crew/

•    Special Screenings of “The Secret of the Kells” followed by round table discussions with the Producer and Director moderated by LA Film Critic Charles Solomon. “Banjo the Woodpile Cat” 30 years later with Don Bluth and Gary Goldman moderated by Cartoon Brew Founder and Animation Historian Jerry Beck.

•    Recession Buster Raffle.  One winner a day.  $1000 cash plus prizes.

CTN-X takes place at the Burbank Marriott Convention Center with ample discounted parking, conveniently located near the Burbank Airport and Amtrak Station. Early bird pricing and discounted rates are available to students, active military and professional industry organizations. Have over 100 conversations in one weekend at this very different event. Prices start at $25 for exhibit floor only. For more information and to register, please visit: www.ctnanimationexpo.com or call, (800) 604-2238. Be sure and use your special  SketchTravel discount code when registering. SKETCHX09

Thanks for sharing the talent,
Tina Price
"It's not just business, it's personal."
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Join us at CTN-X www.ctnanimationexpo.com

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