This will be a practical guide and roadmap for independent filmmakers to work with union professionals and utilize the skill sets of these highly trained professionals. Topics will include, but are not limited to: how the local branches of the unions are set up to help independent filmmakers? What can the unions offer in the way of guidance and support through the process of casting and producing an independent film in Alberta?PANELISTS:Allan Belyea; Business Agent, Local IATSE 212Damian Petti; President Local IATSE 212Tina Alford; Branch Representative ACTRA AlbertaAl Porter; TeamstersTony Desmond; Directors Guild of AlbertaMike Peterson; Local DirectorModerator - Luke Azevedo; Commissioner,Film/Television & Creative Industries at Calgary Economic DevelopmentTHIS PANEL IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC ON A FIRST-COME FIRST-SERVED BASIS.