ICVM Online Summit
MediaSphere by ICVM brought together our international community of storytellers, producers, distributors, and investors for a day filled with learning, innovation, and meaningful connections. Through our post-event recordings, you will hear from professional keynote speakers, workshops, exhibitors, and pitch companies with live investor feedback. Together, we play an important role in the future of film and media as we walk out our Identity and Calling founded upon our faith in God.
MediaSphere Agenda
Friday, July 26th from 9:30am – 6:00pm EST (New York)
Orientation Session - Marc Harper
(Board Member, ICVM)
Learn More about the mission of ICVM. Marc will share about MediaSphere, upcoming events, and opportunities to connect and engage with our community.
- 9:30am-10:00am EST
Keynote Presentation - Adam Anders
30-minute keynote presentation by Adam Anders, an executive award-winning music producer. This session will be moderated by Dan Rupple, CEO of MasterMedia.
- 10:00am-10:30am EST
Keynote Speaker - Karen Abercrombie
30-minute keynote presentation by Karen Abercrombie, an award-winning actress. This session will be moderated by Dan Rupple, CEO of MasterMedia.
- 10:30am-11:00am EST
Keynote Speaker - Cory Edwards
20-minute message dedicated inspire and motivate you through stories of faith, identity and calling in God.
- 11:00am-11:30am EST
"Meet 5 People" Networking Session
Get ready to meet new people! Within 20-minutes we open up time for you to network with our international audience led by Tami DeVine, CEO of Divine Family Entertainment.
- 11:30am-12:00pm EST
Workshop Sessions
- Virtual Production
- Scriptwriting
- Streaming, Distribution & Funding
- Media & Gaming
- AI in Film & Media
- Israel & Storytelling
- Prayer
(45 min. presentations and 15 min. Q&A)
- 12:00pm-1:00pm EST
Break
15-min. break. Review afternoon schedule.
- 1:00pm-1:15pm EST
Venture Capital Pitch Session
Pre-selected Film & Media companies will showcase their investor pitch to a panel of judges. Learn from investor feedback and insights beneficial to anyone looking to pitch their project and gain perspective from an investor mindset.
- 1:15pm-2:15pm EST
2-Hour Virtual Exhibit Session
2-hour virtual exhibit hall open for networking with professional film and media companies.
- 2:30pm-4:30pm EST
Keynote Presentation - Gary Wheeler
30-minute keynote presentation by Gary Wheeler, award-winning executive producer. This session will be moderated by Dan Rupple, CEO of MasterMedia.
- 4:30pm-5:00pm EST
Keynote Presentation - Kelly Merryman Hoogstraten
30-minute keynote presentation by Kelly Merryman Hoogstraten, CEO of The Wonder Project. This session will be moderated by Dan Rupple, CEO of MasterMedia.
- 5:00pm-5:30pm EST
Prayer & Final Announcements
- 5:30pm-6:00pm EST
Agenda
See our full agenda including keynote speakers, workshops topics, a venture capital pitch session, exhibits, and more.
Register
Join our virtual event to learn & network with storytellers, distributors, and investors. Free for current members.
Sponsor
Sponsorship packages are available as an opportunity to showcase your company before our virtual audience.
Exhibit
Host an Exhibit to share your work to a community of Christian storytellers, distributors, and investors.
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