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Masterclass Profile

Screen Ireland is excited to welcome US-based film publicist Steven Raphael for a special in-person industry masterclass taking place at Smock Alley Theatre on Tuesday, 30th May 2023 from 11:30 to 13:00.

With major changes to the Academy Awards qualifying rules just being announced, don’t miss this masterclass where Steven will help you navigate through these new regulations, what they mean for your publicity and marketing campaign, and how you can maximise exposure for your film at major international festivals and awards. Steven will cover key topics such as:

  • How festivals can help launch your film
  • Lining up an effective international awards campaign
  • Budgeting for your campaign
  • Preparing for your theatrical release
  • Choosing the right distributor for your project

With over 30 years of experience in the film industry, Steven has a track record of bringing quality US and international projects to the marketplace. He has worked on the marketing of independent feature films and documentaries that have garnered numerous awards including Academy Awards, BAFTA Awards, Golden Globes, European Film Awards, Palme d'Or, Golden Bear, Independent Spirit Awards, European Film Awards, and every major Film Critics’ Award throughout the US.

Recent campaigns which Steven has worked on include:

  • Women Talking  (Academy Award Winner)
  • An Cailín Ciúin/The Quiet Girl (Academy Award and BAFTA nominee)
  • Triangle of Sadness (3 Academy Award nominations)
  • Joyland (Indie Spirit Award Winner and Cannes Un Certain Regard Winner)
  • The Worst Person in the World (2 Academy Award nominations and 2 BAFTA nominations)
  • Flee (3 Academy Award nominations and 3 BAFTA nominations)
  • Quo Vadis, Aida? (Academy Award, BAFTA and European Film Award nominee)

For more information about Steven, please visit www.requiredviewing.net/

Schedule of Events

11:30              Introduction

11:35              Guest Speaker: Steven Raphael

12:00             Discussion with Sheila de Courcy

12:30             Q&A

13:00             Tea & Coffee

Participant Profile

This industry masterclass is aimed at screen professionals who are interested in learning more about how to strategically plan their marketing and publicity campaigns for major international film festivals and awards.

Registration Procedure

This masterclass is no longer accepting registrations.