ATHFEST FILMFEST CALL FOR ENTRIES:

The AthFest Film Committee is currently accepting submissions for local independent films, music documentaries and student projects to be screened during AthFest 2012 (June 20-24). Entries must be produced in Georgia or produced by a Georgia based filmmaker.

Submission Categories:

VHS: VIDEOGRAPHERS HELLA-BIG SHOW – a showcase of original short film productions and music documentaries by local filmmakers – must be under 20mins in length

TEENSCREEN FILMFEST - features the work of Athens’ next generation of filmmakers – any length or genre – must be under 18 to enter

SPROCKETS MUSIC VIDEO COMPETITON

Film Athens is currently accepting music video submissions for the 7th Annual Sprockets Music Video Competition.  Selected music videos to be shown Saturday June 16th at the Fabulous 40 Watt Club. “Best Music Video” and “Audience Choice” winners to be screened and awarded at the 2012 Flagpole Music Awards on Thursday June 21 at the Morton Theatre.

For entry forms, guidelines and more information visit: http://filmathens.net/sprockets

We’re giving local bands another 30 days to submit their requests for AthFest stage gigs. Visit our booking page for info.

Thanks to state of the art technology, you can now submit your songs to be considered for the AthFest Compilation CD by uploading through our high-tech web page.

update: Submission opportunities ended Feb. 15, 2012. good luck next year!

The Artist Market will again be held on the Friday, Saturday and Sunday of AthFest (June 22-24), and we anticipate having approximately 40 artists as in recent years.

Artist Market applications are available on the website’s Artist Market page.

The application fee is $20 and is non-refundable. The booth fee for a 10 x 10 booth will again be $130. A limited number of double-booths and preferred placements may be made available once the initial artist selection has taken place. There will be additional fees for extra booth space and preferred placements. That information will be conveyed to accepted artists when it becomes available.

Applications and payments must be postmarked by April 1st and the initial selection will take place in mid-to-late April. If spaces are available after the initial artist selection, extra space or preferred placements will be accommodated. Any remaining space will be filled only after those requests are handled.

Artist Market Committee Positions

Jury
All artist submissions are reviewed by a jury comprised of artists and members of the AthFest organization. Typically, 2 artists sit on this committee with the Artist Market Chair. Review of submissions takes place in mid-April and may be held in person or online, depending on availability of the jury members.

Judges
Judging is conducted during the Artist Market to select artists for recognition and cash awards. Typically, we have 2 judges, and they coordinate a time to meet and walk around the festival and talk with artists and learn about their art and artistic processes and to judge the overall presentation of their work. Afterwards, the judges meet with the artist market chair to discuss awards and choose winners, and if available, they assist with awarding the prizes. Review takes place early Saturday and awards are distributed Saturday evening.

If you are a qualified local artist or art educator, and are interested in serving on this year’s jury, or being a judge, e-mail Sean at artathfestcom  (artathfestcom)   by February 14. These roles may also be a good experience for a student in an advanced degree program in art or art education.

In your e-mail, please include information about your art education, training, or experience, and explain why you would like to serve in one of these roles. if you have samples of your work, or an online portfolio, please refer to those as well. If you have questions, call Sean at 706-363-0539.

Artist Market Assistant
The Artist Market Assistant(s) will help the Artist Market Chair in setting up booth spaces, greeting and checking in artists, and trouble-shooting all aspects of artist market operations, and may be called on to assist with other aspects of the overall festival. This is a good role for anyone interested in AthFest, event management or the arts, and could be a great role for a college student or someone new to the community who wants to get involved with the arts in Athens.

To apply, e-mail Sean at artathfestcom  (artathfestco)   by February 14, and indicate why you are interested, and what skills and experiences make you a good fit for the role.

The AthFest KidsFest Committee, which is responsible for planning and coordinating all aspects of KidsFest, is in need of volunteers! Duties include, but are not limited to: Lining up performers, artists and vendors, deciding on layout, coordinating Saturday and Sunday schedules and much more!

Interested parties should contact Debbie Watson by February 3^rd, 2012 at mdswatsongmailcom  (mdswatsongmailcom)  ”

The deadline for music submissions to the 2012 AthFest Compilation CD is fast approaching.

Get your music submitted by February 15 so you don’t miss the chance to join some historic company in the Athens music scene. Previous artists include The Whigs, Vic Chesnutt, Five Eight, Drive-By Truckers, Elf Power and R.E.M., so hustle up! Space is limited!

1. Make a standard audio CD of your best tunes.
2. Download the submission form
3. Fill one out for each song submitted.
4. Bring to the AthFest office.
5. Wait for greatness.

Athens, Ga Musicians Only. Questions? email marketingathfestcom  (marketingathfestcom)   or visit the AthFest Office at 220 College Ave., Suite 318, Mon – Fri, 10am – 6pm.

» AthFest 2012 Compilation CD Submission Form

We’ve partnered with Sonicbids.com to offer an early ONLINE ONLY submission platform for a possible chance to perform at Athfest 2012.

Please visit http://www.sonicbids.com/athfest anytime between now and the end of the day on December 31 to submit your band. Physical submissions will open up on January 1, 2012.

We’re looking forward to hearing some great music.

Athfest 2012 Booking Committee