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On Sunday, May 1st, I will be participating in Project Bread's 2011 Walk for Hunger. I hope that you will support me in my efforts to raise money to help end hunger in Massachusetts!
Why am I walking? I'm walking because many Massachusetts families are seeing their monthly income stretched beyond capacity. They are forced to go without food in order to pay their rent, utility, and medical bills. The demand for emergency food has never been greater with pantries and meal programs supported by Project Bread serving 57.3 million meals last year alone. Hunger is not just an urban problem — it exists in nearly every community throughout the state.
The money that I raise by walking as much as I can of the 20-mile route will directly help hungry people. Funds raised through the Walk support more than 400 emergency food programs in 135 communities statewide.
Who is hungry? Hunger affects more than 660,000 people in Massachusetts, including the state’s most vulnerable citizens — children, the elderly, the disabled, and the unemployed.
Hunger also affects the working poor, who use more and more of their income to pay rent, heating oil, medical care, and childcare. Both children and the elderly are disproportionately represented at emergency food programs funded by Project Bread. In low-income communities throughout the state, one child in three lives in a family that struggles to put food on the table.
Please donate to my Walk to help me make a difference and reach my personal fundraising goal. Thank you for your support of me and of hungry people.
Together we CAN make a difference!
About The Walk for Hunger
Since 1969, Project Bread's Walk for Hunger has provided critical resources for hungry children and families in Massachusetts. Today, The Walk for Hunger is the oldest continual pledge walk in the country, and the largest annual one-day fundraiser to alleviate local hunger.
Money raised through The Walk for Hunger funds more than 400 food pantries, soup kitchens, food banks, and food salvage programs in 135 communities across Massachusetts.
The Walk for Hunger is held on the first Sunday in May every year. The 20-mile Walk route weaves through Boston, Brookline, Newton, Watertown, and Cambridge.
About Project Bread
As the state’s leading antihunger organization, Project Bread is dedicated to alleviating, preventing, and ultimately ending hunger in Massachusetts. In addition to organizing the annual Walk for Hunger and supporting emergency food programs statewide, Project Bread also advocates systematic solutions that prevent hunger in children and that provide food to families in everyday settings.
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Sunday, July 18, 2010
On entry to the park, Scooch, one of the mascots for the team, gave out big hugs to all the visitors. The ballpark smelled of nachos, hamburgers, and melted cheese, like any self respecting ball park should. At our seats along the first base side, cheering Red Sox fans, young and old, watched Josh Beckett warm up, some calling out for a ball to be tossed their way.
Erkan and I enjoy the moments on top of Turkey's Mt. Nemrut.
Sitting in comfortable plastic seats (I forget most ball parks haven't lovingly
held on to their tiny, iron seats like Fenway), I chatted with the Sox fans to my left, right, and front. A few friendly Chief's fans sat just behind me.On entry to the park, Scooch, one of the mascots for the team, gave out big hugs to all the visitors. The ballpark smelled of nachos, hamburgers, and melted cheese, like any self respecting ball park should. At our seats along the first base side, cheering Red Sox fans, young and old, watched Josh Beckett warm up, some calling out for a ball to be tossed their way.
Sitting in comfortable plastic seats (I forget most ball parks haven't lovingly held on to their tiny, iron seats like Fenway), I chatted with the Sox fans to my left, right, and front. A few friendly Chief's fans sat just behind me.
Erkan and I enjoy the moments on top of Turkey's Mt. Nemrut.
Sitting in comfortable plastic seats (I forget most ball parks haven't lovingly
held on to their tiny, iron seats like Fenway), I chatted with the Sox fans to my left, right, and front. A few friendly Chief's fans sat just behind me.On entry to the park, Scooch, one of the mascots for the team, gave out big hugs to all the visitors. The ballpark smelled of nachos, hamburgers, and melted cheese, like any self respecting ball park should. At our seats along the first base side, cheering Red Sox fans, young and old, watched Josh Beckett warm up, some calling out for a ball to be tossed their way.
Sitting in comfortable plastic seats (I forget most ball parks haven't lovingly held on to their tiny, iron seats like Fenway), I chatted with the Sox fans to my left, right, and front. A few friendly Chief's fans sat just behind me.
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
After gathering three out of the four main interviews for my video project, I feel like I’m moving in the right direction for my segment. I still need to gather almost all of the b-roll, but I’ve lined up events in April with BC Hillel and Campus Ministry is okay with me filming the student masses. I’ve also got BC’s Muslim Student Association’s permission to film their Jummah Prayers.
The toughest part this week was getting the interview with Fr. Jack and Fr. Tony all set. We ran into some technical issues including a missed plate from one of the Z-1 cameras. I need to make sure to fully check the equipment myself before leaving for the shoot. Luckily, Dan was able to stop by Campion on the way to Mayflower Road.
The second big issue was that after having everything laid down, Fr. Tony asked if we could reposition the chairs so that Fr. Tony and Fr. Jack could have more ease of interaction. The issue was that a huge wooden table in the middle of the room limited our options in the set up. Luckily, I was able to figure out another set up where Fr. Jack and Fr. Tony felt more comfortable. I was glad that I was able to calmly and quickly resolve the situation.
My big takeaway from the shoot was that I need to make sure I give myself enough time to set up. I had decided early that day to skip my twelve o clock class so I could set up before 1pm. I’m glad I did because I never would have had enough time to set up within the half hour period I allotted myself because of the room quirks and the fact that I was running a two camera shoot. I also enjoy having a partner when I can because it makes it possible for me to delegate and avoid mistakes by trying to do too much. Dan was incredibly helpful with getting everything done quickly. He also was able to quickly pick up on what I was doing and the shots I envisioned. I’d be happy to work with Dan again anytime.
Lastly, I am feeling a bit overwhelmed right now because I have several projects going on at the same time. I have two news packages in the mix along with this segment, my film is premiering this Sunday (and I had to work on finding a replacement panelist after a last minute cancellation), and I returned to a full course load this week. However, I think as long as I can stay on top of all my projects, I should be able to get through this glut. I did receive some excellent news yesterday that I have been selected as a Fulbright Grantee, and my next destination after BC will be Turkey. It was certainly a great morale boost, and I was glad to get it. Now, time to press on!
The toughest part this week was getting the interview with Fr. Jack and Fr. Tony all set. We ran into some technical issues including a missed plate from one of the Z-1 cameras. I need to make sure to fully check the equipment myself before leaving for the shoot. Luckily, Dan was able to stop by Campion on the way to Mayflower Road.
The second big issue was that after having everything laid down, Fr. Tony asked if we could reposition the chairs so that Fr. Tony and Fr. Jack could have more ease of interaction. The issue was that a huge wooden table in the middle of the room limited our options in the set up. Luckily, I was able to figure out another set up where Fr. Jack and Fr. Tony felt more comfortable. I was glad that I was able to calmly and quickly resolve the situation.
My big takeaway from the shoot was that I need to make sure I give myself enough time to set up. I had decided early that day to skip my twelve o clock class so I could set up before 1pm. I’m glad I did because I never would have had enough time to set up within the half hour period I allotted myself because of the room quirks and the fact that I was running a two camera shoot. I also enjoy having a partner when I can because it makes it possible for me to delegate and avoid mistakes by trying to do too much. Dan was incredibly helpful with getting everything done quickly. He also was able to quickly pick up on what I was doing and the shots I envisioned. I’d be happy to work with Dan again anytime.
Lastly, I am feeling a bit overwhelmed right now because I have several projects going on at the same time. I have two news packages in the mix along with this segment, my film is premiering this Sunday (and I had to work on finding a replacement panelist after a last minute cancellation), and I returned to a full course load this week. However, I think as long as I can stay on top of all my projects, I should be able to get through this glut. I did receive some excellent news yesterday that I have been selected as a Fulbright Grantee, and my next destination after BC will be Turkey. It was certainly a great morale boost, and I was glad to get it. Now, time to press on!
Thursday, February 19, 2009
I think one of the big things I learned over the last three years is to begin work on segments immediately. During my shoot first shoot, I waited on calling some of my contacts until I had taken some interviews. It made things incredibly difficult to get BC Dining on camera later, so I ended up settling for a statement released by them that I read on camera and put on the screen with CG. It would have been so much better to call every contact asap, and let them know my deadlines (specifically!)
I feel I've learned from this moment a lot. For my Advanced TV package, I've lined up and gotten confirmation from almost all my interviews already, they are now just waiting to hear for the go or no go for launch. In order to get a more accurate script, I even had some mock interviews recorded so I would have an idea of what would be said in the segment.
I'm sorry that this is an incredibly short note, but I was focused on the script and have been very ill for the last two days.
I feel I've learned from this moment a lot. For my Advanced TV package, I've lined up and gotten confirmation from almost all my interviews already, they are now just waiting to hear for the go or no go for launch. In order to get a more accurate script, I even had some mock interviews recorded so I would have an idea of what would be said in the segment.
I'm sorry that this is an incredibly short note, but I was focused on the script and have been very ill for the last two days.
Sunday, February 8, 2009
Thursday, February 5, 2009
The Treatment - "Most important document ever."
Concept Thinking:
-We NEED to think in pictures
-Treatment is a flavor of what the program will look like
-Show 'em, don't tell 'em!
Creative Concept:
-Visual Idea based on research
-Foundation for story and visuals
-Why is it important?
Two Kinds of Formats:
-Program Format (VERY IMPORTANT-NEED TO FIGURE IT OUT SOON)
-Segment Format (Can be a little different per segment)
-Talking Heads, Narrator, dramatic reenactment
Concept Thinking (Ch. DiZazzo):
-Brainstorming visual concepts based on research
-Brainstorming yields visual ideas
-Use the CDP (Client-Design-Producer) review
-Some ideas may be dropped before final visualization
Visualization:
-Series of events and AV elements that change visual concepts into potential script scenes
What is a Good Visual Concept?
-Is it PRACTICAL. Can you do it?
-Is it CREDIBLE. Will the audience accept it?
-Is it COST EFFECTIVE?
Why Write a Treatment?
-Script would be longer and more effort; they could reject
-Give clients more opportunity for their two-cents
-Helps you FOCUS!
-Show client you'll include the right information
-Convinces your client that you'll do what's right for the job
-If you write a good treatment, you'll know where you are going for the script!
What to Include?
Descriptions of:
-The Audience
-Demographics, what they want to know
-Will tell you the visual styles you will want to work with
-Objectives
-What is the message you want to communicate?
-What is the program's purpose
-Creative Strategy
-Description of what happens in the program?
-How will you communicate the message?
How do we Visualize "Pride, Power, Progress?"
-Conte fans
-Iconic Images
-Basketball players slam dunk
-Awards
-Debaters Fulton
Distilling the overall format?
-Images, into the voice, into the segment
Distilling the stories?
Master Plan/Recession -Leahy/Surrogate
Diversity - International Students
Spiritual - R.C. tradition, to interfaith, to Eagles Wings (Kicker)
Tech - Social Networking/alumni monitoring
Alumni Mentoring - Externship meeting
Sports - Spaz/Crowley story: mentoring
Concept Thinking:
-We NEED to think in pictures
-Treatment is a flavor of what the program will look like
-Show 'em, don't tell 'em!
Creative Concept:
-Visual Idea based on research
-Foundation for story and visuals
-Why is it important?
Two Kinds of Formats:
-Program Format (VERY IMPORTANT-NEED TO FIGURE IT OUT SOON)
-Segment Format (Can be a little different per segment)
-Talking Heads, Narrator, dramatic reenactment
Concept Thinking (Ch. DiZazzo):
-Brainstorming visual concepts based on research
-Brainstorming yields visual ideas
-Use the CDP (Client-Design-Producer) review
-Some ideas may be dropped before final visualization
Visualization:
-Series of events and AV elements that change visual concepts into potential script scenes
What is a Good Visual Concept?
-Is it PRACTICAL. Can you do it?
-Is it CREDIBLE. Will the audience accept it?
-Is it COST EFFECTIVE?
Why Write a Treatment?
-Script would be longer and more effort; they could reject
-Give clients more opportunity for their two-cents
-Helps you FOCUS!
-Show client you'll include the right information
-Convinces your client that you'll do what's right for the job
-If you write a good treatment, you'll know where you are going for the script!
What to Include?
Descriptions of:
-The Audience
-Demographics, what they want to know
-Will tell you the visual styles you will want to work with
-Objectives
-What is the message you want to communicate?
-What is the program's purpose
-Creative Strategy
-Description of what happens in the program?
-How will you communicate the message?
How do we Visualize "Pride, Power, Progress?"
-Conte fans
-Iconic Images
-Basketball players slam dunk
-Awards
-Debaters Fulton
Distilling the overall format?
-Images, into the voice, into the segment
Distilling the stories?
Master Plan/Recession -Leahy/Surrogate
Diversity - International Students
Spiritual - R.C. tradition, to interfaith, to Eagles Wings (Kicker)
Tech - Social Networking/alumni monitoring
Alumni Mentoring - Externship meeting
Sports - Spaz/Crowley story: mentoring
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