INTERNATIONAL DOCUMENTARY CONFERENCE
June 15-17, 2005 More information: conference@SILVERDOCS.com
There is no better place to experience the convergence of media outlets, nonprofit groups and world political organizations than Washington, DC. This synergy makes SILVERDOCS International Documentary Conference a necessity for both veteran and novice documentary filmmakers. Meet with peers and mentors, learn the ins-and-outs of filmmaking from seasoned pros and forge partnerships to last a lifetime.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where does SILVERDOCS take place?
- Where should I stay in Silver Spring?
- Planes, trains and automobiles, or how do I get to Silver Spring, Maryland?
- Weather and wardrobe considerations?
- What are the different registration options for the Conference?
- What are Silver Sessions and how do I sign up?
- How do I reserve Festival Screening tickets in advance?
- What is the Copyrights Workshop and how do I sign up for it?
- Where do I pick up my registration materials and badge?
- Networking opportunities?
- How do I reach the Conference staff?
1. Where does SILVERDOCS take place?
SILVERDOCS International Conference takes place in Silver Spring, Maryland. Panels, workshops, Screenings, master classes, Silver Sessions and social events are held in three main locations-all within a two-block radius. The venues include the AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center located at 8633 Colesville Road; Discovery Communications World Headquarters at One Discovery Place (corner of Georgia Avenue and Colesville Road); and the Roundhouse Theatre at 8641 Colesville Road (next door to the AFI Silver.)
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2. Where should I stay in Silver Spring?
There are many hotels in the area. For more information and to book a hotel room, please visit: http://www.idcide.com/hotels/md/silver-spring.htm. You can also use Travelocity.com and All-hotels.com. For questions related to hotel accommodations, please feel free to get in touch with SILVERDOCS hospitality coordinator, Veronika Kohler at hospitality@SILVERDOCS.com or 301.495.6701.
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3. Planes, trains and automobiles, or how do I get to Silver Spring, Maryland?
Silver Spring is located just outside Washington, DC.
By train:
Amtrak is the best way to arrive from the Northeast corridor-the AFI Silver is less than four hours from Penn Station in New York: www.amtrak.com. Hop on a train to Union Station in Washington, DC, and we are a 10-minute Metro ride on the Red Line to Silver Spring. The Silver Spring Metro Station (as well as the Silver Spring Metrobus Station) is two blocks from the AFI Silver. For a metro map, go to www.wmata.com/metrorail/systemmap.cfm
By plane:
If you are flying, make your reservations as soon as possible. Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI), Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Washington Dulles International Airport in Virginia (IAD) are all in close reach.
Transportation from airports to Silver Spring:
From BWI Airport, you can take the MARC train (Penn Line Southbound) to Washington, DC's Union Station and then transfer to the Metro's Red Line to Silver Spring. Please note: The MARC train does not run on Saturdays or Sundays. On Saturday or Sunday, you can take Amtrak, Super Shuttle or a taxi. You can make reservations for Super Shuttle in advance by calling 1.800.BLUE VAN, but doing so is not necessary. There is also a Metrobus from BWI. A taxi from BWI will cost about $55.
For a MARC schedule, go to www.mtamaryland.com
For a Metro map, go to www.wmata.com/metrorail/systemmap.cfm
The Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) has a Metro stop just a short walk from the terminals. From the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, take the Yellow Line to the Gallery Pl/Chinatown Station, then transfer to the Red Line to the Silver Spring Station. A taxi from DCA will cost about $30.
From Washington Dulles International Airport in Virginia (IAD), you will need to take Super Shuttle or a taxi. A taxi from Dulles will cost about $60.
Automobiles and parking:
Log on to www.mapquest.com for individual driving directions to 8633 Colesville Road, Silver Spring, MD 20910. There are several public parking lots located within two blocks of the Conference venues. The closest is one-and-a-half blocks from the AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center at Colesville Road and Spring Street. The public garages offer free parking on weekends and metered rates of 50¢ per hour weekdays. The Wayne Avenue public garage (Wayne between Georgia Avenue & Fenton) allows for ticketed payment (no meters) and is free after 8:00 p.m. weekdays; free on weekends.
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4. Weather and wardrobe considerations?
June tends to be quite hot and humid in the Washington, DC, area and is subject to unexpected summer thunderstorms. Be sure to bring a sweater, as many venues tend to be very well air-conditioned. Because the Conference events are held in several different locations, comfortable walking shoes and an umbrella are a good idea.
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5. What are the different registration options for the Conference?
Sterling All Access Pass: $600
Admission for two to the Opening Night and one other Special Evening Screening
(RSVP required by June 7)
NO TICKETS NEEDED for all regular Festival Screenings provided pass holder arrives at least 15 minutes before show time
Access to all Conference programs
Admission to Cinema Lounge, all Festival parties, breakfasts, lunches, happy hours, special receptions and the Sunday Awards Brunch
Industry Pass: $350
Access to all Conference programs
NO TICKETS NEEDED for all Daytime Screenings (before 4:00 p.m. Tuesday - Friday; before 2:00 p.m. Saturday, (3 short film programs, 8 competition Screenings, 3 World View Screenings)
Ten regular Festival Screening vouchers
Two Special Evening Screening invitations (RSVP required by June 7)
Access to Cinema Lounge, Conference breakfasts, lunches, happy hours and regular receptions June 15-17 only
Day Pass: $130
Access to all regular Conference sessions on day of pass
Two regular Festival Screening vouchers (may be combined and redeemed for one Special Evening Screening)
Access to Cinema Lounge, Conference breakfast, lunch (on a space available basis) and happy hour on day of pass only
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6. What are Silver Sessions and how do I sign up?
Silver Sessions are small group meetings with international development, programming and acquisition executives; program officers from the NEH, NEA and NSF; theatrical, DVD and international broadcast distributors; marketing and PR consultants; producers representatives; legal advisors and industry leaders. Attendance is limited to 15 participants. Once your registration is confirmed, you will be sent an e-mail explaining how to go about signing up for Silver Sessions. Industry Pass holders may sign up for six Silver Sessions in advance and Conference Day Pass holders may sign up for two in advance, subject to availability. Registered Conference attendees may sign up on-site for additional Silver Sessions on a first-come, first-served basis depending on availability. Please note: The full list of Silver Sessions may not be available on the website until after May 19.
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7. How do I reserve Festival Screening tickets in advance?
Once you have registered you will be sent a confirmation e-mail with detailed instructions on how to reserve tickets in advance for Festival Screenings and Special Evening events and how to sign up for limited attendance sessions.
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8. What is the Copyrights Workshop and how do I sign up for it?
FAIR USE AND THE CREATIVE PRICE OF COPYRIGHT CLEARANCE FOR DOCUMENTARY FILMMAKERS
Thursday, June 16 from 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
presented by the Center for Social Media, School of Communication, American University
A workshop on the problems that plague documentarians when they try to get the necessary clearances to quote audio and visual material in their work. Participants will learn about the current legal and creative landscape, building on a recent authoritative study at American University that synthesized the stories of dozens of producers and directors. They will participate in guided discussions to develop a Statement of Best Practices, which can change the legal landscape for filmmakers, broadcasters and programmers alike.
Advance registration is required for this groundbreaking gathering. Participants are invited to read, prior to the workshop, the draft report "Untold Stories: Creative Consequences of the Rights Clearance Culture for Documentary Filmmakers" By Pat Aufderheide and Peter Jaszi, available on-line at:
http://www.centerforsocialmedia.org/rock/finalreport.htm
Advance registration by e-mail to: Conference@SILVERDOCS.com (no additional fee)
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9. Where do I pick up my registration materials and badge?
Your Industry Pass or one-day Conference Pass will be available for pick-up at the SILVERDOCS Conference registration desk. If you have reserved tickets in advance for daytime Screenings or Special Evening Screenings, these will be waiting for you with your registration materials. Registration opens on Tuesday, June 14 at 12:00 p.m.
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10. Networking opportunities?
SILVERDOCS is all about networking, so whether you are on your own or participating with a colleague, plan to make new acquaintances and spend time getting to know panelists, industry representatives and fellow filmmakers.
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11. How do I reach the Conference staff?
301.495.6770 Conference Desk
301.495.6798 Fax
Conference@SILVERDOCS.com
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