Talent Link is proud to announce an evening of Networking
with
"Christian Filmmakers, Writers & Producers"
"Rickey Thomas & Ryen Thomas,"

from the INSP TV Network

Enjoy an evening of panel discussions & networking

Whether you're an actor, model, filmmaker, agent, or entrepreneur, at this event you will be in the presence of independent filmmakers that are looking for aspiring actors for upcoming projects. We will put you in the company of industry professionals that are doing what you want to do and who want to share their experiences and knowledge of the industry. How can you develop as an actor? What is needed to win that audition? What are Filmmakers looking for? Do you stay in Charlotte or go to California or New York to pursue your career? During this networking event, our panel will answer these questions and many more.

Our Speakers for the evening.

Rickey Thomas

(Writer, Producer and Director)

Rickey Thomas has been behind the camera for the past 20 years, operating sound boards, lighting sets, and directing television shows.  Getting his first start at Cable 21 he grew into the role of a director for a weekly "live" show called "Charlotte Talks".  From there his passions begin to grow for the camera and directing which led him to look into film.

Deciding to study film and television Rickey attended the Illustrious Shaw University and graduated with a BA in Mass Communications.  While attending Shaw University he Wrote, Produced, and Directed his first television Mini-series, "The 4th Wall" which aired in the tri-city area.  Soon after graduation Rickey landed the job of Associate Producer for the Inspiration Networks, where he began growing in the television industry and was promoted to the Producer role which he currently stands in.  Of his achievements he has shot music videos for a Christian rap group "Righteous Riders", and gospel legend John P. Kee.  He has worked in the associate producer role on 6 seasons of a gospel music show called "I-Gospel" and 5 seasons of "Cats - Christian Artist Talent Show".  In the producer role Rickey has worked on over 60 episodes of "A Muslim Journey to Hope" where he produced the re -enactment (short film style) portion of the show.  This show aired internationally and he was quickly recognized as an International Award Winning Producer for one of his shorts by the United Kingdom- Christian Broadcasting Council (CBC)

Ryen Thomas
(Writer, Producer and Director)

Raised in the city of Philadelphia, Ryen comes from a background that has helped him to create diverse settings for many of the stories he has written; stories that have dealt with family issues, spirituality & social and moral dilemmas.

In 2000, he enrolled into the North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA), where he concentrated in the Directing discipline and received the opportunity to strengthen his collaboration skills on more than 35 student film; 7 of the shorts where directed by him. He has also directed a public service announcement which encouraged voter registration. The PSA has aired on NBC 10 in Philadelphia; where he also interviewed 1999 mayoral candidates weekly. After graduation, he continued his film education, by working on several professional shoots in North Carolina. In 2006, Ryen became a full time Associate Producer for the Inspiration Network, having shooting on location in Charlotte, Atlanta, Orlando, New York City, Los Angeles, and Washington, DC.

Along with his editor and friend, Will Vernon, Ryen established Imagery Pictures, LLC. The first project to come from the Production Company was a short film entitled, My Brother's Keeper. In 2007, under Imagery, Ryen directed 2 music videos and his first full length feature film, Sunset, which gained him two 2008 ICVM Crown Awards for Best Screenplay and Drama Produced under $250,000. Sunset has also screened for an Alzheimer awareness benefit, The Charlotte film festival and in 2009, and The Projecting Hope Film festival. 

The Agenda
6:30 - 7:00 p.m. — Networking and Drinks
7:00 - 8:45 p.m. — Panel Discussion and Q&A
8:45 - 9:30 p.m. — Networking and Drinks

Reserve your seat NOW and please bring business cards, headshots & resumes you will definitely make a connection at this event.