Location Managers Guild International 2018 Awards Call for Submissions from Around the Globe

Online Submissions Open Today; Awards Gala to be held April 7, 2018

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Location Managers Guild International (LMGI)

Dec 14, 2017, 07:11 ET

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Dec. 14, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- LOCATION MANAGERS GUILD INTERNATIONAL (LMGI) announces the 5^th Annual Location Managers Guild Awards honoring the outstanding and creative international contributions of location professionals and film commissions in film, television and commercials will be held on April 7, 2018. Online submissions will open today - Jan. 7, 2018 at www.locationmanagers.org. Awards will be presented in the following categories: Film Commission, Commercial, Contemporary Film, Period Film, Contemporary TV and Period TV. Honorary Awards will include the Humanitarian, Lifetime Achievement, Trailblazer and Eva Monley.

"As location professionals, the world is our backlot," said LMGI President Eric Klosterman. "Our lens provides the canvas for defining character and propelling action. Our unique perspective and skill help bring the scripted page to life! The LMGI Awards celebrate the aesthetic contribution made by location professionals to particular projects. Additionally, we honor the invaluable assistance that Film Commissions provide."

*The voting timeline for the 2018 5^th Annual LMGI Awards is:**
Dec. 13, 2017	Online Submissions Open
Jan. 7, 2018	Online Submissions Close
Jan. 29	Nomination Voting Opens
Feb. 16	Nomination Voting Closes
Feb. 20	Final Nominees Announced
Feb. 26	Final Voting Begins
March 19	Final Ballot voting ends at midnight
April 7	Winners Announced at 5^th Annual LMGI Awards Gala
*Dates subject to change

LMGI Awards accepts domestic and international submissions for work that demonstrates the significance of locations in supporting character development and storyline. Active and retired LMGI members in good standing can vote on the awards. Submissions are open to both LMGI members and non-members.

Producers of this year's LMGI Awards are Co-Chairs Eric Klosterman and Robin Citrin. For information about the LMGI Awards, FAQs, and submission eligibility "Rules and Regulations," please visit www.locationmanagers.org or contact [email protected].

ABOUT THE LMGI:

The Location Managers Guild International (LMGI) is an organization of experienced career professionals in the Motion Picture, Television, Commercial and Print production industries. The guild rebranded in 2016 to reflect our growing global membership and focus. LMGI members are dedicated to the establishment of professional standards of personal conduct, safety on the set and business ethics. They support the formation of strong links with business members, governmental agencies and local communities. The Guild promotes awareness of the goals and achievements of members to the public and within the industry through creative, educational and philanthropic programs. The LMGI was founded in 2003 as a 501(c)(6), non-profit corporation as the LMGA. The LMGI is not a labor union. They do not represent Location Managers/Scouts in wage or working condition negotiations. Follow the LMGI on Facebook and Twitter @The_LMGI.

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