Brian Rowe — 2012 Board Candidate Bio

Hello my name is Brian Rowe and I’m running for the Board. I have had a long love affair with both the visual and audio medias for quite some time. It started back in middle school when a new friend invited me to help set up the studio for the Middle school’s daily news cast. I have not stopped trying to help out ever since.

For the last 15-16 years I have been a part of the medias from the smallest level to the highest levels. From helping in other fellow filmmakers films to helping local radio talent.

I have been actively pursuing my Passion for the Media Arts for the last 3 years. The last 3 years I have been building upon the basics of film making by expanding my social networking and helping out others so as I might learn some valuable lessons that others around me have learned. Before that, I have spent time enjoying the medias and actively writing scripts. I have an over active imagination and a Passion for stories which is why I probably have had so much fun writing my scripts.

Recently I have hurled myself into the Film Festivals. My first bout was entering a contest to create an original show for Fox and MySpace. I ranked in the top 100 out of over 7000 entries. My second was the local festival the SATO 48. Our lead actress earned a beat actress nom. Last year I stepped out of my comfort zone and produced a black & white silent film which earned my team three nominations. Audience Fav, Best Screenplay, and Best Film which was ranked in the top 5. At that point I new I really wanted to tell stories.

I don’t believe in limiting anyone’s pursuits in the Film Arts and that everyone who has a real desire to see their Passion come to life on the screen should be afforded the opportunity. It is with this approach I make my platform. I will do everything I can that is within my abilities to help grow and spread the love of film by assisting in anyway in making filmmaking in the Ozarks easier and more obtainable. There is much talent in and around Missouri and I wish to promote that as much as humanly possible.

Sincerely,
Brian.