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Derek W Beck
Director / Producer / Screenwriter
Derek W Beck - Director/Producer/Writer

Male
32 years old
Los Angeles, California
United States



Last Login: 6/8/2009
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Websitecartala.com
Professional AffiliationsIFP, Film Independent

    Derek W Beck's Interests
GeneralWhen I'm not working on a film project, my other big interest is flying. I am a Certificated Flight Instructor for single-engine airplanes and will be instructing new pilots in the LA area soon.
MusicI enjoy a wide range of music, but if you couldn't guess, I really like movie scores. I consider movie scores to be the modern day equivalent of classical music, which was original scored for ballets and theatre. I especially like the big names, including Howard Shore, John Williams and James Horner.
MoviesI love watching movies. Favorites include the Lord of the Rings Trilogy, which are the movies that really made me want to pursue film full-time, but also some of the classics, such as Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (one of my all-time favorites).
TelevisionI hardly watch television--I rather be watching a movie. I don't like reality TV or crime dramas, so guess what? That doesn't leave me with much! I like to watch sitcoms for their simplistic stories and humor...they're a nice way to wind down after a long day before going to bed.
BooksI read a lot of technical non-fiction, including technical film books, finance books, and such. I'm always trying to learn. I don't read as much for pleasure as I'd like, but I read a lot of history. My favorite genre may be fiction, even if I never seem to read it.
Heroes
Groups: Film MakersUFOFilm.org-Entertainment Industry United (Actors, Directors, Writers, Musicians, Artists, Producers, Investors, Agents, etc...)DIRECTORS & PRODUCERSseverely low budget film makingSouthern Cali FilmmakersNew York Film AcademyCalifornia Film MakersThe no budget film place

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     Derek W Beck's Details
Status:Single
Here for:Networking
Hometown:Cleveland, OH
Zodiac Sign:Aries
Education:Post grad
Occupation:Independent Filmmaker

   Derek W Beck's Schools
Massachusetts Institute Of Technology
Cambridge, MA
Graduated: 2005
Student status: Alumni
Degree: Master's Degree
Major: Engineering and Management
Clubs: Systems Design and Management (SDM), MIT $50K, MIT Sloan Entertainment, Sports, and Media Club
 

2004 to 2005
Ohio University-Main Campus
Athens, OH
Graduated: 1999
Student status: Alumni
Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Major: Physics (Honors Tutorial College)
Minor: Mathematics; Astronomy
Clubs: Air Force ROTC, Honors Tutorial College
 

1995 to 1999
Midview High School
Grafton, OH
Graduated: 1995
Student status: Alumni
Degree: High School Diploma
Clubs: Choir, Track, Key Club
 

1991 to 1995

   Derek W Beck's Networking
Film - Direction - Director

Film - Production - Producer

Publishing - Writer - Screenwriter



Derek W Beck's Films [View All Films]
Films: 5 Total Plays: 261 Plays Today: 0
Experimental Film in Editing (Audio Stripped)
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Loneliness (Audio Stripped)
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Just One Chance
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Goodbye
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The Alley
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Derek W Beck's Latest Blog Entry  [Subscribe to this Blog]

I’m now on IMDb!  (view more)

"Y Not" receives Honorable Mention at Chicago Festival  (view more)

Premiere of Short Film "Y Not" at Chicago Festival - Sept 12th @ 8:30p  (view more)

Derek W Beck’s Latest Short, "Y NOT", to PREMIERE in CHICAGO!  (view more)

Check out my NYFA Films, now online!  (view more)

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Check out my film website at http://www.cartala.com.

I am an independent filmmaker, focusing on directing and producing. I'm presently writing a feature film in the "summer blockbuster" genre, an action/drama/war epic. I'm also currently submitting my latest short, "Y Not", to festivals.

My primary goal is to get into directing major motion pictures. It is my sincere hope that the project I am currently writing will make it to the big screen, and while it is my goal to direct it, I may be persuaded to take on more of a producer role to see it made.

My chief experience in filmmaking has been a dozen or so small independent projects, including the 10 shorts I have directed. My education comes mainly from time spent at the New York Film Academy, having taken courses in Directing (at the Universal Studios, CA location) and Screenwriting (at the NYC location). I've also spent quite a bit of time (and savings) experimenting on my own. "Y Not", for example, was my education in 16mm color sync sound film, with the final product matchcut (using Avid) to a 16mm print. My most widely viewed film project was an industrial video for the Air Force, featured in part on CNN and CNN Headline News.

Beyond explicit film experience, I have considerable Air Force experience that has prepared me for the roles of directing and producing. For example, I have managed large projects that were part of multi-billion dollar government acquisition programs, having personally been responsible for more than $600M in government projects. Additionally, I have a technical background and hold a graduate degree in management, both of which lend to my credibility to manage the large complexities of a motion picture.

When not working on film projects, instead of waiting tables, I instruct at a pilot school in Santa Monica, CA.

Check out my film website at http://www.cartala.com

If you are interested in my short film, "Y Not", check out Check out my film website at http://www.cartala.com/ynot

Checkout my LinkedIn profile with more on my background at http://www.linkedin.com/in/derekbeck
Who I'd like to meet:
I'd like to meet just about any other filmmaker, big and small. If you are a filmmaker, or work in the industry, become my friend!

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Derek W Beck has 155 friends.
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Mike Hall / Film Score Composer





Jun 4 2009 2:25 AM

Many Thanks for the add!
Please keep me updated on your upcoming projects
and the best to you~
GasHole





Jul 4 2008 1:06 AM

Thanks for the add! See more about our Film at www. gasholemovie. com!
GraMoChroiThu,Ball Mariecor! TheLEADER Of Leaders





Jun 22 2008 2:09 AM

June 21st today :)
Awesome Summer to you, D :)
Blessings :)
Marie :)
el squirrel





Jun 18 2008 3:19 AM

Hey derek sorry it took so long to get back. Thanks for the info about the base. I was at Vandenberg before it was pretty nice. Good luck with the film career.
thanks agian
Ms. Williams





Mar 20 2008 4:06 AM

Babe you will be here with me in a matter of weeks!! I cannot wait!
power amp





Mar 2 2008 2:26 AM

hola
Ms. Williams





Nov 23 2007 8:24 AM

Happy Thanksgiving Babe! I love you!
Surfer Girl





Nov 21 2007 4:20 AM


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Ms. Williams





Oct 16 2007 3:44 AM

I miss you thisssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssmuch!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ms. Williams





Jul 18 2007 3:55 AM

Hey Babe! I just wanted to say I LOVE YOU and I miss you and I can't wait to see you again!
Surfer Girl





Jul 9 2007 4:40 PM

I'm still learning to surf. I am missing an ACL in my right knee so I such pretty much suck ;) I still go out about once a week and practice. On another note, I am bummed because last year I had a potential oppertunity to do an awsome doc for my school project but, the students had to vote on it and mine didn't get picked (I still did one with another team just not my idea). I still wanted to do this doc but the idea behind it has become a hot topic and my connections have become so popular I am no longer in contact with them...I am pretty sure my lovely idea will end up being produced by MTV. So that's my news. It's cool you'll be coming out. We will both be here! :)
Surfer Girl





Jul 4 2007 4:13 AM

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You'll have to see the documentary I made for my USC film class :)!
Rainwaves





Jun 23 2007 6:09 PM

You finally got a myspace page
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