We’ve assembled an assortment of things to keep on your radar. From film festivals to funding opportunities to professional development, it’s all here for you.
If there’s something you think Field & Post members should know about, drop a line to info@fieldandpost.ca.
Call for Submissions
DOXA
Vancouver’s international documentary festival featuring new work selected by a jury, as well as thematic programming presented by independent curators. They are currently seeking submissions of short to feature length documentaries for their 20th anniversary festival, happening May 6 thru May 16, 2021. Don’t miss the deadline for submission!
Details here.
Professional Development
The CMPA STAR Producer Program
This is a comprehensive professional development platform designed to help members advance their careers and grow their businesses. STAR is an acronym for Skills, Training, Access, and Resources, which the program will offer through an extensive range of development opportunities for producers at all stages of their careers.
Details here.
DOC Breakthrough Program
Six emerging and high-potential creators (writers, producers or directors) will be selected for this rigorous and intimate market-preparation course where they’ll develop a successful festival strategy and hone their project pitches and materials to prepare for festivals and markets like the Deal Maker program at Hot Docs.
Details here.
Prime Time Online 2021
For 25 years the CMPA’s Prime Time event in Ottawa has been the pre-eminent meeting place for leaders and trendsetters focused on media production, broadcasting, television, and feature film in Canada. This year, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, they’re going virtual.
Details here.
The WarnerMedia x Canadian Academy Global Access Writers Program
The WarnerMedia x Canadian Academy Global Access Writers Program is a brand new talent activation initiative focusing on experienced Canadian writers from underrepresented communities, aimed at storytellers who are experts at their crafts but have yet to reach their full potential.
Those selected to participate will work closely with WarnerMedia executives, creators, and established industry professionals to hone their skills.
Submissions are open NOW through Friday, December 18, 2020.
Details here.
Funding Opportunities
Canada Media Fund
Check out their funding program deadlines here.
Rogers + Creative BC Documentary and Factual Development Fund to support original documentary singles, series and factual series
Field and Post is proud to have had this fund announced by Rogers + Creative BC at the Factual West 2019 conference.
Creative BC + CBC Digital Production Fund
CBC and Creative BC have delivered a micro-budget production fund to support the creation of video content from BC producers and creators to be showcased in connection with CBC’s digital platforms.
More info here
Creative BC Project Development Fund
Providing market triggered development financing to BC owned and controlled projects.
More info here.
Bell Fund – Short Form Digital Series Non-Fiction
The purpose of the Program is to fund original digital video for online distribution, specifically the production of scripted non-fiction (i.e. documentary and lifestyle/factual programming). Only series will be supported, with a maximum length of 15 minutes per episode and a minimum of 6 episodes. More info here.
Bell Fund – Slate Development
The purpose of the Slate Development program is to help independent production companies diversify their development slate both in terms of numbers of projects and variety of platforms and media by offering financial support for the planning and development of original intellectual property (“IP”). More info here.
ITVS Short-Form Open Call
ITVS is launching its latest round of nonfiction funding for shorts and series, and projects can be in development or production. More info here.
Creative BC Project Development Fund is Now Closed:
Creative BC anticipates the Fund will reopen in the new fiscal year. All news and dates will be announced in the Creative BC Calendar. Details
CMF
See an outline of the 2019-2020 CMF Funding Program deadlines here.
TELUS STORYHIVE Community Showcase: Ongoing
Community Showcase is a program for creators who want to reach a new audience. Do you have a story to share now? All filmmakers, creators, and voices in BC and Alberta are invited to submit completed films or series for broadcast on the TELUS Optik TV™ On Demand system, which is accessible for free to over a million Optik TV subscribers in BC and Alberta. Click here to learn more.
Canadian Media Funding Programs: Ongoing
From the organizers: Through our many programs, we support a dynamic environment where creators, producers, broadcasters, and distributors partner to generate content for Canadians and global audiences to enjoy. Click here to learn more.
Sundance Institute Artist Development Programs: Ongoing
From the organizers: Sundance Institute’s artist programs provide dynamic support at every step of the creative journey for individuals with distinct voices in film, theatre, film composing, episodic storytelling, and emerging platforms. Each program consists of labs, grants, workshops, and ongoing resources for artists to nurture their projects and sustain their careers. Click here for more info.
Film Incentive BC Tax Credit
A refundable labour based incentive for Canadian productions.
FIBC is a refundable corporate income tax credit. When filing tax returns, your corporation may claim a specified percentage of the labour costs incurred while making a production. The credits are applied to reduce tax payable, and any remaining balance is paid to the corporation.
Details here.
