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CBC executives from Scripted Drama, Comedy, Unscripted and CBC Kids, representing both television and CBC Gem, will be in Vancouver to hold an information session for writers, creators, directors and producers, and will also take one-on-one meetings. Applications for one-on-one meetings closed on May 24.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The response has been overwhelming, and we thank everyone who took the time to apply. CBC representatives are currently reviewing the applications, and those selected for a meeting will receive a separate email with details from our event producer on Monday, June 3rd.<\/strong> We look forward to seeing everyone at our SOLD OUT CBC Info Session and Networking Reception on June 7th. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Date: Friday, June 7<\/p>\n\n\n\n Location: Law Courts Inn \u2013 800 Smithe Street, 4th Floor<\/p>\n\n\n\n 1 pm \u2013 2:30 pm: Information Session<\/p>\n\n\n\n 3 pm \u2013 5 pm: One-on-one meetings<\/p>\n\n\n\n 5 pm \u2013 7 pm: Reception<\/p>\n\n\n\n These sessions are particularly targeted at producers and directors who do not regularly get the opportunity to pitch CBC executives at other industry conferences. You will hear what the CBC is looking for across genres and how to successfully pitch them. Scheduled to attend are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Helen Asimakis, Senior Director, Drama<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michelle Daly, Senior Director, Comedy<\/p>\n\n\n\n Marie McCann, Senior Director, CBC Kids<\/p>\n\n\n\n Jessica Schmiedchen, Executive in Charge of Development \u2013 Unscripted<\/p>\n\n\n\n M\u00e9lanie L\u00ea Phan, Executive in Charge of Production, Digital Originals \u2013 Scripted<\/p>\n\n\n\n This event is presented by Field and Post Vancouver (www.fieldandpost.ca<\/a>) in association with CMPA-BC (www.cmpa.ca\/cmpa-bc<\/a>), The Director\u2019s Guild of Canada (https:\/\/www.dgc.ca\/en\/national\/<\/a>) and Creative BC (www.creativebc.com<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n The CMPA-BC<\/a> is partnering with Field and Post<\/a> to offer up to three placements that focus on skills acquisition on a factual production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This program will offer CMPA members in British Columbia the opportunity to work with emerging and mid-level producers. The focus of the initiative is to provide general producer training to those who are starting out their careers, have limited experience in the screen-based media production industry or are transitioning into it from a different field. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Application deadline closed May 24th. Selected parties will be notified soon!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Program Opens on June 20th, 2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canada Media Fund (CMF) has launched its new Early Stage Development Program. What differentiates this CMF funding program from others is that it\u2019s the first time since the government org\u2019s founding that it is giving writers the chance to access development money directly, without a producer or broadcaster attached. The WGC has been working with the federal government for several years to get more direct financial support for content development led by Canadian screenwriters \u2014 and this is the first step. Screenwriters who are interested and meet the CMF\u2019s eligibility criteria \u2014 as this fund is fully operated and administered by the CMF \u2014 should apply<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Supporting Film Projects with grants up to $30,000<\/p>\n\n\n\n Whether you have a simple screenplay or a film that\u2019s already in production, we want to consider it for our grant program. We consider a range of projects, from standalone screenplays, to fully packaged projects seeking finishing funds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your aspirations are solely to become a produced screenwriter, you can rely on ScreenCraft and BondIt to package the winning script with a talented director and in-house production resources with up to $30,000 in cash financing, judged on a case-by-case basis, depending on each project\u2019s budget and needs as determined by our internal jury of industry professionals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Apply here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Bell Fund supports Canadian media content makers in creating for and connecting with, audiences here and everywhere. Click here for more info<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The Rogers Cable Network Fund supports the production of first-play cable network programming for the ever-expanding television platform. Meaning more choices for Canadians (including drama, educational, non-scripted, and performing arts), Click here to apply and for more info.<\/a> From the organizers<\/strong>: Our bite-sized films are a tasty way for emerging and established filmmakers to tell their stories. We\u2019ve been lucky to greenlight some incredible ideas from creators across BC and Alberta since 2015. This year we\u2019re awarding 30 filmmakers $50,000 to produce documentary films about the place they live. Submissions open April 09, 2019! Click here to learn more<\/a>. Click here to learn more<\/a>. 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\u2122 On Demand system, which is accessible for free to over a million Optik TV subscribers in BC and Alberta. Click here to learn more<\/a>. From the organizers:<\/strong> 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<\/a>. From the organizers: <\/strong>Sundance Institute\u2019s 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.<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Deadline: May 20 – June 10<\/p>\n\n\n\n Calling all filmmakers! VAFF is accepting submissions for their 23rd annual festival taking place November 7-10, 2019! You could have your film screened at this year’s event, and be eligible to win one of a number of juried awards (especially Canadian filmmakers!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n More info and submit here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Deadline: September 20<\/p>\n\n\n\n #VIWFF<\/a> showcases an impressive line-up of short and feature-length films (narrative, documentary, experimental and animation) by established and emerging women identifying filmmakers from around the world. We are excited to learn more about your films and would be honoured to consider them for our festival, which will be held March 3-8, 2020.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Submit here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Deadline: June 14<\/p>\n\n\n\n Films that meet award criteria are eligible for the $1,250 A&E<\/a> Short Filmmakers Award for best film. NSI Online Short Film Festival winners receive a complimentary Friend membership for the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television<\/a> and are qualified to be nominated for a Canadian Screen Award (if award criteria are met)<\/a>. Entries must be under 30 minutes \u2013 the shorter the better. Drama, comedy, animation, documentary, sci-fi, horror, music video and experimental are all eligible but must be made by a Canadian writer, director or producer. The festival accepts films released after January 1, 2014.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Deadline: May 30<\/p>\n\n\n\n Women’s Voices Now seeks committed and enthusiastic femme-identifying candidates for their FREE<\/strong>, 2019 INTENSIVE Social-Impact Documentary Filmmaking Program, taking place at Mount Saint Mary’s University in Los Angeles, July 8-August 9. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Enter here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n This workshop will combine presentations, case studies, and opportunities to apply the lessons to your own projects. Ideal for emerging filmmakers who are either in the early stages of project development or looking to deepen their professional practice. The hope is that participants leave with skills and resources to further refine their story ideas and create a reasonable budget suiting their project!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Elements of this workshop include;<\/p>\n\n\n\n — Lecture presentation<\/p>\n\n\n\n — Case study exercise<\/p>\n\n\n\n — Story development: refining a logline<\/p>\n\n\n\n — Building a budget<\/p>\n\n\n\n –Workshop your own projects<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is a two-part entry level workshop presented by Cineworks Independent Filmmakers Society<\/a>. Attendees are expected to participate in both sessions for optimal learning & workshopping experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Thursday June 20th 6pm – 9pm Doors open at 5:30pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n More details here<\/a>. Application Deadline: June 21st, 2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n In an effort to continue empowering women directors, the Academy has renamed the Academy Apprenticeship for Women Directors to more closely reflect the participants\u2019 stage of career. The Canadian Academy Directors Program for Women is an initiative that came from the Academy\u2019s desire to reach gender parity and ensure the greater representation of women and women-identifying directors working in today\u2019s screen-based media industry. The program is designed to bolster the professional development of Canadian directors by providing hands-on experience with established production companies and high-profile directors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Apply here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Basic technical aspects of camera operation, sound recording, and lighting principles are taught through demonstration and hands-on practical exercises using the Canon Rebel T4i high definition camera and its interchangeable lenses. Learn how to use manual settings to help you get the best shot. Understand exposure, gain, shutter speed, and white balance. Using the Zoom H4n, audio recording procedure and considerations will be introduced. The principals of three-point lighting will also be covered and practiced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This workshop uses equipment you can rent from VIVO, so it\u2019s a great primer to get you started on your videos! It also benefits participants interested in VIVO\u2019s more intermediary video-making workshops. 2 sessions, 9 hours total \/\/ $92, or $65 with any VIVO Producer Membership (+GST)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Session 1: Saturday June 29, 12:30pm-5pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n Session 2: Sunday June 30, 12:30pm-5pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sign up here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
CMF Opens New Writer-Focused Funding Program<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
ScreenCraft Film Fund<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Rogers Cable Fund<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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VAFF: Vancouver Asian Film Festival<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
15th annual Vancouver International Women in Film Festival – VIWFF!<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
NSI Online Short Film Festival <\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Women’s Voices Now<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Professional Development<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Where Story & Budget Meet : Planning your Documentary Production<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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