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THIS ISSUE:
Centre for Media Professionals [WIFT-T training and skills development]:
•TELETOON Masters Program: Writing for Animation
•The Business of Product Placement (in TV and Film)
•2007 Quebecor Bursary Program
•Goodmans Presents: Maintaining and Leveraging Video Archives - Coming Soon!
WIFT-T
[awards and events]:
•2nd Annual WIFT International Short Film Showcase - March 8, 2007
•New and Prospective Members Meeting - March 13 at 6pm
•Member Screenings Forum Now Available on WIFT-T Website
•WIFT International Summit: July 16-19, 2007
•WIFT-T Annual General Meeting Set for May 8, 2007
Members Making News [spotlighting WIFT-T award winners, board members and Crystal Award recipients]:
•Jennifer Baichwal Wins Genie Award
Partner News [products, services and industry events]:
•The 2007 Quebecor BANFF Convergence Fellowship
•Kodak Presents Film@11, Lunch@12
•Hot Docs 2007 Doc Lab
•14th Annual Hot Docs Festival: Discount for WIFT-T Members
•Canadian Film Centre: Call for Applications
•3rd Annual Marketing to Women Conference: Discount and Ticket Raffle for WIFT-T Members
•Sign Up for Free as an Academy Affiliate with the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television
Centre for Media Professionals [WIFT-T training and skills development]:
TELETOON Masters Program: Writing for Animation
Sponsored by TELETOON
This intensive four-part course for professional writers only introduces screenwriters to the principles, challenges and opportunities of writing for the Canadian animation industry, with particular emphasis on series television.
Over four evenings, the class will explore the steps to creating an animated teleplay. Topics to be covered include understanding the medium; classic story structure; creating distinctive characters; and writing dialogue. The emphasis will be on ‘thinking visually’, and video clips will be used to illustrate the principles discussed. Instructors will also discuss the various roles on a writing team, and the collaborative process by which an episode gets from concept to screen. Students will engage in this process through mock story meetings for existing television series, and each student will develop an idea into a finished ‘beat sheet.’
To receive the most benefit from this workshop, some work outside of class will be necessary. Instructors will contact students prior to the start of the workshops to advise them on preparation for this class.
Eligibility Requirements: This course is intended for media professionals who are looking to begin a career in animation screenwriting. Applicants must submit a current resume, including writing credits, along with a registration request. Class size is limited to a maximum of 20 students, and will be awarded to qualified applicants on a first-come-first-serve basis.
Location: National Film Board, 150 John Street (at Richmond)
Date: Monday March 12, 19, 26, and April 2, 2007
Registration: 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Fee: $195 + GST Members, $285 + GST Non-members
Registration deadline: Wednesday, February 28, 2007.
To register: Call (416) 322-3430 x221 or email a completed registration form, along with your resume to wift@wift.com or fax your registration to (416) 322-3703
Participants will be notified of acceptance via email within two working days of receipt of application and resume. Course payment will be processed on confirmation of acceptance.
For more information, visit the WIFT-T website at www.wift.com.
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The Business of Product Placement
Presented by Women in Film and Television - Toronto
This interactive workshop explores increasing production revenue streams through the creative vision and placement of sponsored products and services. Learn how the new wave of marketing and advertising can work by understanding your prospects, targeting appropriate sponsors and providing benefits that create a win-win situation for all.
Instructor: TV and Film Executive Marina Cordoni
This course is intended for media professionals including producers, distributors, network executives, and ad sales executives with at least 3-5 years experience.
Location: National Film Board, 150 John Street (at Richmond)
Date: Tuesday, March 6 and Wednesday, March 7, 2007
Registration: 5:00pm-5:30pm
Time: 5:30pm-8:30pm
Fee: $130 + GST Members , $190 + GST Non-members
To register: Call (416) 322-3430 x221 or email a completed registration form, along with your resume to wift@wift.com or fax your registration to (416) 322-3703.
For more information, visit the WIFT-T website at www.wift.com.
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2007 Quebecor Bursary Program
Presented by Women in Film and Television-Toronto in association with the Quebecor Fund
This provincial program is designed to assist underrepresented women and/or men in the film and television industry gain access to professional skills development and networking opportunities through WIFT-T’s Centre for Media Professionals.
The Quebecor Bursary program will provide 50 visible minorities and/or Aboriginals with a WIFT-T Full Membership at no cost to the applicant. The Bursary program is specifically targeted to the following underrepresented Visible Minority communities:
Black/African/Caribbean, South Asian, Asian/Pacific Islanders, Middle Eastern/West Asian and Latin American.
For guidelines and information on the application process,
visit the WIFT-T web site at www.wift.com. Fully completed application packages must be submitted to WIFT-T. Applications will be reviewed by a selection committee and assessed on an ongoing basis until all 50 bursaries have been filled.
For further information, contact WIFT-T at (416) 322-3430 ext. 221 or email wift@wift.com
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Goodmans Presents: Maintaining and Leveraging Video Archives - Coming Soon!
Presented by Goodmans LLP
A free networking event exclusively for WIFT-T members
This panel session will explore the need to preserve and promote Canada’s audio-visual heritage. Learn how your production company can access, distribute, maintain and convert their library to allow for new revenue opportunities. Learn what the potential costs versus opportunities are when archiving audio-visual content.
The panel will be helpful for all levels of professionals in film and television looking to better understand the state of audio-visual archives in Canada as well as producers looking to learn more about maintenance and conversion of visual content into new formats.
Location: National Film Board, Cinema, 150 John Street (at Richmond)
Date: Coming Soon
Registration: 6pm-6:30pm
Time: 6:30pm–9pm
Space is limited and pre-registration is mandatory. For more information, visit the WIFT-T website at www.wift.com.
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WIFT-T [awards and events]:
2nd Annual WIFT International Short Film Showcase
Women in Film and Television - Toronto (WIFT-T), in partnership with the National Film Board of Canada (NFB), is pleased to present the 2nd Annual WIFT International Short Film Showcase.
The event, which celebrates the outstanding filmmaking talents of women worldwide, will take place on International Women’s Day, March 8, 2007, and feature a selection of Canadian and international short films.
For information on tickets, and for more details on the films and directors, visit the WIFT-T website at www.wift.com.
WIFT-T needs four dedicated and enthusiastic member volunteers to assist us with various tasks throughout the evening (i.e. registration, hosting). Volunteers must be available from 5pm to 11pm on Thursday, March 8. You must be a member in good standing. If you are interested in assisting with this event, please email volunteers@wift.com.
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New and Prospective Members Meeting: Tuesday, March 13 at 6pm
On a monthly basis, WIFT-T opens its doors for a New and Prospective Members Meeting. At the free members’ meeting, we give an overview of the organization; its history, mandate, structure, a breakdown of the courses offered and other benefits of membership. It's the perfect place to network with other members, meet the staff and gain the knowledge you need to begin designing your own career strategy.
The meetings will be held at the WIFT-T offices at 110 Eglinton Ave. East, Suite 601.
These meetings are very popular and fill up quickly, please arrive by 6pm to get a seat. Each meeting lasts about an hour. Please RSVP by calling the WIFT-T office at 416-322-3430 ext. 221 or email wift@wift.com.
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Member Screenings Forum Now Available on WIFT-T Website
WIFT-T members can now promote their upcoming screenings on the WIFT-T website. All screenings submissions must conform to the guidelines posted on the website.
A $25 + GST administration fee, paid by credit card or cheque, will be required to process your submission. Payments must be received before screening information is posted online.
For more information or to download a Member Screening submission form, click here.
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WIFT International Summit: July 16-19, 2007
Women in Film and Television – Toronto (WIFT-T) will host the WIFT International Summit in Toronto at the Park Hyatt Hotel from July 16-19, 2007. Held every two years in a different country, 2007 will mark the first year this event has been held in Toronto.
“We are very excited about presenting this important event,” said Sue Sheridan, Executive Director of WIFT-T. “In a global marketplace, it is essential for women and men in screen-based media to network, forge new partnerships, and learn from the experiences of colleagues in other parts of the world.”
The WIFT International Summit will bring together participants from Afghanistan to New Zealand. For four days, delegates will be inspired by panels, workshops, screenings, and other special events. The WIFT International Summit will also give Toronto an opportunity to spotlight our own expertise in developing diverse talent and encourage international business opportunities that can assist Canadian production companies and filmmakers in creating strong products that are viable in the worldwide market.
More information on registration and a schedule of programs, speakers and events will be announced in the coming weeks.
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WIFT-T Annual General Meeting Set for May 8
Mark your calendars: Women in Film and Television-Toronto's Annual General Meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 8 at the National Film Board of Canada. More information will be announced in the coming weeks.
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Members Making News [spotlighting WIFT-T award winners, board members and Crystal Award recipients]:
Jennifer Baichwal Wins Genie Award
Congratulations to 2006 Crystal Award recipient Jennifer Baichwal for winning the 2007 Best Documentary Genie Award for her film Manufactured Landscapes.
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Partner News [products, services and industry events]:
The 2007 Quebecor BANFF Convergence Fellowship
Enter the Quebecor BANFF Convergence Fellowship 2007 by March 23, 2007
The 2007 Quebecor BANFF Convergence Fellowship will bring six Aboriginal and visible minority Ontario-based industry professionals to the Banff World Television Festival and nextMEDIA to support their role in creating culturally diverse cross-platform content.
The Quebecor Fellows will have their registration, accommodation and travel expenses covered as well as access to industry mentors.
Entry Deadline: Friday, March 23, 2007.
For full details, visit www.bwtvf.com.
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Kodak Presents Film@11, Lunch@12
ARRI’s Newest Super16 Camera and Lens Systems
The evolution never stops. Super 16mm has become an integral part of the DI workflow, capturing up to 150fps at 16 bit 2K resolution without any compression.
Come and test drive the latest Super 16mm camera and lens systems launched by ARRI for the demanding cinematographer.
Join Sébastien Laffoux, Manager Camera & Digital Systems at ARRI Canada Ltd. as he reviews the latest evolution in Super16mm camera and lens technology and offers a hands-on demonstration of the new Super 16mm workhorse: the 416. Superior ergonomics, ultra bright reflex viewfinder and super silent operation are just some of the many improvements over its popular predecessor, the 16SR3. Demo footage will also be screened to let you appreciate and assess the visual performance of S16mm today.
WHEN: Wednesday, March 7, 2007
TIME: 11am
WHERE: Kodak Canada Inc.
6 Monogram Place
Suite 200
Toronto
For further information and online registration click here. Seating is limited so we encourage you to register early.
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Hot Docs 2007 Doc Lab
After the overwhelming success of last year's inaugural Doc Lab, Hot Docs is again inviting 15 early to mid-career documentary writers and directors to participate in the intensive, five-day master class programme, running April 22 - 27 during the 2007 Hot Docs Festival.
Doc Lab provides filmmakers in need of creative refueling an opportunity to connect with leading creative documentary professionals through intimate and focused discussions of their craft and projects. Last year's Doc Lab speakers included Stephen Bognar, Julia Reichert, Francois Verster, Rainer Frimmel, Joan Churchill, Manfred Becker, Atom Egoyan, Larry Weinstein, Brian Hill, Elizabeth Klinck, and Werner Herzog. The curated, salon-style itinerary will include Doc Lab workshops, meetings, social gatherings, screenings, one-day access to the Toronto Documentary Forum, as well as admission to many other industry panels and events.
This year, industry veteran Gerry Flahive will act as Doc Lab Mentor, guiding participants through the programme and, alongside the guest speakers, sharing and debating ideas.
For more information and eligibility requirements, please visit www.hotdocs.ca.
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Canadian Film Centre: Call for Applications
CFC Media Lab
As a resident in the CFC Media Lab, you’ll push the boundaries of learning and imagination to create prototypes that are at the intersection of art and technology. Be part of the new world.
The Canadian Film Centre’s Media Lab is currently accepting applications for the Fall 2007 session of the TELUS Interactive Art & Entertainment Program (IAEP), a five-month, post-graduate residency focused on creating inventive interactive narrative projects for the Canadian and international marketplace.
The TELUS Interactive Arts & Entertainment Program (IAEP) is Canada's first post-graduate program for new media training and production, based on a philosophy that compelling new media content is created through a collaborative process harnessing a wide range of creative skills, knowledge and talent. An internationally acclaimed facility, the Media Lab has produced award-winning new media prototypes ranging from simulation-based interactive documentaries, to wireless storytelling networks, to interactive short films and narrative-driven media installations.
Application Deadline: May 18, 2007
For more information or to request an application please contact:
medialab@cfccreates.com or visit www.cfccreates.com.
Join the CFC Reel Club today!
A unique and exciting opportunity for you to enjoy exclusive movie screenings, industry events and films while supporting the CFC. The Reel Club, a fundraising initiative of the CFC, features a host of benefits that include movie passes, “sneak” movie previews, parties, CFC Annual Barbeque tickets and more!
All funds raised through the Reel Club support CFC film, television and new media programs. We offer a number of Reel Club donor levels to choose from. For more information or to join the Reel Club, please contact us at 416-445-1446 ext. 272 or by email reelclub@cfccreates.com.
CFC TV PRIME TIME TELEVISION PROGRAM
The PRIME TIME TELEVISON PROGRAM is the broadcast industry’s primary source for professional series writers and emerging TV creators. CFC TV provides talent with the practical and creative skills to succeed in writing, developing and producing high quality and innovative TV in a highly competitive marketplace.
The five-month Prime Time Television Program provides a team-based approach to TV series development for writers. With an enviable reputation for its delivery of excellent training and quality project development, Prime Time aids residents in mastering the tools required for: working in a story department, developing dramatic series material, and surviving as a successful writer in the television marketplace.
Application Deadline: May 16, 2007
For application questions, please contact Ivy Olford, CFC TV Programs Coordinator at 416-445-1446 ext. 217 or iolford@cfccreates.com.
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14th Annual Hot Docs Festival: Discount for WIFT-T Members
Hot Docs, North America's largest documentary festival, conference and market, will present its 14th annual edition from April 19 to April 29, 2007. An outstanding selection of over 100 Canadian and International documentaries will be presented to Toronto audiences and more than 1800 international delegates from over 25 countries.
This year’s Festival includes a retrospective on the works of 2007 Outstanding Achievement Award recipient Heddy Honigmann, as well as national spotlights on Brazil and Central and Eastern Europe. Hot Docs will once again mount an intensified full roster of professional market and networking events, as well as groundbreaking conference sessions and industry programmes, including the renowned Toronto Documentary Forum running April 25 and 26, 2007 (separate accreditation required).
Hot Docs has partnered with Women in Film and Television – Toronto for an exclusive promotion offering members $50 CDN off of the price of a Hot Docs Industry Pass. With the purchase of an Industry Pass, delegates gain access to all Festival screenings, conference sessions and industry programmes, including Kickstart workshops, The Doc Shop, the Rogers Industry Center, and market, networking and consultation services of the Sales Office, as well as a full roster of Festival parties and receptions.
In addition, registered delegates will have exclusive access to a new online community, allowing for an advance look at who will be in attendance and providing the opportunity to build and manage contacts before and after the Festival.
Register by March 15, 2007 and receive an early bird rate in addition to your membership discount.
Please contact WIFT–T at 416-322-3430 ext. 221 or email wift@wift.com to obtain your three-digit discount code. Visit www.hotdocs.ca for further information on industry events and screenings, and to register online.
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3rd Annual Marketing to Women Conference: Discount and Ticket Raffle for WIFT-T Members
3rd Annual Marketing to Women: Look Who’s Talking: Today’s Empowered & Most Coveted Consumer
Date: April 17 and 18
Venue: The Old Mill Inn – Toronto
Cost: WIFT-T members are eligible to receive a discount of $200 off the regular price of $1,499.00 + GST for the discounted rate of $1,299 + GST. For teams of three or more registering from the same company at the same time, an additional $200 discount will apply.
Presented by OpenDialogue Inc., this conference explores the personal and professional priorities that motivate women to buy and believe in your brand. Attend this conference and find out what some of Canada’s leading companies have to say about their strategic successes and what they have learned about marketing to women.
Please register by March 23, 2007 and refer to the following code at the time of registration to receive your special rate: MW-WF.
To register for this event, call Mary at 416-526-4578 or email mary@opendialogueinc.com or visit www.opendialogueinc.com.
Raffle for WIFT-T Members
Enter for your chance to win a complimentary registration to the 3rd Annual Marketing to Women Conference, April 17 and 18 in Toronto. Email or fax your entry to wift@wift.com or 416-322-3703. Please add Entry for Marketing to Women in the subject line. The draw will take place on March 15, 2007.
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Sign Up for Free as an Academy Affiliate with the Academy
of Canadian Cinema & Television
Sign up for free as an Academy Affiliate and receive complimentary admission to Canadian films at cinemas across Canada and a whole lot more.
Plus, you'll have a direct line to the latest information about the Genie, Gemini and Prix Gemeaux happenings – the awards that celebrate your industry...all for the price of a few minutes of time when you register as an Academy Affiliate.
The benefits of Academy membership are yours by simply registering at www.academy.ca/affiliates/wift.cfm
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