1) How do I apply for membership?
2) Can men join WIFT-T?
3) Does it matter when (which month) I join?
4) Will my WIFT-T membership be honoured at other WIFT chapters?
5) I have just joined WIFT-T. Will I receive a membership card and receipt?
6) What are the benefits of membership?
7) How can I get in touch with other WIFT-T members?
8) Does WIFT-T have a mentoring program or assist members with career development?
9) How does the WIFT-T Volunteer Program work?
10) How can I register for a course? Do I need to pre-register?
11) Where is the WIFT-T office and what are its hours of operation?
1) How do I apply for membership?
First, you need to determine the category of membership that is appropriate for you. All categories of membership are entitled to the same member benefits, with the exception that only Full members may run for the
Board of Directors or vote at our
Annual General Meeting.
• | Full – For professional women with three or more years of experience working in the industry.
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• | Associate – For professional women with fewer than three years of experience working in the industry.
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• | Friend
– For professional men working at all
levels in the industry and men and women outside
of the other categories.
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• | Student
– Open to students enrolled FULL time
in a post secondary facility. (A copy of a valid
student ID must be provided.)
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• | Senior
– Open to seniors. (Proper identification
must be provided.)
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Second, you submit an
application (PDF download: 86k) with payment.
Click here for Adobe Acrobat PDF Reader. The application may be submitted by mail, fax, phone, or in person at our
office. If you have any questions, please call the WIFT-T office at 416-322-3430 ext.221 or email
wift@wift.com.
Click
here for more information about membership.
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2) Can men join WIFT-T?
Yes. Many men are members of WIFT-T, and are entitled to take advantage of the majority of member benefits, including complimentary Goodmans Presents networking events, member rates at all WIFT-T programming events, the Career Hotlist Email Service and discounts on products, services and industry events. Men may join WIFT-T
under our Friend category, which is open to professional
men working at all levels in the industry.
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3) Does it matter when (which month) I join?
No. All new memberships and renewals are good for one full year from the actual date of join or renewal.
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4) Will my WIFT-T membership be honoured at other WIFT chapters?
As a member of WIFT-T, you are automatically a member of
WIFT International; however, each regional chapter is run independently. Some chapters will allow you to participate in their activities, but it is best to contact the chapter directly.
Also, WIFT-T has
Dual membership agreements with NYWIFT and WIFLA. Any
Full member in good standing with WIFT-T may join either of these chapters for just $75 USD. For more details, please contact Wendy Jacinto, at 416.322.3430 x225 or
membership@wift.com.
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5) I have just joined WIFT-T. Will I receive a membership card and receipt?
Yes. Your card and receipt will be sent out within 3-5 weeks.
However, you will be added to our membership database within a week of joining WIFT-T, and will immediately be able to take advantage of all WIFT-T
Membership Benefits.
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6) What are the benefits of membership?
At WIFT-T, we endeavour to give members access to the tools to: become experts about their career needs and the future they face; receive targeted practical training in the creative, technical, and business aspects of producing and selling to worldwide markets for screen based media; and effectively network and learn about the industry through ongoing programming and special events.
Some of the programs/services we offer our members are:
• | Up-to-the-minute Members’ Email Bulletin;
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• | Career Hotlist job postings email service;
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• | Volunteer Program;
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• | Complimentary listing in (and member-only access to) the WIFT International On Line Membership Directory;
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• | Discounts on WIFT-T Programming and negotiated discounts on programming offered by other respected organizations and events in the industry;
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• | Crystal Awards Fundraising Gala;
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• | Popular networking events: highlights include the Annual General Meeting and the TIFF Festival Reception;
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• | Discounts on various industry programs and services;
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and much more!
Click here for more information about
membership.
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7) How can I get in touch with other WIFT-T members?
The best way to meet other
WIFT-T members is to participate in our
programs and take advantage of our
networking
opportunities.
Also, members are able to find contact information for other members (in Toronto and worldwide) by using the WIFT International
On Line Membership Directory.
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8) Does WIFT-T have a mentoring program or assist members with career development?
WIFT-T does not offer a mentoring program; however, if you are interested in mentorship, there is a great guide at
www.workinculture.on.ca.
WIFT-T does, however, recognize the importance of career
development for our members. In keeping with this philosophy,
WIFT-T has initiated a number of programs focused on
career development, including the career building
approach to the
Goodmans Presents.
In addition, WIFT-T encourages its members to connect with industry peers at the
networking events held throughout the year.
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9) How does the WIFT-T Volunteer Program work?
Because the Volunteer Program offers opportunities for networking and earning discounts toward WIFT-T courses, volunteering is considered a benefit of membership, and therefore, is open to members only.
Volunteer opportunities are sent out by email as they arise. Members assist us in many areas throughout the year – special events production, professional development workshops, office assistance, and representing WIFT-T at trade shows. If you are a member in good standing and wish to be added to the volunteer list, please contact us at 416-322-3430 x221 or
wift@wift.com.
All volunteers are encouraged to take advantage of WIFT-T’s Volunteer Incentive Program. For every ten hours worked, a member receives ten percent off one of the many courses offered by WIFT-T. This is a way for our organization to offer something back to our hard working volunteers and also a way for members to attend courses at reduced rates.
To redeem volunteer hours, call 416.322.3430 x221.
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10) How can I register for a course? Do I need to pre-register?
A
registration form (PDF download: 88k) can be completed and returned to WIFT-T in person (110 Eglinton Ave. East, Suite 601), by mail (110 Eglinton Ave. East, Suite 601, Toronto, ON M4P 2Y1) or by fax (416.322.3703).
Click here for Adobe Acrobat PDF Reader. You may also register by contacting us at 416.322.3430 x221 or
wift@wift.com.
Pre-registration is always advised to secure a place; however, it is not always required. Please see our
programming section for details related to specific courses.
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11) Where is the WIFT-T office and what are its hours of operation?
Women in Film and Television - Toronto
110 Eglinton Ave. East, Suite 601
Toronto, Ontario M4P 2Y1
Tel: 416.322.3430 x221
Fax: 416.322.3703
Our office is located on the east of Yonge Street & Eglinton Avenue (Eglinton Station on the Yonge Line). For a map click
here.
The WIFT-T office is open from 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday.
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