On Screen Manitoba

Since 2008, camera manufacturers have been marketing affordable HDSLRs. These digital cameras are revolutionary in that they have put into the hands of the general public, a tool to create high end film-like images at a price unheard of even 10 years ago.

Alors que l'industrie du film se prépare pour un été productif avec des tournages de films dans les quatre coins de la province, On Screen Manitoba et Musique et Film Manitoba vous invitent à y jouer un rôle.

As Manitoba’s film industry prepares for a busy summer of production in all corners of the province, On Screen Manitoba and Manitoba Film & Music are inviting people to play a role.

The Banff World Media Festival returns June 9-12, 2013 and members of ON SCREEN MANITOBA can receive a special rate of $1295.00 - a 30% discount off regular price!

Please note that the following changes will be implemented immediately.
veuillez noter que les changements suivants sont en vigueur immédiatement.

Congratulations to OSM outgoing board chair Phyllis Laing who was honored with both the Overall Excellence Award and the International Trade Award at the 2013 Manitoba Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Awards on May 16.

Upcoming Films and Events at the Winnipeg Film Group and Cinematheque.

The 2013 Manitoba Film & Television Production Guide is now available for Ipad and Smartphones.

The Winnipeg International Jewish Film Festival presents the best feature-films and documentaries from around the globe, on subjects of Jewish identity, culture, history and diversity. The ten-day festival which runs from May 21-June 1, 2013 is presented by The Asper Foundation Performances, The Babs Asper Centre for Cultural Arts, and the Rady Jewish Community Centre.

Téléfilm Canada accepte actuellement les inscriptions au nom du Festival international du film de Busan pour les séances de sélections de films canadiens à Montréal.

Telefilm Canada is currently accepting entries on behalf of the Busan International Film Festival for the Montréal Selection Screenings to be held July 9 to 12, 2013.

This two-day workshop begins with a case study and retrospective of Sidney J. Furie’s career and working methods. Using examples from film, this seminar will cover the motivations behind specific aesthetics, camera movement, scene coverage, the relationship between the director and other creative personnel during preproduction and production.

Short filmmakers have the chance to win up to $4,000 in cash awards through the National Screen Institute’s Online Short Film Festival. Submissions are being accepted until Monday, July 29, 2013 at 4:30 p.m. CT.

The first-ever study of Canadian screenwriters, conducted by researchers at Ryerson’s RTA School of Media, reveals that professional screenwriters in Canada are well-educated, mostly middle-aged, and versatile in writing for a variety of film and television genres in a volatile freelance market. The study also revealed a lack of gender and ethnic diversity in the industry.

Téléfilm Canada coordonnera trois (3) envois regroupés de films canadiens de Montréal à Venise aux trois (3) sections distinctes du Festival de Venise : Mostra officielle, Venice Days et Semaine de la critique.

Telefilm Canada will coordinate three (3) consolidated shipments of Canadian films from Montréal to Venice to the three (3) distinct sections of the Venice Film Festival: Official Mostra, Venice Days and the Venice Critics’ Week

Production on the NFB Highrise documentary project will continue as part of brand new collaboration between two pioneering interactive media organizations, the National Film Board of Canada and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).

Téléfilm Canada s’associe au CineCoup Film Accelerator, un concours qui a vu le jour à Vancouver et qui a pour but de fournir un million de dollars pour le financement d’un nouveau long métrage. Téléfilm a conclu ce partenariat dans le cadre de sa toute nouvelle campagne de marketing Découvrez le talent canadien autrement.

Telefilm Canada is partnering with Vancouver’s CineCoup Film Accelerator, a reality-show style competition to provide a million dollars to fund a new feature film, as part of the funding agency’s newly minted New Ways of Discovering Canadian Talent marketing campaign.

This two evening workshop will focus on helping you get the most from Final Cut Pro X – from its powerful organizational intelligence to its forward-thinking editing paradigms, this workshop will give you an in-depth look at the foundations that make Final Cut Pro X a powerful and unique editing experience.

This installation incubator workshop explores the intersection of experimental cinema, public space and installation. Combining a theory and hands-on handmade filmmaking, participants will work on individual, 100 ft silent films that thematically consider the engagement of film, space and place. Participants will receive feedback from the instructors and other participants during this workshop, and should be open to having their works critiqued.

The Winnipeg Film Group Reading Series (WFG) is pleased to announce a script reading series to support the developing talents of Winnipeg’s storytellers – writers and actors alike - by providing a forum where they can present their craft to a live audience and get instant feedback.

The Winnipeg Film Group’s Cinematheque and West End Cultural Centre join forces again to present BANDS VS FILMMAKERS III, the must see event of the year where all funds raised go to the support of Cinematheque.

The Filmmakers Assistance Program offers developing independent emerging filmmakers, working in both film and video, an opportunity to receive financial support for their productions.

Associazione Culturale Scarti will be holding the 12th edition of Magma – mostra di cinema breve (international short film festival). The Festival, open to filmmakers and works from all around the world, will take place in Acireale (CT) - Italy from 25th November to 29th November 2013.

The National Screen Institute – Canada’s first year of the NSI Lifestyle & Reality Series Producer course was such a resounding success that program partners Shaw Media, Bell Media and Corus Entertainment are back on board for a second year.

An initiative of Astral's Harold Greenberg Fund in association with Movie Central, and The Movie Network, the Shorts-to-Features program is designed to greenlight and finance the production of short films, in the amount of $30,000 each, from emerging Canadian filmmakers to use as a calling card for a feature film currently in development.

Upcoming Films and Events at the Winnipeg Film Group and Cinematheque.

Congratulations to Shawn Linden whose film The Good Lie has been accepted at PERSPECTIVE CANADA in Cannes, a Telefilm Canada showcase at the upcoming Marché du Film at the Cannes Film Festival with the objective to increase the international exploitation of Canadian feature-length films

OSM Executive Director Nicole Matiation was in Montréal Wednesday, May 8 to present the intervention concerning BCE’s acquisition of Astral Media Inc. filed by OSM on April 5 with the CRTC on behalf of Manitoba stakeholders.

La directrice générale d'On Screen Manitoba était à Montréal le mercredi 8 mai pour présenter au CRTC l'intervention de l'industrie manitobaine déposée par OSM le 5 avril concernant l'achat d'Astral Media Inc. par BCE.
 

From now until the end of June 2013, residents of Manitoba and Saskatchewan can watch Shelagh Carter's Passionflower on video-on-demand services on MTS and SaskTel.

Congratulations to OSM member Frantic Films whose TV serie Pithcin' In received a nomination for the upcoming Banff World Media Festival 2013 Rockies awards in the Lifestyle & Information Programs category.

OSM’s Annual General Meeting will be Wednesday, June 19 from 4 – 7 pm at the United Way building, 580 Main Street.
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L'assemblée générale annuelle d'OSM aura lieu le mercredi 19 juin de 16 h à 19 h à United Way (580 Main Street).

Congratulations to OSM members Tactica Interractive, Frank Digital and DACAPO for their win at the 2013 Signature Awards held May 9 at the Metropolitan Entertainment Centre.

HBO Canada, a multiplex channel of Corus Entertainment’s Movie Central (Western Canada) and Astral’s The Movie Network (Eastern Canada), heads back to Winnipeg for a bittersweet summer of turmoil and goodbyes in this fourth and final season of the award-winning, half-hour original comedy series, Less Than Kind.

Speech by Jean-Pierre Blais, Chairman of the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission at the public hearing in Montreal, Quebec.

This workshop is intended to provide an introduction to handling and preserving videotape. The hands on approach will familiarize participants with basic technical knowledge about the construction and operation of videotape, terminology, preservation standards, and best practices.

1st Break is like no other film festival in Manitoba. Our focus is on independently produced and financed short films made by emerging Manitoban filmmakers. The festival will take viewing films to a whole new level by hosting events in non-traditional, community owned venues in Winnipeg’s downtown core.

In April 2013 Nicole and Winnipeg producer Charles Clement attended the CRTC hearings in Ottawa regarding Mandatory Distribution.

Opportunities for manitoban filmmakers at the 2013 Gimli Film Festival - deadlines approaching.

Upcoming Films and Events at the Winnipeg Film Group and Cinematheque.

We are seeking a reliable, enthusiastic person to join our organization as a permanent full time Projectionist. The hours are mainly Wednesday to Sunday evenings/nights with occasional daytime hours during the week.

Cinémental invite les vidéastes intéressés à inscrire leur film à la compétition Courts Métrages lors de l’événement Cinémental Manitoba 2013 qui aura lieu à Winnipeg le vendredi 18 octobre au CCFM. Cette année, nous avons deux catégories dans lesquelles vous pouvez inscrire votre film : amateur et professionnel. Les soumissions doivent être reçues d'ici au 12 septembre 2013.

L’équipe de Cinémental lance sa 22e édition sous le thème Plus grand que nature, et pour la première fois, elle lance un projet pilote dans le cadre de la Compétition Courts Métrages : KINO-MANITOBA. Huit équipes de production composées de 2 à 3 personnes auront 48 heures pour produire un film de 30 secondes à 2 minutes en français.

Téléfilm Canada est heureuse d’annoncer une procédure simplifiée en ce qui a trait aux demandes de financement pour les projets de longs métrages en coproduction (incluant le programme de Mini-traité avec la France). Cette initiative fait partie des efforts mis de l’avant pour simplifier nos processus d’affaires et améliorer les services aux clients.

Telefilm Canada is pleased to announce a simplified application process for funding feature film co-productions (including those in the mini-treaty with France). This initiative is part of Telefilm’s efforts to simplify business processes and enhance client services.

Le Tokyo International Film Festival accepte présentement les inscriptions pour son édition 2013.

The Tokyo International Film Festival is currently accepting entries for its 2013 edition.

Le Festival Off-Courts Trouville accepte dès maintenant les inscriptions pour son édition de 2013.

The Festival Off-Courts Trouville is currently accepting applications for its 2013 edition.

Le DOK Leipzig – International Leipzig Festival for Documentaries and Animated Films accepte présentement les inscriptions pour son édition 2013.

The DOK Leipzig – International Leipzig Festival for Documentaries and Animated Filmsis currently accepting entries for its 2013 edition.

Le Hamptons International Film Festival accepte présentement les inscriptions pour son édition 2013.

The Hamptons International Film Festival is currently accepting entries for its 2013 edition.

This article was first published on Broadcastermagazine.com on May 3rd, 2013

Now in its 17th year, the Vision Quest Conference & Trade Show has expanded to include three keynote presenters, and three brand new initiatives.

Le Festival des Vidéastes du Manitoba vous invite le jeudi 23 mai à son Gala. Dès 18 h 30 à la salle Martial-Caron de l'Université de Saint-Boniface, vous verrez les vidéos de seize équipes de partout au Canada. Des élèves de la 8e à la 12e année, des écoles françaises et d'immersion, vous montreront leur passion pour la vidéo.

The National Screen Institute – Canada (NSI) is pleased to announce the appointment of respected executive producer Karen Powell to the position of NSI Features First program advisor.

Téléfilm Canada souhaite informer ses clients du Programme d’aide à la production que les fonds destinés aux projets de langue française dont les budgets sont de plus de 1,5 million de dollars sont maintenant épuisés pour 2013-2014.

Rogers Media and The Alberta Media Production Industries Association (AMPIA) announced today the first round of successful applicants of the Rogers Development Fund, a newly created development initiative that benefits local production communities. Eleven candidates overall were successful, seven candidates in Stream One, and four candidates in Stream Two.

The Crew Course and Travel Fund (CCTF) supports the professional development of crewmembers and industry professionals currently working in Manitoba’s film and television industry. Through the CCTF, Film Training Manitoba will provide financial assistance to cover the costs of attending a workshop or course not available in Manitoba. The workshop or course must take place between April 1, 2013 and January 31, 2014.

FTM is accepting applications to the Career Focus Crew Internship program. The Career Focus Program is an important part of Film Training Manitoba’s overall training strategy. FTM is committed to helping recent graduates in Manitoba gain on-the-job experience and apply the skills acquired through education to the local industry. The program is well known to employers in the industry and has a high impact on the development of entry-level workers. As a result of the Career Focus Program, 75% of past program participants are currently pursuing a career in the industry.

FTM and Red River College have partnered together on the Film Crew Supervisory Certificate, designed to bring HR and supervisory skills training to Manitoba’s film and television industry.

Any piece of music you use in your production—we’re talking score, original songs, jingles, karaoke, ukulele renditions of love songs, car radios, ringtones and singing parrots—is owned by someone.

The main duties of an assistant director are to assist the director, coordinate all production activity, and supervise the cast and crew on production. The AD is considered the key link between the director and the cast and crew, and also the liaison to the production office, providing regular progress reports about the production.

It takes market savvy and story intelligence to develop a screenplay into a dynamic project that will attract talent, financing and audiences. The Essential Questions of Script Development will give participants the tools they need to read analytically and identify a clear path for the development of their script. The goal of this course is to strengthen the story in a way that will satisfy the intended audience.

Filmmaking is a true blend of business and creativity and making a film takes more than just picking up a camera and shooting a scene. More than anything they may encounter on set, one of the most baffling questions facing a filmmaker has more to do with raising funds and how to handle the ensuing tax credit application. This one-day workshop with Colleen Alksnis will aim to answer as many of the questions you already have and the ones you haven’t even thought of yet.

Congratulations to OSM member Alain Delannoy who has been nomintaed for a Canadian Cinema Editors 2013 Awards in the Best Editing in Animation category for his film Fraction.

Now in its second year, the Architecture + Design Film Festival will present critically acclaimed films that focus on the importance of architecture and design in everyday life. The films cover an incredible range of design-oriented topics from architecture and urban design to graphics and product design.

Upcoming Films and Events at the Winnipeg Film Group and Cinematheque.

Congratulations to Melissa Kajpust, Lisa Meeches and Ursula Lawson who were the winners of the Circle of Inspiration award at the 2013 YMCA-YWCA Women of Distinction Awards. They are the leaders of the NSI New Voices program, a one-of-a-kind program that integrates education with traditional teachings at the National Screen Institute.

Through regular evaluation of its workshops by participants, and communication with labour organizations and production companies, Film Training Manitoba has determined the following training priorities for 2013-14.

Le Programme français de l’Office national du film du Canada (ONF) offre une opportunité unique de création à deux cinéastes ou créateurs pour la troisième édition de son programme de résidence.

Cet article de Fabien Deglise a été publié par Le Devoir le 30 avril 2013.

OSM member Justin Lamoureux has launched his funding campaign on IndiGoGo for his project Revolution Wake - A Wakeboard Film with a Doc Side, an all-Manitoban HD wakeboard film featuring local riders, music and locations.

On Screen Manitoba requires a dynamic, highly organized Office Administrator with confirmed bookkeeping skills for a part time position effective June 11.

This workshop will introduce participants to the role of a production buyer and how to successfully approach the challenges of sourcing, purchasing, renting, or acquiring items to be used on a production. Participants will be shown the proper techniques and creative buying solutions that make life easier during a production.

FTM is pleased to bring you our latest acting workshop "Audition Hell", featuring actor, writer and producer, Peter Skagen. It's not how well you can act the part, but how well you audition for it.

Steve Langston's Riding North will be showing at the 3rd annual Bikesploitation Bicycle, Film and Art Festival in Memphis, Tennessee which runs May 24-26, 2013.

The National Screen Institute – Canada (NSI) is excited to announce the next phase of the inaugural NSI Aboriginal Documentary course: a trip to the Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival.

Téléfilm Canada procède à l’ouverture de son Programme de promotion pour 2013-2014. Les organisations canadiennes actives dans les secteurs du film, de la télévision ou des médias numériques qui souhaitent soumettre une demande de financement pour des événements grand public ou des initiatives professionnelles se tenant au Canada peuvent le faire à compter du 30 avril 2013 et ce, jusqu’au 13 décembre 2013, date de clôture du Programme cette année.

Telefilm Canada is opening its Promotion Program for 2013-2014. Canadian organizations active in film, television or digital media looking for financial support for events open to the general public and for professional initiatives held in Canada may submit an application as of April 30, 2013 until December 13, 2013, the closing date of the Program this year.

This article written by Bryant Frazer was originally published on studiodaily.com on April 30, 2013.

Telefilm Canada is currently accepting market-ready narrative scripts on behalf of NO BORDERS, the international co-production market that is part of Independent Film Week in New York City September 15 – 19, 2013.

The National Screen Institute – Canada (NSI) announces the students selected to NSI New Voices 2013, NSI’s training course for young Aboriginal adults aged 18-35 with a desire to work in the film and television industry.

Merit Jensen Carr, whose Winnipeg-based production company Merit Motion Pictures is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, received an anniversary surprise of her own today — the announcement that she had won documentary’s Don Haig Award, to be presented by the Hot Docs Board of Directors on May 3.

Bell Media announced today the creation of an immersive and innovative new apprenticeship program to help develop the next generation of small-screen producers in Canada. With a yearly commitment of up to $1 million, the Bell Media Producer Accelerator Lab is a catalyst to fast-track the advancement and skills of qualified television producers.

Telefilm Canada is opening its Development Program for 2013-2014. Production companies looking to finance the development stage of their feature film projects may submit an application between May 7, 2013 and November 7, 2013, the closing date of the Program this year.

Téléfilm Canada procède à l’ouverture de son Programme d’aide au développement pour 2013-2014. Les sociétés de production qui souhaitent financer leurs projets de longs métrages en développement peuvent présenter une demande à compter du 7 mai 2013 et ce, jusqu’au 7 novembre 2013, date de clôture du Programme cette année.

The CRTC is currently holding a public hearing about the applications by television services seeking to obtain distribution orders.

The CMF announced today that the Convergent Digital Media Incentive (CDMI) for English language projects is now closed due to a high number of eligible applications received.

WUFF is proud to present the 90 Second filmmaking challenge!

The Canadian Museum for Human Rights has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) to seek a vendor who will supply Film Production services for a new museum. The inauguration of the Museum is slated for 2014.

Upcoming Films and Events at the Winnipeg Film Group and Cinematheque.

The BANFF WORLD MEDIA FESTIVAL is a conference and market place for those in the entertainment industry.

World sales agents and documentary film festivals have elected domicile at the Doc Corner.

Butch Kaplan, the line producer for the third and latest American Girl movie to shoot in Winnipeg has a long history of mentoring and training.

Congratulations to OSM member Orlando Braun whose films “725”, Becoming Lucy and War Bride have been selected by the Festival de Cannes Short Film Corner.

Congratulations to Less Than Kind's Kim Coghill on winning a Writers Guild of Canada Screenwriting Award. Less Than Kind is co-produced by OSM member Buffalo Gal Pictures.

Canadian film students and emerging filmmakers are invited to submit their short film to the seventh annual Air Canada enRoute Film Festival.

Étudiants en cinéma et jeunes réalisateurs canadiens, nous vous invitons à participer à la septième édition du Festival du film enRoute d’Air Canada.

In the summer of 2009, Canadian journalist, adventurer and filmmaker Cameron Dueck sailed the infamous Northwest Passage on his yacht, the Silent Sound. Following the voyage, Great Plains Publications published his story, which was later developed into an award-winning documentary film. Now, in partnership with the World Wildlife Fund, the expedition from Victoria, British Columbia to Halifax, Nova Scotia, is being retold as an iOS App for iPad and iPad mini.

CAVCO PUBLIC NOTICE 2013-02: Lead Performer Policy and Clarification of the “Documentary Exception” – Call for Comments

AVIS PUBLIC DU BCPAC 2013-02: Politique sur les artistes principaux et clarification de l’ «exception touchant les documentaires » – Appel aux commentaires

This article written by Nicholas Friesen was originally published on the Spectator Tribune website on April 19, 2013.

On-Camera Workshop with Tammy Gillis in Winnipeg MB
Saturday, May 11 & Sunday, May 12, 2013
from 9am to 6pm
Cost - $250/person for the weekend

The Summer Program Coordinator will work closely with Freeze Frame’s Operations Coordinator and Communications Coordinator (in addition to artistic mentors-on a part-time basis), to plan, organize and implement the summer component of Freeze Frame's Year Round Media Arts Centre Programming within the confines of the budgets assigned.

L’intervenant travaillera en collaboration avec la Coordonnatrice d’opérations et le Coordonnateur de communications (en plus des mentors consultatifs), pour planifier, organiser et mettre en œuvre notre programme d’été.

The successful candidate will assist the Operations Coordinator, Communications Coordinator and Artistic Director in planning, updating and maintaining our website including features, plug-ins, functions, blog and social media connections.

Le candidat retenu devra assister la Coordinnatrice d’opérations, Le Coordonnateur des communications et le Directeur artistique dans la planification, la mise à jour et le maintien de notre site Web, y compris les caractéristiques, plug-ins, des fonctions, notre blog et les connexions de médias sociaux.

The Good Lie, directed by OSM member Shawn Linden will premiere in Winnipeg on May 10, 2013 at the Globe Theatre.

The Manitoba Film and Video Production Tax Credit and the Manitoba Interactive Digital Media Tax Credit (IDMTC) have been extended to December 31, 2016 along with the introduction of four enhancements to the IDMTC.

Mardi dernier, lors de la présentation de son budget, la province du Manitoba a prolongé le Crédit d'impôt du Manitoba pour la production de films et de vidéos ainsi que le Crédit d'impôt pour les médias numériques interactifs du Manitoba (CIMNIM) jusqu'en 2016.

In Tuesday’s budget the Manitoba Government extended both the Manitoba Film and Video Tax Credit and the Manitoba Interactive Digital Media Tax Credit (MIDMTC) to 2016.The Interactive Digital Media Tax Credit will also receive several enhancements that will make it more competitive nationally for convergent and interactive productions.

Upcoming Films and Events at the Winnipeg Film Group and Cinematheque.

Congratulations to Merit Motion Pictures whose documentary Surviving :) The Teenage Brain has been nominated at the The Yorkton Film Festival in the Best Director (Non-Fiction) category.

Farpoint Films is proud to announce the US premiere of The Sheepdogs Have At It will be taking place at the Newport Beach Film Festival on Sunday, April 28.

The Victoria Film Festival is proud to announce that its Call for Entries for our 2014 film festival is now open!

There are several opportunities for filmmakers at the 2013 Gimli Film Festival: two calls for submissions of completed works, two contests where you can pitch new ideas, and a five day total immersion short film camp that takes place prior to the Festival…

My Awkward Sexual Adventure, co-produced by OSM member Juliette Hagopian and directed by Sean Garrity is currently playing in theatres.

The critically acclaimed fest runs for nine thrilling nights in Toronto, Canada this October 17-25, 2013 and welcomes submissions of all forms of genre cinema including horror, sci-fi, fantasy, animation, crime, action, cult and documentary films, both short form and feature-length.

Le Fonds des médias du Canada (FMC) a affiché dans son site Internet les allocations d’enveloppes de rendement 2013-2014.

The Canada Media Fund’s English Regional Pre-Development Program will be open for submissions on June 18.

This article was first published in the Globe and Mail on April 11, 2013.

AN EVENING OF EXPANDED CINEMA: LIVE FILM PERFORMANCE
Hosted by The Winnipeg Film Group's Cinematheque
Date: Thursday April 18, 2013 at 8:00 PM
Venue: Negative Space, 253 Princess Street
Tickets: $10

Manitoba short filmmakers – you could win up to $2,000 in prize money at the Gimli Film Festival which takes place from July 24 to 28. Submit your film – which must have been completed after January 1, 2012 – through the National Screen Institute. Submissions are being accepted until Wednesday May 15, 2013 at 4:30 p.m. CT.

Got a great idea for a non-fiction TV project that’s set in Manitoba? Enter the MTS Stories From Home $20,000 Pitch! contest and you could receive twenty thousand dollars in production funding from MTS TV.

Vous avez une idée de projet de documentaire pour la télévision qui aurait lieu au Manitoba? Participez au concours MTS Stories From Home $20,000 Pitch! et courrez la chance de gagner vingt mille dollars en fonds de production de la part d'MTS TV.

Succeeding in an audition is at least 80% mindset. The rest is technique and this part you can get in other workshops. Onalee is working with your energy.

OSM is partnering with Québec Cinéma and the Winnipeg Film Group to offer a Master Class with Rebelle/War Witch cinematographer Nicolas Bolduc on Sunday April 28.

OSM offre en partenariat avec Québec Cinéma et le Winnipeg Film Group une leçon de maître avec Nicolas Bolduc, le directeur de la photographie de Rebelle le dimanche 28 avril.

The first films written, directed and produced by First Nations students under a unique new program of training in multi-media will be screened at the Aboriginal Centre, 181 Higgins Avenue on Saturday, April 13, 2013.

The Year Dolly Parton Was My Mom, co-produced by Buffalo Gal Pictures has been selected for the third Beijing International Film Festival.

Relish New Brand Experience is a multi-disciplinary brand boutique based in the heart of Winnipeg, Manitoba. What started as a one-person studio in 1998 has blossomed into a 20-person firm with a full range of design, marketing and interactive services. We’re currently looking at adding another person to our growing team. If you’re passionate about motion graphic design and videography, and have experience with server and client side development, then a career at Relish is right up your alley.

Trouver sa voix lance un grand coup de filet dans tout le pays à la recherche de candidats. Soutenu financièrement par le canal numérique documentary de la CBC, le programme de stages permettra à sept documentaristes stagiaires de travailler sous le mentorat de cinéastes documentaristes chevronnés pendant une période pouvant aller jusqu’à cinq mois. La date limite pour le dépôt des candidatures est fixée au 24 mai 2013.

Funded by CBC’s digital channel documentary, the apprenticeship program will support up to seven apprentices this year who will work under the mentorship of accomplished documentary filmmakers for a period of up to five months. The application deadline for submissions is May 24, 2013.

Independent Film Week (September 15-19, 2013) is the oldest and largest forum in the U.S. for the discovery of new projects in development and new voices on the independent film scene.

Upcoming Films and Events at the Winnipeg Film Group and Cinematheque.

Monique Simard, directrice générale du Programme français de l’Office national du film du Canada (ONF), annonce aujourd’hui la nomination de Dominic Desjardins au poste de producteur exécutif au Studio de la francophonie canadienne situé à Toronto. Dévoué à la production française en situation minoritaire, le nouveau producteur exécutif entrera en fonction le 15 avril prochain.

Monique Simard, Director General of the French Program of the National Film Board of Canada (NFB), today announced the appointment of Dominic Desjardins to the post of Executive Producer at the Studio de la francophonie canadienne in Toronto, devoted to productions in French linguistic-minority communities. The new executive producer will take up his post on April 15th.

The International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam is currently accepting entries for its 2013 edition.

Le International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam accepte présentement les inscriptions pour son édition 2013.

The Chicago International Film Festival is currently accepting entries for its 2013 edition.

Le Chicago International Film Festival accepte présentement les inscriptions pour son édition 2013.

The Festival International du Film Francophone de Namur is currently accepting applications for its 2013 edition.

Le Festival International du Film Francophone de Namur accepte présentement les inscriptions pour son édition 2013.

Local documentary filmmaker Charles Konowal creates an intimate portrait of singer/songwriter Scott Nolan’s songwriting process in the documentary Chasing a Song which premieres at Cinematheque on April 18th at 7pm. The screening will be introduced by both Charles Konowal and Scott Nolan, with a Q & A session to follow. Chasing A Song will then be available on MTS TV on demand, Stories From Home, beginning April 19th.

The Canadian Media Production Association (CMPA) has shown its support for the Actors’ Fund’s mission of assisting Canadian entertainment workers in crisis by making a $15,000 contribution in recognition of the Fund’s service to the film & TV production sector. The contribution is made up of $5,000 from the BC Producers’ Branch Council and $10,000 from the national office.

Congratulations to Merit Motion Pictures whose documentary Smarty Plants has been accepted into the International Wildlife Film Festival (IWFF) in Missoula, Montana. The 2013 IWFF will take place from April 27- May, 2013.

The CRTC has approved in part an application by Shaw Media Inc. to amend certain aspects of the tangible benefits package related to the transfer of control of Alliance Atlantis Broadcasting Inc.’s broadcasting companies.

CDMN Canada 3.0 2013 is Canada’s only national digital media conference focused on the commercialization of innovation. Created by the Canadian Digital Media Network, an ecosystem that nurtures and grows Canadian digital media companies by connecting like-minded organizations that provide commercialization resources to Canadian information and communications technology (ICT) and mobile startups and small- to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the country.

The Media Production Fund is set up to assist members in the production of new media projects. The program is geared towards mid-career and established artists.
NAMA is designed for persons who have not yet produced or exhibited a new media work in a professional context. Artists from other artistic disciplines are encouraged to apply.
 

Come meet other filmmakers, actors, music videos directors, cameramen/women, editors, background performers, etc.... & talk movies, tech, whatever!

The following article was written by Michael Oliveira and was originally published in the Winnipeg Free Press on April 4, 2013.

The Banff World Media Festival schedule is now live! Check out what their incredible programming team has put together for the 2013 delegates.

Ce programme offre de l’aide financière aux projets télévisuels et basés sur le web qui ont obtenu un financement de tiers, représentant un déclencheur du marché acceptable, ainsi que suffisament de financement pour compléter le projet.

La Tournée du cinéma québécois s'arrête à Winnipeg du 25 au 28 avril 2013. En collaboration avec le Gouvernement du Manitoba, Cinémental, le Centre culturel franco-manitobain, la Winnipeg Cinematheque, le Delta Winnipeg et 233-ALLÔ.

The Crew Course and Travel Fund (CCTF) supports the professional development of crewmembers and industry professionals currently working in Manitoba’s film and television industry. Through the CCTF, Film Training Manitoba will provide financial assistance to cover the costs of attending a workshop or course not available in Manitoba. The workshop or course must take place between April 1, 2013 and January 31, 2014.

This course will familiarize participants with the provincial laws governing traffic control. Flagsperson training deals with understanding of who is responsible for establishing traffic control on a film set, the duties of a flagsperson on set, the dress and proper equipment necessary for proper flagging and the proper techniques for directing traffic.

FTM and Red River College have partnered together on the Film Crew Supervisory Certificate, designed to bring HR and supervisory skills training to Manitoba’s film and television industry.

Verdict, the interactive web series Tactica co-produced with Frantic Films (Tammy Marlowe Johnson and Shaun Johnson), has won five awards at the 2013 LA Web Series Festival. The web series was honoured in the Interactive Narrative Drama Series category for outstanding production, editing, ensamble cast, series concept and theme song.

Upcoming Films and Events at the Winnipeg Film Group and Cinematheque.

MUSIQUE ET FILM MANITOBA (MFM) est à la recherche d’une personne dynamique et très organisée pour se joindre à son équipe.

MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC (MFM) is looking for an energetic and organized individual to fill the full-time permanent position of Locations Coordinator.

Farpoint Films and Travel+Escape are proud to announce they have begun production on new original series The Illegal Eater with host and former Barenaked Ladies front man Steven Page. The 13-episode series will premiere in the fall of 2013 on Travel+Escape.

True to its commitment to celebrating the art, education and entertainment of film, the Gimli Film Festival is excited to announce the addition of the MTS Digital Media Camp – a five-day total film immersion camp dedicated to learning how to create a short film and posting it on YouTube.

Are you an emerging filmmaker? Do you have an idea for a short film you are desperate to make? Are you over the age of 18 and a resident of Manitoba? Are you prepared to complete your 3 -5 minute short film in one year’s time for a premiere screening at the 14th edition of the Gimli Film Festival? If yes, we want you!

This course will cover voice and speech techniques as they apply to the performer and public speaker. At the heart of the work will be the discovery of habits which may interfere with students vocal communication.

If you'd like to stick a toe in the waters of acting, or your schedule is too jam-packed to commit to a whole year of classes, take a look at our eight week sessions!

You never stop growing as a professional actor, and these professional development workshops will keep your skills honed and refined.

The Gimli Film Festival (July 24 – 28) is calling for submissions. For the 2013 festival, Canadian filmmakers are encouraged to submit films (documentary or fiction) on DVD that are 60 minutes or longer and were completed after January 1, 2011. Submissions are being accepted until Friday April 19, 5 pm EST.

This program is designed to support the production of television and web-based projects that have an acceptable market trigger for broadcast or distribution and sufficient third party financing to complete the project. The fund provides financial support in the form of equity investments for producers to bring their projects to the screen.

The Winnipeg Film Group's Mosaic Women's Film Project is a special production support and film mentorship program to assist two women of Aboriginal or diverse cultural backgrounds* to produce a first or second independent short film or video. There are TWO awards available.

CBC in Canada is getting into branded entertainment and is calling on indie producers to hook up with marketers on new daytime and afternoon programming.

Congratulations to Jeremy Torrie who has been accepted at PERSPECTIVE CANADA in Cannes, a Telefilm Canada showcase at the upcoming Marché du Film at the Cannes Film Festival with the objective to increase the international exploitation of Canadian feature-length films

WIFT-T Development Incubator bursary opportunity for western Canadian writer/producer teams with a market-driven feature length project in development. One of the team members (writer or producer) must be a woman. Application deadline: Monday April 8.

Each year, the Festival du nouveau cinéma presents around 300 feature and short films, interactive works and performances from over 50 countries during 11 days of festivities, and offers over $30,000 in cash and services to the winners of the national and international competition.

Chaque année, le Festival du nouveau cinéma programme quelque 300 longs et courts métrages, œuvres interactives et performances d’une cinquantaine de pays durant ses 11 jours de festivités, et remet plus de 30 000 $ en argent et services aux lauréats de la compétition nationale et internationale.

This full day event is aimed at nurturing and developing your inner comedic talent (no matter your level or experience) and taking it to the screens: film, tv and of course the internet!

Paul Bronfman, Chairman/CEO of Comweb Corp. and leading equipment provider, William F. White International Inc., today announced a multimillion dollar investment in new production equipment and technologies as the company celebrates its 50th anniversary this year.

Deadline to register online ($419) is Thursday April 4th, 5:00pm EST. Registrations will still be accepted on site on Saturday April 6th. Seating is limited. Don't wait!

The Bell Broadcast and New Media Fund advances the Canadian broadcasting system by encouraging and funding the creation of excellent Canadian digital media, promoting partnerships and sustainable businesses in the broadcast and new media sectors, engaging in research and sharing knowledge and enhancing the national and international profiles of industry stakeholders.

This exciting two-day event takes place June 5 & 6, 2013 in Santa Monica, California. Realscreen West will bring together broadcast and cable executives, producers, agents and other stakeholders in the reality TV/factual entertainment industry for inspiration, discussion about the current state of reality TV and where it's going, and of course, networking.

Upcoming workshops at Video Pool Media Arts Centre.

Packing Up the Wagon: The Last Days of Wagon Wheel Lunch, executive produced by OSM member Cam Bennett and produced and directed by John Scoles and Mike Maryniuk, will screen at Hot Docs 2013.

OSM members Jaimz and Karen Asmundson's short film Citizens Against Basswood will sreen at Hot Docs 2013.

Upcoming Films and Events at the Winnipeg Film Group and Cinematheque.

Congratulations to Merit Motion Pictures which has 3 docs nominated at the The Yorkton Film Festival: Smarty Plants; Surviving :) The Teenage Brain and The Cheating Class.

APTN has a full-time opportunity for an experienced individual who will be responsible for coordinating and approving all deliverables within the Programming Department.

WIFT-TO is offering a fantastic opportunity for a producer/writer team from British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba or Saskatchewan to attend their Development Incubator (DI) workshop in Toronto. The DI provides an exclusive opportunity for teams to work with top producers, development executives and story editors on the development of feature film projects.

Le budget des programmes pour 2013-2014 a été établi à 360,7 millions de dollars. Cliquez ici pour plus d'informations. Les formulaires seront disponibles sur le site du FMC à la fin mars 2013. Des mises à jours ont été effectuées aux principes directeurs existants.
Le FMC va également lancer 2 programmes pour soutenir davantage les projets de médias numériques en 2013-2014.
Des précisions sur les enveloppes de rendement de chaque télédiffuseur seront affichées dans le site Internet du FMC à la mi-avril 2013.

The Canadian Arts Coalition (CAC) – a united national movement of artists, cultural workers, business leaders and volunteers – is hoping that no news is good news for arts and culture in Budget 2013.

La Coalition canadienne des arts (Coalition), un mouvement national regroupant artistes, travailleurs culturels, chefs d'entreprise et bénévoles, nourrit l’espoir que s’il n’y a rien de neuf pour les arts et la culture dans le Budget 2013, que ce soit malgré tout un statu quo pour le secteur.

Panels, round tables, case studies, receptions, one-on-one meetings… they were all part of ALL ACCESS 2013.
Panels, tables rondes, études de cas, réceptions et rencontres en tête-à-tête étaient au programme d'All Access 2013.

We were children will be playing on APTN North and HD, Sunday March 24 at 9pm.

Téléfilm Canada souhaite informer ses clients que pour l’exercice financier 2013-2014, la date d’ouverture pour les nouvelles demandes de financement de productions de langue française dont les budgets sont de 1,5 million de dollars et moins est le 3 mai 2013.

Astral's Harold Greenberg Fund (“Fund”), in association with premium pay television networks Astral's The Movie Network and Corus Entertainment's Movie Central, today announces the re-launch of the “Astral's Harold Greenberg Fund's Shorts-to-Features Program” to encourage emerging Canadian filmmaking talent.

Congratulations to Jeremy Torrie whose film Path of Souls has been selected by the Cine Las Americas International Film Festival taking place April 16-21, 2013 in Austin, Texas.

Upcoming Films and Events at the Winnipeg Film Group and Cinematheque:

Congratulations to Media RendezVous, Fadoo Productions and Downstream Pictures as their co-production "On The Edge: Road to the MasterCard Memorial Cup" has been nominated for several awards.

Strategic Partners International Film, Television and Multiplatform Co- production Market, Open to the World September 12-15, 2013/ Call for Applications (producers) and Registrations (non-producers) is now open – deadline JUNE 28th, 2013

There's just over two weeks left to save $100 off your pass to STREAM, the world’s first marketplace and conference for Internet TV originals. We are bringing the independent production community together with the leading Internet TV development executives, media agencies and brands to network, do business and learn how to work together more effectively.

HOT DOCS World Premiere — Special Ed — from Award- Winning Director John Paskievich; Produced by Spellburg Pictures Inc. and CSA Award-winners Merit Motion Pictures; Starring Ed Ackerman.

Hot Docs' 20th anniversary Festival, April 25 to May 5, will feature 205 official selections from 43 countries.

This article was published by the Winnipeg Free Press on March 15, 2013.

The CMF’s 2013-14 Program Budget is set at $360.7 million. Click here to read the press release. Application forms will be posted on the CMF website by the end of March, 2013. There have been technical updates to the existing program guidelines for 2013-14.
The CMF will also introduce two pilot programs to further support digital media projects during 2013-14.
Details about broadcasters performance envelopes are expected to be posted on the CMF website in mid-April, 2013

Shaw Media Reality and Factual Entertainment Showrunner Training Program wraps up this weekend – don’t miss out on four days of training and development for budding Canadian showrunners: Learn how to pitch your reality show from leaders in the business.
Shaw Media Writer's Apprentice Program also closes this weekend! This is an opportunity to receive a full pass to the festival and an exclusive opportunity to complete a two-week internship in the story department of a prime-time series.

The Shärt International Comedy Film Festival is delighted to announce that Andrew Bush of Picnicface fame and Lauren Ash of Second City will be joining Team Shärt on April 6th, 2013 in Winnipeg as part of the full day comedy workshop being offered. OSM MEMBERS GET A DEAL!

Join us for dinner at Peasant Cookery followed by a screening of Entre Les Bras (Step Up to the Plate). The film tells the story of an extraordinary gourmet French chef Michel Bras who decides to hand over his restaurant to his son Sebastian after 15 years. For $45 you will enjoy a three course meal and admission to the film.

Please join us at the Winnipeg Free Press News Café on Tuesday, March 19 at 7:30am for a media event featuring: the National Film Board's Chairperson Tom Perlmutter, Eagle Vision producer Lisa Meeches and director Tim Wolochatiuk.

They will discuss the creation of the film We Were Children – a locally made docu-drama that follows the story of two Aboriginal residential school survivors.

Le CCFM présente une sélection de 8 courts métrages dont plusieurs ont été primés et certains en sélection aux Oscars 2012, suivie d'une présentation de Jean-Pierre Desmarais.

The University of Manitoba speaker series Visionary Conversations is a forum where the University's leading minds share their insights on issues affecting our world and how the decisions we make today will shape our future. The topic under discussion next Wednesday March 20 is THE ARTS: FOUNDATION OF A VIBRANT COMMUNITY.

Upcoming Films and Events at the Winnipeg Film Group and Cinematheque:

Just a reminder that the deadline to apply to TRANS ATLANTIC PARTNERS (TAP) 2013 is March 25, 2013. Don't miss out—only 8 European, 8 Canadian and 8 US producers will be selected for this intensive three-module film training program. Three positions are also available within the program for producers from outside the US, Canada and Europe.

This article was published by Metro News Winnipeg on March 12, 2013.

Online video site Vimeo plans to allow users to start charging for people to see their content as rival YouTube works towards its own paid-for content plans.

NSI board and staff congratulate Liz Hover, Ursula Lawson, Melissa Kajpust and Lisa Meeches on their nominations for YMCA-YWCA Winnipeg Women of Distinction awards.

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) will present the world television premiere of We Were Children (Eagle Vision/eOne/National Film Board of Canada), a powerful documentary on the legacy of Canada's residential school system, on Tuesday, March 19 at 9:00 p.m. MT on APTN West, 9:00 p.m. ET on APTN East and APTN HD, and 9:00 p.m. CT on APTN North.

On March 8, Tactica welcomed Manitoba’s Premier Selinger to their offices. He was on a tour of world-class interactive digital media being produced right here in Manitoba.

Paula Kelly’s film Euphoria, produced by OSM member Brendon Sawatzky’s Inferno Pictures with the support of Manitoba Film & Music, Telefilm and Super Channel, is currently playing on Super Channel. Euphoria is Kelly’s first dramatic feature length film as a writer, director and producer and OSM recently spoke with her about the experience.

Les différents bénéfices que peuvent générer les initiatives de 2e écran pour les producteurs et les diffuseurs et les impacts de ces initiatives sur la chaîne de production en télévision sont au cœur du livre blanc Le 2e écran et télévision : Bénéfices et impacts. Ce rapport est le deuxième d’une série de trois rapports consacrés au phénomène du second écran.

The various benefits that can be generated for producers and broadcasters by second screen initiatives as well as the potential impacts of these initiatives on the television production chain are the focus of the white paper entitled The Second Screen and Television — Benefits and Impacts. This report is the second in a series of three white papers dedicated to the second screen phenomenon.

The federal government has fully implemented the Audiovisual Treaty Coproduction treaty, providing a big boost to Canadian television and film co-productions, Paul Calandra, the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Canadian Heritage announced at the Canadian Media Production Association’s annual Prime Time event on Ottawa on Thursday.

The Winnipeg Film Group is pleased to announce that Deco Dawson is the recipient of the 2013 Manitoba Film Hothouse Award, an award that recognizes the local directing talent Manitoba has right here at home

Online registration for Hot Docs 2013 is now open.

PERSPECTIVE CANADA_CANNES est une initiative de Téléfilm Canada grâce à laquelle 10 films canadiens seront présentés au Marché du Film du Festival de Cannes, dans le but d’accroître leur exploitation internationale.

PERSPECTIVE CANADA_CANNES is a Telefilm Canada initiative that showcases 10 recent Canadian films at the Cannes Festival Marché du Film with the aim of increasing their international exploitation.

OSM is partnering with Nordicity to develop an industry profile and economic impact assessment through a survey and we need to hear from you.

The inspiring story of Jack Layton is captured in JACK, a new movie airing on CBC Television this Sunday, March 10th, at 8 pm across the country (and 8:30 pm in Newfoundland).

Euphoria, a film by Paula Kelly, produced by Winnipeg's Inferno Pictures (Goon, Hunting Season, Mr. Hockey: the Gordie Howe Story) with support from Telefilm, Manitoba Film & Music and Super Channel will premiere on Super Channel, Wednesday, March 13, 2013. Euphoria, written and directed by Paula Kelly (Appassionata), has been four years in the making and is Kelly’s first dramatic feature length film as a writer, director and producer.

OSM members David Zellis, Shelly Anthis and Roger Boyer have entered their project Dark 4Rest in the CineCoup Film Accelator, a competition that awards up to $1 million in production financing for the winning project and a guaranteed release in Cineplex theatres in 2014.

Sean Garrity's thriller Blood Pressure opens Friday, tomorrow March 8th, 2013 at the Grant Park Cinema.

Upcoming Films and Events at the Winnipeg Film Group and Cinematheque:

Filmmakers who have finished films are invited to apply for the WFG's Marketing Fund, which offers up to $750 to assist in the promotion of independent Manitoba films.

The 5th edition of the Gimme Some Truth Documentary Festival will take place Thursday, March 14th - Sunday, March 17th. We are seeking volunteers to assist with the daily festival activities such as box office, door person, bartender, videographer and photographer. Volunteers will receive free admission to screenings.

Téléfilm Canada souhaite informer ses clients que le programme d’aide à la production du Fonds du long métrage du Canada pour les projets de langue anglaise a été modifié.

Telefilm Canada wishes to inform its clients that the Canada Feature Film Fund’s Production Program for English-language projects has been modified.

Téléfilm Canada accepte actuellement les inscriptions au nom du Festival International du Film de Karlovy Vary pour les séances de sélection de films canadiens à Montréal qui auront lieu du 8 au 10 avril 2013.

Telefilm Canada is currently accepting entries on behalf of the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival for the Montréal Selection Screenings to be held April 8 to April 10, 2013.

Post-Cinema
Still and Moving Images by Clint Enns
Exhibition: March 8, 2013 until April 5, 2013
Opening Reception: March 8 at 7pm

An Audio and Electronics Workshop Series by Vide Pool Media Arts Centre.

Early Bird Registration to TSC 2013 is now on until Friday March 8. This means you have until tomorrow to register for the early bird rate of $329, a $90 saving from the general rate of $419.

CBC is pleased to announce another season of Short Film Face Off and Short Shots and Manitoba filmmakers are invited to submit their films for prime time broadcast.

This article was published in The Winnipeg Free Press on March 5th, 2013.

Actra Manitoba invites you to their film festival and open house on Tuesday, March 12 at the IMAX Theatre - Portage Place.

Manitoba projects shone brightly at the Canadian Screen Awards last week, taking home seven awards including Best Comedy Program or Series and Best Direction in a Documentary Feature.

Les projets manitobains ont rayonné aux Écrans canadiens la semaine dernière en rempportant sept prix dont Best Comedy Program or Series et Best Direction in a Documentary Feature.

Early Bird Submissions will open February 11th, 2013 and run until March 11th, 2013. Final submission deadline is April 1st, 2013.

Co-produced and directed by OSM member Breanna Pirrelli (Toastbot Media), Manitoba Songfest is a televised song contest on Shaw TV with submissions from local musicians across Manitoba.

OSM member Fernando Dalayoan's Young Ligaw will be screening at the 31st Montreal International Film Festival on Art on March 17, 2013.

Winnipeg’s Erna Buffie won Best Direction in a Documentary Program or Series for the documentary “Smarty Plants: Uncovering the Secret World of Plant Behaviour” at the 2013 Canadian Screen Awards.

Cet article a été publié sur le site de QuébecSpot Media le 20 février 2013.

Téléfilm Canada sollicite présentement l'inscription de compagnies canadiennes pour le Marché du Film à Cannes, qui aura lieu du 15 au 24 mai 2013.

Telefilm Canada is currently accepting applications by Canadian companies for accreditation at the Marché du Film in Cannes, taking place May 15-24, 2013.

The following article was originally published in the Hollywood Reporter on February 27, 2013.

The CMPA is commencing the process of electing a new Board of Directors. All directors elected to the Board will serve for a two (2) year term from June 2013 until June 2015. Any member of the CMPA in good standing may provide their own nominees for the Board of Directors to the Nominating Committee by obtaining the signature of at least two (2) CMPA voting members who are in good standing on any such nomination.

The Canadian Media Production Association (CMPA) released an important new report today that examines how “discoverability” – the ability of audiences to find or discover video content online - has become a critical component for online success.

Hot Docs is thrilled to announced that it has been chosen as an Academy Award® qualifying festival for short documentaries (documentaries no longer than 40 minutes).

The deadline for the Strategic Partners' call for producer applications and industry registrations is June 28. Application/Registration forms are now available.

Want to get an audience for your original content? We’re looking to fill our 20-foot wide screen with homegrown talent at our first annual film fest tentatively scheduled for June 22, 2013.

The 17th Annual International Film Festival for Kids of All Ages: Freeze Frame will be held March 3rd to 10th, 2013 at the Centre culturel franco-manitobain (Franco-Manitoban Cultural Centre).

Le 17ème Festival international de films pour enfants de tous âges : Freeze Frame aura lieu du 3 au 10 mars 2013 au Centre culturel franco-manitobain.

On March 8, The Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce officially turns 140 and we have an extra special event planned to celebrate!

Upcoming Films and Events at the Winnipeg Film Group and Cinematheque:

The Shärt International Comedy Festival is offering to all OSM member filmmakers the chance to submit at early bird pricing right up till festival close. $20 for shorts 1 -20 min, and just $5 for our under 1 minute category.

The National Screen Institute – Canada (NSI) announces the teams selected to 2013 NSI Drama Prize, NSI’s short film training course.

As we do in February of each year, we are asking you to consider your love of cinema and the positive experiences you've had at the Winnipeg Film Group and Cinematheque, and to consider making a donation at LoveWFG.com.

Winnipeg-based Barry Lank c.s.c. and Ian Kerr c.s.c. have been nominated for the 2013 Robert Brooks Award for Cinematography for their work on Smarty Plants produced by Merit Motion Pictures!

Reid Dickie's new 47-minute docudrama The Lonesomes will be screened at the Portage Place IMAX on Monday, March 4 at 7pm.

The official CineCoup launch is two weeks away. EEK! When we flip the switch on February 28 at 9pm EST, the trailers will go live and filmmakers will begin bootstrapping their campaigns to package their projects and build equity with audiences. Like other entrepreneurs, they'll have to be resourceful and creative to gain traction in the CineCoup Film Accelerator.

The second annual Asinabka Festival will be taking place in Ottawa, Ontario, July 24-28, 2012. The Festival is currently seeking works from independent filmmakers, and any film or video that tells First Nations, Métis, or Inuit stories, or focuses on international Indigenous issues, is eligible.

Le Fonds des médias du Canada (FMC) a annoncé aujourd’hui le mécanisme établi pour recenser les données sur les ventes brutes concernant tous les projets télévisuels et médias numériques des volets convergent et expérimental du FMC.

The Canada Media Fund (CMF) today announced a mechanism for officially recording data on gross sales for all television and digital media projects supported in the CMF Convergent and Experimental streams.

Téléfilm Canada est heureuse d’annoncer la nomination de madame Sylvie L’Écuyer au poste de directrice, Stratégie et recherche et chef du bureau de gestion des projets, à compter du 1er avril 2013.

Telefilm Canada is pleased to announce that Sylvie L’Écuyer has been appointed to the position of Director, Strategy and Research and Project Management Officer, effective April 1, 2013.

Telefilm Canada is currently soliciting applications from Canadian production and distribution companies for MIPTV 2013. MIPTV is an international market for funding, co-producing, buying and selling entertainment products intended for all platforms. MIPTV offers greater opportunities for meeting people, enjoying visibility, and experiencing a wide range of distribution platforms than any other industry event in the world

Téléfilm Canada accepte présentement les inscriptions pour les sociétés canadiennes de production et de distribution désirant participer au MIPTV 2013. Le MIPTV est un marché international dédié au financement, à la coproduction, à l'achat et à la vente de produits de divertissement destinés à toutes les plateformes. Les possibilités de rencontre, la visibilité et l'éventail des plateformes de distribution y sont plus importants que dans n'importe quel autre événement de l'industrie dans le monde.

Animation rétro-éclairage avec Valentine Martin : Un atelier pour la formation continue d’animateurs(trices)
Venez assister à cet atelier présenté en partenariat avec On Screen Manitoba et l’association Cumulo Nimbus de Toulouse en France.

Reel Jobz / Opportunité industRÉEL
A youth based networking event powered by media, art and creativity for ages 14-1.
Un événement de réseautage pour jeunes (14 à 19 ans) propulsée par les médias, l’art et la créativité.

Taking place on the first Monday of the Festival, International Co-Production Day features networking opportunities and special presentations by Hot Docs’ Official Delegations. The ultimate goal of this day-long gathering of Canadian and international producers is to spark and facilitate new co-production opportunities among attending delegates.

The Canadian Screen Awards are just around the corner, you can now own the triple nominated "Smarty Plants" on DVD.

Gimme Some Truth is a unique, four day documentary forum that includes panel discussions, master lectures, workshops and special screenings – all intended to provide filmmakers and audiences alike the opportunity to discuss creative, ethical and technical issues related to the documentary form.

February 21, 2013, February 28, 2013
WFG Cinematheque, 100 Arthur St.
Admission per screening $8 or $6 for MAWA members with membership card
Co-presented by MAWA and the WFG Cinematheque, with support from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

Freeze Frame International Film Festival for Kids of all Ages will be showcasing quality local talent during its 17th instalment...the longest running international film festival in Manitoba!

Prime Time in Ottawa returns March 6-8, 2013, with international speaker Chris Dodd (former US Senator and current Chairman and CEO of the Motion Picture Association of America), on-trend panel discussions and great networking opportunities for film, television and digital media communities. Conference delegates will also have the opportunity to hear from the new CRTC Chairperson, Jean-Pierre Blais as well as enjoy a night of comedy with fellow delegates and speakers at Licenced to Laugh.

IFP's Filmmaker Labs, a mentorship program for first-time directors, is seeking feature film submissions in post-production (anywhere from rough assembly through fine cut) for this year's program.

Upcoming Films and Events at the Winnipeg Film Group and Cinematheque:

The RFP, which is an open and competitive call to filmmakers of all ages and experience levels, will continue until March 1, 2013. In 2012, the first new Heritage Minutes in nearly 7 years were created by Fifth Town Films, who won an RFP competition to re-launch the new generation of Minutes to Canadians.

The Firearms Safety & Handling Actors Workshop is designed specifically to teach actors about firearms safety, handling and authenticity. It will teach you to be safer and more comfortable when handling firearms on set and how to look like you really know what you are doing with a gun in your hand.

This article was published on omg! TV's website (Yahoo) on February 12, 2013.

Winnipeg Adventure Film Festival launches with internationally renowned climber Sonnie Trotter, March 5, Park Theatre.

Téléfilm Canada accepte présentement des soumissions pour son programme Talent tout court au Marché du Film qui a lieu en même temps que le Festival de Cannes 2013.

Telefilm Canada is currently accepting submissions for its program Not Short on Talent at the Marché du Film which runs parallel to the Cannes Film Festival 2013.

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DOC Winnipeg held its Annual General Meeting Thursday, January 13, 2013.

Quatre projets manitobains ont été décernés six nominations pour le Writer’s Guild of Canada’s 2013 Screenwriting Awards. Parmis les séléctionnés, on retrouve les documentaire Surviving:) The Teenage Brain (Robert Lower) et We Were Children (Jason Sherman) tous deux produits au Manitoba, ainsi que les comédies pour la télévision Less Than Kind (Denis McGrath, Mark McKinney et Kim Coghill) et Todd and the Book of Pure Evil (Ian Malone, Charles Picco et Craig David Wallace).
 

Four Manitoba projects have landed six nominations for the Writer’s Guild of Canada’s 2013 Screenwriting Awards. Those recognized include locally produced documentaries Surviving:) The Teenage Brain (Robert Lower) and We Were Children (Jason Sherman), as well as TV Comedies Less Than Kind (Denis McGrath, Mark McKinney and Kim Coghill) and Todd and the Book of Pure Evil (Ian Malone, Charles Picco and Craig David Wallace).

Ryan Amadore will be showing his audio/visual installation in·ter·me·di·ate. Opening in the studio tomorrow evening and will be up over the weekend, come on down and check it out!

The Toronto Screenwriting Conference (TSC) is a two-day weekend event that brings together screen-based industry professionals and offers them advanced education and skills development unparalleled by any other screenwriting event.

Coming to Hot Docs with a project in development, production or completion? Registered industry delegates can take advantage of the new pitch-meeting services at this year's Festival. Applications for both services accepted starting February 19, 2013.

Alors que le budget provincial 2013 vient d’être rédigé, MACA vous invite à envoyer un message important à la province du Manitoba : Maintenez les investissements actuels dans secteur des arts et de la culture.

As the 2013 provincial budget is developed, MACA invites you to send the Province of Manitoba an important message: maintain the current investment in the arts and cultural sector.

On Screen Manitoba’s ALL ACCESS 2013 industry forum will take place March 18 - 20 at The Fairmont Winnipeg. The theme is The Multi Screen Experience: Exploring Opportunities for Linear and Non-Linear Storytelling.

Le colloque ALL ACCESS 2013 présenté par On Screen Manitoba se déroulera au Fairmont Winnipeg du 18 au 20 mars 2013 sous le thème L'expérience multi-écrans: Explorer les opportunités de la narration linéaire et non-linéaire.

For this one-day advanced camera workshop, the instructors will take participants through a hands-on technical run-down of 5 current cinematic camera set-ups, including the newly released Blackmagic Cinema Camera.

Frustration and profound disappointment is the only way to describe the reaction of industry representatives on the board of the Saskatchewan Media Production Industry Association (SMPIA).

Upcoming Films and Events at the Winnipeg Film Group and Cinematheque:

The Toronto Screenwriting Conference (TSC) has officially opened the call for applications to the Telefilm Canada New Voices Award.

This article written by Randall King was published in The Winnipeg Free Press in February, 8, 2013.

The National Screen Institute – Canada (NSI) is now accepting applications for the NSI New Voices course. Applications must be received by Thursday, March 21, 2013.

Le conseil d’administration et l’équipe de Téléfilm Canada se réjouissent du renouvellement du mandat de Carolle Brabant, annoncé aujourd’hui par l’honorable James Moore, ministre du Patrimoine canadien et des Langues officielles. Madame Brabant avait été nommée à titre de directrice générale de Téléfilm pour un premier mandat de trois ans en 2010.

The Board of Directors and team at Telefilm Canada are very pleased with the announcement of the renewal of Carolle Brabant's mandate made today by The Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages. Ms. Brabant was appointed to an initial three-year term as Executive Director of Telefilm in 2010.

This article written by Carson Hammond was published in The Uniter on February 7th.

This is your opportunity to take the stage and be recognized as one of the great TEDx influencers!

Secret Handshake is hosting a one-day event called "Goodwork" on Saturday March 9, 2013. We're looking for volunteers who are excited to join in and complete a mini-project for one of these great non-profits.

The hilarious caper comedy Foodland follows a naive grocery clerk who finds himself an unwilling accomplice in a robbery. This indie film was shot and produced in Winnipeg and earned OSM members, Adam Smoluk (screenwriter and director) and Juliette Hagopian (producer and executive producer) critical acclaim.

As a Videographer for English Television, you will perform tasks as a specialist in production while actively contributing creatively to programming by frequently composing distinctive visuals within the scope and time constraints of the program.

Upcoming Films and Events at the Winnipeg Film Group and Cinematheque:

This article written by Shane Gibson was originally published in Metro News on February 5th, 2013.

What skills are needed on an Interactive Digital Media Team? After extensive consultation with Interactive Digital Media (IDM) Team workers and employers across the country, CHRC is releasing an IDM Team Competency Chart to answer that question.

Have you written a screenplay but know that it needs improvement? Would you like guidance as you revise your story structure and character development? Would you like to make your screenplay more compelling and more likely to attract talent?

This workshop will help you improve your writing through a series of targeted rewriting exercises. Participants must bring a completed (or mostly completed) first draft screenplay that they will revise throughout the class.

“The Art and Craft of the Director” is a 2-day intensive workshop with award winning director Sean Garrity (INerTia, Lucid, Zooey and Adam, My Awkward Sexual Adventure, Blood Pressure) that discusses Film Directing tips and techniques. This course is designed for any Filmmaker who wants to know the answer to the question, “How do I become a successful, working film director?”

La Résidence du Festival des films de Cannes à Paris accepte présentement les inscriptions pour son programme de résidence d’octobre 2013.

The Residence of the Festival de Cannes in Paris is currently accepting entries for its October 2013 program.

Le Festival de Cannes accepte présentement des inscriptions pour les courts métrages.

The Cannes Film Festival is presently accepting submissions for short films.

D FILMS is proud to announce MAD SHIP will open theatrically in Toronto and Vancouver on March 29th, 2013 with further expansion nationwide in the following weeks. The announcement was made today by D Films’ Vice-President of Marketing and Development, Michael Robson.

Online industry registration for the 2013 Hot Docs Festival opens February 6, at early-bird pricing.

This article written by Brad Oswald was originally published in The Winnipeg Free Press on February, 2d, 2013.

“Profile 2012: An Economic Report on the Screen-based Production Industry in Canada,” published by the Canadian Media Production Association (CMPA).

"Profil 2012: Rapport économique sur l'industrie de la production de contenu sur écran au Canada" a été rendu public par Canadian Media Production Association (CMPA)

This interview of Danishka Esterhazy written by Jessica Pignaffo was first published on La penna di Kat on february 4, 2013.

NO MAN CAN DEFINE ME: THE FILMS OF WINSTON WASHINGTON MOXAM

Fri Feb 1, 2013 at 7:00 PM

Manitoba Film & Music and the West End Cultural Centre present an exclusive concert opportunity as part of our 25th Anniversary celebrations:

Are you ready to stop acting and start being real in your work?

Listen. Be present and interesting. Be prepared. Book the job. It is that easy.

Scene Study Workshop (ACTRA)
Featuring Gary Yates, Director

Registration Deadline – February 25, 2013, at 4 pm

Editing for Television
Featuring Paul Day, C.C.E.

March 2 & 3 | 10 am – 6 pm | $100
Red River College, 160 Princess Street – P318

This class will be a theoretical and hands-on approach to editing a network television series. The instructor will discuss the development of the narrative, technical and collaborative skills with attention placed on story and creative analysis.

Script Development Workshop
Featuring Ken Chubb, Story Editor

February 23 & 24 | $100
10 am – 4 pm | Red River College, 160 Princess Street – Room W411

The following article is the latest game review column from OSM member Danishka Esterhazy that was originally published in the Winnipeg Free Press on January 31, 2013.

Tactica Interactive invites you to bring your laptop, your tablet, you smartphone & GET SOCIAL!

The following article was written by Etan Vlessing and originally published in The Hollywood Reporter on January 31, 2013.

The following article was written by Etan Vlessing and originally published in The Hollywood Reporter on January 23, 2013.

Business Affairs for Film and Television
Featuring Business Affairs Specialist & Producer Colette Johnson-Vosberg

By Trevor Suffield

Tamara Gorski is back home.

The Banff World Media Festival is thrilled to partner with On Screen Manitoba again for 2013. This year, Banff is happening from June 9-12^th in the stunning Rockie Mountains and you need to be there! Here’s a look at what we’ve already announced.

In today's work environment, communication between managers and employees is the key to success. How to properly supervise your coworkers in today's workplace plays a big role in whether you can earn your coworkers respect, how efficient the day-to-day operations will run, and how successful your production or company will be. 

On Screen Manitoba is pleased to announce its partnership with The Banff World Media Festival and Prime Time in Ottawa.

OSM is pleased to announce that transmedia expert, Jeff Gomez, will be the keynote speaker at our annual All Access conference March 18-20, 2013.

Representatives from Telefilm Canada will be in Winnipeg on Monday, February 4. Please see the invitation from Telefilm Canada below then RSVP to Michael by Friday, February 1 to confirm your attendance.

Des représentants de Téléfilm Canada seront à Winnipeg le lundi 4 février. Veuillez consulter l'invitiation de Téléfilm Canada ci-dessous et confirmer votre présence à Michael avant le vendredi 1er février.

Doc Accelerator is an innovation program designed to help 50 aspiring documentary filmmakers take their careers to the next level. Get exclusive access to Hot Docs and take part in a powerful workshop series from some of the industry’s best and brightest. Plus it’s FREE.

The Lindalee Tracey Award honours an emerging Canadian filmmaker with a passionate point of view, a strong sense of social justice, and joie de vivre.

Congratulations to OSM member Shelagh Carter and the cast and crew of Passionflower which has recently been selected to screen at the the Sedona International Film Festival.

Upcoming Films and Events at the Winnipeg Film Group and Cinematheque:

Youth Media Alliance (YMA) today announced the launch of its English - language Awards of Excellence. This edition of the awards will honour achievement in TV programming and digital content for young viewers over the past two years.

Keri Putnam, Executive Director, Sundance Institute, and Cathy Schulman, President, Women In Film Los Angeles, announced today the results of a first-of-its-kind research study examining gender disparity in American independent film. The study is part of a collaboration between Sundance Institute and Women In Film Los Angeles to support independent female filmmakers. Results were shared at a gathering of film and industry leaders at the 2013 Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah.

Short filmmakers – you could win up to $4,500 in prize money through the National Screen Institute’s Online Short Film Festival. Submissions are being accepted until Monday, April 1, 2013 at 4:30 p.m. CT.

Sound Strategy Music has launched a new service for Manitoba film, TV and documentary makers: Music Placement.

If you are sourcing music for your next film or TV project, why not stay local? Sound Strategy is a Winnipeg-based entertainment company specializing in placing songs into Manitoba productions. We work with any music budget, large or small, and provide top quality music created by some of Manitoba's best musical acts. From film, commercials, trailers, TV, video, to online media, let us provide the perfect music for that special scene.

*Introductory Bonus for OSM Members:

The highly-anticipated biopic JACK, tells the inspirational story of the late New Democratic Party Leader, Jack Layton, Sunday, March 10 at 8 p.m. (6 pm CST) on CBC Television. JACK captures the life and times of the late politician, whose historic election campaign while battling cancer captured the attention of the nation.

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) has submitted an application to renew its licence to the Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC).

Le Réseau de télévision des peuples autochtones (APTN) a demandé au Conseil de la radiodiffusion et des télécommunications canadiennes (CRTC) de renouveler sa licence.

The Government of Canada announced new funding to support recent graduates in Manitoba to help them gain the skills, knowledge and experience they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by Dr. Kellie Leitch, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

We recently kicked off the new NSI Aboriginal Documentary course. As part of training, we’ve asked students to write a daily blog post during their two week classroom session.

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network is pleased to announce the release of a Request for Proposals for Aboriginal Language project proposals with an emerging Aboriginal director attached to the production, and for Aboriginal Language series programming.

Le Fonds TV5 pour la création numérique s’adresse aux créateurs canadiens de 18 à 35 ans faisant partie de la relève en vidéo et nouvelles technologies.

This article written by Randall King was originally published in The Winnipeg Free Press on Wednesday 23, 2012.

Pour soumettre une intervention/observation/réponse de l'intimé, cliquez le bouton Soumettre associé au numéro d’avis/de demande/de référence pour laquelle votre intervention/observation/réponse s’applique.

To submit an intervention/comment/answer by respondent, click the Submit button associated with the notice/application/reference number for which your intervention/comment/answer applies.

Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety, announced $283,000 in federal funding awarded to five Winnipeg arts groups: Kidsfest ($100,000); the Winnipeg Comedy Festival ($50,000); The Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra ($75,000); Virtuosi Concerts ($18,000) and Storyline FX ($40,000), Freeze Frame's film festival for kids.

We have a few more winter screenings scheduled in the coming months, returning to BC, Alberta and Ontario, and our first event in the UK is the Glasgow Film Festival where there will be live music accompanying the screening of Treasures from the Far Fur Country!

Thousands of film industry professionals packed into a warehouse at a North Vancouver studio Tuesday night as part of a growing movement to save B.C.’s film industry.

Frank Digital is seeking a motivated, dynamic individual to fill the role of Accounting Assistant / Project Coordinator. If you possess excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast paced, creative environment, this may be the opportunity you have been waiting for!

Submissions to The Doc Shop 2013 are now being accepted.

Le lundi 21 janvier, le CRTC a rendu publique la demande de TV5 Québec Canada visant à modifier la licence de la chaîne TV5 pour lui permettre de diffuser deux services sous une même licence : le TV5 actuel qui continuera d'offrir dans sa grille une grande composante de la production télévisuelle en provenance de la francophonie internationale et la nouvelle chaîne UNIS, dont la mission sera de refléter toute la diversité de la francophonie canadienne et qui consacrera au moins 75 % de sa programmation à des émissions canadiennes conçues, réalisées et produites par les francophones d'ici.

Planet in Focus is now accepting submissions for the 14th Annual Planet in Focus Environmental Film Festival taking place October 9-13, 2013 in Toronto, Ontario at the TIFF Bell Lightbox.

La 6e saison de Pour un soir seulement, produite par Les Productions Rivard et enregistrée l'an dernier pendant le Festival du Voyageur est maintenant présentée à la Télévision de Radio-Canada dans l'Ouest.

Upcoming Films and Events at the Winnipeg Film Group and Cinematheque:

Aesthetica Short Film Festival 2013 is now open for entries, and we would love to hear from filmmakers from Manitoba!

This article was published in The Vancouver Sun on January 10, 2013.

Playback and Strategy are joining forces to bring the top media players together for a unique show and tell forum designed to help brands and their partners forge effective and compelling content plans.

Andrew Wall's docudrama Champion City: The 1896 Winnipeg Victorias, produced by Farpoint Films, will screen at the Forks in Winnipeg on February 8th as part of the Canadian Sport Film Festival.

Congratulations to OSM member Merit Entertainment Inc for selling the U.S. broadcast rights for Smarty Plants: Uncovering the Secret World of Plant Behaviour to PBS Nature.

Congratulations to Steve Langston whose film Riding North will premiere nationally on RadX on January 29th, 2013.

Congratulations to OSM member Kevin Nikkel whose film Treasures from the Far Fur Country has been selected by the Glasgow Film Festival.

On Screen Manitoba members had much to celebrate in 2012. Numerous productions were screened and won awards at festivals around the world, confirming the scope of talent in Manitoba. Here is a small sampling of 2012 OSM member accomplishments.

This year’s Canadian Screen Awards will host a large delegation from the heart of the continent. Manitobans and Manitoba projects have been nominated for a total of 36 Canadian Screen Awards.

MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC is pleased to announce the 2013 - 2014 Television and Web-Based program deadline. The deadline has been set as follows:

The Unions and Guilds representing those working in BC’s film and television industry are united in calling on the BC Liberal Government to take immediate action to save an industry which has been a major employer and driver of the BC economy for more than two decades.

Congratulations to the Juliette Hagopian, Sean Garrity, Jonas Chernick and the cast & crew of My Awkward Sexual Adventure for being chosen to compete in the 28th annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival.

The Indie Fest is an independent, top-tier international awards competition. We invite entries from filmmakers, television producers, videographers and new media creators.

More on attempts by the embattled BC film industry to get more support from government and put Hollywood North back on a level playing field.
 

Alain Delannoy is one of Winnipeg’s finest animators. Currently teaching a multimedia course at the Université de Saint-Boniface he has created an excellent body of hand crafted animated works over the last 17 years. They reveal a creative mind which is restless, philosophical and searching.

The evening featuring 4 of Danielle Sturk's films will conclude with the premiere of her newest work Kyden in 7 Movements, a deeply personal profile of a five year old named Kyden who lives with a rare form of muscular dystrophy and the unique bond he shares with his mother and sister.

Web analytics is not just a tool for measuring web traffic but can be used as a tool for business and market research, and to assess and improve the effectiveness of a web site. Website Measurement provides information about the number of visitors to a website and the number of page views. It helps gauge traffic and popularity trends which is useful for market research.

The Canadian Film Centre's Cineplex Entertainment Film Program is now accepting submissions for our 2013 program.

Upcoming Films and Events at the Winnipeg Film Group and Cinematheque:

The following article was originally published on the Global Regina website on January 15, 2013.

THE AMAZING RACE CANADA is looking for dynamic and enthusiastic teams of two who are articulate, competitive, interesting, outgoing, and adventurous, who possess a strong personal connection.

The Skip City International D-Cinema Festival is currently accepting applications for its 2013 edition.

Congratulations to OSM members Frantic Films, Buffalo Gal Pictures, Merit Motion Pictures and Norma Bailey for their combined 25 nominations in TV at the Canadian Screen Awards, as well as Buffalo Gal Pictures (Mad Ship), Lisanne Pajot and James Swirsky (Indie Game: The Movie), Deco Dawson (Keep A Modest Head) and Inferno Pictures (Goon) for their combined 9 nominations in Film.

La série Motel Monstre dont le directeur de la photographie est le membre d'OSM Gabriel Levesque, est diffusée TFO.

Thursday, January 24 at 5:45 PM
Enjoy a film and food inspired night with dinner at Peasant Cookery followed by a screening of Ping Pong! For $45 you will enjoy a three course meal as well as admission to the film. To purchase tickets, please call Kristy at 925-3456, ext 106.

Video Pool Media Arts Centre presents:
1000 050
Arts Birthday
Thursday January 17th, 2013
 

Red Czarina Productions is proud to announce a new staging of William Shakespeare’s HAMLET directed by Ashley Hirt.

ImagineNATIVE and the NFB are looking for audacious, innovative, socially relevant interactive media works. Proposals can be for works in any digital medium and genre, including interactive documentary, mobile and locative media, interactive animation, interactive photo essay, data visualization and physical installation. The project needs to be realizable within a $30K – $50K budget range.
 

Congratulaitions to Jonas Chernick of My Awkward Sexual Adventure which was produced by OSM member Juliette Hagopian, for being nominated for 2013 ACTRA Award for Outstanding Male Performance.

Nordicity’s analysis of public funding of screen-based production in Canada shows that the Prairie Provinces get lower than average funding on a per capita basis when compared to the national average. The study, Analysis of Regional, Francophone and Aboriginal Production in the Prairie Provinces, was commissioned by On Screen Manitoba (OSM) in collaboration with Alberta Media Production Industries Association (AMPIA) and Saskatchewan Motion Picture Industry Association (SMPIA).

Super Channel, Canada’s only national English pay television network, is pleased to announce the winners of its Feature Documentary Award for 2012.

The following article was originally published in the Business In Vancouver website on January 10, 2013.

2013 marks the 30th Anniversary of the Winnipeg Film Group’s Cinematheque!

On Screen Manitoba has several exciting industry sessions planned for the months of January and February.

Sign Up & Stand Up - Winnipeg Premiere

On Screen Manitoba is pleased to partner with Film Training Manitoba and DOC Winnipeg to present a two-day workshop with story consultant Tom Schlesinger on February 9 and 10.

Entertainment One Ltd. says its board has given final approval to a $225 million takeover of Alliance Films.

The purchase of Alliance from Goldman Sachs Capital Partners and Investissement Quebec has been approved by the Canadian Competition Bureau last week.

On January 9, 2013, the Canada Media Fund, Telefilm Canada and the CRTC (Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission) announced the creation of a Working Group resulting from industry leaders’ feedback at the Symposium on the Promotion of Canadian Films and Television Programs in Canada and Internationally.

Upcoming Films and Events at the Winnipeg Film Group and Cinematheque:

Do you meet the criteria?

• Between ages of 18 to 30 years

Learn how to reach your audience using online marketing!

Digital marketing for people in media.

The following article about Winnipeg filmmaker Ryan McKenna's feature debut, The First Winter, which screens at Cinematheque this weekend, was originally published on the CBC Manitoba Scene website on January 9. 

Don't miss the opportunity to meet Canadian filmmaker, Zacharias Kunuk, on Tuesday, January 22. Come and join him for lunch at 12 p.m. or for a 30-minute one-on-one meeting between 2 to 4 p.m. for a chance to discuss your projects.

After a very successful fall session, award-winning filmmaker and actor Tamara Gorski will be conducting another BOOT CAMP for actors of all levels who wish to learn the particular techniques and 'no non-sense approach' to working as an actor in three months. 

Do not lose a booking because you sound Canadian. You must train, develop and maintain your Standard American speaking voice.

A complete immersion in the art and craft of dramatic filmmaking, the Cineplex Entertainment Film Program offers residents the opportunity to hone their talent, while building strategic relationships in the industry. Over five-and-a-half months, producers, editors, writers and directors are joined by illustrious storytellers and industry professionals who inspire, question and challenge our filmmakers to elevate their craft.

66TH FESTIVAL DE CANNES 2013
Cannes, France
May 15 to 26, 2013

We are excited to receive your work to the 2013 edition of the Toronto Animation Arts Festival International. We are now accepting both International and local shorts and feature-length submissions of all genres and techniques!

As the year draws to an end we can’t help but take a look back and remember the many events that rocked thedigital media world in 2012. Here are our favourite stories which present an overview of the phenomena that helped shape audiovisual content production in the last 12 months. We’ll see you back here in early 2013 when we make our predictions on the key trends for the coming year.

16th Shanghai International Film Festival
Shanghai, China, June 15 to 23, 2013

Call for Entries
Film - Television - New Media

Deadline: February 08, 2013

To celebrate the start of 2013 we’re bringing you five films this week in the NSI Online Short Film Festival.

The following article featuring OSM member Andrew Wall was originally published in The Metro on December 26, 2012.

A CAT IN PARIS

2010 | FRANCE | 70 MIN | (French w/ English subtitles)
SUN MAR 3 – 2:00 PM

IN SEARCH OF THE CASTAWAYS

1962 | USA | 98 MIN
SUN FEB 24 – 2:00 PM

Claymation is a treat for anyone. Make your own monkey and props out of clay and watch them come to life with stop motion animation. The animations will be shown after the screening!

Get inspired by Art City and create your very own city…with art! Our friends from EDGE gallery will be there to help you build your city and Freeze Frame facilitators will record your every move with pictures to make a cool animated video. The animations will be shown after the screening!

You can help create and ride EDGE Gallery’s rendition of Valcor in our Pixelation workshop. Imagine yourself flying through the sky on your very own dragon. The animations will be shown after the screening!

This time, you can’t tell your kids not to play with junk. With the help of Freeze Frame, you will create a stop motion animation videos that will give life to otherwise trashed objects. Create your very own Iron Giant! The animations will be shown after the screening!

Our Freeze Frame facilitators will finally have a perfect excuse to create an “underwater” animation that Captain Nemo would be proud of. With BIG ANIMATION you become the star and can put your creativity to work with submarine props created by you and artists from EDGE gallery. The animations will be shown after the screening!

For this BIG ANIMATION workshop our Freeze Frame facilitators will create some colourful props to make you the character in your own Beatles-inspired animation.

Looking for something creative and fun to do this winter?

Freeze Frame will be presenting special workshops before select films during Cabin Fever at Cinematheque. Are you a fan of the Beatles? Be a character in a Beatles-inspired animation then see the classic “Yellow Submarine”! Love “The Iron Giant”? Create animation with junk then see the film! Our friends from the EDGE Gallery will be providing even more creativity to some of our workshops!

The following article was written by Glen Schaefer and was originally published on The Province website on December 28, 2012.

Miss the early bird deadline for the 2013 Yorkton Film Festival? If you're a Manitoba filmmaker, you can still take advantage our early bird rate till January 18th. For more information please email: info@goldensheafawards.com.

CANADIAN VIDEOGAME SHOWCASE AT THE GAME DEVELOPERS CONFERENCE (GDC)
San Francisco, USA
March 25-29, 2013

New Million Dollar Neighbourhood Home Challenge Facebook app offers viewers advice on how to increase their net worth from ‘their future selves’

Congratulations to OSM members Frantic Films, Tactica Interactive Communications, and co-creator Tammy Marlowe-Johnson, for the official selection of their web series, Verdict, to the Los Angeles Web Film Festival.

ACTING FOR WRITERS AND DIRECTORS
(Audition/Interview required) Instructor - John B. Lowe

6 weeks - January 29 to March 05, 2013
Tuesday, 7:00pm–10:00pm Course Code W04

ADVANCED ACTING ON CAMERA
(Audition/Interview required) Instructor - John B. Lowe

10 weeks – January 17 to March 21, 2013
Thursday, 7:00pm–10:00pm Course Code W03

ACTING ON CAMERA – SCENE STUDY
(Audition/Interview required) Instructor - John B. Lowe (and guests)

OSM member and veteran actor, John B. Lowe will be teaching 3 Film and television classes at Prairie Theatre Exchange THEATRE & FILM School in January:

Frantic Films' and Mid Canada Production Services television commercial production divisions join forces