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Hello Memborinos!
Tonight is First Fridays at Don Pedro's - Authentic Mexican Grill. The wonderful people at Don Pedro's love us so much, they are offering us drink specials every First Friday. Today's special is a $1 off a pint of draught beer. We've realized that we don't have a license to hold raffles, so we won't be selling tickets. This means OSM and WFG Members attending First Fridays today can enter a draw to win a Panasonic Blu-ray Player, courtesy of MidCan!
Now that I've got your attention, our Marketing and Membership Manager has an important message she'd like to share with you.
Dear Members,
As of October it will have been one year since our Communications Coordinator, Gemma Manangan, began working as part of team OSM. During her time here she has taken the communications of our association to another level, setting the bar higher than anticipated. We have watched her evolve and grow into her position, making it her own.
Communications Coordinator Gemma at Gimli Film Festival 2010
She has come a long way since the first interview she conducted, which I remember her being very nervous about (but would never admit to). Now that part of her job is second nature to her and her natural skills are reflected in the quality of content she is creating and sharing with our members and stakeholders.
Gemma is very passionate about her job and the MB screen-based media industry. She genuinely wants to learn more and strives to help our members build their businesses & careers...she just “gets it”. She goes above and beyond, delivering every time. She is smart, intuitive, sweet and soooo funny! She makes me laugh so hard my cheeks hurt! She is my right hand girl. She is my friend.
Which is why, as I write this my eyes are filling with tears, as I prepare to let you all know that Gemma will be leaving the association mid October to expand her horizons...in Australia! Although she will be terribly missed, we wish her all the best.
I encourage you to wish her luck and to send her any kind words you may have.
Thanks for all your hard work! :0)
Megan Deaust
Marketing & Membership Manager
On Screen Manitoba
Yes my dear friends, it's all true. Come late October, I will be leaving my post here as Communications Coordinator to give things a go down under, in the land of Dingos and Kangaroos...Australia. Parting is such sweet sorrow, and I am so honored by this message Megan has wrote; it has left me all teary eyed.
The CMF Industry Consulation 2010 in Winnipeg will take place this Wednesday, September 8th in the afternoon (official time to be released soon). If you haven't registered yet, click here.
Holy Job Postings! OSM is on a hiring frenzy, Batman.
With Tara leaving to pursue her MBA, we've released the job posting for the position of Executive Director. Even though I am leaving, the newsletter must go on...along with our other communications! We've put up the job posting for Communications Coordinator, so if you like to communicate, please share your resume with us.
Since everybody loves programs, we're looking to hire a Francophone Program Coordinator to help develop and manage our Francophone strategy. And there is still time left for those of you interested to apply for the position of Aboriginal Program Coordinator.
DEADLINES & EVENTS AT A GLANCE:
September 3
Delegate registration deadline for WNDX. More information available here.
September 7
Lank/Beach production Rosh Hashanah:
The Day of Judgement airs on VisionTV. More information available here.
September 7
Frantic Films' reality show 'Princess' premieres on Slice Network. More information available here.
September 8
CMF Industry Consultation Session in Winnipeg. More information available here.
September 8
Submission deadline for the 2nd Annual WFG 90 Second Quickie. More information available here.
September 8
Early bird registration deadline for the Branded Entertainment Forum. More information available here.
September 10
Deadline to register and receive 25% off nextMEDIA Toronto. More information available here.
September 10-12
FTM presents Advanced Audition Techniques with Jackie Lind Workshop. More information available here.
September 11 - 12
FTM presents a Two Day Script Supervision Workshop. More information available here.
September 14
Application deadline for OSM Aboriginal Program Coordinator position. More information available here.
September 15
Application deadline for the ACCESS Corporate Capacity Growth Program. More information available here.
September 16
Submission deadline for 2010 imagineNATIVE Documentary & Drama Pitch. More information available here.
September 17
Application deadline for OSM Communications Coordinator position. More information available here.
September 17
Deadline to register and receive special kick-off rate for nextMEDIA Toronto. More information available here.
September 18
FTM presents Negotiation Skills with Gary Furlong Workshop. More information available here.
September 22
Application deadline for NSI's Features First Program. More information available here.
September 24-26
Culture Days takes place in Manitoba. More information available here.
September 27
Application deadline for NSI Aboriginal Journalism Program. More information available here.
September 27
Nomination deadline for WIFT-T 2010 Crystal Awards. More information available here.
September 29
Frantic Films' 'Todd and the Book of Pure Evil' premieres on SPACE. More information available here.
September 30 - October 3
WNDX Festival takes place. More information available here.
October 6
Application deadline for The Berlinale Talent Campus #9. More information available here.
October 15-21
FTM Transmedia Production Lab takes place. More information available here.
October 15
Application deadline for CFC NFB Documentary Program. More information available here.
October 21 - 24
Gimme Some Truth Documentary Forum takes place. More information available here.
November 1
Submission deadline for Women in Film Festival 2010 - Vancouver. More information available here.
November 19
Submission deadline for Doc North Film Festival. More informatin available here.
November 26
Submission deadline for International Festival of Audiovisual Programs. More information available here.
Yours Truly,
Gemma Manangan
Communications Coordinator
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BEFORE YOU FLY OFF INTO THE NIGHT GEMMA, I'D LIKE TO SAY GOODBYE
Source: OSM Dear Members,
As of October it will have been one year since our Communications Coordinator, Gemma Manangan, began working as part of team OSM. During her time here she has taken the communications of our association to another level, setting the bar higher than anticipated. We have watched her evolve and grow into her position, making it her own. |
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AN AMAZING 22 GEMINI NOMINATIONS FOR MANITOBA PRODUCTIONS AND CREATORS!
Source: OSM AN AMAZING 22 GEMINI NOMINATIONS FOR MANITOBA PRODUCTIONS AND CREATORS! (PDF)
WINNIPEG, MB – September 1, 2010: The Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television has announced the nominations for the 25th Annual Gemini Awards, which include 22 nominations for Manitoba projects/creators.
On Screen Manitoba would like to thank the Province of Manitoba for their support of these projects and the ongoing development of the screen-based media sector in Manitoba. We are especially excited for the recognition received for LESS THAN KIND, a prime-time comedy series based in Winnipeg, KEEP YOUR HEAD UP KID: THE DON CHERRY STORY, a mini-series chronicling the life of famed sportscaster Don Cherry and ONE OCEAN, a multi-platform project that includes a television documentary and an educational interactive website. These projects are representative of the kinds of productions we hope to see more of – homegrown drama series, scripted dramatic programming and innovative multi-platform productions – which have a significant impact on the growth and sustainability of the industry in Manitoba. |
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'A FABLE ABOUT BEAUTY' TO SCREEN AT TWO CANADIAN FILM FESTIVALS
Source: Farpoint Films John Barnard's short film A Fable About Beauty has two Canadian festival dates this September starting with the Cabbagetown Short Film & Video Festival in Toronto, ON at the Winchester Theatre on September 10th at 7 pm. The second festival date is at Halifax, Nova Scotia's Atlantic Film Festival with the screening taking place on September 19th, at Park Lane, Theatre 7 at 7 PM. Barnard will be attending both festivals and screenings. A Fable About Beauty's international premiere was at the CFC's Short Film Festival in Toronto this past June. |
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'BLACK FIELD' SCREENS AT THE DARK BRIDGES FILM FESTIVAL
Source: Dark Bridges Film Festival Manitoba produced BLACK FIELD will screen at the Dark Bridges Film Festival in Saskatoon (Sun, Sept. 26, 1pm), selected as their Canadian Historical Drama (Part of Canada Culture Days). Writer/Director Danishka Esterhazy's beautiful dark historical drama is about two young sisters living alone on an isolated farm who become involved with a stranger who is interested in more than just spending a night in their barn while his horse rests. Admission for BLACK FIELD will be by donation for those who do not have a festival pass.
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DACAPO AND FRANTIC FILMS MAKE BEAUTIFUL MUSIC TOGETHER
DACAPO has received a 2010 SOCAN Award in the category 'Creating Music in a Domestic, Non-animated Television Series' for Til Debt Do Us Part (a Frantic Films production)!
HUGE Congratulations to both DACAPO and Frantic Films! We LOVE it when our members partner up together and create award winning content. Good job you two! |
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Application Deadlines
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CALL FOR APPLICATIONS - NEW ARTIST IN MEDIA ARTS FUND
Source: Video Pool NEW ARTIST IN MEDIA ARTS
DEADLINE: November 1, 2010
The program is designed for persons who have not produced a new media work, but can be accessed by students who have made a project through school and are using that as support material. An applicant’s second work can be eligible, at the discretion of the jury. The program encourages artists from other artistic disciplines to apply. |
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CALL FOR APPLICATIONS - MEDIA PRODUCTION FUND
Source: Video Pool MEDIA PRODUCTION FUND
DEADLINE: November 1, 2010
ELIGIBILITY:
The Media Production Fund is set up to assist members in the production of new media projects. Any additional questions regarding eligibility can be directed to the Education Coordinator. |
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CALL FOR CULTURE DAYS VIDEOS ON CBC.CA
Source: CBC Manitoba CLICK HERE
to submit your video.
SHOW OFF! is a special one-hour CBC television event and online campaign which will celebrate the inaugural year of Culture Days (the "Production"). Through compelling personal stories of the artists, musicians, and craftspeople that yearn to make a difference in Canada and abroad, we will connect Canadians to the behind-the-scenes world of arts and culture in Canada - and we also want to 'show off' your creativity! |
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CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS - DOC NORTH FILM FESTIVAL 2011
Source: DOC Doc North Film Festival
April 15 & 16, 2011
Submission Deadline - November 19
The first annual Doc North Film Festival is accepting film submissions until November 19. Doc North takes place in North Bay, Ontario from April 15 to 16, 2011 and will showcase documentary works of established filmmakers from across Canada with a focus on Northern specific story-telling. |
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CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS - WOMEN IN FILM FESTIVAL 2011
Source: WIFTV 6th ANNUAL WOMEN IN FILM FESTIVAL
March 4-8, 2011
Vancouver, BC
Women In Film & Television Vancouver (WIFTV) is accepting short and feature film submissions for the 6th Annual Women In Film Festival which will take place from March 4 to 8, 2011 in Vancouver, BC.
Final submission deadline is November 1 |
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LAST CHANCE TO USE EARLY-BIRD RATE FOR RIDM PASSES
Source: RIDM RIDM (Montreal International Documentary Festival)
November 10-21, 2010
(Voir le message en français ci-dessous)
Doc Circuit Montreal 2010
November 10, 11 and 12, 2010 at the Grande Bibliothèque
Last chance to enjoy our early-bird rates!
Doc Circuit Montreal’s sixth edition takes place on November 10, 11 and 12, at the Grande Bibliothèque during the Montreal International Documentary Film Festival.
Passes are discounted until September 6th |
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REGISTER NOW FOR THE BRANDED ENTERTAINMENT FORUM
Source: Achilles Media Branded Entertainment Forum
Monday, October 25, 2010
New York City
DON'T MISS OUR SPECIAL EARLY BIRD RATE OF $525*
A reminder that the early bird rate for the Branded Entertainment Forum expires next Wednesday, September 8th. Space is limited and we’re confident the event will sell out, so act now to avoid disappointment. CLICK HERE to regsiter. |
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Events
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CELEBRATE THE ARTS WITH CULTURE DAYS, SEPTEMBER 24-26
Source: Culture Days Culture Days
September 24-26, 2010
Manitoba celebrates arts and culture with free public activities during Culture Days. Artists and arts groups from all disciplines are opening their doors to offer a variety of participatory activities all weekend long. Activities include collective comic-book making, open studios, behind the scene tours, museum visits and Nuit Blanche a celebration of contemporary art. |
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SO MUCH ACTING TALENT HERE, AGENCY SETS UP SHOP
Source: Winnipeg Free Press By: The Insider / Maureen Scurfield
Onalee Ames Film Studio, an acting school for film and TV hopefuls, has sent so many talented Winnipeggers to Carrier Talent Management, the Vancouver-based agency is opening a branch here this month. |
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STRONG DEMAND FOR CMF EXPERIMENTAL STREAM FUNDING
Source: CMF Innovative Projects Seek $90 million
The Canada Media Fund (CMF) announced that the future of content and content delivery in Canada is being bolstered by home grown innovation, as evidenced by the strong demand for funding through the CMF's Experimental Stream. Applications submitted for funding by the first deadline, July 5, 2010, vastly exceeded the $16.2 million available at this round. Over 250 applicants have requested almost $90 million to support 120 production ($57 million requested), 112 development ($25 million requested), and 21 marketing ($8 million requested) projects. First round applicants represent all regions of Canada, and their projects include console, PC, and online games; alternate reality games; websites and webportals; webseries; mobile applications; software applications; and more. |
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Job Postings
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OSM SEEKS ABORIGINAL PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Source: OSM ABORIGINAL PROGRAM COORDINATOR (PDF)
JOB SUMMARY
The Aboriginal Program Coordinator will coordinate and implement initiatives associated with OSM’s Aboriginal Program as well as provide support to the Programs Manager on all matters relating to the Aboriginal Program.
JOB STATUS
This is a full-time position funded by OSM’s ACCESS Project, terminating March 31, 2013. |
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OSM SEEKS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Source: OSM ON SCREEN MANITOBA SEEKS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (PDF)
On Screen Manitoba (OSM) is an innovative, non-profit membership-driven association that leads, builds and represents the screen-based media industry in Manitoba. We are seeking a dynamic Executive Director who will lead our evolving association in achieving its mission and objectives. Reporting to a volunteer Board of Directors, the Executive Director will have overall accountability for the management of the organization and strategic and creative leadership of the association’s staff. The Executive Director plays a central role in advocating for the collective interests of the industry and liaising with all parts of the Manitoba and national industry and our stakeholders.
This is an incredible opportunity to be a part of a successful, growing organization and to play an active role in advancing the screen-based media industry in Manitoba. |
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OSM SEEKS COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR
Source: OSM ON SCREEN MANITOBA - COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR (PDF)
On Screen Manitoba is looking for a personable, creative minded person with strong writing skills and ability to work on tight deadlines to fill the team position of Communications Coordinator, under OSM’s ACCESS Project. The successful candidate will be able to work in a fast paced environment independently and within a team of equally passionate colleagues. The Communications Coordinator will serve our membership by communicating & sharing essential information about the screen-based media industry with our membership and stakeholders. |
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OSM SEEKS FRANCOPHONE PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Source: OSM (Voir le message en français ci-dessous)
FRANCOPHONE PROGRAM COORDINATOR (PDF)
The Francophone Program Coordinator will coordinate and implement initiatives associated with On Screen Manitoba’s Film & Television Strategy as well as provide support to the Programs Manager on all matters relating to the Francophone Program.
This is a bilingual position requiring a high level of proficiency in both of Canada’s official languages. |
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On TV
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'ROSH HASHANAH: THE DAY OF JUDGEMENT' DOC AIRS ON VISION TV
Source: Lank/Beach Productions Lank/Beach Productions documentary Rosh Hashanah:
The Day of Judgement, will
air Tuesday, Sept. 7 at 10 p.m. ET on VisionTV. Ralph Benmergui hosts this one-hour special on the meaning of the Jewish New Year,
“In Judaism, what we talk about is what we have to do. We have to walk the talk.”
– Rabbi Lawrence Pinsker, Shaarey Zedek Synagogue, Winnipeg |
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Telefilm
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TELEFILM CANADA ANNOUNCES STREAMLINING OF CORPORATE FORMS
Source: Telefilm Telefilm Canada has announced a new streamlined approach to submitting corporate information as part of an application.Previously, four documents were required in order to provide all required corporate information with an application; now only one is required. |
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Training
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NEW MEDIA MANITOBA PRESENTS INTRO TO FINAL CUT PRO 7 WORKSHOP
Source: NMM FCP 101: INTRODUCTION TO FINAL CUT PRO 7
This three-day, hands-on course teaches students to perform basic editing functions while becoming familiar with the Final Cut Pro user interface. In this course, you will cut a scene from the TNT television series Leverage, create a promo for Seaworld's Believe documentary, as well as master filters and effects as you edit a segment of "Playing for Change," the international music-creation event. |
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