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1. AFCOOP NEWS 2. WORKSHOPS 3. SCREENINGS AND EVENTS 4. AWARDS, GRANTS, RESIDENCIES & CONTESTS 5. FILM FESTIVAL DEADLINES 6. COMMUNITY NEWS7. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

1. AFCOOP NEWS

AFCOOP Winter General Meeting 2015 Jan. 29th, 6:30pm AFCOOP Office Come meet AFCOOP members and the film community and find out what AFCOOP has been up to and what we

have planned for the next year. The meeting is open to all AFCOOP members as well members of the public. If

you are looking to become a Full Member of AFCOOP at this Meeting please contact AFCOOP in advance to

confirm your eligibility. If you have any inquiries regarding the meeting or need to send regrets, please call

(902) 405-4474 or email [email protected]

AFCOOP Volunteer Orientation Wednesday, February 4th, 2015, 1- 2pm AFCOOP Office Want to get involved with AFCOOP? Looking to become a Full Member? Want to get those volunteer hours in?

Come and join our lovely volunteer coordinator, Sahar Yousefi, for the volunteer orientation.

To register email: [email protected]

You must be 16 or older to volunteer.

Call for Workshop Volunteers AFCOOP is getting ready to launch our Winter Workshop series and has a unique opportunity for volunteers who

are interested in helping out. By volunteering to help facilitate workshops, you get to attend the workshop for

FREE!

There will be an orientation session for those interested on January 15th at 7pm, following the FILM5 traineeinfo session.



AFCOOP's Writers' Perspective The Writers’ Perspective incorporates elements of discussion of screenwriting structure and conventions,feedback on individual projects and, hopefully, the occasional visit from other writing professionals from outsideof the world of screenwriting to shed light on storytelling. This group is open to AFCOOP members and non-members alike and the meetings take place the second Wednesday of every month. Best of all it's FREE!

Due to Holidays, the schedule for the next two meetings is: Feb. 11th, 6pm- 9pm March 11th, 6pm- 9pm

Facilitated by Brett Hannam. Email Brett to confirm your attendance: [email protected]

HIFF: Call for Atlantic Canadian Shorts http://www.hiff.ca/ Deadline: April 1st, 2015 The Halifax Independent Filmmakers Festival (HIFF) is pleased to announce the 2015 Call for Entries for recentAtlantic Canadian short works from Atlantic Canadian writers, producers, or directors. Maximum runtime forsubmissions is 25 minutes. The deadline for entries is April 1st, 2015. The festival is scheduled to take place in June 2015. To submit online go to: www.hiff.ca/submit/

Please make sure to read the terms and conditions before submitting.

Send any questions to: [email protected]

FILM 5 Trainee Info Session Thursday, January 15th, 6pm FREE The FILM 5 Trainee Program is a hands-on training program for aspiring technical crew. Paralleling the CreativeTeam component the Trainee program provides participants with high quality classroom training, practical on-set instruction and networking opportunities.

To become a Trainee crew member, you must take the required workshops for your desired position, pay theapplication fee, which includes the mandatory Set Etiquette Course, come to the Trainee/Team Meet and Greetand submit a resume and application form.

On the FILM 5 sets, trainees work under key crew members from the local film industry. Keys are industryprofessionals responsible for running their department, and for providing guidance and leadership to thetrainees. Trainees leave the production having networked with industry crew, with practical experience andresume references.

Each FILM 5 production is required to have a minimum of seven trainees on set. FILM 5 productions take placeon a weekend in March and/or April. Creative Team Producers are responsible for reviewing resumes and hiring trainees. The Project Manageroversees this process and works to ensure that all trainees receive a successful placement.



Trainee Program:

• Training from industry professionals through workshops • Hands-on learning experience working on a industry standard film set • Make connections with industry professionals and local filmmakers

Becoming a FILM 5 Trainee:

• Attend the required workshops for your position • Attend the Set Etiquette Workshop • Trainee Meet and Greet – meet and network with FILM 5 teams • Pay Application Fee of 60.00 (includes Set Etiquette Workshop) • Submit your application form + resume

This information session will cover everything you need to know about becoming a FILM 5 Trainee. We willprovide an overview of the various Trainee departments and workshop requirements.

For more information visit the website: http://afcoop.ca/film-5-trainee-workshops/

Or contact the AFCOOP office: [email protected]

Graduating Film School Membership Are you graduating from film school this year? You’re eligible for a FREE AFCOOP membership! Get access toaffordable equipment, facilities and workshops and join a community of like-minded filmmakers!

In order to redeem your FREE ACOOP membership you need to: - Do 10hrs of volunteer work at AFCOOP - Get voted in at an AFCOOP General Meeting (next meeting is Jan. 29th at 6:30pm)

Contact AFCOOP’s Volunteer Coordinator Sahar for more info on how to volunteer atAFCOOP: [email protected] You have 6 months after graduating to claim your membership.

TECH CORNER

NEW SENNHEISER 416 MICROPHONE AFCOOP has just purchased a brand new Sennheiser MKH 416 P48 U3 shotgun microphone. As some membersmay know, our old workhorse 416 died recently and for a little while we were without a Sennheiser 416. Well,fear no more - we have a better than ever, brand new Sennheiser 416, this time with Phantom 48. The newunit is beautiful, and its capsule has pin point precision for capturing those precise sounds during filming.

The new microphone will rent complete with zeppelin/dead cat/boom pole for $30/Non-Member, $8/day FullMember. Check it out here: http://en-us.sennheiser.com/short-gun-tube-microphone-camera-films-mkh-416-p48u3



NEW LECTROSONICS SRB + SMQV WIRELESS PACKAGE (W/ SANKEN COS 11 LAVS) (There will be a free workshop on Feb. 26th @ 7pm. See the workshop section for more info!) AFCOOP has recently upgraded its wireless lav kit options with the wonderful new Lectrosonics Dual-ChannelHybrid SRB Receiver with 2 x SMQV Transmitters. With much improved drop-out performance, ultra-lightdesign and stunning build quality this new kit offers a clear improvement over the older LMa package. Speakingof which, AFCOOP still offers 4 channels in the Lectrosonics LMa series, and with 6 Sanken COS 11 lav mics intotal, you can rent up to 6 channels of wireless lavs from AFCOOP for your film production.

Get excited about these wireless units with this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qCJjuB00qXA

2. WORKSHOPS

Registration is Now Open for AFCOOP's Winter Filmmaking Workshops

http://afcoop.ca/workshops/ AFCOOP’s Winter Workshop Series presents classes in all aspects of filmmaking from screenwriting to editingand lots in between. Workshops are open to the public, though some pre-requisites apply.

The first workshop, “Intro to Filmmaking in NS” is a primer in all things film-ic in the maritime region. Learnabout the basic production process and where to find the resources to make your first film. Other workshops inthe series introduce the most important roles on a film set as well as focusing on some of AFCOOP’s newequipment. Learn from professional filmmakers who are active in their field and connect with fellow workshopparticipants in this practical series.

On-Set Training Program

Want to put the skills you learn in the workshop series to use on a film set? The FILM 5 Trainee program offersparticipants the opportunity to work on a professional short film shoot. For more information visit the Traineeprogram page.

Registration is now open for winter workshops:

Intro to Filmmaking in Nova Scotia January 20th, 2015, 6pm - 9pm Cost: $40/50 (AFCOOP Member/Non-member) This great workshop is perfect for those new to filmmaking and filmmakers new to Nova Scotia. This workshopwill explore choice of medium, shooting styles, forms and the availability of resources within the region.

Intro to Screenwriting January 22nd, 2015, 6pm - 9pm Cost: $40/50 (AFCOOP Member/Non-member) AFCOOP is pleased to offer a screenwriting course for those with little or no experience. In this class you willlearn about screenplay format, plot structure, theme, dialogue and character development.



Those wishing to continue on with screenwriting are encouraged to look into the Advanced Screenwritingworkshop.

Intro to Directing January 27, 2015, 6pm - 10pm Cost: $50/60 (AFCOOP Member/Non-member) Making a film involves the collaboration of many artists, all working towards a single vision, led by the director.Do you want to learn how a complex network of artists all come together to create a film? If so, the Intro toDirecting workshop is the place to start! We will teach you the fundamentals where you will look at visionbuilding, rehearsals, the casting process, shortlisting, and other tools of directing for film.

INTRO PACKAGE DEAL Buy all 3 intro workshops (Intro to Filmmaking, Intro to Screenwriting and Intro to Directing) and save! Cost:$100/130 (AFCOOP Member/Non-member)

Workshops will take place at the AFCOOP office, unless otherwise stated: 5663 Cornwallis St, Suite 101, Halifax, NS Phone: 902-405-4474

In addition to our regular workshop schedule, we will also be offering members, FREE technical workshopsand valuable info sessions.

Info Session: Casting February 17th, 2015, 7pm Cost: FREE What does it take to cast your film? Join us for an informative evening with Ciel Crosby (Skytalent) and LaraCassidy (Curve Productions), as they take you through how to find, audition, and cast your talent.

Tech Workshop: Kessler Pocket Jib and CineSlider March 24th, 2015, 7pm Cost: FREE This workshop will show participants how to utilize the Kessler Pocket Jib and CineSlider for sophisticatedcamera movements, increasing the production value of their film and video projects. The instructor will showexample clips demonstrating the kind of movements that can be achieved, followed by practical instruction onproper usage of both the Pocket Jib and CineSlider.

Tech Workshop: New Lectrosonics SRB & SMQV Wireless Lav System February 26th, 2015, 7pm Cost: FREE In this workshop, legendary sound recordist Art McKay explains the operation (and benefits) of using AFCOOP'snew Lectrosonics SRB Receiver and SMQV Transmitters. These new Digital Hybrid Wireless systems have farsuperior performance in many areas over the older Lectrosonics units;; also, the 2 Channel Receiver means yoursound kit can be that much lighter without the need for two receivers. Enjoy this rare opportunity to learn about these new items for free!



And More! For a full list of this seasons workshops go to: http://afcoop.ca/workshops/

AFCOOP Membership Become an Associate Member and save! AFCOOP Associate Membership is only $40 for a full year. You will savean average of $10/workshop. You can register on line when you purchase a workshop or call the office toregister over the phone – (902) 405 4474.

Registration Workshops must be paid for in full in order to confirm your spot. You can register on line through our on lineregistration software by clicking the links below or if you’d prefer to pay via cash/cheque/debit you can do so inperson in the AFCOOP office (5663 Cornwallis Street, Suite 101) open 10am – 5pm Monday – Friday or over thephone – (902) 405 4474.

Questions Email: [email protected] Phone: (902) 405 4474

NSCAD’S SCHOOL OF EXTENDED STUDIES: Winter Course Registration Open January6th, 2015 http://nscad.ca/en/home/schoolofextendedstudies/winter2015/default.aspx Winter 2015 registration for adult and youth ART courses is now open.

NEW: Lost and Found: working with celluloid footage

In this hands-on and immersive experience, participants will create their own short film with 16mm and super 8movies while they learn experimental celluloid filmmaking techniques. Re-photography and transferring of filmto video / video to film, optical printing and blow-ups, drawing and scratching on film, basic celluloid editing,capturing and editing film strip sound and hand processing of 16mm black and white film, among othertechniques, will be explored. Through group screenings and discussions we will also explore the rich history offound footage works in artistic cinematic practices, with a focus on Canadian and seminal works as well asexamine legal and moral implications inherent in the practice.

Some background in photography of any kind would be useful for participants but not necessary.

Registration and withdrawal deadline: February 11, 2014 Course Code: ESFI-0113 Instructor: Christopher Spencer Lowe Site: A206, 1649 Brunswick St Date / Time: Feb 19-Apr 9, Thurs, 6:00-8:45pm (8 sessions) Tuition: $315.00 + HST

See the Winter Course Calendar and register online at nscad.ca or call 494.8185.

Digital Storytelling Workshop http://writers.ns.ca/workshops.html 1113 Marginal Road, Halifax, NS Saturday, January 24, 2015 - 10:00pm to Sunday, January 25, 2015 - 10:00am



Digital Storytelling is the intersection between traditional storytelling and modern technology. Stories havebeen used throughout history and by all cultures to pass on important knowledge. With the advent of screenculture, easy to use software, and the Internet we can now tell, capture and disseminate our stories in new andpowerful ways to a broader population. Digital storytelling is being used in many different capacities across the world to recognize, honor, andencourage the sharing of human experience and insight. Charities and non-profits are using storytelling as away to raise awareness of their services and capture client stories, businesses are using storytelling as a way tomake public messaging personal rather than packaged, and individuals are using storytelling as a way to turntheir stories into lasting legacies.

The workshop will give you:

• An intimate learning and sharing environment;; • Hands-on training, resulting in a digital story of your own;; • Additional reading materials and digital storytelling manual;; • Increased digital literacy;; and • A deeper understanding of oral storytelling and the inherent power that it posesses.

For more information or to register, go to: http://writers.ns.ca/workshops.html

Centre For Art Tapes http://www.centreforarttapes.ca/ 2238 Maitland Street 902-422-6822

March Break Video Academy March 16th- 20th, 2015 $35/50 Member/non-member A camp experience designed to give youth aged 12-17 a fundamental understanding of film and video making.They will also learn aspects and genres of production from an industry professional. This hands-on creativeproject will allow youth to tap into DIY concepts and will be geared towards their specific interests, includinganimation, documentary and green-screen live-action. The five-day camp will generate a short film that can beshared with family and friends.

REGISTRATION: $200/person – Early Bird by February 3rd, 2015 $250/person – by March 3rd, 2015

To register, please contact Kristy, 902-422-6822, [email protected] WorkInCulture E-learning Crash Course Series http://www.workinculture.ca/Our-Programs/E-Learning The WorkInCulture Crash Course Series is designed to be a no stress way to upgrade or refresh your skills.Each course stands on its own, you can take one, two, or all, and in any order, and you can study at your own



rate on your own terms. The courses are written by arts and culture professionals and are filled with examplesand case studies from our sector.

3. SCREENINGS AND EVENTS

Carbon Arc Cinema Winter Season begins Fri Feb 6th More details at: www.carbonarc.c Friday screenings at 7pm for $7, concessions available!

Feb 6 ZERO MOTIVATION -- Talya Lavie | Comedy Drama | Israel | 2014 | 97mins In Hebrew with English subtitles A zany, dark, & comedic portrait of a unit of female Israeli soldiers at a remote desert base biding their time asthey count down the minutes until they can return to civilian life.

Feb 13 ROSEWATER -- Jon Stewart | Bio Drama | USA | 2014 | 103mins Based on a true story about a journalist who gets detained and interrogated in prison for 118 days. Thejournalist Maziar Bahari was blindfolded and interrogated for 4 months in Evin prison in Iran. The onlydistinguishable feature about his captor is the distinct smell of rosewater. An interview and sketch that Maziardid with a journalist on The Daily show was used as evidence that Maziar was a spy and in communication withthe American government and the CIA.

More details coming soon!!!

Mixed Media Monthly- A speaker series about Art and the business of Art. nsalis.com Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, 1723 Hollis St, Halifax, NSDoors Open: 6pm | Speakers will begin at 6:30pm

Join us for an exciting line-up of speakers this coming year! Taking place on the third Thursday of the month,talks will last between 1.5 and 2 hours. Members of the general public are welcome! Any one of any age orinterest is welcome to attend. The talks will be educational and informational with a focus on practical tips andlegal info. More detailed information about each talk is provided on our website.

Coming up next:

Art and Social Media: What Could go Wrong? January, 15th, 2015 6-9pm Speaker: David Fraser, McInnes Cooper

The internet and social media present great opportunities and a few challenges for artists. While the



opportunity for the marketing and dissemination of artistic works has never been greater, cultural shifts in theapproach to digital works (appropriation, copying, remixing) also challenge conventional understandings ofcopyright. At the same time, notions of privacy and the individual right to one’s image are also shifting. DavidFraser will provide an overview of both the challenges and opportunities presented by social media, from a legalperspective, with ample opportunity for questions and answers.

Bonus! Check out the Art Gallery for free on Thursday evenings before coming to the Speaker Series. $10 perperson or entire series pass only pay $55 Register online in advance or in person using cash or credit cards

Mix, mingle and network with other artists in your field as well as the speakers. After each session, join us at the Old Triangle Restaurant (5136 Prince Street) for networking and socializing. To register or for more upcoming events, visit nsalis.com

CMPA Prime Time 2015: registration now open http://www.nsi-canada.ca/2014/11/cmpa-prime-time-2015-registration-now-open/

CMPA PrimeTime takes place from March 4 to 6 next year. Registration is now open and you can takeadvantage of their early bird rate until December 15 (for non-members) or January 15 (for members). TheOttawa conference is a national networking event for some 600 of Canada’s most prominent business leadersfrom the feature film, television, interactive media, broadcasting and telecommunications industries.

The 2015 edition of the event will highlight new opportunities that build strong businesses and keep Canadiancontent competitive including: • How digital innovation combined with traditional media offers exponential business opportunities • How forward-thinking broadcast and production companies are building strategies that capitalize on change • How new ways of looking at everything from partnerships to alternative release strategies can unlock revenue

In addition to international keynotes and plenaries, you’ll find new formats such as a debate, a workshop, lunchwith …, and 15 minute talks by emissaries from the bleeding edge. CMPA is crowdsourcing to find out what youwant, and they’re building out their conference app by stacking it with rich, value-added information frompanelists.

Join the Prime Time community and you’ll join 600+ media leaders, all focused on raising their game. Followtweets about the conference using this hashtag #PTiO.

Artist's Legal Information Society Presents: On the edge of Now http://nsalis.com February 27 & 28, 2015

ALIS is proud to present the 2nd On the Edge of Now conference. This is a one of a kind entertainment lawconference primarily geared towards film and television industry professionals, but lawyers and artists of allsorts will come away having learned something new.

Come be a part of this exciting entertainment law conference!

Are you a lawyer practicing in or simply just interested in entertainment, IP or digital law? Perfect, this



conference is for you. Are you an artist of any type who wants to learn a bit more about the legal and practical

side of starting or running a business? Great! This conference is for you.

StART Festival

https://www.facebook.com/startfestivalhalifax

January 29th - February 1st, 2015

Now entering its second year, the StART Festival is a multidisciplinary festival of student art based out of the

Bus Stop Theatre in Halifax, Nova Scotia. With two days of performances and art installations, featuring

upwards of fifteen artists, the festival creates a hub of activity that allows emerging artists to connect with

engaged audiences. Drawing students away from their respective campuses and into a community of peers

working in different mediums, the StART Festival is a hotbed of creativity.

For more information: Email:[email protected], or check out the FB page@ https://www.facebook.com/startfestivalhalifax ;;

Conference Launch: On The Edge of Now & Women Making Waves http://www.wift-at.com/#!tidings/c1aep/conference-launch January 16th, 2015, from 5 - 7pm @ The Stubborn Goat Gastropub, 1579 Grafton Street, 2nd Floor

Did you know that this year ALIS and WIFT-AT are joining forces? Come join us at the Stubborn Goat for a social mixer on January 16th from 5 to 7! Mix and mingle, while you

learn about our exciting programming and we announce our highlighted speakers. The conference organizers

will be there to answer all your questions, and as always it will be a great time.

RAM: Rethinking Art & Machine http://www.artgalleryofnovascotia.ca/ January 17 - March 22, 2015 1723 Hollis Street, Halifax, NS B3J 1V9

RAM is a group exhibition that explores the origins and evolutions of new media art. Celebrating international

pioneering artists, RAM traces each artist’s unique relationships with electronic technology, light, graphics,

robots and sound. The exhibition features historical works of computer art and marks the Canadian debut of

exciting new interactive installations. Come experience a new visual appreciation of our technological world

Documentary Screening and Discussion: The Wisdom to Survive www.thebusstoptheatre.org/event/documentary-screening-and-discussion-the-wisdom-to-survive/ January 27th, 2015- 6:30- 10pm 2203 Gottingen Street | Halifax, Nova Scotia | B3K 3B5

Partnering with The Bus Stop Theatre, Transition Bay and Fusion Halifax, The Ecology Action Centre is very

excited to be hosting a documentary night for EAC members and the general public! We will be screening “The Wisdom to Survive: Climate Change, Capitalism and Community” on January 27 at

7pm. Following the screening there will be facilitated group discussion, led by Transition Bay.



This is an awesome opportunity to meet other EAC members and make connections with other movers andshakers in your community! The event is free but donations are accepted!

****RSVP your first and last name to [email protected] to reserve a spot on the guest list, asspace is limited.******

4. AWARDS, GRANTS, RESIDENCIES & CONTESTS

BravoFACTUAL

http://www.bravofact.com ;; Deadline for documentaries - Jan. 9th 2015

In September 2013, Bravo introduced BravoFACTUAL awards to be granted by the BravoFACT(Foundation toAssist Canadian Talent) jury for the production of short form documentary projects. Selected projects will beeligible to apply for up to a maximum $50,000 in production funding. Following the same mandate as forscripted BravoFACT shorts, BravoFACTUAL projects will reflect themes, large and small, produced by directorsand producers from across Canada. There are two deadlines annually. The next deadline will be January 92015.

BravoFACT Partners with WIFT-Atlantic to Present Pitch Contest at Women Making

Waves http://www.bravofact.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/bravoFACT-Application-Form.pdf This is a first time for this unique contest and Women in Film and Television - Atlantic is absolutely thrilled to beworking with bravoFact to launch the contest at the 5th anniversary of our Women Making Waves Conference, February 27 - March 1st, 2015.

BravoFACT is awarding $35,000 to the female candidate with the most promising idea for a shortfilm. Interested participants must submit an application, no later than Friday, February 6 at 5 p.m. E.T.,to [email protected]. Following the deadline, the bravoFACT team will go through thesubmissions and narrow down a top five. These five lucky finalists will be contacted on Friday, February 20,giving applicants one week to finalize their pitch. Finalists will make their public pitches to a jury from theIndustry as part of the WMW’s programming on Saturday, February 28. The winner of the $35K grant will beannounced at the Sunday Wave Awards Brunch, along with three annual Wave Award winners. Applicants unable to guarantee their attendance at the contest and brunch are ineligible to apply. The winner of the bravoFACT Pitch Contest must comply with the standard bravoFACT agreement.

MuchFACT http://musicnovascotia.ca/funding/videofunding#sthash.rf5pbUWG.dpuf A Foundation To Assist Canadian Talent, was created in 1984 concurrent with the launch of MuchMusic, whichcommitted a percentage of its gross annual revenues to stimulate the production of new Canadian musicvideos. Two years later, when MusiquePlus went on the air, it also became a sponsor, as did MuchMoreMusic



when it launched in 1998. The launch of MuchMore (formerly known as MuchMoreMusic) also marked thecreation of PromoFACT, an Electronic Press Kit and website production fund for Canadian artists, independentrecord labels and artist management companies.

MuchFACT is now funded entirely by MuchMusic and MuchMore (formerly MuchMoreMusic). Originally namedVideoFACT, the company changed its name to MuchFACT in September, 2009. Along with the name change,MuchFACT expanded its PromoFACT EPK program to include not only traditional EPKs, but also digital musicvideos, digital EPKs or other digital music related content intended for viral distribution.

Upcoming deadlines: Thu Jan 15, 2015 11:59 PM EST Thu Mar 12, 2015 11:59 PM EST Thu Jul 02, 2015 11:59 PM EST Thu Sep 10, 2015 11:59 PM EST Thu Nov 05, 2015 11:59 PM EST

For more information, contact rob.bakker (at) bellmedia.ca See More at: http://musicnovascotia.ca/funding/videofunding#sthash.rf5pbUWG.dpuf

National Screen Institute http://www.nsi-canada.ca/

Do you have a TV series in development with a Canadian broadcaster? NSI plans advancedtransmedia training course.

NSI Transmedia is an advanced training course we’ve been planning for four writer/producer teams with a TVseries in development with a Canadian broadcaster. The course will be led by digital marketing and analytics for transmedia expert Annelise Larsonand cross-mediainnovation facilitator Sue Biely. Training includes two days with transmedia thought-leader Jeff Gomez (Pirates of theCaribbean, Tron, Halo, Avatar) who will work directly with the teams on their specific projects. Do you have a team ready to take this course? Note: you must have a TV series in development with aCanadian broadcaster.

To discuss how this training opportunity might work for you or your company, contact NSI’s director ofprogramming Brendon Sawatzky at brendon.sawatzky@nsi-canada.ca or 204-957-8480.

4Cs Foundation http://www.4csfoundation.com Next Deadline January 15th, 2015

We are interested in hearing from non-profit organizations with arts-based community development projectideas that foster connections between children and others in their community.

More information can be found here: http://www.4csfoundation.com/content/grants ;;;;;; and by calling andspeaking with Terri at 902-422-4805.



January 15 is the best deadline to apply for funding for projects to take place in the following summer.

Also:Free consultations and learning opportunities to non-profit organizations: learn how your goals andobjectives could be achieved through art-based community development projects. To be eligible for this, yourorganization must have or be interested in using community development principles as part of itsmandate/vision/approach. For more information call Terri 902-422-4805. Please note: the 4Cs Foundationoffice is now located at 5763 May Street next door to the Ecology Action Centre. This is not a public accessbuilding so you must call ahead to make an appointment.

APPLICATION INFORMATION NOW AVAILABLE FOR THE CINEPLEX ENTERTAINMENTFILM PROGRAM http://cfccreates.com/news/422-application-information-now-available-for-the-cineplex-entertainment-film-program

The applications open on Monday, January 5, 2015 and the application deadline is Monday, January 26, 2015.The program start date is July 6, 2015 and it runs until December 11, 2015

If you are a producer, writer, director or editor interested in accelerating your career, building internationalpartnerships, fast tracking your projects, expanding your skillset and increasing your portfolio, then you may beinterested in applying for the Cineplex Entertainment Film Program.

Designed to champion original voices, the entrepreneurial spirit, and creative risk-taking, the CineplexEntertainment Film Program is a significant accelerator for the development of original projects. This programdevelops, packages, and launches talent and their projects into the international marketplace by building strongcreative partnerships and real business opportunities. It is a full-time, five-and-a-half month professionalprogram for producers, writers, directors and editors that balances artistic vision with the demands of a shiftingindustry.

Applications are now available online: http://cfccreates.com/programs/1-cineplex-entertainment-film-program

Application Deadline: January 26th, 2015 The 2014 CFC Film Program Showcase Reel: http://cfccreates.com/programs/1-cineplex-entertainment-film-program?child_id=75#tabs CFC Film Program Infographic: https://twitter.com/cfccreates/status/540177880668336128

Arts Nova Scotia Funding and Awards http://cch.novascotia.ca

Grants to Individuals http://cch.novascotia.ca/investing-in-our-future/arts-nova-scotia/grants-individuals ;;



The program supports the creation of new works by professional artists in all disciplines including fine crafts,

literary, visual, media and performing arts. It also promotes a broad understanding and appreciation of art and

artists through professional development, creation and presentation of work. Individual artists may submit one

application per grant per deadline. To encourage equitable distribution of funds, artists can only receive one

Creation Grant in a 12-month period.

Application Date by: May 15 / December 15 (each year)

Canada Council Grants

Travel Grants to Media Arts Professionals: International Residencies (pilot) canadacouncil.ca Deadline: January 26, 2015

The Canada Council for the Arts’ Media Arts Section is pleased to announce the launch of its International

Residencies initiative as part of the Travel Grants to Professional Media Artists program. This initiative is intended to increase the presence and profile of Canadian media arts professionals abroad. It is open to independent artists, curators, critics and cultural workers. It will support self-directed residencies

with the aim of encouraging creative renewal, artistic development and professional growth in an international

context.

For more information: Michèle Stanley Media Arts Program Officer

1-800-263-5588 or 613-566-4414 ext. 5251

Grants to New Media and Audio Artists: Research and Production Grants http://canadacouncil.ca/en/media-arts/find-grants-and-prizes/grants/grants-to-new-media-and-audio-artists-

research-and-production-grants

Program Description These grants assist Canadian artists working with new media or audio technologies as means of artistic

expression. Grants cover artist’s subsistence costs as well as the direct costs of research, creative development

and production of artworks created with new media or audio technologies. To ensure the vitality and continued excellence of new media and audio art, Canada Council for the Arts grants

help support professional artists engaged in creating independent artworks;; that is, where the artist maintains

complete control over the work.

The program has two components, Research Grants and Production Grants.

Grants awarded through this program support independent Canadian artists making a creative use of

technology or audio for the purpose of research or production of works in new media or audio.

Type of work supported Priority is given to projects that involve innovation and artistic expression. Innovation may consist of a renewal

of formal elements in terms of style, technique or process. It can also be based on the originality of the subject



or content of the project, or on the uniqueness of the artist’s perspective or process of expression. Only themost innovative proposals are supported.

Priority is also given to projects that demonstrate the development of an individual style or expressive process,as well as a commitment to questioning and expanding the discipline. Eligible projects may be in the form ofworks integrating technology or robotics, audio artworks, installations, performances, immersive environments,web art, VJing, sound sculptures or soundscapes, radiophonic or electronic art and interactive works. Onlyindependent projects are eligible for this program.

Deadline(s) 1 March 1 October

If either of these dates falls on a weekend or statutory holiday, the deadline moves to the next business day.Your completed application and all support material must be postmarked on or before the deadline date.

The Canada Council will not accept applications postmarked after the deadline, incomplete applications, orthose submitted by fax or email.

Nova Scotia Talent Trust http://nstalenttrust.blogspot.ca/2014/09/congratulations-to-2014-nstt.html

Nova Scotia Talent Trust gives out 75,000 in Scholarships to 51 Nova Scotia Emerging Artists- The Nova ScotiaTalent Trust has recently given out $75,000 in scholarships to emerging Nova Scotia artists in the fields ofdance, theatre, media (film) studies, music, visual and literary arts. The 51 successful scholarship recipientswere chosen from a field of 107 applications from two deadlines, 1 March and 1 May 2014. 5 of the 51scholarships are supported by the NS Arts Endowment Fund in the amount of $2,000 each.

The Film and Media Arts recipients this year were Gwyneth Christoffel, Halifax, and Sam deCoste, Halifax.

The next deadlines are March 1st, 2015 for summer study, and May 1st, 2015 for fall or winter study.

From Our Dark Side - National Genre Film Concept Competition for Women

http://www.womeninfilm.ca/National_Genre_Concept_Competition.html CONTEST DEADLINE: January 15,2015

National contest From Our Dark Side is seeking the best in Canadian women-driven genre film ideas. To enter,you need to submit a three to five page genre film outline by January 15, 2015. Winners receive a mentorshippackage designed to help get a feature-length project to the next stage. No previous film writing experience isnecessary. Ten projects will be shortlisted and juried by top genre creators. Five projects will be selected formentorship.

BravoFACT Partners with WIFT-Atlantic to Present Pitch Contest at Women Making

Waves



Deadline: Friday, February 6 at 5 p.m. E.T

This is a first time for this unique contest and Women in Film and Television - Atlantic is absolutely thrilled to beworking with bravoFact to launch the contest at the 5th anniversary of our Women Making Waves Conference, February 27 - March 1st, 2015.

BravoFACT is awarding $35,000 to the female candidate with the most promising idea for a short

film. Interested participants must submit an application, no later than Friday, February 6 at 5 p.m. E.T.,to [email protected]. Following the deadline, the bravoFACT team will go through thesubmissions and narrow down a top five. These five lucky finalists will be contacted on Friday, February 20,giving applicants one week to finalize their pitch. Finalists will make their public pitches to a jury from theIndustry as part of the WMW’s programming on Saturday, February 28. The winner of the $35K grant will beannounced at the Sunday Wave Awards Brunch, along with three annual Wave Award winners. Applicantsunable to guarantee their attendance at the contest and brunch are ineligible to apply. The winner of thebravoFACT Pitch Contest must comply with the standard bravoFACT agreement.

The application can be found at: http://www.bravofact.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/bravoFACT-Application-Form.pdf

The AToMiC Awards - Call For Entries http://atomicawards.strategyonline.ca/Home Deadline: January 23, 2015

There could be an award with your name on it! Did your program transcend platforms? The Best Transmedia category celebrates the producers, networks andbrands that intrigued viewers across multiple devices, utilizing each channel to its potential.

Not quite what you did this year? Check out the rest of the categories.

We are now accepting entries for the 4th annual AToMiC Awards, bringing together producers, media players,brands and agencies to showcase the projects that went above and beyond.

Winners will be announced in May at the Toronto awards show and the cases are featured in the June issue ofstrategy – showcasing your work to Canada’s top marketers, as well as the global adworld and Canada’sbusiness community, via magazine distribution at Cannes Lions and with The Globe & Mail.

AToMiC is part of the Creative Report Card.

THE FILM FACTORY @ MAIN FILM - Production Support Programme http://www.mainfilm.qc.ca/en/services.html#FILMFACTORY DEADLINE: JANUARY 27TH, 2015

The FILM FACTORY renews the ties with film as an art form, where the creative process of research andexperimentation is the core experience and the end product a derivative of the creative process. The goal of MAIN FILM'S programme is to nurture and to stimulate the artistic growth of independentfilmmakers wishing to explore, deepen and develop their own unique creative language through the tactile



medium of film or digital mediums. The FILM FACTORY is about process not product. Research and experimentation are an intrinsic part ofcreation, and discovery is the prologue to enduring artistic innovation. Our objective is to foster the creativeprocess of filmmakers by offering them access, space and time to explore something new, something theymight not otherwise have the means to do.

THE PROGRAMME The FILM FACTORY provides the environment, the tools and the training for artists to undertake creative risksin the development, exploration, and experimentation of their own artistic practice of film as an art form.Through offering filmmakers a process-oriented approach to filmmaking and giving them the freedom, time andopportunity to explore and invent new approaches, crafts and techniques of the filmmaking process, the FILMFACTORY becomes a vital incubator for new visions in film. FILM FACTORY participants have the opportunity to work on their project within our fiscal year (April 1, 2015 -March 31, 2016) with access to MAIN FILM'S equipment, facilities and workshops. If the training required bythe filmmaker for their project is more specialized than MAIN FILM'S regular workshops can offer, individualtraining is provided. Filmstock may be available, but recipients must pay for their own processing. Successful proposals will demonstrate the filmmaker's readiness to explore and to innovate, as well as theirneed to further their own individual filmmaking language. They must have a particular goal in mind which neednot necessarily be an end product, but could be. The most innovative projects are supported - from aesthetic exploration to cultural contribution. Filmmakers atall levels of experience are welcome to apply. The number of artists supported each year is a maximum of five.

Applicants must provide a list of equipment, facilities and training they expect to use. A work schedule must besubmitted. No budget is required for the application.

There is no cash awarded.

ELIGIBILITY Filmmakers do not need to be Main Film members to apply. However, successful candidates must become amember of Main Film to trigger the support. Those who are already Main Film members must be members ingood standing. Individual artists may benefit from this programme only twice.

All applicants must be Canadian citizens or have permanent resident status.

5. FILM FESTIVAL DEADLINES

YFF 2015 Call for Submissions Launches on New Digital Platform www.yorktonfilm.com Deadline for all submissions is midnight (CST) on January 31

The Yorkton Film Festival is proud to announce that it has opened its call for submissions for the 2015 festival.For the first time, YFF has teamed with Submittable to allow filmmakers to digitally submit their submissions tothe festival.



“We’ve taken some tremendous steps preparing for this year’s festival.” said Executive Director Randy Goulden.“We’re excited to be working with Submittable to allow filmmakers to digitally submit their films. We hope inthe long run, it will help filmmakers from across Canada to more easily submit their materials to our festival.” In addition to this new submission process, YFF has also launched a completely revamped website. “As NorthAmerica’s longest running film festival, we’ve reached the age where we need little cosmetic touch ups now andthen.” joked Randy Goulden. “The new website is very stylish, very modern, and I think people are going to beimpressed with the work that has been put into it.” YFF is also proud to announce the introduction of Super Early Bird pricing. From now until November 21, allregular submissions qualify for the $50 Super Early Bird entry fee;; Student Productions can be submitted for$20 until December 19.

For more information, please contact: Scott Stelmaschuk Festival Coordinator [email protected] P: 1-306-782-7077 F: 1-306-782-1550

The LIDF is calling for films for programming in 2014/15. http://www.lidf.co.uk/ ;;

The Call for Films is open and international. All subject matter is considered. Feature length and Short films(less than 40min) are accepted. First time and established filmmakers all welcome. Films must be producedafter July 1st 2012.

The LIDF has been selected as a qualifying film festival by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts andSciences. Recipients of the festival’s prize in the Documentary Short Subject category will qualify forconsideration at the Annual Academy Awards® (OSCAR®) without the standard theatrical run, provided thefilm otherwise complies with the Academy rules.

Among the new initiatives to be unveiled are: • LIDF Touring Festival • Educational Resources Film Catalogue • A ‘Conversation’ page for filmmaker on the LIDF web-site. Useful for promotion of current and future projects- including crowd-funding options • Reduced entry cost to the new Oxford Documentary Film Festival (2014 launch) - with no need to resubmityour film • Ideas Exchange

We look forward to seeing your films.

To submit your film to the LIDF, read the Regulations, and Frequently Asked Questions goto: http://www.lidf.co.uk/ ;;

Outlier Film Festival Now Accepting Submissions for the 2015 http://outlierfilmfestival.com/new-products/

Outlier Film Festival takes place in Halifax, NS. It is the first festival of its kind on the East Coast of Canada.



Focusing on the genres of cult, fantasy, experimental, documentary, horror, and science fiction, the organizersare drawing on selections from across our region and around the world to compile a diverse collection of worksthat challenge, delight, and disturb. Outlier Film Festival acknowledges the support of Arts Nova Scotia. The festival's sponsors include StrangeAdventures, Obsolete Records, Pro Skateboards & Snowboards, Film & Creative Industries NovaScotia, Garrison Brewing, Octopi Computers, and Village Sound. For more information on Outlier, visit: http://outlierfilmfestival.com Media Contact: Matt Charlton Pigeon Row [email protected]

35th Atlantic Film Festival - 2015 Call For Entry http://atlanticfilm.com/ The Atlantic Film Festival is now pleased to make a Call for Entry to the 35th Annual Atlantic Film Festivaltaking place September 17-24, 2015.

FEES AND ENTRY DEADLINES:ATLANTIC CANADA Early Submission Deadline ($25 fee): May 15th, 2015 Final Deadline ($30 fee): June 12th, 2015Late Deadline ($40 fee): June 19th, 2015 Extended Deadline ($50 fee): June 26th, 2015

FEES AND ENTRY DEADLINES: CANADA AND THE WORLD Early Submission Deadline ($35 fee): May 15th, 2015 Final Deadline ($40 fee): June 12th, 2015Late Deadline ($50 fee): June 19th, 2015 Extended Deadline ($60 fee): June 26th, 2015

Submissions for the 2015 Festival will be accepted through both FilmFreeway and Withoutabox.

Submissions for the 11th Annual Bay Street Film Festival are now OPEN. http://www.baystreetfilmfestival.ca/the-festival/submissions/ Early Bird Deadline: February 27th, 2015

We are accepting submissions through a new service called FilmFreeway, through which the submission feeswill all be at student-priced rates for our 2015 festival submissions ($10.00 cheaper than last year’s submissionfees through Withoutabox). We encourage you to submit through FilmFreeway, where you can upload yourscreener directly for HD viewing, and the like. You may also mail your submission and all required materials toour office directly. Please do NOT send your submission through courier service (e.g. FedEx®) that will requirea signature upon delivery – this can delay your submission’s arrival. Please send by standard post or by courierservice that offers delivery without signature to 314 Bay Street, ATTN: Bay Street Film Festival, Thunder Bay,ON, P7B 1S1, Canada. Contact us at [email protected] with any issues or questions.



Friday, February 27, 2015 - Earlybird Deadline Student/ FilmFreeway Fee $15.00

Friday, March 27, 2015 - Regular Deadline Student/ FilmFreeway Fee $20.00

Friday, April 24, 2015 - Late Deadline Student/ FilmFreeway Fee $25.00

Friday, May 15, 2015 - Extended Deadline Student/ Film Freeway Fee $30.00

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: 2015 INSIDE OUT TORONTO LGBT FILM FESTIVAL http://insideout.ca/initiatives/toronto ;; Deadline: February 6, 2015

Inside Out hosts one of the largest queer film festivals internationally, highlighting film and video created by

and about lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans (LGBT) people. Taking place over 11 days, the Festival draws crowds

of 35,000 to screenings, artist talks, panel discussions, installations and parties that highlight more than 200

works from Canada and around the world. Inside Out is currently accepting submissions for the 25th annual

festival edition (May 21-May 31, 2015). Regular submission deadline is February 6, 2015 ($25 submission fee).

Full details can be found here: http://insideout.ca/initiatives/toronto ;;

6. COMMUNITY NEWS

Chuch Lake Cinemateque in CSC Magazine

In November 2014, lifetime AFCOOP member, Christopher Ball had his article, "Keeping 35mm ExhibitionAlive," Published in Canadian Cinematographer.

See the full article at: http://www.cbifilms.com/#!/church-lake-cinemateque-in-the-csc-magazine

Nominations for 2015 Wave Awards Due February 2nd, 2015 www.wift-at.com/waveawards Do you know a woman who should be recognized for her film, television or digital media work? We would love

to hear from you! On March 1st 2015 Woman in Film and Television - Atlantic (WIFT-AT) is pleased to host its fifth annual Woman

Making Waves Awards Brunch. We are currently looking for nominations for the 2015 award winners.

The goal is to salute woman in the screen industry for their : • Contributions



• Accomplishments • Emerging talent • Vision, leadership • Dedication • Outstanding behind the scenes support

Women from all four Atlantic provinces are eligible. Any woman in the Atlantic Canadian Industry at level can

be nominated;; from directors to set designers, to bookkeepers, producers, volunteers. Anyone, female or male,

can submit nominations, and as there is no limit to the number submitted by any one person, please send

nominations for any and everyone you think should be recognized for her work.

To submit a nomination please send a document convincingly detailing why your nominees(s) should be

recognized by WIFT-AT (800 words maximum). Also send along resume and/or filmography of nominee(s) and

contact information for both yourself and the nominee(s). In your nomination pitch you may want to consider

including any volunteer work, awards, achievements, and most importantly - a personal endorsement.

Nominations are due by Monday, February 2, 2015 and can be submitted by email to

[email protected]. All nominations will be kept confidential, with only the award recipients being

announced at the WMW Awards Brunch. If you have submitted a nomination in the past for a woman who was

not selected as an award recipient, we hope that you’ll resubmit your nomination.

For more details go to www.wift-at.com/waveawards

Women Making Waves- Call for Volunteers http://www.wift-at.com

We are all so excited that Women Making Waves is just around the corner (February 27 to March 1), and we

would be delighted to have you involved! Women in Film and Television-Atlantic could not offer such an engaging conference without the impressive skills

and commitment of our volunteers. Over the next few months we will have plenty of work ahead of us, but we

know, with the help of our dedicated membership, that we can deliver an amazing experience. Below are conference areas that could use an extra hand or two:

Videography - We want to film our panels and speakers this year, so everyone can enjoy the conference from

anywhere. Photography - Images speak a thousand words, so we need someone to capture all the fun on camera. Technical – Getting wired, plugged in, and amped up is essential for our conference, and no we aren’t referring

to energy drinks. Outreach - Getting the word out is essential. If you are a good communicator then this is the position for you. Social Media - We need someone with quick fingers who is always ready to tweet, post, or hashtag. Silent Auction - Our silent auction must be bursting with goodies! Ushers and Runners - We want to make sure no one is separated from the pack, so get your sneakers on and

guide the crowds.

If you’d like to help, please let us know! Message info@wift-at.com with your contact information and how

you’d like to be involved and we’ll follow up with a phone call to chat about the opportunities in person early in



the New Year! And as thanks for the hard work, those who are generous with their time are able to get to see

the Saturday panels and workshops for free.

Sponsorship Opportunity Local Restaurants and Food Vendors http://atlanticfilm.com/

The Atlantic Film Festival is currently seeking local restaurants and food vendors to join us for the celebration of

our 35th festival, September 17 - 24, 2015 as sponsors like our friends from Sweet Spot Chocolate Shop (in the

photo above).

Your commitment as a sponsor would be to contribute a selection of food offerings, helping our wonderful team

of volunteers and staff put on one of the marquee events in Halifax, NS!

In return, your brand will be profiled throughout the festival, with strategic logo placement on marketing

collateral, ad placements within our annual program guide (8,000 printed) plus a variety of web advertising

options. As a film festival, we would also offer you feature film vouchers to dispense as you please, depending

on the level of commitment you are able to provide!

Become a part of the Atlantic Film Festival team and see why 30,000 people descend upon the Festival each

September!

Contact us today!

For all sponsorship opportunities: Darin Roche. Sales and Sponsorship Manager

902-334-1422

[email protected]

SOCIAL ENTERPRISE INNOVATION COMPETITION LAUNCHES IN NOVA SCOTIA www.novascotia.coop. Deadline: January, 23rd, 2015

The Nova Scotia Co-operative Council has launched a Social Enterprise Innovation Competition. Three prizes

will be awarded, one in each Region (South west Valley, Northern/ Central, and Cape Breton). The prize is a

$2500.00 equity contribution plus 10 hours of technical assistance (governance training, business plan review,

etc). The Social Enterprise Innovation Competition is open to all social enterprises in Nova Scotia who meet the

eligibility criteria. They can be start-ups (registered/incorporated and ready to launch), or established social

enterprises looking to grow or become more innovative. Municipalities, First Nations, and other agencies

considering a social enterprise to address a local challenge or opportunity are also eligible. Social enterprises

are defined as enterprises that use market-oriented production for the sale of goods and/or services to further

a public benefit mission. In other words, the enterprises must be operating a business activity – selling a

product or service. The social enterprise can take the form of a not-for-profit, non-profit, a co-operative or

social purpose business which are for-profit but designed to fulfil a social mission. Social enterprises have a

strong emphasis on meeting a community need or maximizing an opportunity that will benefit the broader

community. Examples may be, (though not limited to), a local daycare, transportation system for seniors or

persons with disabilities, recycling depot, homecare and healthcare services, etc.



“The Nova Scotia Co-operative Council is keenly interested in stimulating and supporting the creation ofcommunity owned enterprises that can address local issues and maximize a local opportunity. There is agrowing market of business enterprises that combine economic, social and environmental goals, which clearlycreate a win, win, win situation. The social enterprise competition will allow us to not only support localinnovation but also create a pipeline of opportunities that can be supported in the future,” said DianneKelderman, President & CEO of the Nova Scotia Co-operative Council.

The deadline for the first round of applications is January 23, 2014. Those wishing to apply can do so byvisiting www.novascotia.coop.

Shape the Municipal Budget 2015/ Deadline – End of January

http://shapeyourcityhalifax.ca/hfxtax2015

HRM wants to hear from residents about how you think the municipal budget should be allocated. The BudgetAllocator is an online tool that provides residents with a unique glimpse into experiencing the balancing of thecity’s budget. Residents can simulate adjusting the municipal tax dollars allocated to various services liketransit, parks, and policing and see the potential impact this has on both service delivery and the overallbudget. For more info on the budget and link to the budget allocator goto: http://shapeyourcityhalifax.ca/hfxtax2015

Time to Clear the Air: Art on Environmental Racism by Mi'kmaw and African Nova

Scotian Youth Project http://www.enrichproject.org/programs/time-to-clear-the-air/

The Environmental Noxiousness, Racial Inequities & Community Health Project (ENRICH) (which is beingconducted through the School of Nursing at Dalhousie) has launched "Time to Clear the Air: Art onEnvironmental Racism by Mi'kmaw and African Nova Scotian Youth" in collaboration with the School ofEnvironment & Sustainability at Dalhousie. The purpose of this initiative is to create a platform for Mi'kmaw andAfrican Nova Scotian youth to give voice to their experiences with and perspectives on environmental racismthrough art (music, poetry, spoken word, dance, graphic art, photography, painting, short fiction, storytelling,etc.). The initiative hopes to spark greater awareness of and dialogue about environmental racism amongMi’kmaw and African Nova Scotian youth. If you are an artist (or know someone who is an artist) who is willing to facilitate art workshops for youth orwish to learn more about the project, please contact the coordinators at the email below.

Facebook for Time to Clear the Air:https://www.facebook.com/pages/Time-to--Clear-the-Air/310242072512935?ref=br_tf Email: [email protected] Website for ENRICH Project: http://www.enrichproject.org/

7. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Position Title: Lighter / Composition Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia Job Type: Contract



CG Opportunities – Lighter Compositor

CG production for DHX Media, based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, seeks Lighter / Compositor to join our growingteam. Knowledge of Maya essential, Renderman and Nuke X highly desirable. Studio environment is fast-pacedand committed to creating high quality animation. Candidates should thrive as part of a team and take directionwell.

Responsibilities Include:

Collaborate with Supervisors to determine the projects’ needs. Work closely with Lighting/VFX Artists to troubleshoot and fix problems arising in the course of production. Take direction from Technical Director, Lead, and Series Director.

Qualifications Include:

Full knowledge of Maya (Mel knowledge a plus) Effects animation experience in film or animated television series. Experience in producing effects such as smoke, clouds, water, steam and dust. Renderman knowledge an asset Nuke X knowledge an asset Python scripting is a plus. Must be extremely detail oriented and organized.

Candidates MUST be Canadian citizens or already have Landed Immigrant status in Canada. This opportunity is located in Halifax, Nova Scotia and requires relocating to this city for the duration of theterm.

Interested candidates must email a PDF of your resume, reel breakdown and online portfolio [email protected].

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Make the BIG email your own!

Looking to volunteer on a film shoot? Want to let people know about your film related venture? Email a short paragraph to [email protected]

AFCOOP operates with generous support from the Canada Council for the Arts, the Nova Scotia Department ofCommunities, Culture and Heritage and the loyal volunteerism of our membership and the filmmakingcommunity.

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