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Deadline this Thursday, September 2nd! FTM Transmedia Production Lab

In collaboration with New Media Manitoba, the TPL was designed to explore the creative challenges of developing multiplatform content from the ground up.  Trainees and their mentors will be immersed in an intensive week of practical transmedia production, culminating in the creation of a series of new multiplatform prototypes.  Fundamental concepts underlying transmedia production will …

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Career Opportunities in the local film and television industry

BUFFALO GAL PICTURES SEEKS MANAGER OF BUSINESS AFFAIRS We are seeking an experienced, highly organized, and self-motivated individual to become part of the Buffalo Gal Pictures team. Duties will include: • Responsibility for funding applications including preparing, reviewing and compiling documents necessary to go to contract with funders • tracking contractual obligations and funding drawdowns …

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Interesting facts about FTM’s Work Experience Program

Did you know? – This spring, FTM placed 19 trainees with eight different productions. These placements were subsidized by Film Training Manitoba. – In addition to placing trainees, FTM gathered resumes from dozens of interested candidates and was able to assist over twelve of them find work on a production. – FTM partners with local …

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Beyond Borders Media Awards – Nomination Deadline September 15th, 2010

The Beyond Borders Media Awards honours journalists who cover stories about the sexual exploitation of children. Work of all nominees must meet the following criteria: Increased awareness – The submission provides the audience with accurate information that highlights the dynamics and realities of sexual exploitation. It may provide new insights or uncover underlying causes of …

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2010 Script Analysis Program with Marlene Rodgers

Film Training Manitoba and the National Screen Institute present “2010 Script Analysis Program with Marlene Rodgers” The Script Analysis Program with Marlene Rodgers is a unique opportunity for three selected Manitoba feature film projects to benefit from working with an experienced story editor, the goal being to develop a market-ready feature film project. Feature length …

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Praxis announces Story Editing Internship

Story Editing Internship The Story Editing Internship 2010 is now accepting applications. The opportunities for our Interns to observe and work with senior professionals are invaluable for developing the complex skills required – not only the ability to analyze story, character, genre and theme, but also the interpersonal skills required in the delicate task of …

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