Chris Sharpe is a Winnipeg-based producer, director, and creative entrepreneur dedicated to championing Black-led stories from the Prairies. He is the founder of Black Film Space Manitoba, where he launched the Black Imagination Film Set Program to train emerging filmmakers. Chris has produced and directed projects including Relationship Remix (CBC Gem), Cool Sweepings (Bell Fibe …
Film Training Manitoba recently partnered with North Forge, the Manitoba Construction Sector Council (MCSC), and Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CM&E) on their new Women and Gender-Diverse Carpentry Workshop. This workshop provides an introduction to using tools with confidence, whether you’re pursuing a potential career in the trades or simply acquiring the skills to tackle projects …
Gabriel Daniels was born in Ottawa, Ontario, and raised in Edmonton, Alberta. Gabriel started acting in high school drama class, which led him to Edmonton’s Citadel Theatre. During that time, he was also auditioning for film and television. Gabriel landed his first role on a CBC film called Frost Fire. Shortly after that, he took …
SWIFT 2025 Keynote Speaker: Internationally Renowned Production Designer, Elisabeth Williams (Three-time Emmy Winner) Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025 (8:00 AM – 6:00 PM)Location: University of Winnipeg (Riddell Hall – 411 Spence Street)Registration Fees: General Admission: $50.00 | Students from any post-secondary school: $25.00 *Please note: Registrations are non-transferable. Registrations must be the attendees. Film Training Manitoba …
Happy Holidays! The crisp winter air is finally here, and it’s time to cozy up to the fire with a cup of hot cocoa in hand while a film plays on your TV screen. Not sure what to watch? Well, we’ve got a select list of Made-in-Manitoba movies perfect for the holiday season that you’ll …
Film Training Manitoba is delighted to share this unique recruitment platform for individuals looking to connect with job seekers across Canada with Manitoban employers. As detailed, the Work in Manitoba job portal is an innovative, one-stop platform that connects job seekers across Canada and worldwide! Creating an account is free and is designed for both …
Film Training Manitoba (FTM) proudly extends congratulations to former FTM board member Luther Alexander, who has achieved an incredible milestone—completing 1,000 miles of running within one year. Luther began his running journey in the summer of 2023 and hasn’t looked back since. Luther Alexander is an Indigenous freelance cinematographer from Minegoziibe Anishinabe (Pine Creek First …
Date: Saturday, November 29 (10:00 AM – 2:00 PM)Location: Film Training Manitoba Office (204 – 245 McDermot Avenue)For ACTRA Manitoba Members & Apprentices only! This session is now sold out! About the Workshop: An actor’s ability to confidently perform with an American accent is a key skill for landing roles in the film industry. In …