[ May 16, 2012; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. May 23, 2012; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. June 6, 2012; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. June 13, 2012; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] Instructor | Maureen Dorey, Story Editor/Consultant
Where | Technicolor, 49 Ontario Street, Toronto
Course Fee (Part 1 only) | Members $293.80, Non-Members $361.16 (HST included)
Register | Part 1 at capacity. Go to Part 2.
In this four-session introductory series, emerging writers learn the unique nature of telling stories for the screen. Each session examines the various stages of screenwriting and the [...]
[ May 25, 2012; 8:30 am to 10:00 am. ] Where | St. Andrew’s Club, 150 King St. W, 27th Floor
Members* | $19.01 includes processing fee & HST
Guests | $24.96 includes processing fee & HST
Register | Click here!
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Explore the power of your “digital footprint,” otherwise known as your online brand. Your online network commands authority [...]
[ May 12, 2012; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. May 26, 2012; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. June 2, 2012; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] Production Management—the fourth module in the WIFT-T Business Management for Media Professionals Program (BMMP)—enables participants to manage the creation and launch of screen-based media projects. The module examines critical methods for content creation and offers strategies that maximize resources and time frames. Management methods, timelines and project life cycles are examined with a focus on supporting [...]
[ June 8, 2012; 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. ] Where | Hyatt Regency, 370 King St. W, Toronto
Students | $24.96 (includes processing fee & HST)
Members | $42.85 (includes processing fee & HST)
Guests | $48.80 (includes processing fee & HST)
Luncheon with Sabrina Geremia
Integrated Solutions Sales Leader, Google Canada
From search, to Android, to YouTube, to apps, Google is changing the way consumers access information. As content producers migrate stories to [...]
[ June 19, 2012 to June 22, 2012. ] The WIFT-T Development Incubator is a national competitive program designed to kick start market-driven feature films and support the next generation of Canadian feature film professionals.
Up to six producer/writer teams receive the opportunity to work with Canadian and international producers, development executives and story editors. Applications close Monday March 19, 2012, 5PM EDT.
Benefits
Incubator-style group sessions on script, [...]
[ June 22, 2012; 8:30 am to 10:00 am. ] Where | St. Andrew’s Club, 150 King St. W, 27th Floor
Members* | $19.01 includes processing fee & HST
Guests | $24.96 includes processing fee & HST
Register | Click here!
*For Member discount promo codes, log in to the Member Zone.
Starting your digital media business? Femme-O-Nomics is a networking and content portal that tackles the issues faced by professional women, including the [...]
[ June 23, 2012; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. July 7, 2012; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. July 14, 2012; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] The final module in the WIFT-T Business Management for Media Professionals Program (BMMP), Production Accounting explores the role and responsibilities of the production accountant and staff. Participants follow a detailed analysis of the methods and procedures used by accountants working in various sectors of the screen-based industry.
Participants will acquire hard skills and analytical tools through a comprehensive [...]
[ July 4, 2012; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. July 11, 2012; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. July 18, 2012; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. July 25, 2012; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] Instructor | Maureen Dorey, Story Editor/Consultant
Where | Technicolor, 49 Ontario Street, Toronto
Course Fee (Part 2) | Members $293.80, Non-Members $361.16 (HST included)
Register | Complete the Programming Registration Form
Recommended for emerging to intermediate writers, this four-session series expands on core concepts and builds participants’ understanding of screenwriting fundamentals, including how to: build better characters, create stronger sequences, raise the stakes, [...]
[ July 27, 2012; 8:30 am to 10:00 am. ] Where | St. Andrew’s Club, 150 King St. W, 27th Floor
Members* | $19.01 includes processing fee & HST
Guests | $24.96 includes processing fee & HST
Register | Click here!
*Find member promo codes in the Member Zone.
Is it OK to friend your boss? Can an e-mail mistake jeopardize your career? There are many grey areas when it comes to communicating [...]
[ September 20, 2012; 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. ] Where | Hyatt Regency, 370 King St. W
Cost | $20 students/$35 members/$40 regular
Register | Complete a Programming Registration Form and return to wift@wift.com
Save the date! The third luncheon in the International Women in Digital Media Speaker Series (iWDMS) will take place Thursday September 20th in Toronto. Speaker info coming soon.
About the iWDMS
MARCH | JUNE | SEPTEMBER | NOVEMBER
Focusing on industry innovation, content creation, global [...]
[ September 28, 2012; 8:30 am to 10:00 am. ] Where | St. Andrew’s Club, 150 King St. W, 27th Floor
Cost | $15 (+ HST) Members, $20 (+ HST) Non-Members
Register | Complete a Programming Registration Form and return to wift@wift.com
Technology has created a host of new job descriptions, functions and roles that need to be filled. At the same time, a relationship remains between gender and job [...]
[ October 26, 2012; 8:30 am to 10:00 am. ] Where | St. Andrew’s Club, 150 King St. W, 27th Floor
Cost | $15 (+ HST) Members, $20 (+ HST) Non-Members
Register | Complete a Programming Registration Form and return to wift@wift.com
How do you convince decision-makers to offer you a higher salary without taking yourself out of the running for the job? In our competitive economy, savvy [...]
[ December 7, 2012; 8:30 am to 10:00 am. ] Where | St. Andrew’s Club, 150 King St. W, 27th Floor
Cost | $15 (+ HST) Members, $20 (+ HST) Non-Members
Register | Complete a Programming Registration Form and return to wift@wift.com
Are you ready to contribute to corporate governance? This career advancement step is not only rewarding, but also increases recognition of your impact in your area of expertise. [...]