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WIFT-T Jobs
Project Coordinator

WIFT-T is now accepting applications for Project Coordinator, an eight-month contract position created to assist with the delivery of our 2011 industry research report—an update to our 2004 study on employment trends in Canadian screen-based media. Duties also include general administrative support.

The successful applicant will work full-time, five days per week from the WIFT-T office. Occasional early morning, evening and weekend hours are required, and the applicant must be available to attend the WIFT-T International Women in Digital Media Summit in Stratford, Ontario, October 23-25, 2011.

Applications are due Wednesday March 16 at 5PM EDT. The contract term is April 11 – December 31, 2011.
Click here for the online posting or download the PDF.

WIFT-T Short Film Showcase
Tickets 75% Sold

Tickets to WIFT-T’s 2011 Short Film Showcase are going fast! Don’t miss this exciting lineup of WIFT-T member films and your chance to win two Priority Passes to NXNE 2011!

After the screening, guests are invited to mix and mingle, enjoy complimentary refreshments, and welcome WIFT-T’s new Executive Director, Heather Webb. Find out if your favourite film won the Audience Choice Award!
Buy your tickets today.

When | Tuesday March 15, 6PM - 9PM
Where | Deluxe Postproduction, 424 Adelaide St. East
Tickets | $10 + HST ($11.30) for members, $15 + HST ($16.95) for non-members. Complete a ticket order form.

WIFT-T Programs

Astral Media Mentorship

The Astral Media Mentorship is a national competitive program that gives one Canadian producer (male or female) who is a visible minority, Aboriginal, or an individual with a disability, the opportunity to develop their marketing strategy and hone their pitch and presentation skills for the 2011 Banff World Media Festival.

The winner receives festival registration, round-trip airfare, and accomodation in Banff, as well as a five-day pre-festival mentorship with industry consultants and an Astral Media executive. The 2011 Astral Media Mentorship takes place May 30 – June 3.

Click here for complete guidelines and the application form. Applications are due Monday April 11, 2011, at 5PM EDT.

WIFT-T Development Incubator

The WIFT-T Development Incubator is a national competitive program designed to develop market-driven feature films. Five emerging/intermediate producer-and-writer teams, with feature-length projects in development, receive the opportunity to work intimately with international consultants and develop their screenplays with a story editor. The program includes small group sessions and one-on-one consultations with financial and creative experts.

When | June 21 - 24, 2011
Where | Downtown Toronto
Application Deadline | Monday April 11, 5PM EDT

Click here for complete guidelines and the application form. One bursary is available to support a producer-writer team from Manitoba or Saskatchewan.

Production Accounting

There are a limited number of spots remaining for the fifth and final module of the 2010/2011 WIFT-T Business Management for Media Professionals Program. The 2011/2012 cycle will begin this September.

Production Accounting explores the roles 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. Through a comprehensive review of bookkeeping and specifics for media production, the course will familiarize students with the statements and processes required to operate a production company. Read more.

When | April 9, 16 & 30, 10AM - 3PM
Where | Chestnut Conference Centre, 89 Chestnut Street
Cost | Members $300 (+ HST), Non-members $400 (+ HST)
Registration | Complete a Programming Registration Form

Support WIFT-T

Industry Research Study

In spring 2011, WIFT-T will begin research to update its groundbreaking 2004 study on employment trends in Canadian screen-based media. The new research will focus on the impact of recent trends and the participation of women and people from diverse backgrounds in all areas of the screen-based media industry. Read more.

Partnership Opportunities

For over 20 years, WIFT-T has delivered quality professional development to our members and the general public. Partnership in our special events or programs is an ideal way to position your company as a business leader interested in advancing the careers of women and men in Canada’s entertainment industry. Partnerships range from $5,000 - $50,000. We will tailor a package to suit your marketing needs that includes a mix of advertising, special events and programming. Read more.

Donate

Your donation to the Foundation for Women in Film & Television – Toronto supports mentorships, bursaries, research and programming for women. Our donors are recognized annually in our Crystal Awards program and through bursaries in their name. Help us build a foundation for women. Charitable tax receipts are issued for all donations. Read more.

WIFT-T Member Discounts

2011 Banff World Media Festival

Save $455 on registration for Banff 2011! Join industry leaders and decision-makers at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel for a unique mix of networking, insight and learning, and to celebrate the best and brightest in the industry.

Festival highlights include Dana Walden and Gary Newman of Twentieth Century Fox; Mike Farah, President of Production, Funny or Die; and face-to-face meetings with top development executives from Comedy Central, Showtime Networks, ITV Global Entertainment and ABC Entertainment Group. View the schedule at a glance for more details or sign up for the newsletter.

Email wift@wift.com for your discount registration link. Register with two colleagues to save more. For more details, contact Katye Seip at kseip@achillesmedia.com.

Dynamix Solutions

Members receive a 10% discount on all Dynamix Solutions IT services. Contact Danny Vasic at 416-657-2449 ext. 6659 or email dvasic@dynamixsolutions.com to learn more. Let Dynamix Solutions simplify your IT while you take care of running your business. Visit dynamixsolutions.com.

NXNE Interactive 2011

June 15-18, 2011 | Hyatt Regency Toronto
Members receive a 10% discount for NXNEi 2011, a unique conference that brings together new media producers, digital creators, tech entrepreneurs, web designers and developers, and social media aficionados. This year's event will focus on connecting film professionals with interactive companies and technologies, while continuing 2010's emphasis on music content. Registrants will enjoy three days of conference sessions, panels and keynote addresses. Click here for more information.

Power of Women | Last Chance

WIFT-T members receive $45 off tickets to the Power of Women, a full-day speaker series featuring Academy Award winning actor Sigourney Weaver, Daytime Emmy Award winner Joy Behar, author and motivational speaker Loretta LaRoche and more! Click here for full event details.

When | Friday April 1, 2011, 9AM – 5PM
Where | Metro Toronto Convention Centre, South Building
Tickets | ~~$234~~ $189 (+ HST). Please add $5 service charge per transaction. Sales are final. Tickets are transferable. Email wift@wift.com for purchase details. Buy five tickets and receive the sixth for free!

Hot Docs 2011 | Early Bird Last Call

Members receive $50 off the price of an Industry Pass to the Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Film Festival (April 28 - May 8). Register by March 18 to receive the early bird rate in addition to your membership discount!

Email wift@wift.com with “Hot Docs” in the subject line to access the discount code. Visit www.hotdocs.ca for more information and to register.

FITC Toronto
The Design & Technology Festival

WIFT-T members receive a 15% discount on registration for FITC Toronto 2011, featuring over 80 presentations, demonstrations, and panel discussions with unique and engaging presenters from around the globe. Now in its 10th year, the festival includes parties, networking opportunities, and the FITC Award Show—three days and nights that will leave you inspired and energized. For more information, visit www.fitc.ca/toronto.

When | May 2 - 4, 2011
Where | Guvernment Entertainment Complex
Registration | Email wift@wift.com for the discount code

Audio Network

Audio Network was launched in 2001 with the intention of being the best music library available. They now boast a growing library of more than 35,000 tracks, covering all genres from orchestral to hip hop.

Audio Network licenses music on a per production basis. WIFT-T members receive a 20% discount on the single production license fee of $495, which provides unlimited access to the entire library. For more information, visit www.audionetwork.com or contact Ms. Randi Gold at Randi.gold@audionetwork.com or 905-655-4897.

Bottle Blonde Productions

Bottle Blonde Productions is offering WIFT-T members a 20% discount on business affairs and production management services. Click here for more information.

Christine’s Fitness

WIFT-T members receive the corporate membership rate of $399 per year at Christine’s Fitness & Personal Training. Christine’s Fitness offers personal training at two locations and pilates, yoga, hydrotherapy, shiatsu, reflexology, chiropractic care, active release therapy and acupuncture at the 912 Yonge Street location. Visit christinesfitness.com or call Christine Steiger at 416-969-9912.

D.J. Woods

WIFT-T members receive a 20% discount on equipment rentals (excluding cross rental items). To access the discount code, email wift@wift.com with D.J. Woods Discount in the subject line. For details on equipment and rates, please visit www.djwoods.com.

Deluxe

WIFT-T members receive discounts on Deluxe sound and laboratory services. Contact Diane for more information.

Drake Hotel

Members receive preferred corporate rates for accommodation at the Drake Hotel (1150 Queen St. W). Click here for room types and amenities and email wift@wift.com for pricing details. Please note rates do not apply for black out periods.

Meet with Drake
From brainstorming sessions to team-building activities, Drake’s in-house events team puts a creative twist on every event. A wide range of venues allows you to host big, small and even tiny groups. With delicious catering, custom cocktail options and AV support in each room, Drake is fully equipped to help your meeting run smoothly.

The Media Concierge

The Media Concierge is pleased to offer WIFT-T members a 10% discount on Closed Captioning, Descriptive Video, Broadcast Transfers, PAL Standards Conversion and DVD & Blu-Ray services. Please contact Trevor Tyre at trevor@themediaconcierge.com for more information.

Propagation Media

Propagation Media is offering a 15% discount to all WIFT-T members for design services. Email info@propagationmedia.com for a quote or more information.

WIFT-T Partner News

Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television (ACCT)

All Academy events are held at 49 Ontario Street, 5th Floor, Toronto (public parking at Richmond and Berkeley streets). Admission is $5 for ACCT members and $20 for non-members. RSVP to 416-366-2227 ext. 239 or angie@academy.ca. For more information, click here.

International Doc Distribution & You
Wednesday March 9 | 8:15AM – 9:15AM
Hear Gemini Award-winning filmmakers Peter Raymont and Michele Hozer speak about the challenges and rewards of getting a documentary distributed internationally.

Digital Media & You
Wednesday March 23 | 8:15AM – 9:15AM
Curtis Priest, CEO and Founder of Pixelcarve, and Arnie Zipursky, President/CEO and Co-Chairman of CCI Entertainment, will discuss what’s new in the digital community and how to best integrate digital media into productions. The session will be moderated by Mark Bishop, Executive Producer/Partner with marblemedia and Chair of the Board at Interactive Ontario.

The Broadcasters’ Pitch
Tuesday March 29 | 6:30PM – 8:00PM
In this in-depth session, Discovery Channel’s Director of Commissioning & Production Ann Harbron and Executive Producer of Interactive Michael Shewchenko discuss what broadcasters are looking for and the best way to reach them.

31st Annual Genie Awards
The 31st annual Genie Awards will be broadcast on CBC March 10, 2011 at 8PM. For more information, click here.

Videoscope

Come to Videoscope for affordable 3D TV production gear and to see the new Sony PMW-F3 camcorder! The PMW-F3 records internally to Sony’s SxS™ ExpressCards and features a Super 35mm CMOS imager, designed for full cinema quality.

Shooting 3D for television can be cost-effective with the right equipment. Videoscope carries the 3D Beam-Splitter Pro Rig and the 3D Side-by-Side Pro Rig; plus, their staff has the expertise to help you find what you need.

Contact Production Sales Team members Gord Haas or Ken Thasan, or Rental Camera Specialist Joe Freitas at 416-449-3030 or toll free at 877-387-2673. Click here for more information on 3D TV Equipment.

Canadian Media Production Association (CMPA)

As of March 14, the CMPA will be accepting new membership applications for the new membership year, beginning April 1, 2011. The CMPA represents independent professional film, TV and digital producers in all genres of production from across Canada.

Members receive a wide range of benefits, including production discounts, access to mentorship programs, industry news and updates, industry development and regulatory support, and professional development and networking opportunities. For more information, click here or contact Lisa Moreau at lisa.moreau@cmpa.ca or 613-233-1444 ext. 229.

Praxis 2011 Story Editor Internship

One bursary is available for an applicant outside of Vancouver to attend the 2011 Story Editor Internship, presented by Praxis and supported by Astral’s Harold Greenberg Fund.

Working with accomplished screenwriters and industry professionals, interns will analyze story, character, genre and theme while developing the skills required to guide creative work and mediate between writer and producer.

The program includes:

1. Praxis Summer Workshop—three days of script readings and discussions, followed by private sessions between advisors and writers on creative and practical issues.

2. Placement with a production company for a two- or three-week paid development position.

Click here for full details. Please note you must indicate on your application if you wish to apply for the bursary. The deadline is May 6, 2011.

Canadian Film Centre (CFC)

Take 2: The Reel Challenge
Make a short film or PSA about why copyright is important for creators and how illegal copying and distribution hurts the creative industries. The deadline is March 25, 2011 and the grand prize is $10,000! Click here for details.

SHORTSNONSTOP
Be in the running to win $1,500! SHORTSNONSTOP is a digital festival brought to you by TELUS and the CFC. The deadline is April 15, 2011. Click here for full details.

WSFF Screenplay Giveaway Contest
Short scripts win big prizes! Submit your short script for a chance to win a filmmaking package worth over $60,000. Click here for details or email shortfilmfest@cfccreates.com for more info. The submission deadline is May 9, 2011.

CFC Features
CFC Features is looking to invest in Canadian filmmakers with engaging stories for the big screen. From development to distribution, CFC Features offers an unparalleled opportunity to make your movie a reality. Click here for more information. The deadline is May 27, 2011.

A World of Shorts | Ode to Irish Cinema
The Emerald Isle is known for its vibrancy, controversy and pints of stout; but contemporary Irish cinema is equally diverse and compelling. Grab your clan and kick-start St. Paddy’s with this ode to Irish short film. Sláinte!

When | March 16, 7PM
Where | NFB Mediatheque, 150 John Street, Toronto
Tickets | $6 regular, $4 students/seniors/NFB members

2011 ReelWorld Film Festival

From April 6-10, 2011, the ReelWorld Film Festival will celebrate its 11th year. Providing a platform to showcase Canadian filmmakers from diverse backgrounds, ReelWorld gives presence to films that reflect the Canada we see, day-to-day, on our streets.

Through initiatives such as the Indie Film Lounge, the festival provides filmmakers from diverse communities with the opportunity to foster relationships and build industry connections. Held in September during the Toronto International Film Festival, the Indie Film Lounge brings young filmmakers together with national and international industry experts, as well as ReelWorld alumni, for networking and development. For more information, visit www.reelworld.ca.

Board of Directors

Susan Ross, Chair
Madeline Ziniak, Vice-Chair
Akhaji Zakiya, Treasurer
Kara Russell, Secretary
Wanda Bradley
Mary Bredin
Bonnie Brownlee
Prentiss Fraser
Victoria Ha
Maureen Judge
Gaye McDonald
Samantha McWilliams
Edith Myers
Muriel Solomon
Diane Williamson

Corporate Social Benefits Donors

Astral Media
Shaw Media
Corus Entertainment
CTVglobemedia
Quebecor Fund

Platinum Partners

Shaw Media
CBC Television
Deluxe
Kodak Canada

Gold Partners

Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television
Humber School of Media Studies & Information Technology
M.A.C. Cosmetics

Government Partners

Ontario Media Development Corporation
Telefilm Canada

Corporate Foundation Donors

Corus Entertainment
eOne Entertainment
Maple Pictures Corp.
Pinewood Toronto Studios
Scotiabank

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