CMPA - BC Branch

📢 Are you interested in learning about heat and wildfire smoke risks on production? Join us on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at 1:30 pm ET / 10:30 am PT for a webinar to learn more and understand responsibilities related to identifying and managing exposure risks that can help productions plan ahead. The webinar is a co-presentation between the CMPA, @DGCTalent, Producing for the Planet and the @actsafe Safety Association. Learn more ➡️ cmpa.ca/events/hot-set…

🎥 Exciting news from @smifilmsociety! Apply for their new EMPOWERING CREATORS program, equipping 9 BC filmmakers with tools to create impactful content, led by senior artists. 🌍 Final deadline: June 17th. Apply now at bit.ly/4bSuP2o

📢Calling all producers! 📢 Applications are now OPEN for the 2024 Indiescreen Awards! 📽️ The awards recognize excellence in 🇨🇦 feature film production, and have a grand prize of $20,000 for the Established Producer category and $10,000 for the Kevin Tierney Emerging Producer category. This year, we're excited to bring the annual ceremony to Halifax, Nova Scotia, as part of @thefilmfest for the first time! To be eligible, you must have served as the lead producer (or part of the production team) on a Canadian feature film that premiered or will premiere in 2024. More details and eligibility criteria are available on the Indiescreen Awards webpage. cmpa.ca/indiescreen-aw…

NOW OPEN: CMPA British Columbia Production Mentorship Program to all BC-based CMPA member companies and mentee candidates who have a demonstrated interest in working in production and the ultimate goal of becoming producers. Apply at bit.ly/3wRhl7U

We're beyond grateful for @CMPABC's support for our festival. 🙌🍁 Their unwavering support and dedication to nurturing the film, television, and digital media industry in British Columbia is truly invaluable. From negotiating labor agreements to organizing export development initiatives, and advocating for our sector with government bodies, they're the driving force behind the success of countless productions. Through conferences, workshops, and mentorship programs, CMPA BC is not just fostering the careers of today's producers, but also shaping the future of Canadian content creation. Their efforts extend far beyond the screen, as they champion policy changes on broadcasting, copyright, taxation, and trade, ensuring a thriving environment for the industry as a whole. CMPA BC's commitment to excellence, innovation, and the cultural and economic value of our industry is truly inspiring. 🌟 Thank you for being an indispensable partner in our journey to showcase the best of Canadian talent on the global stage! 🎥💫 #sundarprize #sundarprizefilmfestival #spff2024 #filmfestival #cmpa #canadianmediaproducersassociation #cmpabc #sponsor #britishcolumbia #celebratinghumanresilience #resilience #humanity #cinemameetssocialchange #storytelling #socialjustice #filmmakers #filmmaking #salish #coastsalish #vancouver #surrey

Register for free at bit.ly/3Qr7kVy for Reel Green Sustainable Production training session on May 23rd from 11am to 1pm PDT. With this training, you'll gain the knowledge and tools to reduce the environmental impact of production. #motionpicture #production #ReelGreen

One Stop Business Workshop returns with its spring edition, focused on pitching to Canadian content commissioners! The CMPA, alongside @CBC and CAVCO, will host the workshops virtually on May 7, 8, & 9 at 1 pm ET. More information and FREE tickets ➡️ eventbrite.ca/e/one-stop-bus…

Are you an emerging Black producer looking for an opportunity to hone your skills and grow your career in producing? The deadline to apply for the BSO-CMPA Black Producer Accelerator Program is fast approaching! Made possible with support from @EntPartners, the program focuses on increasing representation and supporting the career growth of Black producers in Canada. Learn more and apply now: cmpa.ca/mentorship/bla… Deadline: May 3, 2024 CMPA member companies interested in the program and seeking potential candidates to co-apply with, can reach out to us.

NOW OPEN: The Equity and Emerging Development Program supports emerging and/or equity seeking B.C. filmmakers. Creators can receive a grant of up to $10,000 for team collaboration on research, a concept, or a script. Apply by May 10, 2024 Learn more: bit.ly/4b8gA8R

On April 22, #ReelGreen is hosting Carbon Calculator Training. Derived from one of the motion picture industry’s leading carbon calculators, Reel Green™ has adapted a carbon calculator for productions in B.C. to use. Learn more: creativebc.com/calendar/reel-… #BCFilm #WatchBC

Ready for the Scripted Summit! Today we'll hear pitches from our Scripted Series Lab cohort, plus discussions with @CMPABC, @omnifilm, @kpassiton, and more.

On April 14, #ReelGreen is hosting Sustainable Production Training. Upon successful completion of the course, attendees will: 🍃Understand production's impact & how to reduce it 🍃Discover resources 🍃 How to collect & report data Learn more: creativebc.com/calendar/reel-… #BCFilm

CMPA-BC is excited to support the 2024 @actsafe BC Arts & Entertainment Safety Conference. For CMPA-BC members interested in attending virtually, please email vancouver@cmpa.ca to receive a promo code.

Lana Popham, BC's Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture, and Sport, and Liz Shorten, COO of CMPA, met to discuss the crucial role of BC’s indie producers in driving domestic film production. Excited for our cinematic journey! #collaboration #filmindustry #bcproducers

Attn members! Take advantage of this limited-time offer of 40% off a new @WIFT membership. Today only, in honour of #InternationalWomensDay!

Join The Centre for Sustainable Practice in the Arts for a Fireside Chat with Naomi Johnson, Executive Director of imagineNATIVE Film + Media Arts Festival – the world’s largest Indigenous multimedia festival! Reserve @ bit.ly/3uGGnpd Date: February 29 Time: 3:00PM EST

Attention Indigenous producers! @CBC is seeking your feedback on how well its programming connects with Indigenous audiences and how they can improve their collaboration with Indigenous creators and producers in Canada. If you're an independent Indigenous producer of English-language audio or audiovisual content, you are also invited to participate in a virtual consultation on February 28th to share your thoughts. To share your feedback and/or sign up for the consultation, visit this link: eventbrite.ca/e/cbc-consulta…

Next Week: FactualWEST workshop series 2024! The first is “So You Want To Be a Reality TV Director?”, February 27 @ 5:30 pm Pacific. The second is “How to Develop & Produce the Next True Crime Hit”, March 5 @ 5:30 pm Pacific. To register, visit: factualwest.ca

There's no party like a Prime Time party! 🎉 #PT2024 Hope to see you all again next year!

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