Dec 16 2009
Super Channel Emerging Screenwriters Contest

Super Channel is sponsoring a National screenwriting competition for unproduced emerging Canadian screenwriters.

Scripts can be submitted at SuperChannel.ca

They are accepting development submissions for feature-length drama and long-form documentary projects. They will only accept projects from Canadian producers, and the submission must qualify as Canadian productions or co-productions. Only one submission per company at a time!

Submission guidelines can be read at superchannel.ca/producers/guidelines/

DEADLINE: January 15th, 2010.

Dec 16 2009
NL Film Development Corporation position

The Newfoundland and Labrador Film Development Corporation is looking for an individual to fill the following position:

Industry Analyst

Reporting to the Executive Director, this position is responsible for the development and administration of all professional development initiatives for the Corporation based on the needs of the local film and video industry. This position is responsible for identifying human resource and professional development training needs and preparing and coordinating all aspects of workshops to be offered. In addition, this position, under the direction of the Executive Director, will have as a duty to assist in the strategic planning and development of the industry as it relates to professional development.

The ideal incumbent should possess a combination of:

1. Bachelor’s Degree
2. Experience in the Film, Television or Multi-platform environment
3. Strong written and communication skills
4. Strong ability to work as part of a team to identify and find solutions for a variety of industry needs
5. Strong ability to independently organize and accurately complete multiple tasks.

Salary to commensurate with experience.

Please forward resumes by Friday, January 15th, 2010 at 5 p.m. to:

Newfoundland and Labrador
Film Development Corporation
12 King’s Bridge Road
St. John’s, NL A1C 3K3

c/o Nancy Benoit, nancy@nlfdc.ca