Author Archives: NIFCO

NFB Animation Hothouse

Posted on December 15, 2011 by NIFCO

NFB Animation Hothouse 8 is Open for Submissions. Deadline: 5pm Tuesday January 24, 2012 Program Dates: March 05 – May 25, 2012 Theme: “SHEEP DREAMS” The National Film Board of Canada seeks submissions from emerging (young and not-so-young) filmmakers, creative … Continue reading →

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NIFCO Screening

Posted on November 17, 2011 by NIFCO

Third Annual NIFCO First Time Film Screening at the LSPU HALL Thursday December 8th at 8:00pm Admission $5.00. Tickets available at the Hall 753-4531.

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CFC Cineplex Entertainment Film Program

Posted on November 17, 2011 by NIFCO

The Cineplex Entertainment Film Program is a five-and-a-half month complete immersion in the art and business of dramatic filmmaking for directors, producers, writers and editors. The labs empower filmmakers to deliver strong dramatic stories and successfully survive in the film … Continue reading →

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Canadian Film Centre Features Applications Due

Posted on November 17, 2011 by NIFCO

CFC Canadian Film Centre Features is looking to invest in filmmakers from across Canada with engaging stories for the big screen. If you are a writer, director or producer with a feature film in the low-budget realm, this program offers … Continue reading →

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Call for Submissions Superchannel

Posted on November 17, 2011 by NIFCO

Are you a Canadian documentary filmmaker who wants to make the leap from producing hour-long broadcast documentaries to producing feature length documentaries for theatrical release? Super Channel would like to help you make that leap! The Super Channel Feature Documentary … Continue reading →

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Call for Submissions 2012 Island Media Arts Co-op

Posted on November 17, 2011 by NIFCO

Calling all media artists from the Atlantic provinces, The Island Media Arts Festival (IMAF) in Prince Edward Island wants you (and your work). Animators, documentarians, comics, tragedians, experimentalists, or whomever you may be… we want to see what you create. … Continue reading →

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Cinematography Talk by Dean Cundey

Posted on November 4, 2011 by NIFCO
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Women’s Film Festival Hiring

Posted on September 8, 2011 by NIFCO

The St. John’s International Women’s Film Festival is seeking to fill the following positions for its upcoming film festival – October 18-22, 2011. Candidates must be EI eligible. Please email your resume to info@womensfilmfestival.com. FILM FORUM COORDINATOR: September 12, 2011 … Continue reading →

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Nickel’s Bust a Gut Thursday

Posted on August 23, 2011 by NIFCO

The Nickel Independent Film Festival returns with Bust A Gut — a screening of local comedic shorts. The lineup includes: Screeched (written and directed by Adam Chambers, 2005) Tight (written by Robert Chafe; directed by Jillian Keiley, 1999) The Care … Continue reading →

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Music & Image 10×10 Music Video Program

Posted on August 17, 2011 by NIFCO

Music & Image has extended the deadline for applications for the 10×10 Music Video Mentorship Program! Applications will be accepted until Monday August 22 at Noon. This September, 10 Atlantic Canadian filmmakers and 10 Atlantic Canadian musicians/bands will be paired … Continue reading →

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Picture Start 2011/12

Posted on June 26, 2011 by NIFCO

The application kit (PDF) for Picture Start 2011/2012 is ready for downloading. PICTURE START is a professional development program targeted at emerging producers, directors and writers. This comprehensive skills enhancement program employs a project-oriented methodology whereby participants learn by working … Continue reading →

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Parrsboro Film Festival

Posted on June 26, 2011 by NIFCO

Parrsboro Film Festival Friday, October 14th – Sunday, October 16th Parrsboro, Nova Scotia In 2007, a group of dedicated film lovers began showing films twice a week in the former Presbyterian Church (now home to the Parrsboro Band Association www.thehall.ca) … Continue reading →

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Queer City Cinema Film & Video Festival

Posted on June 17, 2011 by NIFCO

2011 QUEER CITY CINEMA FILM & VIDEO FESTIVAL | JUNE 17+18 Location: Eastern Edge Gallery 72 Harbour Drive St. John’s, NL QUEER CITY CINEMA’S WIDE OPEN WIDE Coast to Coast 2011Tour hits St. John’s! Friday June 17th at 8:00pm Saturday … Continue reading →

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Leadership Lab

Posted on June 2, 2011 by NIFCO

On June 18th – 19th, the NLFDC, will present the Leadership Lab. Over the course of two days, the Leadership Lab will assist you to understand your communication and leadership style, help you understand your co-workers and learn new managerial … Continue reading →

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Entertainment Electric Workshop

Posted on June 2, 2011 by NIFCO

On June 25th, the NLFDC, in partnership with IATSE Local 849 will present a basic entertainment electric workshop. This workshop is a basic course that would be of use to anyone interested in working in the electrics, grip, transport and … Continue reading →

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Nickel Screenplay Series

Posted on May 6, 2011 by NIFCO

Facilitated by Lois Brown, 2011 will be the seventh year of the wildly successful Nickel Screenplay Series. Deadline for submission of short screenplays is May 20, 2011. Decisions will be made by June 3, 2011. The Nickel Independent Film Festival … Continue reading →

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Reminder: Wonderbolt Gala on April 21st

Posted on April 19, 2011 by NIFCO

A friendly reminder of Wonderbolt’s 30th Anniversary Gala on April 21st.

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Screening of “Gen Silent” Documentary

Posted on April 5, 2011 by NIFCO

Today’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender seniors grew up under harsh oppression in the years before Stonewall. Many are estranged from their families and must rely on paid caregivers for assistance with mobility, healthcare, or basic life needs. But what if … Continue reading →

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Telefilm Canada’s New Corporate Plan

Posted on April 5, 2011 by NIFCO

A message from the Chair of the Board and the Executive Director Dear industry colleagues and friends: We are pleased to launch Telefilm’s new corporate plan, entitled Fostering Cultural Success. This new plan, which focuses on stimulating demand for Canadian … Continue reading →

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26th Annual Gemini Awards – Call For Entries

Posted on April 5, 2011 by NIFCO

Entry forms for the 26th Annual Gemini Awards along with Rules & Regulations are now online at www.geminiawards.ca 2011 Entry Deadlines Programs aired between May 1/10 – Nov 30/10 TUESDAY, APRIL 12, 2011 Broadcaster submissions due April 19, 2011 Programs … Continue reading →

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