To apply please email info@nfvia.com or fax 456-2978. Please check back, as details may change.
FEATURE FILM MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
May 25-29, 2009 - 9am-5pm
Location TBA
The Northern Film and Video Industry Association is working with the producers of the feature film Red Coat Justice to provide one-on-one mentorship for Yukoner’s in specific “above the line” and “below the line” positions. Under the guidance of an experienced mentor, each participant will spend one week with their mentor learning the process and responsibilities of each role during the development of a feature film. After the formal mentorship process there will be follow-up during either the pre-production or production stage of the feature film Red Coat Justice (dates, times and details are currently TBA).
This project will assist in diversifying the production capacity of Yukon filmmakers by providing additional skills, training in the latest screen technologies and assist in developing commercial filmmakers to be more competitive in the industry marketplace.
Program Details
Mentorship is available in the following positions with the following instructors:
Director Mentor – Wyeth Clarkson
Producer Mentor – Andrew Williamson
Production Manager Mentor – Nancy Welsh
First Assistant Director Mentor - Christine Derek
Each participant will work with their mentor in a one-on-one capacity.
Participating in this program does not guarantee employment on the feature film Red Coat Justice
This is not an accredited training program, but a mentorship program with training elements.
Eligibility Criteria
At minimum, applicants must have at least one production credit in the following
o Television drama series, MOW, Mini-series
o Theatrical feature film
o Broadcast documentary
o Broadcast animation
Or two credits on a dramatic short production (theatrical, non-theatrical), or a combination of one dramatic short credit and two other non-theatrical production credits.
Application must include the following
o A cover letter describing the applicant’s education, training, production history and goals in the film industry.
o List of produced projects including year and type of production (including those in development)
o Resume
Applications will be reviewed by a selection committee comprised of Andrew Williamson (Red Coat Justice), Liz Shorten (Media Skillset Consulting) and two board members from NFVIA.
Application Deadline: Friday May 15, 2009
Applications can be sent via post, fax or email to:
NFVIA
PO Box 31340
Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 5P7
Email: info@nfvia.com
Fax: 867 456-2978
If you have ideas for future courses, please email info@nfvia.com with "Training Ideas" in the subject line.
Funding for this program is being provided by:
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Yukon Cultural Industries Training Fund (CITF)