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Jane LeBlanc Legacy Fund Announces 2023 Nova Scotia Creative Award Winner

June 14, 2023

The 2023 Jane LeBlanc Nova Scotia Creative Award with a cash prize of $1000 has gone to Nova Scotia filmmaker Colin MacDonald

“I am beyond excited and grateful to be selected for the JL Nova Scotia Creative Award and have the opportunity to create a documentary regarding the housing crisis in Nova Scotia. I will share stories and interviews - both personal and from our community- of the struggle to keep a roof over our heads. Thank you to the Jane LeBlanc Legacy Fund, Cat LeBlanc, the Atlantic jury, and BOYNECLARKE LLP for the generous support.”

As an award-winning filmmaker, cinematographer, and editor, Colin has been honing his creative talents in the Nova Scotia screen industry over the past ten years. He has produced over a dozen short films and music videos, including the award-winning projects Stitches (2022), Presents (2019), and Presence (2013).

Colin’s career in post-production has also granted him the opportunity to be the lead editor, colourist, and assistant editor on numerous documentary films and series, including Militaria (2020- 2023), I See You (2022), Farrin (2020), Generation We (2019), Fanarchy (2015), and Nightmare Factory (2011)

Colin’s passion lies in collaborating on documentary and narrative films that strongly focus on character and story, striving for creative and innovative ways of evoking emotion in the audience.

Colin MacDonald
Instagram: onstreampro
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/colin.macdonald.796774

Nova Scotia Creative Award sponsored by BOYNECLARKE LLP

Media Contact: Cat LeBlanc, Founder/President
Jane LeBlanc Legacy Fund
[email protected]
https://www.janeleblanclegacyfund.com

BOYNECLARKE LLP

Want to help decide the winners for the 2024 East Coast Music Awards? Whether you have experience in the music industry or are an east coast music fan, we want to hear from you! 🎶🏆

Apply now to be a juror for the 2024 ECMAs in Charlottetown, applications are open for the entirety of the summer 📝 >> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf3QgfepkQZ8RJd3sOtA13kLx_28zf2k0sOehFlkthidW1ZJA/viewform

Connect with seasoned industry experts who will provide personalized guidance and support throughout your journey, helping you navigate career decisions and hone your skills with year three of the program, presented by Netflix!

Elevate your career in post-production and empower yourself for success by applying before the deadline of Tuesday, July 4 at 5:00 PM local time.

To learn more and apply today, visit academy.ca/womeninpost

The program is presented by Netflix, supported by the RBC Foundation in support of RBC Emerging Artists, industry partner Noodle Factory Post, and community partners the Canadian Cinema Editors/Les Monteurs et Monteuses de cinéma canadien and Vancouver Post Alliance VPA.

The Writers' Federation of Nova Scotia (WFNS) is seeking a creative, skilled, and innovative leader to oversee WFNS's fundraising, strategic, programming, and operational activities. A demonstrated passion for the arts, in particular the literary arts, is a must for this senior leadership role.

This is a four-day-per-week, permanent position with a salary range of $52,000 – $58,000. The position is based in WFNS's Halifax office. Applications will be received until 5pm (Atlantic) on May 8, 2023.

Details at https://writers.ns.ca/jobs/executive-director/

📢 Working the Scene in Colour Casting Call 📢

We are currently casting for readers for the 17th edition of Working the Scene in Colour, taking place on Thursday, May 25 at 7pm on Zoom.

This volunteer opportunity is open to all ACTRA Toronto members and apprentices of all genders, ages, cultural diversities, etc.

You will be reading scripts from emerging and experienced Black, Indigenous and Person of Colour writers, in front of a virtual audience of your peers and industry professionals.

⏲️ Submission Deadline ⏲️
To volunteer as a reader, please visit our WTSC page and enter a completed submission form by Monday, May 8 at 11:59 pm EST - https://www.actratoronto.com/working-the-scene-in-colour/

📅 Availability 📅
Performers who submit must be available for the date of the event: Thursday, May 25th at 6:30pm for prep, and 7-8 pm for the event.

Selected readers will be announced the week of May 22.

Good luck!

filmmaker Koumbie’s feature film directorial debut Bystanders will have its premiere this Friday, April 21, at Cineplex Park Lane, followed by a special Q&A session🍿📽

Purchase your tickets ➡️ https://www.cineplex.com/movie/bystanders

Produced by Screen Nova Scotia member Terry Greenlaw (Picture Plant Ltd.) and distributed by Vortex Media, Bystanders tells the story of six childhood best friends who gather for their annual weekend away, only to discover that one of them is guilty of sexual assault.

Thanks to all our participants and experts for creating a wonderful PEI Screenwriters Bootcamp 2022! See you in 2023

It's the last day to apply to the PEI Screenwriters Bootcamp. If you have any issues with the website, or need any assistance send us a message or contact us. Submit by midnight tonight to

https://www.peiscreenwritersbootcamp.net/pei-screenwriters-bootcamp

Applications are open until April 4th. www.peiscreenwritersbootcamp.net

This six-day workshop series is the first step in developing a feature film or tv/web project. Participants are selected to participate in our incubator program by submitting a project for development and are expected to commit to the advancement of their projects with the ultimate goal of having their work produced.
Our commitment is to provide training and support to the writers for all stages of development including access to industry representatives and funding opportunities.

PEI Screenwriters' Bootcamp Develop your Script

Scheduled for May 21 to 26, 2022 this six-day workshop series is the first step in developing a feature film or tv/web project!
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Don't miss the deadline for the 15th Annual PEI Screenwriters' Bootcamp. This 6-day free competitive event is taking applications until Monday April 4, 2022.
Find out more information at www.peiscreenwritersbootcamp.net

PEI Screenwriters' Bootcamp Develop your Script

Do you have an idea for a scripted web series? "My First Web Series" will help you take the first step in developing it. Jeremy Larter is one of a few pioneers in creating web series' and will work with you to get your project off the ground.

APPLICATIONS OPEN UNTIL MIDNIGHT - MONDAY April 4, 2022 (without exception) so get your application in now! https://www.peiscreenwritersbootcamp.net

PEI Screenwriters' Bootcamp Develop your Script

The PEI Screenwriters Bootcamp is offering "Writing a TV Series Bible" with Cynthia Knight

APPLICATIONS OPEN UNTIL MIDNIGHT - MONDAY April 4, 2022 (without exception) so get your application in now! https://www.peiscreenwritersbootcamp.net

For those writers that have some screenwriting training and an idea for a tv series. This introductory workshop focuses on skills development for writers who want to learn how to approach creating a bible for a dramatic series for television.

PEI Screenwriters' Bootcamp Develop your Script

"Mastering the Rewrite" with Sharon Buckingham offers writers who have a complete draft of either a feature film or pilot for a tv or web series a fantastic opportunity to develop you script even further.
Apply for the PEI Screenwriters Bootcamp today!
APPLICATIONS OPEN UNTIL MIDNIGHT - MONDAY April 4, 2022 (without exception) so get your application in now! https://www.peiscreenwritersbootcamp.net

PEI Screenwriters' Bootcamp Develop your Script

The PEI Screenwriters Bootcamp offers 6 day workshops like "Get Your Story Straight" with Tom Shoebridge.

APPLICATIONS OPEN UNTIL MIDNIGHT - MONDAY April 4, 2022 (without exception) so get your application in now! https://www.peiscreenwritersbootcamp.net
This workshop is your chance work through all the plot points and beats to your film. This introductory level workshop is for emerging writers who want to develop a feature film idea.

PEI Screenwriters' Bootcamp Develop your Script

The 15th annual PEI Screenwriters Bootcamp is NOW taking applications.
APPLICATIONS OPEN UNTIL MIDNIGHT - MONDAY April 4, 2022 (without exception) so get your application in now! https://www.peiscreenwritersbootcamp.net

This in-person professional development activity offers emerging and mid-career writers a stepping stone to the next level of a careers in screenwriting. Scheduled for May 21 to 26, 2022 this six-day workshop series is the first step in developing a feature film or tv/web project!

PEI Screenwriters' Bootcamp Develop your Script

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Film Industry Fundamentals, our set training course for emerging filmmakers, is being renewed for a third round! Find out more here: https://mailchi.mp/filmpei/set-training-for-island-filmmakers

*Note that our webpage for FIF is currently outdated, meaning course elements are subject to change.

Which Film Topped the WGA's List of 101 Greatest Screenplays of the 21st Century? - ScreenCraft The WGA's 101 Greatest Screenplays of the 21st Century is a list all screenwriters should get familiar with. Let's see which titles made the top spots!

Anyone who'd like to learn more about our upcoming 2D animation course is welcome to attend an online course Q&A tomorrow night (6:30 p.m.) - see you there!

How to attend: https://www.filmpei.com/event/intro-to-2d-animation-information-and-qa-session/

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Register now for Empowering BIPOC Storytellers: A Conversation with Arnold Pinnock free online event Arnold discusses his experience in the film industry and empowers BIPOC creators to have their voices heard. Catch this exclusive online event on September 16 at 5 p.m. CT.