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- Co-op members Jeremy Robinson, Michel Guitard, Rodrigo Gutierrez, Josh Linton and Glen Ross for assisting Tony in his volunteer work for the NB Summer Music Festival.
- Co-op member Jessica Holt for doing online research for Cat.
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Weekly e-news - Thursday - August 23, 2007
The NB Film Co-op is a non-profit, charitable organization involved in the production of 16mm and digital films. It is into its
28th
year of operation, and has 200 members stretched out across New Brunswick!
The Co-op provides broad-ranging support (workshops/training, creative support and mentoring, grant writing assistance, equipment, human resources, socials, informal writer/director/actor labs. It also presents diverse quality films and videos through its annual provincial Film Festival.
The Co-op also seeks to give a voice to, and develop the talents of, artists that would not otherwise have the opportunity to express their views in film and video.
Spotlight
NEW!!! The Experimental Film Program
The New Brunswick Film Co-op is initiating an exciting new filmmaking program aimed at fostering a growing community of experimental filmmakers. The Program will take place from September 2007 – March 2008, with monthly classes.
There is no fee to participate in the program.
The goal of this program is to encourage NB Film Co-op members to attempt alternate forms of filmmaking through varied media choices, processes, and narrative content. The NB Film Co-op supports the production of all genres of film by its membership (animation, hand-processed, silent films, documentary, drama, thriller, etc).
To achieve our goal of fostering and developing a growing community of experimental filmmakers, the program will expose members to historical and contemporary contexts for experimental filmmaking through film theory and screenings. Participants will also learn about experimental film and filmmakers through hands-on projects, a visiting artist series, and workshops.
All participants will produce a 1-5 minute film through the course.
The Experimental Film Program is open to all New Brunswick Film Co-op members who have some filmmaking experience. Ten applicants will be selected to participate.
The Program Coordinator will be NBFC Member filmmaker, Michelle Lovegrove Thomson.
for more info and to print off an application form please visit our click here
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ANNUAL NBFC FUNDRAISER EVENT NEEDS MORE VOLUNTEERS!
Dear NB Film Co-op members, it's that time of year again; time to help Cat and Tony by volunteering on the Fredericton Harvest Jazz and Blues Festival as security so that the Co-op can receive a donation.
Board member and active volunteer Corena Walby has taken over the recruiting and organizing of volunteers this year for Harvest Jazz and Blues to help out Co-op staff who are snowed under a mountain of work.
Corena has people signed up but still needs more!
Email her at mwalby@nb.sympatico.ca
right away as she needs to finish putting her teams in place.
Wednesday night: 6pm-11:30pm (I need 4 more)
Thursday night: 6pm-1am (I need 6 more)
Friday night: I'm good (I have 12)
Saturday night: 4pm-1:30am (I need 4 more)
NOTE:
Please be dependable when you commit to volunteer to help. Every year we have volunteers who cancel at the last minute which causes stress on the organizers as they scramble to fill in the holes.
For new members needing to get their volunteer hours in...this counts towards them!
Training & Development
SCREENWRITING
(Intermediate - Theory and Hands-On)
Sept 5, Wed, 7 pm - 11 pm
Instructor: Tony Sekulich
Location: New Brunswick Film Co-op
(732
Charlotte Street, Fredericton)
Charlotte Street Arts Centre,
Fee: $15 For Film Co-op Members
$25 For Non-Members
(Film
Co-op Members are required to take at least one screenwriting course before they
direct/produce their own projects through the Film Co-op)
Class
Limit: 10
Using a balance of lecture, exercise, and feedback on work
from the instructor and classmates, this course gives students a firm grounding
in all the basics of screenwriting. Everything is presented in a clear,
accessible manner.
- How to begin a short or feature-length screenplay
- The basics of the screenwriting craft
- The importance of writing
exercises
- Presenting work for critique
INSTRUCTOR'S
BIOGRAPHY
Tony Sekulich is an alumni member screenwriter at the NB Film
Co-op who has written for both film and television. He graduated from the
Canadian Film Centre’s Professional Screenwriting Programme in 2002. Since then,
Tony was hired to adapt the best selling non-fiction book Blue Trust into a
feature script. He has also written for the CTV half hour series Robson Arms.
Tony also taught a workshop about adaptation at the Northrop Frye
international Literary Festival. Tony currently lives and works in Fredericton
and Toronto.
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MENTORSHIP
ON FILM CO-OP MEMBER PRODUCTION
BLOOD SHED SEEKING VOLUNTEER CREW for "BLOOD SHED," a short
horror film shooting in Coles' Island, New Brunswick for three days, Friday to
Sunday, September 7th, 8th and 9th. This project will be a great opportunity to
work and learn alongside film industry professionals such as Jason Shipley
(Director), Jeff Wheaton (DOP), Gary Ferguson (Art Director), Aram Kouyoudjian (Sound) and others, all of whom originally hail from New
Brunswick and currently earn a living working in the film & television
industry today.
Thanks to a production grant from the NB Film Co-op, the project is being
co-produced by Film Co-op members Pierre Huard ("La Couisne") and
Jason Shipley, who will also direct. Mr. Shipley taught the Advanced Assistant
Director's Workshop at the NB Film Co-op this past May and in previous years.
SYNOPSIS:
Three estranged brothers reunite at a family camp deep in the New Brunswick
woods for a lost weekend of fishing, partying, and deranged, bloody murder!
We are currently seeking 6 PRODUCTION ASSISTANTS
If you are interested in applying for these roles, please forward a
resume or a general email of interest to blood_shed_movie@yahoo.ca
Festivals
THE 2007 NB SILVER WAVE FILM FESTIVAL
2007 SILVER WAVE FILM FESTIVAL, November 8-11, Fredericton, New Brunswick
www.swfilmfest.com
Register
Arts in NB
NB ARTIST PROFILE - MICHAEL DOHERTY
Michael Doherty is an active participant in the music and theatre scenes of Atlantic Canada. As a composer, sound designer and musical director, he has worked with Theatre New Brunswick, In Good Co, The Notable Acts Theatre Festival, Neptune Theatre, Eastern Front, The Playhouse, Theatre St. Thomas, Theatre UNB, Dalhousie University Theatre, Talawa Theatre Co. in the U.K. and Ship's Co. Theatre in Nova Scotia, where his design for The Mystery of Maddy Heisler earned him a Merrit award for best sound design/original score in 2007.
He has been the musical director and arranger for Christmas @ the
Playhouse since 2001 and recently directed the twenty-four piece orchestra for Theatre New Brunswick Theatre School's production of The Sound of Music. Michael has composed for film, radio and television and has collaborated with many Atlantic Canadian choreographers on dance works both large and small. A much sought-after multi-instrumentalist and session musician, Michael performs jazz, reggae, pop and folk with many other accomplished artists.
As a producer and engineer, Michael has worked on a diverse array of projects including; jazz and new music artists Out of Order, Geordie Haley, and the Barriomatic Trust; alternative folk acts Vetch, Debbie Adshade and David Myles; and roots and blues group Hot Toddy and Isaac and Blewett. Many of these projects have received national and international attention as well as several regional and national awards , culminating in Hot Toddy's East Coast Music Award for blues recording of the year for Salty Sessions Vol II at ECMA 2005. Singing Dog Recording Studio was nominated for studio of the year at ECMA 2003.
Michael lives in Fredericton, New Brunswick and can be reached at:
mike@singingdog.ca
&
http://singingdog.ca/
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FREDERICTON -
The Violin Studio and the District 18 Strings Program
WHEN: SEPTEMBER 8TH
, 4-7pm @ The Charlotte Street Arts Center, 732 Charlotte Street, Fredericton
WHERE: in the Violin Studi
o - 2nd floor
The time is here for fall classes to begin! Welcome back everyone! Come and join in the
fun as we gather together for some food and music. This is a chance for all those returning to
violin lessons, to get together after an awesome summer, or for new students to come and
meet some people who love the same things they do!
Register for Fall classes (see class schedules below)
Play some great tunes
Listen to some awesome music
Dance!!
Drop in anytime! All families welcome!
STEVE MCLELLAN - FROM MISSION STRINGS - WILL BE SETTING UP & DISPLAYING VIOLINS, BOWS, CASES AND MORE
If you're in the market for a new violin, Steve is your man. Some have expressed interest in purchasing new violins, upgrading, or are looking for a new bow or case.
Email Krista what you're looking for and Steve can bring stuff along specific to your needs - he'll also have various sizes and price ranges on hand.
If you have a violin you'd like to sell, bring it along, with a sign and price, and we'll set up a second hand table. Make sure it's in good shape before selling it
CLASS SCHEDULES
District 18 Strings Program
COST
Beginner Noon Hour – 275$,
Beginner After School – 375$,
Level 2 – 375$,
Includes 30 lessons, and rehearsals for concerts
Instrument Bank is available for instrument borrowing (limited # - 75$ borrowing fee for maintenance).
Postdated cheques are required at registration (payment breakdown accepted September 1st, January 1st and March 1st).
Mondays - Royal Road Elementary School
2pm Beginners Grades K-2
3:15 Level 2 (min. 1 year experience)
Tuesdays – Priestman St. Elementary School
2pm Beginners Grades K-2
3:15 Level 2 (min. 1 year experience)
Wednesdays – Park Street Elementary School
12:15pm Supervised Lunch & Lesson for Level 2 (min. 1 year experience) 1:30 pm Beginners Grades K-2
Thursdays – New Maryland Elementary School
2pm Beginners Grades K-2
3:15pm Level 2 (min. 1 year experience)
Fridays – Barkers Point Elementary School
2pm Beginners Grades K-2
3:15pm Level 2 (min. 1 year experience)
Fridays – Kingsclear Elementary School
Noon hour Grades 1-5 (Beginner and Level 2)
Private Studio
Adult Beginner Group Classes-BI-WEEKLY, Mondays 7:30pm-1 hour
Adult Intermediate Group Class-BI-WEEKLY, Mondays 8:30pm-1 hour
TERM 1 - September 10th - December 17th 120$ (8 lessons)
TERM 2 - January 14th - May 5th 120$ (8lessons)
TERM 3 - May 19th - June 30th 60$ (4 lessons)
Middle School Group Classes - Weekly, Wednesdays @ 3:30pm - 1 hour (experience necessary)
TERM 1- September 5th - Dec12th - 195$ (13 lessons)
TERM 2 - January 9th - February 27th - 120$ (8 lessons)
TERM 3 - March 12th - June 4th - 195$ - (13 lessons)
(Students will perform on December 15th and June 7th)
Private Lessons
Please contact for availability with Krista - 15$/half hour
Student Teachers are available on Saturdays for 12$/half hour
2 days notice to book with student teachers.
Workshops and Ceilidhs
Some of the best fiddlers in North America are brought in regularly to instruct on different styles and entertain at our popular Ceilidhs.
October 6th - Workshop and Concert
December 7th - Christmas Ceilidh
March 14th & 15th - Celtic Energy Weekend
June 7th - Fiddle Fest
For more info or to register contact Krista Touesnard @ 471-4898 or email
giverkt@rogers.com
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FINE CRAFT HITS FREDERICTON
Fine craft, live craft demonstrations, great food and prizes. All of this and much more is available at Officer's Square over the Labour Day Weekend (August 31st – September 2nd). The New Brunswick Crafts Council is hosting its annual New Brunswick Fine Craft Festival, an event filled with craft from the province’s finest and most acclaimed craftspeople.
Bring the kids out for face-painting and the children's craft tent, where they can participate in craft activities led by trained instructors. Under the children’s craft tent, there will be “studios” in jewellery, mosaics, surface design, and pottery. Families can then browse the grounds and enjoy live demonstrations in wood-working, pottery, weaving, and surface design offered by professional craftspeople throughout the entire weekend. These hands-on experiences make this festival an educational experience unlike any other.
The festival also features live entertainment showcasing a different local band every day; make sure to check out returning fan favorites VETCH and Isaac & Blewett among others! For the children, the Calithumpians will be on site, as well as performers from the Elizabeth Smith School of Highland Dance.
Don't miss out on this incredible event!
For more information, contact the New Brunswick Crafts Council office at (506) 450-8989
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SAINT JOHN -
Film Debut: Sharing the Waters
You are invited to attend the debut of Sharing the Waters, a film by NBFC member Sarah Bood, a student from Dalhousie University, produced for the Fundy North Fishermen's Association.
The film looks at how increasing industrial developments in Saint John are affecting the traditional fishery. Local fishermen share their concerns and the many efforts they have made to work with project proponents, harbor officials and other user groups on sharing the waters.
The film is short but it has an important message: The inshore fishery is an
important part of our region's cultural and economic heritage and with
meaningful consultation fishing and industry can continue to co-exist.
It is both touching and humorous and was a really rewarding experience to
produce. I would like to thank the NB Film Co-op for all their help and
advice,
especially "Uncle Jeff", Jeff Combs. This is my first film and not my last. I've caught the bug!
WHERE: August 23rd at 7:30 PM in the Mary Oland Theatre in the NB Museum at Market Square, Saint John
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FREDERICTON - UNDER THE STARS: CLASSIC FILMS IN THE PARK
Sunday, August 26th
at dusk in Barracks Square, Historical Garrison District (Queen and Carleton Streets).
FEATURE PRESENTATION:
FOLLOW ME BOYS
(131 min ) 1966
Lem Siddons is part of a traveling band who has a dream of becoming a lawyer. Deciding to settle down, he finds a job as a stockboy in the general store of a small town. Trying to fit in, he volunteers to become scoutmaster of the newly formed Troop 1. Becoming more and more involved with the scout troop, he finds his plans to become a lawyer being put on the back burner, until he realizes that his life has been fulfilled helping the youth of the small town.
Follow me boys is an excellent movie that attracts you for a long time. The story was powerful and it is not only a children classic but also a movie that every individual must see.
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NB SHORT FILM PLAYING BEFORE FEATURE:
Winter Scouting Adventure
(10:00 min) 2006.
This locally-made documentary promotes the exciting adventures and expeditions available to youth, interested in joining the scouting community programs.
Director & Writer - Fredericton based filmmaker Robert Calder
Biz News
WINNIPEG - PRODUCER JOB OPPORTUNITY
The deadline for submissions is Monday, August 27,2007, 5:00 PM EST. Email Cat for candidate submission forms.
Helpful resources for CV prep and candidate submissions are located on first page of Media Intelligence website, under "Articles and Advice": www.mediaintelligence.ca
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Fredericton - Employment Advertisement
The New Brunswick Aboriginal Peoples
Council (NBAPC) is seeking applications for the position of Communications
Officer. This position is a permanent full time position.
The
successful candidate will work under the supervision of the Executive of the
NBAPC and will work out of the Head Office in Fredericton. This person should
possess strong interpersonal skills, excellent communication skills and must
demonstrate an ability to organize.
The duties would include assisting
locals in establishing themselves and provide ongoing support. Assist potential
members in the membership application process. Provide information and advice
to locals, zones and the general membership about programs, services and issues
affecting Off-Reserve Aboriginal people. Attend local and zone meetings,
liaison between locals, zones, members and the Council and its agencies.
Submitting proposals to various funding agencies. Preparing the production and
publication of a quarterly newsletter, assisting in preparation of information
packages and preparing press releases.
A Drivers license and access to a
reliable vehicle is a prerequisite.
Please state expected salary.
Ability to speak French would be an asset.
Deadline for applications:
Tuesday, September 4, 2007.
Please send resume and references in
confidence to:
NBAPC,
320 St. Mary’s Street, Fredericton, N.B E3A
2S4.
Fax: (506)451-6130.
Only the candidates who have been screened
in will be called for an interview. No phone calls
please!
JOB DESCRIPTION
COMMUNICATIONS
OFFICER:
The Communications Officer is a Senior Staff
position with NBAPC. The Communications Officer shall work under the
supervision of the Chief and direction of the Executive Committee and Board of
Directors.
He/She shall be responsible
for:
- Assisting locals in establishing themselves and provide
ongoing support.
- Assist potential members in the membership
application process of the Council.
- Providing information and
advice to locals, zones and the general membership about programs, services and
issues affecting Off-Reserve Aboriginal people.
- Attending
local and zone meetings when requested.
- Liaison between
locals, zones, members and the Council and its agencies.
- All
aspects relating to the production and publication of a quarterly newsletter
(Mal-I-Mic News).
- Assisting in preparation of materials for
information packages.
- Submitting proposals to various funding
agencies.
- Preparing Press Releases.
- Other
related duties.
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New Brunswick Film Industry Summit 2007
"The Industry Now...And Beyond"
Welcome to the online registration for the 2007 New Brunswick Film Industry Summit, we look forward to seeing you October 1-2 in Saint John.
Online registration
Delegate Registration $100.00 before September 14
Delegate Registration $150.00 after September 14
Delegate Registration ends September 24
To pay by cheque or cash please contact Bernice LeBlanc, NB Film at 506 869-6868.
Saint John Trade & Convention Centre
Host Hotel: Hilton Saint John
For Reservations
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Sommet de l'industrie cinématographique du Nouveau-Brunswick 2007 - L'industrie aujourd'hui… et futur
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Inscription de délégué : 100 $ avant le 14 septembre
Inscription de délégué : 150 $ après le 14 septembre
Date limite pour s'inscrire : le 24 septembre
Pour payer par chèque ou en espèces, veuillez communiquer avec Bernice LeBlanc, Film Nouveau-Brunswick au 506-869-6868.
au Centre du commerce et des congrès à Saint John
Hôtel du sommet : Hilton Saint John Réservation de chambres d'hôtel
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