BIPOC TV & Film

Community-driven storytelling is the heart of cultural change. This powerful Manifesto for Community Film Distribution and Exhibition in Latin America from Ambulante AC resonates deeply. As we advocate for equity and inclusion in the media sector, it's critical to amplify voices and build networks that enable storytelling by and for our communities, outside of traditional gatekeeping models. In this manifesto, we see the spirit of empowerment and cultural resilience. It's a call to action to redefine distribution and exhibition in a way that centers local stories and audiences. We hope to see these ideas take root not just in Latin America but globally, as we all push for a more equitable, representative media landscape. 📖 Read the manifesto here: https://lnkd.in/e9-5RawD #FilmDistribution #CommunityMedia #EquityInFilm #BIPOCTVFilm

🌱 Ongoing Advocacy. Continuous Growth. Collective Change. Since 2020, we’ve been hard at work pushing for meaningful change in the Canadian Screen Industry—and while we’ve achieved important milestones along the way, the work doesn’t stop here. Advocacy isn’t a one-time action; it’s a commitment to continuous improvement in an ever-evolving world. We remain focused on building stronger systems, amplifying underrepresented voices, and ensuring sustainable opportunities for racialized and underrepresented creatives. Whether it’s improving access, increasing visibility, or pushing for more equitable practices, we’re in this for the long haul. Check out the latest updates to our policy priorities and ongoing industry advocacy via our website. https://lnkd.in/gtzRCgFK

What incredible moments captured! Couldn't be any more proud of you, Jonah Lee-McNamee -- we see you've been super busy since the Unscripted Producers Lab back in May. Glad to know your equipment is safe and sound 😉 Highly recommend giving this a watch.

BIPOC TV & Film commends the Canada Media Fund | Fonds des médias du Canada on releasing its 2024-2027 Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (EDIA) Strategy. As an organization dedicated to advancing the careers and opportunities of Black and racialized individuals—and an advocate of reconciliation and Indigenous sovereignty—in Canada’s screen industry, we are heartened to see a commitment to structural change, inclusivity, and accessibility embedded throughout CMF’s future programs. The emphasis on supporting Equity-Deserving Communities aligns with our mission to address systemic barriers faced by underrepresented creators. We are particularly encouraged by the expansion of accessibility support, the enhanced capacity-building initiatives, and the continued focus on workforce training and development. CMF’s commitment to collaboration and partnership resonates deeply with us, as we believe these elements are crucial to creating long-lasting opportunities for Black and racialized creators, crew and performers within the Canadian audiovisual landscape. Moreover, CMF’s plans to increase market access for French content from racialized creators in international markets, including West Africa and the Caribbean, reflect an understanding of the global potential of Canadian talent. This is critical in ensuring the stories from our communities reach broader audiences while promoting sustainable growth for our creators and production companies. As CMF moves forward with this strategy, we want to reiterate our commitment to working together to foster an industry that is genuinely reflective of Canada’s diversity and accessible to all. We are especially eager to support efforts to improve data collection and research, expand mentorship and training opportunities, and build inclusive environments where emerging and mid-career professionals from diverse backgrounds can thrive. We would welcome further dialogue with CMF on how BIPOC TV & Film can continue to contribute to the success of initiatives like the Program for Racialized Communities. We are hopeful and excited about the potential for us to play an active role in the co-development of projects, mentorship initiatives, and strategies that prioritize Black and racialized communities in the audiovisual sector. Thank you Joy Loewen, Mathieu Chantelois and Valerie Creighton for your continued leadership in embedding EDIA in the fabric of Canada’s screen industries. We deeply appreciate your efforts and look forward to seeing these goals come to life over the next three years.

Tuition-FREE training: The Motion Picture Production Accounting Clerk Micro-credential applications are now open Vancouver Island North Film Commission, in collaboration with North Island College, is launching this 6-week online program from October 24 to December 15, 2024. It will provide comprehensive training in the essential accounting skills needed for the motion picture industry. Participants will learn the fundamentals of areas such as petty cash, purchase orders, invoicing, payroll, and more. In addition to accounting-specific training, the program also includes industry-focused courses, such as Motion Picture Industry Orientation and Motion Picture Safety Awareness. This program is fully funded, with no application or registration fees required. Learn more and apply today: https://lnkd.in/eRFkR5y8 Photo Credit: Vancouver Island North Film Commission #TrainingPrograms #BCFilm #Accounting #FilmandTVCareers

CALLING ALL TRUE CRIME ENTHUSIASTS MEM is assembling a world class production team for a premium True Crime Documentary. If you have a passion for true crime, a proven track record of excellence in the genre, and are available to jump in immediately… We want to hear from you. We’re looking to fill a variety of roles including: - Field & Post Producers - Director - DOP - Editors - Assistant Editors Send your cover letter, resume and reel (if applicable) to [email protected] with “True Crime - [role]” in the subject.

Extremely insightful, and a great example of how transferrable script writing skills (+ many others in our industry!) can be. 💪

Deadline to apply for the October sessions is Wednesday, August 14, for those who want to understand more about post-production in a European international context.

A great international opportunity for supporting doc filmmakers from Film In Mind with a virtual option!

2 More Weeks left to Apply! House of Cool is running a Storyboard Workshop from Sept 23- Dec 13, 2024. Check out the link for more details. https://lnkd.in/g3TQz6-n Important Dates: Application Deadline by Aug 9 Candidate Selection by Aug 16 Payment deadline by Aug 30 Start workshop on Sept 23 #houseofcool #wildbrain #story #toonboom