2010-2011 MARKET DRIVEN FILM & TELEVISION PROGRAM DEADLINES
MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC WELCOMES JASON SMITH AS MANAGER, MUSIC PROGRAMS
2010-2011 MARKET DRIVEN FILM & TELEVISION PROGRAM DEADLINES
March 1, 2010 - Winnipeg, Manitoba - MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC is pleased to announce the 2010- 2011 Film and Television Production Financing deadlines. Production Financing deadlines have been set as follows:
MARKET DRIVEN TELEVISION PRODUCTION PROGRAM
Deadline: Drama AND Non-Drama > Monday, April 26, 2010
Important Notes:
1) All applications must have 75% of financing confirmed and supporting commitment letters must be submitted with the application in order to be considered;
2) The first day of principal photography MUST occur AFTER March 31, 2010 and/or hard prep must occur after March 15, 2010;
3) Applicants are advised that the deadline will be strictly enforced and LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
4) Applicants are advised that complete documentation is required on submission of applications.
5) Applicants must be in good standing (not in default) with MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC at the time of application.
6) Manitoba Film & Music will make best efforts to announce decisions by June, 2010.
MARKET DRIVEN FEATURE FILM PRODUCTION PROGRAM
There is no deadline for market driven feature film production applications. Applications for feature film production financing may be made throughout the year. Funds will be committed on a first come first serve basis dependent upon availability of funding, upon confirmed financing for the project, and upon satisfying the respective eligibility criteria.
MARKET DRIVEN TELEVISION AND FEATURE FILM DEVELOPMENT FINANCING PROGRAM:
There is no deadline for development financing programs for either market driven television or market driven feature film. Applications for the development financing programs may be made throughout the year. Funds will be committed on a first come first serve basis dependent availability of funding, upon confirmed financing, and upon satisfying the eligibility criteria.
All film guidelines and applications are available on our website at www.mbfilmmusic.ca. For further information on production equity guidelines, please contact Sebastien Nasse, Senior Analyst - Film, Television, & Tax Credits at sebastien@mbfilmmusic.ca. For further information on development financing please contact Andrea Kaptein, Development Analyst/Film Programs Administration at andrea@mbfilmmusic.ca.
MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC exists so that our film and sound industries flourish! MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC participates in the on-going development of Manitoba’s motion picture and music industries by way of equity investments, loans, recoupable advances and financial contributions in the areas of development and production. As well, MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC administers the Manitoba Film and Video Production Tax Credit, which is a tax credit of up to 65%* (*base rate = 45%, plus 10% Frequent Filming Bonus, 5% Rural Bonus and 5% Manitoba Producer Bonus). MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC is a statutory corporation funded by the Province of Manitoba through the Department of Culture, Heritage, and Tourism.
For Further information contact:
Louise O’Brien-Moran, Manager, Film Programs
MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC
Phone: 204-947-2040
Fax: 204-956-5261
Louise@mbfilmmusic.ca
www.mbfilmmusic.ca
MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC WELCOMES JASON SMITH AS MANAGER, MUSIC PROGRAMS
October 16, 2010 - Winnipeg, Manitoba - MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC (MFM) is pleased to announce the welcome addition of Jason Smith as the corporation’s Music Programs Manager.
Prior to joining MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC, Jason has enjoyed success for over two decades in many positions within the local, national and international music industries. He has had 14 years experience as co-owner and operator of record label, Smallman Records (with over 50 releases internationally and over 100,000 albums sold to date); as production manager with Paquin Entertainment; production manager of Edgefest, concert production work for The Union and Live Nation concerts; MUCH MUSIC and the Music West Festival; and as a musician for five years as lead guitar, vocals and manager with Twelve Eyes.
“We are so thrilled with Jason’s decision to join MFM as Manager of Music Programs,” acknowledged Carole Vivier, CEO of MFM. “Jason brings with him over 20 years experience in every facet of the music industry: as a musician, production manager, concert promoter, agent, manager and most recently co-owner of record label, Smallman Records since 1996. Jason is passionate about growing Manitoba’s music talent pool and possesses an entrepreneurial spirit that includes cutting edge knowledge of the ins and outs of what’s involved in the successful growth of a musician. We are delighted that Jason has accepted the position and look forward to working with him closely to continue to see Manitoba’s music industry flourish.”
“I couldn’t be more excited to join the amazing staff at Manitoba Film & Music,” Smith noted. “I have been utilizing their programs for over 10 years and have always admired and respected the outstanding work they do both in Manitoba and abroad. I look forward to adding my efforts in assisting Manitoba artists reach their full potential, and continuing to let the world know the great wealth of talent we possess.”
Jason Smith will begin his position as Manager, Music Programs with MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC on October 26, 2009. Should you wish to contact him after this time, he can be reached via email at: jason@mbfilmmusic.ca or by phone at 204.947.2040 x 12.
The Manitoba Film & Sound Recording Development Corporation (MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC) is a statutory corporation of government proclaimed under the Manitoba Film and Sound Recording Development Corporation Act funded by the Province of Manitoba through the Department of Culture, Heritage, Tourism and Sport. The management of MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC reports directly to the Board of Directors appointed by the Lieutenant Governor. MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC supports Manitoba film and music through our objectives, which are to create, stimulate, employ and invest in Manitoba by developing and promoting Manitoba companies, producing, distributing and marketing of film, television, video and music recording projects, as well as to promote Manitoba as a film location for off-shore production companies. MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC EXISTS SO OUR FILM & MUSIC INDUSTRIES FLOURISH!
FOR INQUIRIES, PLEASE CONTACT:
Tannis Hogue
Communications & Marketing Representative
Manitoba Film & Music
410-93 Lombard Avenue
Winnipeg, MB. R3B 3B1
phone: 204-947-2040 x 16
email: tannis@mbfilmmusic.ca