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 Riverview based NB Film Co-op member Jason K. Roy shares his creative insights, see below.
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CONNECTING MEMBERS - JASON K. ROY, RIVERVIEW
NB FILM CO-OP: When did you first start out in acting?
Jason and a young actor in the SWFF nominated short film Bascule
(Director: Gilles Doiron/Denise Bouchard, Writer: Denise Bouchard)
JASON: September 2008. A short-film, Do-Gooders with Red Leaf Productions. I volunteered to be an extra and ended up cast in a very small part. This would have been my very first time setting foot in front of a camera as an actor (unless you consider being dressed as a nun for a YMCA high school revival performance as acting...then...then that would have been my first.) Come to think of it, I haven't worn tights since. Two months later, I was contacted completely out of the blue for a part and got cast in a short w/Shore Road Pictures and the CBC.
NB FILM CO-OP: What is the most valuable thing you have learned along the acting path?
JASON: Two things instantly come to mind:
a) Rejection. If you're not designed by nature or by necessity to handle rejection...well my friend, grab on and good luck. If you're like me, armed, experienced and prepared for rejection in life and in general overall, then with that alone, you'll be ready, as the more time you spend in the industry and testing yourself out there, the more you'll be subjected to rejection upon rejection (not failure...no, Rejection). The key here is don't ever take it personally and don't take it as failure ONLY IF you've done your homework and you’ve delivered the goods with the best of your abilities at that particular time. Your job is done. Period. You've pushed yourself, applied, interviewed, and as it is with life, you either get the prize or you don't, and more often than not, those on the other side of the table didn't quite know what they were looking for in the first place. You didn't fail, you did your job and you gave them options...and if you really, really made a solid impression...then perhaps you left their jaws on the floor and served them their only option for the role: YOU.
b) Recognition. Sure, I always had a global idea that bringing a script to the screen or a stage required a lot of work and people but damn, once you’re in it, total eye opener. I sure as hell recognize and appreciate the work that cast & crew put into it, to deliver high quality results and something to be proud of. Cast & crew: take one away, you have nothing. You’re nothing if not an integral part of it all – ‘a part’ being the key here. You’re one of the players, so appreciate and recognize your teammates.
NB FILM CO-OP: How do you work on the craft ongoing (reading, onset experience, workshops, labs etc…)
JASON: I pay attention a lot to other actors on set, cast and crew altogether. I read a lot (not necessarily acting-oriented books, just reading in general....it's not news that what’s between the covers gives you broader strokes and range in life when you're trying to understand someone, events, perceptions....you know, what makes others tick, what makes you and anything tick. I often go back to some research I might have done for certain characters, review transferable notes I might have taken. Often it’s necessary to rehash my past or present to find those triggers that can unite me with where the character is at. I've so far not attended as many workshops as I wish I had (take Film Co-op workshops people!), however that's not to say that I haven't talked with mentors, cast, crew and others in the industry for advice, opinions and feedback on many occasions. I always rack up a long list of questions about any project and character I’m involved in. You have to. You’re walking into a new world with new shoes and purpose – moving parts…figure out where and who you are in the script. I watch movies and I pay attention to on & off screen performances; the best performances are as all of us know, by real people right? If you’re coming off as acting, then you’re doing something wrong. I go through random lines and scenes in my head at times...random stuff...like humming song lyrics for no reason. That kind of thing. It’s ongoing and can be either a purging or escapism exercise really.
NB FILM CO-OP: What advice do you have for newbies wanting to get into acting?
JASON: Frankly, I am a newbie. No joke. That’s how I take it. Always. So off the top of my head and for what it’s worth...If you commit to a project, an audition, a character, whatever it may be, then go all in, grind tooth and nail, break some bones (figuratively), just don't be lazy and do it half-ass; no one wants a backseat driver. Be yourself and don’t forget, it’s your choice to be a commodity or indispensable – the blood and sweat you put into it is an integral part of what makes you so. Equally, be open and receptive to advice and criticism. Albeit you might have a firm understanding of, and foundation for a character, nonetheless, stay open and engaged with how your director, script writer, other actors, whoever is there to help you birth and bring your character to life. Just like life, be ready to improvise and adapt regularly (and a lot), 'cause not everything is safe and scripted once it flies off the page and stands on its own. Also, before anything, learn the fundamentals, learn your craft, be a team player, get dirty if you have to, help out, master your own work ethic and your approach. Believe in yourself, never sell yourself short, however, your first responsibility should be to never think that you've mastered anything, that you know it all - constantly fuel yourself as a student in everything. Do all you can to know yourself, but be a student in everything. Always. Sure, you might be talented at something, but the hard fact is that talent alone won't get you anywhere - talent paired with hard work, sacrifice & skill will. Talent alone is a 30sec meal at the drive-thru – it’s good but it sure as hell isn’t everything. Also, to not forget in all this: have fun man. Just have fun. Be professional, be dedicated, be passionate, get engulfed into your character, your project, respect the process and respect the sweat that everyone puts in...but remember...just remember...you're not saving the planet man, you're acting...you're playing 'let's pretend' and maybe if you do it well, you'll impact someone. Just have fun. Do your work, be inspired, be passionate, fall down, don’t be plastic and please don’t be an ass. OH....and goddamn it, don't be too f'n hard on yourself man.
NB FILM CO-OP: When you think of acting in NB, what is the landscape here for actors?
JASON: It's more challenging, that's no headline news to anyone, yet, if you’ve got something great to offer, if you’ve got the skills, you may have to grind a bit more but the opportunities are there on all scales. There are a lot of benefits to being in a smaller marketplace. The camaraderie, the opportunities to learn, to stand out, to take chances… I can tell you one thing, the level of raw and professional talent we have in the film industry (and arts in general) is eye-popping in-sane. I only hope that one day we'll all have true, adequate, sustainable and smart investments in this market. Big investments. Look around in our country and where there’s honest fiscal, economic and political support, there’s boom and there’s talent that explodes in all walks of life. Linchpins man. Game changers, the type of indispensable raw human capital that only the wise recognize, invest in and allow to be riveting in their own way. If you’re visionary and a leader, that’s the kind of stuff you don’t turn a blind eye to. There's crazy opportunity right here on our front porch.
NB FILM CO-OP: What is your proudest experience in acting?
JASON: Honestly….any time I get an audition and/or offered a part! (laughing) I keep telling myself, “ok, I must be doing something right!) Really…anytime I am able to see that my portrayal of the character is shared with the writer and director; the instant understanding of the character’s integrity, together, that alone is magic and rewarding. Bonus if it impacts someone or opens eyes to new ideas or angles on a character, script at hand or future scripts, etc. I’m really proud when I go all in and it pays off by fulfilling the common goal. Sometimes the biggest impact is internal for me – purging or experiencing something profound that could stem from a simple scene or an entire project. That makes me proud and grateful to be on for the ride.
NB FILM CO-OP: Why do you consider the Film Co-op important to be involved with as a member?
JASON: The NB Film Co-op is invaluable. Period. The Co-op propels so much good and growth in the film industry in our neck of the woods that I personally cannot imagine a film industry on any scale without the Co-op. At some point in your career in the film industry if not for the extent of your entire career, the Co-op will be a parent, a best friend, a teacher, an investor, a collaborator, a mentor, a networker, a connector, a resource and/or a guide. Somehow, somewhere, you’ll be reaching out to the Co-op. If the Co-op is foreign to you and you’re serious about the film industry, then it’s about time you do your homework.
BLAST FROM THE SILVER WAVE PAST
Wow, where has the time gone? Remember when Silver Wave was Tidal Wave? Here we have past NBFC president/festival lead Melony McCarthy, festival director Shelley Stevenson Biggs and Shelley's friend Karen Gillam at the festival social hub: James Joyce Pub.....time flies!
PAYPAL LINKS ARE UP FOR NBFC MEMBERSHIP AND RENEWALS FOR 2017
It's time to renew your co-op membership for 2017, renewals are due annually in January for ongoing members. If you email Cat to ask for her help with anything filmic, the first thing she will ask you to do is renew as her focus is the co-op members in good standing. The paypal links for memberships for 2017 are up on the co-op website - http://nbfilmcoop.com/joining
Renewed and New Members: Naomi Frooman, Laura Turnbull (Fredericton)
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Saint John filmmaker Paul Erskine is just one of the talented instructors in the 2017 NB Film Co-op Moncton Workshop Series, sign up soon, the workshops are filling up fast! Paul's workshop happens this Saturday, still time to register and it's only $10, thank you Paul. |
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NB Film Co-op & UNB Present: THE STAIRS
WHEN: Tuesday, April 11th, 7:30PM
WHERE: at Marshall D’Avray Hall, Room 143, UNB Campus, Fredericton, NB
UNB’s Media Arts & Cultures program and the NB Filmmakers’ Co-op invite you to a special screening of the award-winning documentary, The Stairs. The Stairs tells the story of Marty, Greg, and Roxanne, each of whom survived decades of street-involvement.
Using their experiences to ease the paths of others, each performs social work in their old neighbourhood, while struggling to maintain their newly-found stability. Told over five years, The Stairs is a non-judgemental character study of life on society’s margins. Defying stereotypes through intimate portraits, its remarkable subjects are by turns surprising, funny, shocking and moving.
The Stairs premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival last September, and was recently awarded by the Toronto Film Critics Association as Best Canadian Film of 2016.
The film’s cinematographer and current visiting faculty member in film production, Cam Woykin (NB Film Co-op member), will be in attendance. Q&A to follow screening.
This event is free and open to the public.
NB FILM CO-OP WORKSHOPS ACROSS NEW BRUNSWICK
(there is a paypal link on each workshop page title you click on to register for each workshop, see below).Moncton and Saint John workshops start up in April and registration for for them is now OPEN.
Email: info@nbfilmcoop.com to get a pdf of the workshop programs emailed to you.
Through this annual provincial training programme, you can learn from qualified, specialized instructors.
By participating, you acquire new, incredibly interesting skills, and enjoy the camaraderie of the film community in New Brunswick.
The NB Film Co-op workshop series provides hands-on practical film and video training for members and non-members alike. Formally registering and paying in advance is the only way to ensure you will have a seat in any of the offered courses. Register in person at the NB Film Co-op (call or email to make an appointment first please!) (Cash, Cheque or Money Order) or by mail (Cheques and Money Orders only). Pay Pal is now an option as well. There are always limited spots available for all workshops so please call or email staff to see if there are available spots before you send your payment. You can put your name on the waiting list for workshops already full.
NOTE: Are you a Saint John resident who wants to take filmmaking workshops but can't afford to due to financial constraints. Apply to the NB Film Co-op FILM PIX SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM and you may gain entrance to a certain number of workshops in the Saint John Workshop Program this year. Please email Cat at: info@nbfilmcoop.com and she will email you the Film Pix Scholarship Application form for 2017. http://nbfilmcoop.com/programs/film-pix-scholarship
Workshops and Courses
The Majority of the workshops are held at the NB Film Co-op at 732 Charlotte Street, Fredericton, NB beginning in early February annually. Instructors and workshop times are subject to change. There are separate workshop programs and schedules for workshops happening in Moncton and Saint John beginning in March annually. All participants will be notified by email/telephone of any changes with the workshop for which they have registered. For all day workshops, we recommend that you bring your own lunch.
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MONCTON - HOW TO WRITE AND DIRECT A SHORT FILM
http://nbfilmcoop.com/workshops/how-write-and-direct-short-film-0
(Intro – Theory)
April 1, Saturday, 11 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Paul Erskine
Location: Nova Media Production Services, 108 High Street, Moncton, New Brunswick
Fee: $25 For Film Co-op Members/$35 For Non-Members
(Film Co-op Members are required to take this workshop before they direct/produce their own projects through the Film Co-op)
Class Limit: 8
This workshop will teach you the essentials of short filmmaking. Topics to be covered will include screenwriting, pre-production (costs/budgets/financing, gear, casting, essential crew, locations), cinematography, how to direct, capturing good audio, editing and post-production.
The workshop will include filmmaking videos and clips from award winning short films.
All participants will be provided a 10+ page workshop guide.
INSTRUCTOR'S BIOGRAPHY
Paul Erskine is an award winning Director, DOP and screenwriter. He has directed six shorts, produced nine and been the DOP on ten. His shorts have screened at over forty festivals in Canada and internationally including Silver Wave, Canada International Film Festival, Toronto Short Film Festival, SoCal Film Festival and Los Angeles Cinefest.
He is also an avid screenwriter having penned six feature screenplays and numerous shorts. His latest screenplay placed in the top 1% of the Nicholl Fellowship screenwriting contest run by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
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FREDERICTON - CREATIVE EDITING: HOW TO MAKE THE MAGIC HAPPEN IN POST
http://nbfilmcoop.com/workshops/creative-editing-know-how-make-magic-hap...
(Intro – Theory and Hands-on)
April 6, Thursday, 6 pm – 10 pm
Instructor: Alex Vietinghoff
Location: New Brunswick Film Co-op, back editing suite, 732 Charlotte Street, Fredericton
Fee: $30 For Film Co-op Members/$40 For Non-Members
Class Limit: 4
FULL
Being a technically proficient non-linear picture editor that knows how to input files from different sources, organize them in the right folders, set up your timeline, and do rough edits is important but there is more to editing than the basic know how.
A creative editor is someone who is able to take any material and creatively edit it into a strong final drama, comedy or documentary with excellent pacing, tight well thought out scene structure choices, and a story that an audience will want to watch over and over.
This workshop is about becoming a creative editor on all your projects.
Attendees should have basic skills in editing but it is not necessary.
NOTE: The instructor will not go over basics in editing (how to), this workshop is about taking editing beyond that into another realm.
INSTRUCTOR BIOGRAPHY
Alex Vietinghoff is a documentary filmmaker and editor in Fredericton, New Brunswick. Alex studied Journalism at St. Thomas University and then worked for Outreach Productions for a few years as a videographer and editor. He now works for Trekkit TV on Bell Aliant TV1, and freelances as a cinematographer and editor.
His work has been shown on TV, film festivals, online, and he edits in Avid Media Composer and Adobe Premiere Pro/After Effects. Alex is currently working on a feature documentary on the New Brunswick brewing industry, as well as creating videos for The Manatee, New Brunswick's biggest satirical news site. He loves skiing, watching movies, drinking craft beer, and filmmaking.
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MONCTON - PRODUCING A WEB SERIES
http://nbfilmcoop.com/workshops/producing-web-series
(Intermediate – Theory)
April 8, Saturday, 11 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Rob Parsons
Location: Nova Media Production Services, 108 High Street, Moncton, New Brunswick
Fee: $35 For Film Co-op Members/$45 For Non-Members
Class Limit: 8
Web Series, web festivals, MCNs, online festivals, digital platforms, interactive transmedia, VOD, SVOD, etc.
Making content to premiere online has only been around a decade but wow, it's been a game changer. YouTube stars are being picked up by major studios and broadcasters for multi-ipicture deals, book deals and TV series.
Web series are pulling in triple digit investments via crowd funding.
This one day workshop will explore how to finance, produce and distribute your web series. The instructor will break down the steps needed to get your idea out of your head and onto the tiny screen.
INSTRUCTOR'S BIOGRAPHY
In 2009 Rob wrote what would be his first feature film. Inspired by his 12 years working in a Call Centre, and life as a father of a special needs child, he put pen to pad and wrote “Calling”. The film was a story about a man, Rick, coming to grips with the reality of his son’s condition.
On the same day he learned of massive layoffs at his company. As it turns out, Rob would find himself in the very same situation not many years later. “Calling” was not only Rob’s first feature film, it was his introduction to a world he never thought possible, writing and telling stories. He formed “Let Em Laugh Productions” and the rest as they say, is history. He was travelling a new path in life.
Since 2009 Rob has written and directed a second feature film “The Divorce”, is a producer, co-director & videographer for “Simply Zen”, Elaine Shannon’s television show, was the first AD on another full length this past summer, wrote & shot a teaser for a television show he is developing, and is gearing up for pre-production on his next full length feature “My Brother Baxter”, which is a departure from the crude comedy that he and the Let Em Laugh team are known for.
Rob believes in the “Yes we can” attitude, something he and his team preach for every project. Anyone can laugh and never take the chance, but Rob and everyone he works with simply push forward, and Let Em Laugh, we’ll do it regardless.
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FREDERICTON - PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT AND THE AD ON SET
http://nbfilmcoop.com/workshops/production-management-ad-set
(Intro – Theory)
April 12, Wednesday, 6 pm – 10 pm
Instructor: Victoria Clowater
Location: New Brunswick Film Co-op, basement resource centre, 732 Charlotte Street, Fredericton
Fee: $25 For Film Co-op Members/$35 For Non-Members
(Film Co-op Members are required to take this workshop before they direct/produce their own projects through the Film Co-op)
Class Limit: 8
The production manager on an independent production wears many hats in contrast to a commercial production. This workshop will cover: being hired as a volunteer PM, budgeting and breakdowns; setting up the production office where ever that may be; hiring volunteer crew with the director; workspace organization; production scheduling; locations, daily production reports; location management; petty cash; deal memos; cast contracts, craft services and much, much more!
First ADs must be authoritative team-leaders and motivators, whilst also being approachable team players. They need exceptional organizational and time-management skills. The ability to plan ahead, trouble-shoot and pay close attention to detail is vital. Overall, they provide the key link between the Director, the cast and the crew, whilst also liaising with the production office, and providing regular progress reports about the shoot.
INSTRUCTOR’S BIOGRAPHY
Victoria first joined the Co-op in 2011, and has been able to work on a variety of projects, from short films to independent features, television productions, and more. Among the NBFC community, she has produced and production managed a number of short films, including the CBC 3-2-1 award-winning The Art of Decay (directed by Jillian Acreman), the winner of the NB Joy Award, Chopsticks (directed by Britany Sparrow), and zack & luc, winner for Best Short at the 2014 Silver Wave Film Festival. Most recently, Victoria directed and produced the queer comedy web series, Babes, which is now available on YouTube.
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FREDERICTON - LOCATION SOUND
http://nbfilmcoop.com/workshops/location-sound
(Intro – Theory and Hands-on)
April 13, Thursday, 6 pm - 10 pm
Instructor: Rob Gemmell
Location: New Brunswick Film Co-op, basement resource centre, 732 Charlotte Street, Fredericton
Fee: $25 For Film Co-op Members/$35 For Non-Members
(Required Workshop for members who want handle gear and do 'sound' on film/video projects through NB Film Co-op)
Class Limit: 8
A hands-on workshop for anyone interested in doing effective sound recording on films and videos.
Participants will learn about location sound, and the troubles and tribulations that go along with trying to have perfect audio in the midst of whirling fans, beeps and bumps. Production sound techniques will be discussed and demonstrated.
INSTRUCTOR'S BIOGRAPHY
Rob graduated from the Centre for Arts and Technology from the Recording Arts Foundation program in 2004. He then completed his B.A. degree in History with a Film Certificate at U.N.B in 2008.
A Film Co-op member since 2006, Rob has worked as location sound recorder/mixer and sound editor on projects such as Joel Thompson's "Ugly", and Britany Sparrow's "The Morning After" as well as other projects.
Rob also works as a digital archivist for the Provincial Archives of New Brunswick, and freelancer recorder for Atlantic Mediaworks and other independent filmmakers.
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MONCTON - PRODUCTION DESIGN TIPS FOR LOW BUDGET FILMMAKERS
http://nbfilmcoop.com/workshops/production-design-tips-low-budget-filmma...
(Intro – Theory)
April 15, Saturday, 11 am - 5 pm
Instructor: Donovan Richard
Location: Nova Media Production Services, 108 High Street, Moncton, New Brunswick
Fee: $25 For Film Co-op Members/$35 For Non-Members
(Required Workshop for members who want to direct/produce their own projects through NB Film Co-op)
Class Limit: 8
Among the most neglected key elements in low-budget films are production design and art direction. That's a problem because production design impacts all aspects of your project. It is the detailed blueprint you follow to make your vision come alive.
Self-taught independents often are so wrapped up in the story and technical stuff they forget about the aesthetics. You don't have to be a production designer to at least put some thought into what the camera is seeing, over and above the action. The Instructor's purpose in the workshop is to encourage you to spend more effort on getting your overall design right without breaking the bank.
Your art department will most likely have the production designer and art director combined in one person, who may also become set decorator and set builder. Do not neglect this part of the project.
The environment where your action takes place has a significant impact on the audience's emotional response. Sure, you don't have a budget for it. But that is no excuse. Production design costs you nothing … if you organize it yourself. Set decoration can be done on a shoestring … if you're clever. It may involve some social engineering to get volunteers to do the work and artful negotiation to get the stuff you need.
INSTRUCTOR’S BIOGRAPHY
Donovan Richard joined the NB Filmmakers Co-operative in 2003 and worked on multiple projects as a 1st AD, Production Manager, Grip, Sound and Production Designer. Production Design is the position Don prefers doing the most, but he knew that to be proficient in more then one crew role would allow for him to work on more productions and thus get some additional filmmaking experience.
Donovan has produced and directed Dead Flies (2005), Rebecca’s Grave (2007-2008) and XIII (2014). Donovan along with producer/writer Dan Thebeau produced the Short Film Venture Film Delivrance which screened at FICFA, St Andrews Film Festival and the Silver Wave Film Festival where it won numerous awards and caught the attention of CBC. Donovan then co-produced The Bannisters (CBC 3-2-1) which was nominated for and won numerous awards at the 2013 Silver Wave Film Festival.
The experiences Donovan has accumulated over the years taking all the different workshops and working on numerous member shoots, has helped him develop a very solid foundation in independent filmmaking. Don hopes to pass along what he has learned to other eager filmmakers who wish to produce film projects in the future.
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SAINT JOHN - THE DIRECTOR’S PERSPECTIVE
http://nbfilmcoop.com/workshops/director’s-perspective
Intro - Theory
April 15, Saturday, 10 am - 4 pm
Instructor: Danny Thebeau
Saint John Free Public Library, 1 Market Sq, Saint John, New Brunswick, ROOM #1
Fee: $35 For NBFC Members/$45 For Non-Members
(Film Co-op Members are required to take at least one directing course before they direct/
produce their own projects through the Film Co-op)
Class Limit: 8
This broad-scoped workshop is ideal for independent filmmakers.
The workshop will cover all the basics for prepping for film productions, with particular attention to directing. What are potential production issues in a script? What should you ask during casting sessions? Should you rehearse? What happens when things go wrong (and they will go wrong)? This workshop is especially useful for those who are interested in writing, producing and directing their own material.
INSTRUCTOR'S BIOGRAPHY
A graduate of the Canadian Screen Training Centre in directing, Danny also obtained an NBFC Film and Television Certificate. He has received a Short Film Venture grant, CBC 321 award, and IndieCan10K award. He has written and directed several award-winning short comedies and dramas.
His project “Délivrance" was acquired by CBC Television and Société Radio-Canada Acadie. “The Bannisters” was produced with the support of CBC/NBFC, and “Owl River Runners”, an NB feature film produced for IndieCan Entertainment is currently on the festival circuit and marked for Canadian distribution in 2017. A stage and film actor, and director, Danny reconciles the actor and director needs for those who are looking to act for film.
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FREDERICTON - THE INDY PRODUCER: HOW I LEARNED TO STOP WORRYING AND LOVE HAVNG A LOW BUDGET
http://nbfilmcoop.com/workshops/indy-producer
(Intro – Theory and Hands-on)
April 20, Thursday, 6 pm - 10 pm
Instructor: Will Beatty
Location: New Brunswick Film Co-op, basement resource centre, 732 Charlotte Street, Fredericton
Fee: $25 For Film Co-op Members/$35 For Non-Members
Class Limit: 8
This workshop will introduce filmmakers of all skill levels to the intricacies of making a film - from script to screen. More specifically the workshop will focus on script reading, budgeting, scheduling, set etiquette and even various forms of distribution.
INSTRUCTOR'S BIOGRAPHY
William was born in Fredericton, but has lived a few other places along the way. A Film Co-op member in good-standing William has been involved with filmmaking since childhood in a number of capacities.
Professionally William has specialized in Assistant Directing, Directing, Writing and Producing. With an understanding of both the creative and business aspects of filmmaking William has been an invaluable asset to numerous features, shorts, documentaries and corporate projects.
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MONCTON - BEFORE AND AFTER - CROWDFUNDING AND DISTRIBUTION PLATFORMS
http://nbfilmcoop.com/workshops/and-after-crowdfunding-and-distribution-...
(Intermediate – Theory and Hands-on)
Saturday, April 22, 11 am - 5 pm
Instructor: André Goguen
Location: Nova Media Production Services, 108 High Street, Moncton
Fee: $25 For Film Co-op Members/$35 For Non-Members
Class Limit: 8
Today, the tools are there for filmmakers to fund, promote and distribute their films themselves, going straight to their audiences with their films. But it’s not as simple as a posting an indiegogo campaign.
Along with André, you’ll discover best practices for planning and building a successful crowdfunding campaign, look for opportunities in your script, and workshop and brainstorm ideas for a great pitch. If you have a project you are thinking of crowdfunding, bring copies of your script and we could workshop it.
We’ll also look at great online tools filmmakers can use for ticketing a screening, distributing your film online, and how to promote each on social media.
INSTRUCTOR’S BIOGRAPHY
A 22-year veteran in graphic design/advertising, André Goguen caught the bug of video editing and has been sick ever since. His first picture edit, “Délivrance" won the 2010 SWFF Award for best Picture Editing. He spearheaded the crowdfunding campaign for his first feature film, “Owl River Runners”, which was the second most-funded film in the Indiecan10k film challenge.
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SAINT JOHN - SCREENWRITING
http://nbfilmcoop.com/workshops/screenwriting-2
(intro - Theory and Hands-on)
April 22, Saturday, 10 am - 4 pm
Instructor: Chris Fulton
Saint John Free Public Library, 1 Market Sq, Saint John, New Brunswick, ROOM #1
Fee: $25 For NBFC Members/$35 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: 8
This workshop will be comprised of two parts:
In-class discussion/writing exercises based on participants' review of hand-out material
AND
2) Readings/critique/discussion of scripts in progress.
In order to get the most out of our limited time, the instructor will email hand-out materials in PDF or text format three-to-four weeks prior to the workshop. Class discussions will focus on topics picked by the participants. So, for instance, if script formatting matters continue to mystify after review of hand-out material, the workshop can comprise a three-hour discussion of this driest of topics. It is up to the majority.
The instructor will require all participants to have at least a half-page summary or outline of a script they wish to develop for class discussion and very constructive, non-judgmental critique. If you have a partial or complete first-draft script, please, please, please bring that with you.
INSTRUCTOR’S BIOGRAPHY
Chris is the writer of four short films ("Gamers' Manifesto", "Manic Chiropractic", "Sing, Muse", and "Buzz") and co-writer of the feature-length film "Owl River Runners" shot last August.
Chris is equally active in theatre, having written a pair of short plays and two one-acts ("Hardwire" and "Vanceboro") for NotaBle Acts Theatre Company.
He has received three Silver Wave awards for Excellence in Screenwriting since producing his first short film in 2007. He resides in Sussex with his wife Laura, daughter Audrey, and dog Whiskey.
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SAINT JOHN - SOCIAL MEDIA - SIMPLIFIED AND ORGANIZED
http://nbfilmcoop.com/workshops/social-media-simplified-and-organized
Intro - Theory and Hands-on
Instructor: Elaine Shannon
April 26, Wednesday, 6 pm - 9 pm
Location: Saint John Free Public Library, 1 Market Sq, Saint John, New Brunswick, ROOM #1
Fee: $25 For Film Co-op Members and WIFT-AT members/$35 For Non-Members
Class Limit: 8
In this fast paced workshop, you’ll be learning how to use the key Social Media channels effectively.
You’ll leave with a new game plan on how to have an effective and engaging Social Media presence.
In this interactive session you’ll learn:
About the major Social Media Channels and how you are measuring up.
How and where to spend your valuable time in Social Media
Who is on what channel and are they really your “Ideal Connection”
Why you need to have a Social media presence.
How to use your phone to engage in real time and deliver your message.
Bring your laptop and your phone : get online with the group and experience Social Media at its most dynamic. This interactive session will have you interacting not only with the group but with the people in your virtual community in no time at all.
INSTRUCTOR'S BIOGRAPHY
Executive Producer, Television Presenter. A powerhouse of energy and enthusiasm packed into a four-foot, ten-inch frame, Elaine is truly the Empress of Inspiration. Until recently, Elaine was executive producer/host of a wellness show called “Simply Zen” for Bell Aliant’s Community One Channel.
She is also in distribution of “Owl River Runners” a full length feature movie, one of the chosen films for INDIECAN10K; an inaugural initiative aimed at first time feature filmmakers. Elaine was also producer on the feature film, “The Divorce”, in partnership with Let em Laugh Productions.
A maverick and early adopter of new media Elaine has 200+ videos on her youtube channel with hundreds of subscribers.
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SAINT JOHN - YOU OUGHTA BE IN PICTURES - ACTING
http://nbfilmcoop.com/workshops/you-oughta-be-pictures-acting-0
(Intro – Theory and Hands-on)
April 29, Saturday, 10 am - 4 pm
Instructor: Danny Thebeau
Saint John Free Public Library, 1 Market Sq, Saint John, New Brunswick, ROOM #1
Fee: $35 For NBFC Members/$45 For Non-Members
Number Limit: 8
Ever sit there and wonder, what more can I do to score that role?
From an actor and director's combined approach, this workshop will explore preparing for that audition, leaving a lasting impression, building relationships, working with the director and other actors, and learning set etiquette.
Learn core principles of being a film actor while exploring the artistic and technical demands using a variety of discussions and exercises including on-camera work.
INSTRUCTOR'S BIOGRAPHY
A graduate of the Canadian Screen Training Centre in directing, Danny also obtained an NBFC Film and Television Certificate. He has received a Short Film Venture grant, CBC 321 award, and IndieCan10K award. He has written and directed several award-winning short comedies and dramas.
His project “Délivrance" was acquired by CBC Television and Société Radio-Canada Acadie. “The Bannisters” was produced with the support of CBC/NBFC, and “Owl River Runner”:, an NB feature film produced for IndieCan Entertainment is currently on the festival circuit and marked for Canadian distribution in 2017. A stage and film actor, and director, Danny reconciles the actor and director needs for those who are looking to act for film.
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FREDERICTON - PRACTICAL MAGIC - PRACTICAL EFFECTS ON A SHOESTRING
http://nbfilmcoop.com/workshops/practical-magic-practical-effects-shoest...
(Intro – Theory and Hands-on)
April 30, Sunday, 11 am - 5 pm
Instructor: Tim Tracey
Location: New Brunswick Film Co-op, basement resource centre, 732 Charlotte Street, Fredericton
Fee: $35 For Film Co-op Members/$45 For Non-Members
Class Limit: 8
In this workshop award-winning filmmaker Tim Tracey will explore the world of affordable practical effects. Tim will delve into his own experiences creating practical effects on micro budget films, demonstrate how he has crafted some amazing props and provide some of the tricks and tips he has picked up over the years. Tim will be happy to provide guidance for any concerns or question you may encounter on your own project so come with some ideas!
INSTRUCTOR'S BIOGRAPHY
Halifax based Tim Tracey is a small town boy, who dreamed of one day being a fisherman, unfortunately a crippling fear of boats ended that dream before it could start.
Tim's next dream involved becoming a radioactive turtle, with his Ninja Turtle action figures in tow young Tim wandered around karate chopping everything in sight. Nothing was safe from this seven-year-old reptile wanna be. Soon the karate chops become boring and little Tim wanted a sai and nunchaku, in the time before the internet this would be a difficult purchase so the decision to make these instruments of carnage out of Styrofoam was an obvious one. This began his passion for practical effects and he has been creating his own practical effects since.
Tim is currently editing his latest feature film 'Canadian Ninja'.
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FREDERICTON - USING MUSIC FOR FILM
http://nbfilmcoop.com/workshops/using-music-film
(Intro – Theory and Hands-on)
May 4, Thursday, 6 pm - 10 pm
Instructor: Terry Gadsden
Location: New Brunswick Film Co-op, basement resource centre, 732 Charlotte Street, Fredericton
Fee: $25 For Film Co-op Members/$35 For Non-Members
Class Limit: 8
In this intensive workshop, the attendees will be introduced to a wealth of information through the instructor’s extensive background in music to help them come to a greater understanding of sound, music and effects. Stock music – how to find it, choose it, use it, plus all the copyright and licensing considerations. Dealing with composers and recording, examples of music tracks for tv commercials, techniques for scoring for film and hands on cutting to music
INSTRUCTOR'S BIOGRAPHY
Terry Gadsden pursues what may be described as two parallel careers that frequently overlap – film composer and filmmaker. Each one helps the other as it turns out.
His main locale for many years was Toronto, but he was also a staff film editor for the BBC in London, England, and he has done location work all over the world, in a variety of functions.
Editing has been a big part of Terry’s career, shaping images and ideas into stories that jar, that flow smoothly, that create emotion and thought. He has worked on 35mm, 70mm, Imax, and digital productions, for a wide range of clients, including CBC-TV, TV Ontario, Global TV, CTV, and many production houses in Toronto.
As a film editor, his name is on many awards, including an EMMY nomination, several CLIOs (the American advertising awards) and BESSIEs (the Canadian television advertising awards.)
Terry is the composer of many original tracks scored for specific commercials and films. On some of these productions he was lucky enough to be the editor as well as the composer. He has composed tracks for Infiniti Automobiles, Saturn Automobiles, Bank of Montreal, Pontiac Automobiles, and a long list of national television commercials.
Along the course of his career, he began composing stock music, mainly for deWolfe Ltd of London, England, and for a few other production library companies as well. Stock music is wonderful – Terry works with the best musicians in the best studios, and the music he creates goes out into the world and generates royalties.
Terry’s music turns up in the most interesting places – television shows like How I Met Your Mother, Sesame Street, Saturday Night Live, Hell On Wheels, and feature films like Brokeback Mountain, Charlie’s Angels-Full Throttle, etc.
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MONCTON - HD FILMMAKING
http://nbfilmcoop.com/workshops/hd-filmmaking
(Intro – Theory)
May 6, Saturday, 11 am - 5 pm
Instructor: Brad MacDonald
Location: Nova Media Production Services, 108 High Street, Moncton
Fee: $25 For Film Co-op Members/$35 For Non-Members
(Required Workshop for members who want to direct/produce their own projects through NB Film Co-op)
Class Limit: 8
This one-day introductory workshop is designed for media artists and filmmakers who would like to explore camera techniques in their independent projects. It is also open to members of the public wishing to gain basic skills in camera.
Participants will be introduced to common terminology and definitions, and will become familiar with camera equipment. Participants will also watch short videos and excerpts from films as examples of different types of camera work.
INSTRUCTOR'S BIOGRAPHY
Upon finishing his studies in film and television in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Brad MacDonald returned home to Moncton to make a living with his training. Brad was fortunate to get an intern position at The Postman Post-Production Studio. During his tenure there over a 5-year period, he worked on projects ranging from corporate internal videos to feature length films and documentaries for national broadcast.
During his time off from industry work, Brad can be found shooting, editing or researching. No matter what the medium; still or motion photography, his passion is never ending for creative projects.
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SAINT JOHN- PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT AND THE AD ON SET
http://nbfilmcoop.com/workshops/production-management-ad-set-0
(Intro – Theory)
May 11, Thursday, 6 pm – 9 pm
Instructor: Tim O’Neill
Location: Saint John Free Public Library, 1 Market Sq, Saint John, New Brunswick, ROOM #1
Fee: $25 For Film Co-op Members/$35 For Non-Members
(Film Co-op Members are required to take this workshop before they direct/produce their own projects through the Film Co-op)
Class Limit: 8
The production manager on an independent production wears many hats in contrast to a commercial production. This workshop will cover: being hired as a volunteer PM, budgeting and breakdowns; setting up the production office where ever that may be; hiring volunteer crew with the director; workspace organization; production scheduling; locations, daily production reports; location management; petty cash; deal memos; cast contracts, craft services and much, much more!
First ADs must be authoritative team-leaders and motivators, whilst also being approachable team players. They need exceptional organizational and time-management skills. The ability to plan ahead, trouble-shoot and pay close attention to detail is vital. Overall, they provide the key link between the Director, the cast and the crew, whilst also liaising with the production office, and providing regular progress reports about the shoot.
INSTRUCTOR'S BIOGRAPHY
Alumni Film Co-op member filmmaker Tim O'Neill Tim was awarded a Silver Wave Award for Most Unique Film for his short experimental film, “Snowflake.” Tim has worked on multiple productions as a gaffer, key grip and assistant director.
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SAINT JOHN - THE ART OF CREATING MUSIC VIDEOS ON A SHOESTRING BUDGET
http://nbfilmcoop.com/workshops/art-creating-music-videos-shoestring-bud...
(Intro – Theory)
May 13, Saturday, 10 am - 4 pm
Instructor: Steve Doiron
Location: Saint John Free Public Library, 1 Market Sq, Saint John, New Brunswick, ROOM #1
Fee: $25 For Film Co-op Members/$30 For Non-Members
Class Limit: 8
Music Video can be one of the most accessible ways that individuals can begin a career in directing. By its very nature, the music video is stylistic, expressive, evocative, and free of many of the constraints of standard narrative filmmaking.
The instructor will go over the essential elements of what goes into making a music video, including: choosing the right band and the right song, creating the look of the video and its overall aesthetic style, planning the music video shoot, learning how to shoot and keep the film in sync with the lyrics and editing, and adding visual special effects.
INSTRUCTOR'S BIOGRAPHY
Steven Doiron is an award winning filmmaker who has produced and directed over twelve films and music videos, as well as assisted on other New Brunswick and Nova Scotia film projects. Over the past six years he has combined his love of music and storytelling into music videos for both international and local stars.
His film awards include Best Music Video at the 2012 Silver Wave Film Festival, as well as Best Horror Film at the 2010 and 2013 Silver Wave Film Festivals. His work with Saint John based Mike Biggar has gained him two Music Video Of The Year nominations from Music New Brunswick (2011 and 2014). He is also a nine-year member of the New Brunswick Film Co-op and teaches an annual filmmaking workshop in Saint John. He is currently entrenched in the Saint John music video scene while he writes and re-writes his latest films.
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FREDERICTON - DOCUMENTARY FILMMAKING
http://nbfilmcoop.com/workshops/doc-filmmaking-telling-compelling-stories
(Intro – Theory and Hands-on)
May 16, Tuesday, 6 pm - 10 pm
Instructor: Christine McLean
Location: New Brunswick Film Co-op, basement resource centre, 732 Charlotte Street, Fredericton
Fee: $25 For Film Co-op Members/$35 For Non-Members
(Required Workshop for members who want to do documentary film/video projects through NB Film Co-op)
Class Limit: 8
This workshop will serve as an introduction to documentary filmmaking. The instructor will explore documentary story structure and examine the stages of taking a documentary through preproduction, production, and post production. Participants will be introduced to documentary treatment/script format, shot composition, and the importance of b-roll.
INSTRUCTOR’S BIOGRAPHY
Christine McLean spent years working in the field of television documentary in New Brunswick. She wrote and directed episodes for the Discovery series “Frontiers of Construction” and, “Stones of Fate and Fortune”. She also researched, wrote and narrated one-off documentaries for the national CBC Television series “Opening Night”. Her work took her from the gem mines of Sri Lanka to the great hydraulic projects of the Netherlands to the backstage of Carnegie Hall in New York. Christine has taught television journalism at St Thomas University in Fredericton and works as a CBC broadcaster, including a recurring role as the New Brunswick panellist on CBC-TV’s “ Short Film Face-Off”.
Christine’s most recent project, The Girls of St. Mary’s has been nominated for awards.
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SAINT JOHN - MASTERING CINEMATOGRAPHY
http://nbfilmcoop.com/workshops/mastering-cinematography
(Intermediate – Theory)
May 20, Saturday, 10 am - 4 pm
Instructor: Paul Erskine
Location: Saint John Free Public Library, 1 Market Sq, Saint John, New Brunswick, ROOM #1
Fee: $25 For Film Co-op Members/$35 For Non-Members
Class Limit: 8
At the heart of every great movie, is outstanding cinematography.
This workshop will cover cinematography in detail with the goal being to enable you to bring cinematography concepts and hopefully great images to your film making. Topics will include: what is cinematography, examples of great cinematography, lenses (types, capabilities), cameras (types, capabilities, which to use when), depth of field, lighting concepts, achieving perfect focus, getting movement in your shots, support gear (tripods, sliders, stabilizers, dollies, field monitors), how a DOP works with a Director and more.
INSTRUCTOR'S BIOGRAPHY
Paul Erskine is an award winning Director, DOP and screenwriter. He has directed six shorts, produced nine and been the DOP on ten. His shorts have screened at over forty festivals in Canada and internationally including Silver Wave, Canada International Film Festival, Toronto Short Film Festival, SoCal Film Festival and Los Angeles Cinefest.
He is also an avid screenwriter having penned six feature screenplays and numerous shorts. His latest screenplay placed in the top 1% of the Nicholl Fellowship screenwriting contest run by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
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FREDERICTON - ACTING FOR THE CAMERA
http://nbfilmcoop.com/workshops/acting-camera
(Intro – Theory and Hands-on)
May 25, Thursday, 6 pm – 10 pm
Instructor: Jeff Bate Boerop
Location: New Brunswick Film Co-op, 732 Charlotte Street, basement resource centre, Fredericton
Fee: $25 For Film Co-op Members/$35 For Non-Members
Class Limit: 8
The intention of the workshop is to look at, explore and try out some of the tools an actor can use to develop their craft and hopefully get the part! Focus will be on text analysis character development, the audition process, and cold and prepared readings.
INSTRUCTOR’S BIOGRAPHY
Jeff has been acting in theatre and films in Fredericton for 22 years. After a stint of a few years in the big city of Toronto where he studied at Equity Showcase Theatre, he returned to Fredericton where he has appeared in TNB’s productions of It’s a Wonderful Life, The Dollar Woman and Noel Coward’s Private Lives. His one-person performance of Marx in Soho did three runs in Fredericton, and was also performed in Toronto at the 2016 Mayworks Festival. In film, Jeff performed the lead roles in Tony Merzetti’s biopics about Fredericton poets Francis Sherman and Bliss Carman. Jeff has indulged in sketch comedy with the troupe The Fiddleheadz, and appeared most recently in Frictive Pictures’ short film Chiaroscuro. Jeff is a graduate of the British-American Drama Academy’s summer program at Oxford, England.
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MONCTON - SCREENWRITING
http://nbfilmcoop.com/workshops/screenwriting-1
(Intro – Theory and Hands-on)
May 21 Sunday, 11 am - 5 pm
Instructor: Iain MacLeod
Location: Nova Media Production Services, 108 High Street, Moncton, New Brunswick
Fee: $45 for NBFC Members/$55 for Non-Members
Number Limit: 10
A study of screenwriting both technically and creatively, this course is ideal for novice writers with little or no experience. Participants will learn how the elements of story (plot, conflict, theme, dialogue, and character development) are used specifically for film. This course will also cover technical details such as formatting and film specific writing techniques. This workshop will give you the boost you need to dive in, or fix up your next great project.
Participants are encouraged (but not required) to bring a short film idea to be discussed if time permits.
INSTRUCTOR’S BIOGRAPHY
Iain MacLeod is a screenwriter and filmmaker based in Halifax. Educated at the Canadian Film Centre he has written and directed a number of short films and written for such TV shows as Street Cents, Trailer Park Boys and This Hour and 22mins. He has also written or co-written several feature films, including Beat Down, Relative Happiness and Your Money or Your Wife, which he also directed. This past summer he directed his second feature (You Ruined Our Life) currently in post-production. Iain is a past Film 5 writer mentor, has taught many screenwriting workshops at AFCOOP and co-designed its Script Clinic.
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MONCTON - THE AD ON SET
http://nbfilmcoop.com/workshops/ad-set
(Intro – Theory and Hands-on)
May 28 Sunday, 11 am - 5 pm
Instructor: Nicole Close
Location: Nova Media Production Services, 108 High Street, Moncton, New Brunswick
Fee: $45 for NBFC Members/$55 for Non-Members
(Required Workshop for members who want to direct/produce their own projects through NB Film Co-op)
Number Limit: 8
This one-day workshop will cover the specific functions of the AD team and provide an overview of how a strong AD team facilitates & organizes an efficient film project. Pre-production and production requirements will be discussed including the importance of communication & work flow between AD team, Production & crew and how that translates to on-set responsibilities. We will break down a short film together & touch base on one-liners, shooting schedules, and all the other fun paperwork that every good AD loves, or loves to hate.
INSTRUCTOR’S BIOGRAPHY
Nicole Close is a Halifax-based Assistant Director and one of the leading production professionals in the Nova Scotia film industry.
Originally from Vancouver, Nicole has lived in Halifax since the late 1990s. She started in the film and television industry as an actor, working first in commercials, then in dramatic film and TV roles. The more experience she had on film sets the more Nicole was drawn to the action behind the camera. After volunteering on a number of productions in various departments she found her calling as an assistant director.
Nicole has extensive experience both as a First and Second AD. This includes television (Mr. D.; Trailer Park Boys; Sex & Violence; Forgive Me) and feature films (Your Money Or Your Wife; Copperhead; Bunker 6; Hobo with a Shotgun) as well as web series (Everyone’s Famous; Cheap Smokes - Swearnet). Nicole has also been involved on more than a dozen short films, taught workshops and provided mentorship for various film programs in Nova Scotia.
Outside of work, Nicole has travelled extensively. Beginning in her teens in the Orient (Taiwan, Japan, Hong Kong, Korea), later in New Zealand and most recently Central America (El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama). She continues to feed her passions for making films & travelling. Hoping one day to combine them.
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MONCTON - NON-LINEAR PICTURE EDITING
http://nbfilmcoop.com/workshops/non-linear-picture-editing
(Intro – Theory and Hands-on)
June 3, Saturday, 11 am - 4 pm
Instructor: Rocky Warren
Location: Nova Media Production Services, 108 High Street, Moncton, New Brunswick
Fee: $25 for NBFC Members/$35 for Non-Members
Number Limit: 8
This workshop will cover how to edit your projects. Among the topics covered will be managing your material, troubleshooting and backing up your work. The instructor will be using: Grass Valley Edius Pro 8.0, Da Vinci Resolve and Premiere Pro.
INSTRUCTOR’S BIOGRAPHY
Rocklyn Warren has been around production circles for quite a while now, having been in the film biz for 30+ yrs. He has been involved with everything from single person productions to multi-camera broadcast TV shows. Starting out in the early 80’s as a program director/cameraman/audio tech/editor/director for community TV stations in Nova Scotia, he moved on to commercial/corporate productions. After a move to Moncton, NB in ’94, Rocky became involved with TV series work for the History Channel, Discovery Channel, CBC, SRC , etc. Rocky's true expertise lies in the roles of Director of Photography and Video Editor for TV Shows, Commercials and Digital Cinema Productions.
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SAINT JOHN - DOCUMENTARY: TELLING PERSONAL STORIES THAT MATTER
http://nbfilmcoop.com/workshops/documentary-telling-personal-stories-matter
(Intro – Theory)
June 3, Saturday, 10 am - 4 pm
Instructor: Matt Brown
Location: Saint John Free Public Library, 1 Market Sq, Saint John, New Brunswick, ROOM #1
Fee: $25 For Film Co-op Members/$35 For Non-Members
Class Limit: 8
This full day workshop is designed to provide the participants with the necessary theory to make documentaries that are intriguing, demanding and challenging.
The workshop will cover the four basic steps of documentary filmmaking step-by-step. At the end, participants will be able to take away invaluable insights to incorporate into their projects.
INSTRUCTOR'S BIOGRAPHY
Matt is an award-winning writer, director, filmmaker and photographer. To date he has five short films to his credit. In 2006, his short film “Cold Day in Hell” won three awards at the Silver Wave Film Festival including: Best Short Drama, Best Sound Design and Best Art Direction. The film was also nominated in the Best Short Action Sequence in the prestigious Action on Film Festival in LA. His short film “Mountaindale" was selected for CBC’s national Internet
competition “Roots Challenge” in 2010.
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MONCTON - YOU OUGHTA BE IN PICTURES - ACTING
http://nbfilmcoop.com/workshops/you-oughta-be-pictures-acting
(Intermediate – Theory and Hands-on)
June 10, Saturday, 11 am - 5 pm
Instructor: Nicole Steeves
Location: Nova Media Production Services, 108 High Street, Moncton, New Brunswick
Fee: $45 For Film Co-op Members/$55 For Non-Members
(Film Co-op Members are required to take this workshop before they direct/produce their own projects through the Film Co-op)
Number Limit: 8
Ever sit there and wonder, what more can I do to score that role?
From an actor and director's combined approach, this workshop will explore preparing for that audition, leaving a lasting impression, building relationships, working with the director and other actors, and learning set etiquette.
Learn core principles of being a film actor while exploring the artistic and technical demands using a variety of discussions and exercises including on-camera work.
INSTRUCTOR'S BIOGRAPHY
Nicole Steeves is a Writer/Director/Actor. She has written and directed six short films. She recently made her first feature film, “Head Space”, with producer Lynn Matheson. The feature was made possible through the 1K WAVE ATLANTIC program created by WIFT-AT and Ingrid Veninger of pUNK Films
Nicole was the winner of the 2015 WIFT Pitch Competition for her project “Getaway”.
Along with co-writer Struan Sutherland and producer Andre Pettigrew, Nicole became one of the CineCoup Top 15 finalists in Canada with their concept for Namas-DIE. Gnaw, a short film created for Cinecoup was picked by Telefilms Not Short On Talent Program and screened at Clermont Ferrand short film market.
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SAINT JOHN - HOW TO WRITE AND DIRECT A SHORT FILM
http://nbfilmcoop.com/workshops/how-write-and-direct-short-film-1
(Intro – Theory)
June 10 Saturday, 10 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Paul Erskine
Location: Saint John Free Public Library, 1 Market Sq, Saint John, New Brunswick, ROOM #1
Fee: $25 For Film Co-op Members/$35 For Non-Members
Class Limit: 8
(Film Co-op Members are required to take this workshop before they direct/produce their own projects through the Film Co-op)
This workshop will teach you the essentials of short filmmaking. Topics to be covered will include screenwriting, pre-production (costs/budgets/financing, gear, casting, essential crew, locations), cinematography, how to direct, capturing good audio, editing and post-production.
The workshop will include filmmaking videos and clips from award winning short films.
All participants will be provided a 10+ page workshop guide.
INSTRUCTOR'S BIOGRAPHY
Paul Erskine is an award winning Director, DOP and screenwriter. He has directed six shorts, produced nine and been the DOP on ten. His shorts have screened at over forty festivals in Canada and internationally including Silver Wave, Canada International Film Festival, Toronto Short Film Festival, SoCal Film Festival and Los Angeles Cinefest.
He is also an avid screenwriter having penned six feature screenplays and numerous shorts. His latest screenplay placed in the top 1% of the Nicholl Fellowship screenwriting contest run by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
NBFC MONDAY NIGHT FILM SERIES SCHEDULE: JANUARY - APRIL, 2017
We have the programme for the Monday Night Film Series (January - April 2017) on our website. Our next film is below.
Please check out all the details at: http://nbfilmcoop.com/exhibition/monday-night-film-series
We have print programmes and posters available at Tilley Hall just before each screening.
Tony, Cat and John
LA LA LAND
APRIL 3 2017, Tilley Hall, 102, UNB Campus, 7:30pm
Damien Chazelle
USA, 2016
English
Principal cast: Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, John Legend and Rosemarie DeWitt
Set in modern day Los Angeles, this modern take on the Hollywood musical comes from Damien Chazelle, the Academy Award-nominated writer and director of Whiplash. LA LA LAND tells the story of Mia [Emma Stone], an aspiring actress, who serves lattes to movie stars as a barista at a local coffee shop, and Sebastian [Ryan Gosling], a dedicated jazz musician, who plays dingy bars in order to scrape by. Both characters are struggling to make ends meet in a city known for crushing hopes and breaking hearts in a film about everyday life that explores the joy and pain of pursuing your dreams. The two meet and fall in love, but, as success mounts, the dreams they worked so hard to maintain threaten to tear them apart.
All of Chazelle's key collaborators were clearly in total sync with the project's aims. Composer Justin Hurwitz, who worked on both the director's previous films, has delivered an LP's worth of buoyant, charming tunes, mostly in a jazzy vein, with Benj Pasek and Justin Paul supplying the lyrics. Production designer David Wasco and costume designer Mary Zophres adroitly supplied touches of the old and new in an elegant way, while choreographer Mandy Moore similarly danced a stylistic tightrope that greatly helped Chazelle achieve his aim of delivering a welcome gift of vintage goods in a dazzling new package.
La La Land does nothing less than jolt the movie musical to life for the 21st century. You leave exhilarated by Damien Chazelle’s nonstop inventiveness, dazzled by Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling, and thrilled how they made movies magic again. Peter Travers, Rolling Stone
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