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Don’t Miss it: nextMEDIA and the Digi Awards!

November 23, 2011 | Andrea Mallozzi | Posted in CFC Media Lab > Interactive Industry > News & Events

As the end of November approaches we are reminded that nextMEDIA and the Digi Awards are around the corner!  We will be there and to make sure that you are able to attend the crew at nextMEDIA has decided to offer a discount for all <STABLETALK> Readers! This is one of the many perks for following us online!

nextMEDIA 2011 is poised to be the most anticipated yet!  Evolve your business alongside leading executives from advertising, publishing, media and technology for two days of strategy, networking and insights at Canada’s most influential media conference.

Some of this year’s participants include:

Also, don’t miss The Branded Entertainment keynote:

The Entertainment Marketplace: Where Buyers Meet Sellers…Yet The Price Is High

Join Robert Friedman on an informative keynote session and behind-the-scenes look at @radical.media’s global company success with well-known next generation entertainment properties. Hear from him how the development and distribution of content across multiple platforms is evolving. @radical.media has created some of the world’s most innovative content; developing, producing and distributing content for television, feature films, commercials, music programming, digital content and design including projects such as the critically acclaimed “Iconoclasts” for Sundance Channel, Emmy®-winning “10 Days That Unexpectedly Changed America” for the History Channel, “Oprah Presents Masterclass” for OWN, HBO’s “Paradise Lost”, a wide array of MTV music projects including “Lady Gaga: Inside the Outside”, “Britney: For the Record”, the Award-winning digital experience “The Wilderness Downtown” for Google Creative Lab and Arcade Fire and the the Grammy-nominated digital project “The Johnny Cash Project” with Chris Milk.


After nextMEDIA be sure to attend the Digi Awards!

We are very proud of our alumni for making it on the Digi List for this year’s Digi Awards!

Best of luck to all of you, we will be there cheering you on!

Digi Awards details…

Date: December 6 2011 at 7:00pm
Location: The Carlu
Tickets: https://registration.achillesmedia.com/delegate_registration/list_products?event_id=37 (this comes with your nextMEDIA pass)

As always, I will be live-tweeting from these two events as well as writing a wrap-up <STABLETALK> post so stay tuned!

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McLuhan Mashup Challenge!

November 8, 2011 | Andrea Mallozzi | Posted in Calls for Submission

The McLuhan Mashup Challenge is on and amazing prizes are up for grabs. From October 31st to November 12th, CBC invites you to remix, rework and recreate Marshall McLuhan’s message by creating your own McLuhan Mashup.

What’s a Mashup?

A mashup is media content containing any or all of text, graphics, audio, video and animation drawn from pre-existing sources, to create a new derivative work. You are also welcome to use content and elements you’ve created yourself; however, your work must be created from two or more separate pieces of digital content.

What do I need to do?

Start with an idea, gather your media, mash it up in any form you like and upload your most creative reinterpretation of McLuhan’s ideas. Video or Audio submissions must be no more than three minutes long.

More details are on CBC’s site!  Good luck to all entrants!

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NXNE Interactive Panel and Presentation Submissions

November 7, 2011 | Andrea Mallozzi | Posted in Calls for Submission > CFC Media Lab > Interactive Industry

NXNE is looking for panel discussions and presentations that will provide a rich and valuable experience for attendees. The topics can cross a multitude of disciplines that intersect with Interactive at some point. We’ve intentionally left out a “categories” field on the submission form because we don’t want to box in your imaginations. Read through the following points and then go ahead and send us your panel and/or presentation ideas for NXNE Interactive.

NXNEi 2012 will take place in Toronto, from June 13-16th at the Hyatt Regency on King St.

  • All submissions must be in by midnight November 11th.
  • By submitting a proposal you are not guaranteed acceptance and even after
    NXNE accepts a proposal and they maintain the right to cancel it at any time.
  • NXNEi generally does not offer honorariums or cover travel costs for
    presentation/panel submissions. If accepted all people involved in the
    presentation will receive conference badges and music festival passes.
  • If you submit a panel idea, NXNE expects that you will be able to commit
    the time necessary to help organize the panel, including finding panelists
    and moderators.
  • NXNE will review and possibly suggest some panelists regardless of the
    panelists you put on your panel submissions.
  • Please read the FAQ before submitting.

 

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Want to Win a Residency at CERN?

September 20, 2011 | Andrea Mallozzi | Posted in CFC Media Lab > Interactive Industry

Prix Ars Electronica Collide@CERN is the new international competition for digital artists to win a residency at CERN, the world’s largest particle physics laboratory in Geneva. It is the first prize to be announced as part of the new Collide@CERN artists residency programme initiated by the laboratory.

The Winning Artist Will Receive:

  • 10,000 Euros prize money
  • rent
  • subsistence and travel are funded from a designated limited fund that is in addition to the prize money. The awarding of this prize is thanks to the generosity of Ars Electronica and the funding of the creative residencies made possible by the generosity of anonymous donors
  • insurances for the residencies are funded by the Exclusive Sponsor of all artists insurances for the Collide@CERN programme, UNIQA Assurances SA Switzerland

CERN is looking for digital artists who will be truly inspired by CERN, showing their wish to engage with the ideas and/or technology of particle physics and with CERN as a place of scientific collaboration, using them as springboards of the imagination which dare to go beyond the paradigm. You might be a choreographer, performer, visual artist, film maker or a composer – what you all have in common is that you use the digital as the means of making your work and/or the way of presenting it.

For more details about this program and how to apply: http://www.aec.at/prix/collide/

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Job Posting: Porter Airlines, Online Design Specialist

August 12, 2011 | Andrea Mallozzi | Posted in Interactive Industry > Jobs

Another amazing job opportunity that might be right for you!

TITLE: Online Design Specialist

FUNCTION: Reporting to the Director, Marketing, this role focuses on online graphic production, based on Porter graphic standards. This role creates a powerful integrated experience across a wide spectrum of applications, including the Porter website, paid media, social media, etc.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Integrates online and print creative
  • Creates and produces final digital files, for internal and external applications
  • Supports the current and proposed Porter website, including  product architecture and navigation
  • Designs, code and loads eblasts
  • Updates and upgrades the marketing portion of  Porter website , including content, format, SEO, static and motion
  • Uploads or delivers materials to all media as required, and liaises with outside production departments
  • Develops new marketing materials in different formats based on current graphic standards
    • Maintains accurate online files of graphic design materials
    • Develops presentations, including multi-media
    • Actively participate in Porter’s Safety Management System (SMS) including, reporting hazards and incidents encountered in daily operations; understand, comply and promote the Company Safety Policy
    • Any other duties as requested by the Director, Marketing

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Graphic Design degree/diploma from an accredited post-secondary institution
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience
  • Advanced development knowledge with Flash, HTML 5, CSS, JavaScript
  • Advanced knowledge of Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
  • Solid understanding of design and ability to work with complex design specifications
  • Working knowledge of Adobe Premiere
  • Experience working on public-facing websites
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint
  • Keen aptitude for communicating with both technical and non-technical resources
  • Excellent conceptual and creative skills
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Superior written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks concurrently
  • Ability to work effectively within a team environment and accept direction
  • Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset

POSTION LOCATION

  • Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport

 

Please forward your resume to jobs@flyporter.com. 

 

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TIFF Presents Packaged Goods

July 19, 2011 | Andrea Mallozzi | Posted in CFC Media Lab > Events > Interactive Industry > News & Events

Hollywood is banking on 3-D breaking its way into the home.  The second installment of Packaged Goods looks at works that have experimented with the 3-d format in new and profitable ways.

Join the experts for a live chat and screening on the 3-d renaissance.

Details

When: Thursday July 21, 7:00pm
Where: TIFF Bell Lightbox
Tickets:  http://tiff.net/abouttiff/gettickets

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See you there: Startup Festival

July 11, 2011 | Andrea Mallozzi | Posted in Interactive Industry

Another amazing festival you can’t miss is coming up!

The International Startup Festival is a two-day conference on the business of startups. It brings together industry veterans and fresh faces, thought leaders and technology giants from around the world, for a series of lean, fast-paced events. It includes startup launches, inspiring keynotes, and deep-dives into hot sectors like mobility, social networking, and gaming. The festival brings a global audience together to cover the entire startup lifecycle: early-stage innovation; scaling the business; and achieving a successful exit.

Details

When: July 13-15 2011
Where: Alexandra Pier, Old Montreal (Adjacent to Centre des Sciences)
Register Now: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/869924969/
Schedule: http://www.startupfestival.com/en/speakers/

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Your Fellow Alumni Need Your Help!

June 29, 2011 | Andrea Mallozzi | Posted in CFC Media Lab > Interactive Industry > Projects

There are two amazing Kickstarter projects that need your support, help these two teams reach their goals!

Jeremy Diamond and Denny Silverthorne of Smiley Guy Studios are looking to raise funds to produce an animated short film as a tribute to the work of illustrator Bruce McCall.  The short film, Love in the Time of Dendur, is based on a cover of The New Yorker that depicted two mummies, having their photo taken by another mummy in front of the Temple of Dendur at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.  More details about this project and how you can DONATE can be seen on their Kickstarter page.

Liz Gallo and David Goorevitch are also working on a project that needs your support!  The Love Gun uses directional speakers to focus songs in a specific direction.  With The Love Gun, even the dullest streets will turn into spaces for people to connect and dance!  To learn more about this project and DONATE, you can check out their Kickstarter page.

Good luck teams!

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Job Posting: Java Web Developer!

June 23, 2011 | Andrea Mallozzi | Posted in CFC Media Lab > Interactive Industry > Jobs

Onestop Media Group, Canada’s leader in digital out-of-home networks, is looking for a creative, problem solving developer. This position requires someone with experience taking a significant role in several projects, including design and maintenance of our customer web portals.

You will be expected to design, build, document and test your solutions in a team environment. The company wants your input on software development processes and system design. Your skill set should include:

Qualifications
  • 3+ years of development experience
  • Expert in Java 1.6, JSF 2.0, Hibernate 3.x, Spring 3.x
  • Understanding of XHTML, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery
  • Familiarity with Unit Testing and Continuous Integration
  • Ability to read and maintain Perl and PHP scripts
  • Basic understanding of Linux system administration

The job will challenge and provide amazing opportunities for learning new things. The company provides a comprehensive benefits program, a powerful dual-head workstation, great coffee, in a lively and friendly downtown office environment.

Please apply to jobs@onestopmedia.com with a cover letter describing why you would fit into our company. They are read, and it’s a good way to differentiate your application from the hundreds of bots who will also apply for this job.

Only applications in PDF or plain text format will be accepted. Links to examples of your work on-line and salary expectations would be appreciated.

 

 

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CFC Media Lab Presents: YouTube – Storytelling & Distribution Platform

June 2, 2011 | Andrea Mallozzi | Posted in CFC Media Lab > Events > Interactive Industry

As part of World Wide Shorts Film Festival, the CFC Media Lab is presenting an amazing panel, and you are invited to attend it!

More than just cat videos and double rainbows, YouTube presents opportunities for interactive storytelling and new models for distribution that give you the power to connect with your audience directly.  Learn how to re-imagine your distribution strategy and get more views for your films.

This panel will look at the following themes:

  • Case studies of the Staten Island PS 22 choir; 27 million hits on YouTube
  • Interactive stories on YouTube
  • How emerging talent is using YouTube for audience sourcing and as a new model for distribution and audience participation/generation.
Details:

When: Saturday June 4 2011, 10am-11:30am

Where: Victoria College, Room 215

Tickets: Available at the festival box office at Victoria College.  Box Office: 416 929 2232

Special Offer: Alumni of the CFC Media Lab get in for FREE!  Email amallozzi@cfccreates.com to be added to the guest list.

Moderator: Jacqueline Nuwame, Sr Training Programs Manager of CFC Media Lab

Jacqueline Nuwame is currently Senior Training Programs Manager, at the CFC Media Lab, overseeing the Telus IAEP training program, working with industry partners on strategic relationships on numerous special projects and national training activities. With her company Eventide Media she is in development on three documentaries, most notably The Hanging of Angelique, based on the novel by Afua Cooper. With her company she has worked as a consultant with several Canadian production companies and convergent projects such as Direct Current’s 4Real.com website. In the past, she was the Director of Communications at DECODE Entertainment Inc., in Toronto. She has an award-winning portfolio of work ranging in both television and multimedia, and has an array of experience in entertainment production, new media, marketing, and corporate communications.

Davin Lengyel: Web Series Producer, Pur Pwnage

Davin Trent Lengyel is a Toronto-based television and New Media producer. He is currently Co-Producer for the world-famous television series Pure Pwnage and is preparing to release his own indie series Brotherhood of Leet. Holds a degree in Engineering, Math, Education and was called to the bar in Ontario. Creator of internet series Brotherhood of Leet. Producer of internet series Pro at Cooking. Co-producer of Gemini Award nominated television series Pure Pwnage. Co-founder of online marketplace Ethical Ocean and music app Herd.fm

Yenie Ra: Strategic Partnership Development Manager, YouTube

Prior to joining YouTube in 2008, Yenie worked in the music industry at Zeitgeist Artist Management, a boutique artist management company located in SF.   Yenie’s clients included: Death Cab for Cutie, Postal Service, Feist (at the time), Bob Mould (of Husker Du), Matt Nathanson, She and Him.  She worked there from 2005-2008, and was the day-to-day manager for Death Cab, Postal Service, Bob Mould and She and Him.

At YouTube, she worked as part of the team that built the YouTube Partner Program–notable YouTube stars/partners include Fred, Smosh, Nalts, Khan Academy, Rebecca Black.  In 2010, she transitioned from that team to the Business Development team, where she is currently spearheading the Indie Music space efforts on the site.

Josh Raskin: Filmmaker

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