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November 2020
Pocket Frantic Online Premiere
Join us on YouTube to see what our amazing community created during the Pocket Frantic Film Challenge November 5, 2020 at 7pm (time subject to change) Find us on YouTube
Audio Basics For Filmmakers
This workshop will be held Online via Zoom. We will cover audio basics from on set audio capture through to final delivery. We’ll discuss mics, audio recorders, audio formats and levels, DAW software, working with OMF/AAF files, dialogue clean up/editing and syncing, mixing basics, delivery specs and formats. The interactive workshop will happen online via Zoom. Chris will present material and then provide demonstrations using industry standard audio software. Students may supply audio files or OMF/AAF files from any recent…
Annual General Meeting 2020
Annual General Meeting Nov. 26 | 6:30 - 8:30PM Annual General Meeting, Nov. 26, 2020 at 6:30pm MST. The meeting will be conducted virtually using Zoom (details below) and is open to all current members as well as members of the public. You can review the Meeting Agenda here. If you'd like to find out more about PRIMAA or get more personally involved, then this is a great chance to share your opinions or meet other media artists. We also have…
December 2020
Pitching 101
How do you make your project stand out when you are submitting a proposal or pitching to a potential investor? This three-hour session will provide participants with an introduction to pitching and what goes into a proposal. Topics will include an overview of: Understanding investors/partners, targeting audience, introduction to story, identifying themes, requirements/deliverables, and project finance. Instructed by Ava Karvonen Ava Karvonen is multi-platform producer and the founder of Edmonton’s Reel Girls Media. She has produced and executive produced more…
January 2021
The Role of Social Media Marketing For Filmmakers
Instructed by Danielle Smith Let’s dive into the role of social media marketing and learn how to make it work for you, and your film or project. Social media marketing is a powerful tool that not only grows your film or project reach, but it encourages your targeted audience members to help join in with the leg-work. You’ve already created the content, so let’s work together to encourage users to share it. We will discuss what goes into setting up…
February 2021
Funding Basics for Indie Filmmakers
3-part workshop, 3-hour sessions weekly for 3 weeks. Dates: Feb. 10, 17, & 24 Instructed by: Ava Karvonen You’ve got a great idea but how do you get access to the cash to help you tell your story? This three-part course will introduce the participants to a range of public and private funding opportunities in Canada. Course will include guest presenters who will present their projects (including the evolution of the project, pitch material, showing a short clip, and sharing overall…
April 2021
The Instagram Aesthetic: Content Building for Media Artists
Instructed by: Danielle Smith Instagram is one of the most popular platforms today for creators, but it is also one of the most competitive and intimidating platforms. Understanding the creation of hashtags, presets, stories and reels is needed to set your content apart. Although anyone can launch an Instagram account, it takes work and pre-planning to launch a successful account to create the opportunity to watch your brand grow.This workshop will dive into launch content ideas, dos and don'ts, setting…
May 2021
Frantic IX
It's time! Time to gather your team and make a short film! AND, because we would like everyone to do this safely, we ask that you do this challenge following the current COVID-19 public health regulations in your province of residence (Alberta & British Columbia) so we can all keep doing what we love! And you'll have more time to do so (9 days!) Time's a-wastin'! Time to see WHAT'S NEW and REGISTER NOW
November 2021
2021 Annual General Meeting
Annual General Meeting, Thursday Nov. 25, 2021 at 6:30pm MST. The meeting will be conducted virtually using Zoom and is open to all current members as well as members of the public. If you'd like to find out more about PRIMAA or get more personally involved, then this is a great chance to share your opinions or meet other media artists. We also have several board positions up for election and are looking for volunteers willing to contribute to one…
March 2022
Frantic Film Challenge 2022
IT'S TIME! Time to blow the dust off your film gear or wipe the greasy smears from your cell phones, because the 2022 Frantic Film Challenge is coming to the Peace Region once again! Gather your team, challenge your rivals, and get ready for another nine days of filming mayhem - with great news on the horizon, because you'll be able to show off your masterpiece on the BIG SCREEN! Reel Shorts Film Festival is back this year, and we're…