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A film competition open to all filmmakers in the Lower Mainland will award four production teams $5,000 each for their original short film, if selected.
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New local film competition offering filmmakers $5,000 to make a short film
Published 2:22 PDT, Fri June 9, 2023
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Set to take Vancouver’s filmmaking community by storm, Old Bank Studios, in collaboration with InFocus Film School, is proud to announce Film Heist, an exhilarating filmmaking competition designed to ignite the creativity of emerging filmmakers in the Vancouver area. With a remarkable prize pool of $20,000, four production teams will be awarded $5,000 each to make an original short film.
The competition is a fantastic opportunity for aspiring filmmakers to showcase their talent, passion, and innovative storytelling skills. With the support of Old Bank Studios and InFocus Film School, participants will have the chance to bring their visions to life and captivate audiences with their unique perspectives.
"We are thrilled to present this exciting opportunity for budding filmmakers in Vancouver," said Steve Rosenberg, executive producer of Film Heist and president of InFocus Film School. "Through this competition, we aim to foster the growth of emerging talent and provide a platform for creative individuals to express their artistic vision. The $5,000 prize for each of the four winning teams will further empower them to continue pursuing their dreams in the film industry."
The four production teams will also receive mentorship from industry professionals who will guide them through the entire filmmaking process. From ideation to post-production, these mentors will provide invaluable insights and support to ensure that the films produced are of the highest quality. The judges, composed of local industry professionals and esteemed faculty members from Infocus Film School, will evaluate the submissions based on their artistic merit, technical proficiency, and overall impact.
Don’t have a team? A networking event will be held at Old Bank Studios on Thursday, June 22.
"This is an incredible opportunity for emerging filmmakers to gain recognition and exposure," expressed Rosenberg. "We strongly believe in nurturing talent and providing practical opportunities for our students and the broader filmmaking community. We encourage all passionate individuals in the Vancouver area to seize this chance to showcase their skills and connect with industry experts."
Filmmakers in the Vancouver area are invited to embrace this extraordinary opportunity and submit their entries to "Film Heist: The Filmmaking Competition." To learn more about the competition guidelines, deadlines, and how to apply, please visit oldbank.ca/film-heist/ and keep up to date by joining their official Facebook Group.
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