OurToba Film Network Provides opportunities for women, non-binary, and gender diverse filmmakers to develop their artistic growth and careers through education, engagement, support, and empowerment. We are a not-for-profit organization run by creatives for creatives, empowering them to grow their skills and their horizons.
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Are you an emerging woman, non-binary, or gender-diverse filmmaker? Do you have an original idea for a short film (5-10 minutes) you would like to bring to life? Are you prepared to complete your film within a year? Then this pitch competition is for you!
We are accepting applications from October 1, 2024 until November 1, 2024. Five applicants will be selected by our judges on November 12, 2024 to pitch live at Kilter Taproom on November 21, 2024 for a chance to win a 2 day Lighting, grip and power rental from Sunbelt Rentals and $500 of in-kind rentals from Winnipeg Film Group
RULES AND REGULATIONS
Applicant must identify as a woman, non-binary, or gender diverse filmmaker
Applicant must be at least 18 years old
Applicant must be a resident of Manitoba
Applicant must have completed at least one independent film or video work
Applicant must have at least two years of formal or informal experience in filmmaking (ie. basic training, University/College courses, production courses, workshops, and/or hands-on experience in production/post-production)
The Entry period begins at 12:00 AM on OCTOBER 1, 2024 and ends at 12:00 PM on NOVEMBER 3, 2024
The submission fee is $15.00
TO ENTER, APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT AN ONLINE APPLICATION FORM, INCLUDING:
A project synopsis/logline
A project outline
Script (can be a rough draft)
Script can be any genre but must be no more than 10 pages
Resume of the filmmaker(s)
Proposed Budget
Proposed Production Schedule
Five filmmakers will be shortlisted to pitch their project to our selected judges and a live audience at Kilter Taproom on Thursday, November 21, 2024. Each applicant will have five minutes to discuss your vision for the project, story idea, budget, production schedule and cast and crew. There will be a microphone and a projector provided by Kilter. Please be prepared to answer questions from the judges after your pitch.
IF SELECTED:
The shoot dates must fall between JANUARY 2 - MARCH 15, 2025
The Sunbelt rentals are limited to two days max
Gear Insurance will be covered by OurToba Film Network INC.
Principal photography must be completed by MARCH 15, 2025
Film must be completed by AUGUST 30, 2025
THE WINNER WILL RECEIVE
$2,000 - 2 day Lighting, grip and power rental
$500 of in-kind rentals from Winnipeg Film Group
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