Workshops

Video Pool's Aboriginal Media Art Initiative

AMAI 2012 is an immersive program designed by Video Pool to assist 4 aboriginal artists based in Manitoba, either emerging or already practicing in any discipline, with the creation of a short video or a media art piece. This initiative will provide enhanced opportunities for Aboriginal persons from northern and rural Manitoba, as well as Winnipeg residents.

AMAI 2012 is a two-level program:

Level One: Remote community or rural MB residents, who will learn to make their first video – 2 participants.

Level Two: Winnipeg residents, who will create a media art piece - some film/video experience recommended – 2 participants.

We recommend participants be between the ages 18-30.

This one-month residency in Winnipeg, sponsored entirely by Video Pool, who will cover travel and accommodation, as well as provide a per diem and honorarium. The residency is split into two parts, separated by a mid-program trip home. It’s expected that by the end of the program the participants will have created a short video or media art piece. Each piece will be exhibited at a chosen venue in Winnipeg and then added to the Video Pool archive and distribution roster.

Designed as a professional development/production initiative, AMAI 2012 includes an immersive workshop series and personalized one on one mentoring to train and support each of the four recipients in the production of a short video or media art piece.

Video Pool will foster the relationship established with the four artists by submitting participant’s pieces to festivals and galleries to represent their work through exhibitions and distribution.

Deadline for applications is February 15, 2012. Participants will be selected and notified by February 20, 2012.

Download 2012_AMAI_ProgramDetails

Download 2012_AMAI_ApplicationForm

Download 2012_AMAI_ApplicationForm

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We are also looking for professional artists who are interested in being a mentor or workshop facilitators.

* Email CV/Filmography to vpoutreach@videopool.org and please indicate area of interest (mentor position OR type of workshop)

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For questions, contact AMAI Coordinator Kevin Lee Burton at vpoutreach@videopool.org or (204) 949-9134 or at 1-855-593-3303

www.videopool.org

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Legacy Bowes Group's First Nations National Human Resources Conference

Legacy Bowes Group's First Nations National HR Conference is a two-day event focusing on unique human resources challenges and issues that First Nations organizations commonly experience.

The event features an experienced lineup of dynamic speakers who will discuss HR best practices and provide hands-on training that will enable participants to take away practical knowledge and concepts for implementation within their organizations.

Date: February 28-29, 2012
Location: Canad Inns Destination Centre - Polo Park, 1405 St. Matthews Ave., Winnipeg, MB
Cost: Individual $495  Group (3+ each) $445  Super Group (7+ each) $395
Registration: Register online here

Keynote Presentations:
Joan Jack B.Ed, LLB presents: Human Rights in “Indian Country”
Barbara Bowes presents: Leading Your Organization for the Future

Event Topics include:
• Developing, reviewing and managing your policy & procedures
• How to develop an objective recruitment process
• The importance of job evaluation and performance management
• How to apply the disciplinary policy in your community
• Workplace Health & Safety
• Management and Professionalism
• Dealing with Violence and Lateral Violence (Bullying) in the Workplace
• How to deal with Dysfunctional and Difficult Employees

Visit www.lbgfirstnationshr.com for full conference info

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Calls for Submission

Aboriginal Music Presenters' Showcase

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 4pm CST Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Manitoba Music’s Aboriginal Music Program is producing a showcase for Aboriginal music presenters and promoters in Winnipeg on March 24, 2012. The showcase will be held at the Pyramid Cabaret and the presenters include Patti Shaughnessy (Ode'min Giizis Festival), Adele Boychuk (Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Association), Sky Bridges (APTN’s Aboriginal Day Live), and Dalton Higgins (Harbourfront Centre).

Aboriginal artists and bands that live in Manitoba and perform original country, rock, blues, hip hop, and folk are encouraged to apply for this opportunity.

To be considered for a showcase, you must:

• Have a current or upcoming release (demo / EP / full-length)
• Be export-ready (prepared to capitalize on opportunities at these festivals and venues)
• Be a member of Manitoba Music.

Submit by email to alan@manitobamusic.com by February 15, 4pm CST the following:

• “AMP Presenter Showcase” in the subject line
• A link to your aboriginalmusic.ca profile page (ensure your profile is updated with current music and artist bio before you submit)
• A list of recent accomplishments in the music industry
• A rationale for how this showcase fits your development plan (approximately 200 words)
• A current high resolution (300 dpi) image or link to where one can be downloaded

Submissions will be evaluated based on:

• Music
• Accomplishments in the music industry
• Export readiness (updated website, professional promotional photos, music video online, etc.)
• Rationale for the showcase

For more info, please contact:
Alan Greyeyes, Aboriginal Music Program Coordinator
P: 204.975.0284
E: alan@manitobamusic.com

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Winnipeg Aboriginal Film Festival now accepting submissions

The Winnipeg Aboriginal Film Festival is the 3rd largest festival in North America dedicated to showcasing the best new indigenous film and video from across Canada, the US and around the world. Both on and off screen, WAFF’s mandate is to celebrate and cultivate indigenous storytelling

The Winnipeg Aboriginal Film Festival is now accepting submissions for the 2012 festival. Deadline for submissions is June 30, 2012.

Please visit www.waff.ca for more information and to submit your film.

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Graffiti Art Programming Urban Canvas Program now accepting applications

The newly integrated Urban Canvas Program provides a unique opportunity for Aboriginal people to build pre-employment skills in the Painter/Decorator/Mural Art industry!

The UCP Program will provide labour market skills and assist in securing employment in Paint/Decorator/Muralist profession. The UCP Program model integrates Mural Art with the Painter/Decorator trade program and provides industry employment placement into the formal Manitoba Apprenticeship process. 12 participants will gain valuable market skills, become labour ready, and linked to placement in the industry.

Successful candidates must:

• be Aboriginal peoples between the ages of 18-32.
• have artistic ability (A sketchbook or portfolio must be presented at interview).
• be currently in receipt of employment insurance or social assistance.
• have their adult education equivalent to grade 12 or a plan in place to acquire this.
• be sincerely interested in learning the Paint/Decorator/Muralist trade.
• be a good communicator, problem solver, and job task planner.
• have organizational skills.

Application is Simple!
Contact UCP Coordinator Danielle Winfield at Graffiti Art Programming (204. 667-9960) or email
ucp@graffitigallery.ca to arrange an application package and interview date.

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Volunteer Opportunities

Cree & Ojibwe Language Speakers Needed

The Urban Shaman: Contemporary Aboriginal Art gallery is looking for fluent Cree and Ojibwa speakers (male and female) to do some voice recording work.

Professional experience is not expected, but a proficient level of reading your respective language in Roman Orthography is required.

If you are interested, please contact Kevin Lee Burton for more details at program@urbanshaman.org

Aboriginal Artist Needed

Ikwe Widdjiitiwin is a crisis shelter for Aboriginal women and their children. We are a non-profit agency and we offer safety, programs and short term second stage housing.

We would like an aboriginal-focussed poster depicting our Shelter as a safe place for women who are being abused and their children.  We require a free-thinking person that understands the Aboriginal Culture and how it relates to women who are being abused.  This would be an excellent opportunity for someone to display their work across Winnipeg and Manitoba.

If you are interested, please contact Sharon Morgan:
Phone: 204-987-2794
Email: sbmorgan.ikwe@shawcable.com

See the Volunteer Manitoba website for full posting.