ACI Manitoba will be offering the 16-19 year old Mentorship program again, starting in February 2012, with an application deadline of January 31, 2012 (note: this deadline has been extended!). If you have questions or would like more information, please contact Talia at mentor@creativemanitoba.ca.

Are you looking for an opportunity to explore what it takes to make it in a creative career?

ACI Manitoba’s Mentorship programs offer you the chance to participate in a project based mentorship in one of the following three artistic disciplines:
 


Music Management, Marketing and Promotion

The Youth Mentorship program in Music Management, Marketing and Promotions will introduce participants to a variety of fields within the music industry including: artist management, record marketing, publicity and concert promotion. Participants learn from music industry professionals, while also working directly on the production, release and promotion of a compilation CD. Musical performance skills are not required for this mentorship stream; music enthusiasts are encouraged to apply. View the program guidelines.

Filmmaking

The Youth Mentorship program in Filmmaking will introduce participants to the art of filmmaking, from writing and storytelling to the technical side of making films.  Participants will have the opportunity to make a short film. View the program guidelines.

Writing Fiction

The Youth Mentorship program in writing fiction will introduce participants to the writing process, storytelling and communication.  Participants will give a public reading of their work and will publish a group anthology at the end of the course. View the program guidelines.

Important Information for Applicants
Youth will meet on a regular basis with other like-minded participants to learn from a professional in their field. All programs are offered at no cost to the participants. Applicants must be age 16 - 19. Open to Winnipeg youth and those living within 100 kms of Winnipeg.  



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