Quebecor Banff Convergence Fellowship 2008

The 2008 Quebecor Banff Convergence Fellowship will bring six industry professionals to nextMEDIA – The Future of Digital Content (nextMEDIA –FDC) and the Banff World Television Festival (BANFF) to support their role in creating culturally diverse cross-platform content.

All candidates must be Toronto-based intermediate or senior level industry professionals from Aboriginal or visible minority communities, with market-ready TV and interactive projects. The selection committee will also consider giving one of the Fellowships to an eligible industry administrator or manager who has demonstrated leadership through industry activities, volunteer work, and commitment to advancing diversity.

The Quebecor Fellows will have their nextMEDIA – FDC and BANFF registrations, accommodation, air and ground travel expenses covered, and will have access to industry mentors.

Submissions for consideration as a 2008 candidate must include:

• One-page resume demonstrating 5+ years of professional experience.
• Brief bio (300 words or less).
• One-page letter stating how you would benefit professionally from attending both nextMEDIA – FDC and BANFF as well as a description of your interests in cross-platform productions. Please also add a brief statement explaining your financial need to receive a Fellowship to attend these events.
• One-sheets describing two or three market-ready productions you have developed.
• Administrative applicants only: instead of including one sheets, outline the benefits of the Fellowship to your career development goals and the benefits to your community or industry-related organization.

Deadline is Friday, March 28, 2008.
Submit by email to: Derek.Luis@suntv.canoe.ca