Black Screen Office - Bureau de l'écran des Noirs

NOW HIRING! JOIN THE BSO TEAM! We're searching for a dynamic and detail-oriented Executive Assistant to be the right hand to our CEO and help drive the success of the Black Screen Office. This is more than just a support role—it's an opportunity for a proactive professional to shine by managing complex schedules, coordinating travel logistics, and crafting presentations that make an impact. You'll be at the heart of our operation, liaising with industry partners, organizing high-profile events, and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office. If you're someone who loves a challenge, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants to make a real difference in the screen industry, we want to meet you! To apply: https://lnkd.in/gFiZGmKu

BSO Shares: Telefilm Canada’s new agreement with FIRST CUT LAB will allow for two teams of Canadian producers/directors/editors to participate in the FIRST CUT LAB CANADA 2025 WORKSHOP. SELECTION PROCEDURE The selection process will be conducted by a committee at FIRST CUT CANADA with the participation of Telefilm Canada For more information or to submit, visit: https://lnkd.in/gAuw3EUa Deadline: November 15, 2024

RSVP today for the BSO National Tour: Fall 2024 Roundtables! This fall, the BSO is hosting a national tour, and they’re coming to Halifax for an intimate roundtable event on October 15, 2024, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at the AIFF Offices, 1888 Brunswick St, Suite. The goal of the roundtable is to bring Black creatives together to discuss challenges, share insights, and build connections across Canada’s screen industry. It’s a fantastic opportunity to contribute to shaping BSO’s initiatives and future direction, and to learn about upcoming programs, including the soon-to-be-launched Black Screen Office Fund. RSVP Today! Don’t miss out on this chance to influence the direction of BSO’s programs and policies. Spaces are limited, so please RSVP early to secure your spot at your city’s roundtable. RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gZTPnEsR

The Winnipeg Roundtable during the BSO National Tour was energizing, and once again, the weather couldn’t have been better! Every stop on the tour, I’ve been blessed with bright, sunny, warm fall days, and Winnipeg was no different. I enjoyed a stunning view of the Canadian Human Rights Museum from my hotel—such an impressive piece of architecture. At the roundtable, we had a fantastic turnout of local Black producers and creatives eager to share their work and connect. From Relationship Remix and Kung Fu and Basketball to short documentaries and new film projects, the energy in the room was inspiring. One participant said, "This is great for interpersonal interaction, and [you] touching down in each province is very much appreciated." Another said: "What I’d like to get out of this meeting is to meet other Black creators in Winnipeg because I haven’t met that many, and this is such a great opportunity to connect." Yet another attendee said, "They [decision-makers] don't know us. We have less access to the same networking level as Toronto creators.” I also had the pleasure of catching up with Phyllis Laing from Buffalo Gals, Sami Tesfazghi from Inferno Pictures (The Porter), Lindsay Somers from On Screen Manitoba, and Joy Loewen from CMF, who all made me feel incredibly welcome in Manitoba. Thanks to Manitoba Film and Music for hosting the Roundtable and the National Screen Institute's support! #Winnipeg #BSOTour #BlackScreenOffice #ManitobaFilmandMusic, #NSI

BSO Shares: If you are an independent 2SLGBTQI+ producer of English language audio and/or audiovisual content, CBC wants to hear from you! You can provide feedback via: a short anonymous poll, by registering for a live feedback session on Wednesday, November 13 from 13:00 - 14:30 EST  (link at the end of the poll) or by sending an audio file to lisa.clarkson@cbc.ca. Participate in the poll here: https://lnkd.in/gwAAEypx

#sjiwff35 Industry Forum — Microsession: Meet the Black Screen Office Joan Jenkinson, Co-Founder and the CEO of the Black Screen Office - Bureau de l'écran des Noirs, joins us to network with and share opportunities with local Black filmmakers. Wednesday, October 23, 11:30AM - 1PM Register today: https://lnkd.in/gDM_Abav

BSO Shares: Join Us for the 'Legal Matters in Production' Webinar – Register Now! The Canadian Independent Screen Fund for BPOC Creators (CISF) is hosting a webinar, Legal Matters in Production, taking place on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, from 7 PM to 8:30 PM ET. This session is designed for producers and filmmakers seeking clarity on essential legal considerations and paperwork for their projects. This session will be held virtually on Zoom. About Stéphane Moraille: Stéphane is a seasoned entertainment lawyer and an accomplished international recording artist. With a Master's in Intellectual Property Law, she has been a key player in music, film, television, and technology law since 2006. Her unique perspective will provide you with invaluable insights to protect your projects. A special thank you to our partners— CMF, CMPA, WBD Access Canada, DOC Institute, BIPOC TV and Film, and QEPC—for their unwavering support in championing diverse voices and emerging talents in our industry! REGISTER HERE: https://lnkd.in/gtwZU7vj

BSO Shares: RESCHEDULED: GEMS Reel Talks with Shasta Spahn! Join GEMS Vancouver on Tuesday, October 22, at 5pm PST for an online session with the incredible Shasta Spahn! From working as a production assistant to becoming a sought-after director of photography, Shasta’s career includes credits on Yellowjackets, American Horror Story, and Kidding. Don’t miss out on learning from her journey and gaining valuable industry insights! Register to attend at bit.ly/GEMSReelTalks.

The Rogers-BSO Script Development Fund Writers' Retreat (Sept 29 - Oct 2, 2024) at  Shamrock Lodge, Lake Rosseau, Ontario, was a truly inspiring experience! Over these four days, writers, facilitators, guest speakers, and BSO staff came together for an exciting, instructive, and thought-provoking journey of creativity and growth. From deep dives into pilot design, structure, and character development to understanding the intricacies of both scripted and documentary storytelling, participants sharpened their skills under the expert guidance of our facilitators, including Alison Duke, Glenn Cockburn and Al Magee. We were also thrilled to hear from guest speaker Seneca Aaron, whose insights into the evolving TV landscape and the challenges of the industry were both eye-opening and motivating. With renewed energy, the writers are now ready to tackle the exciting process of bringing their outlines to life—moving from first to second drafts with newfound confidence and clarity. We can't wait to see their scripts come to fruition! #BSO #Rogers-BSO #CISF #BlackScreenOffice

🌿 Exciting news! A coalition called Green Frame has been launched to reduce the environmental impact of Canada’s film and TV industry. Spearheaded by CBC/Radio-Canada, the group includes major organizations like the Bell Fund/ Fonds Bell, Black Screen Office - Bureau de l'écran des Noirs, Broadcasting Accessibility Fund Inc., Canadian Independent Screen Fund for BPOC Creator, Telefilm Canada, Indigenous Screen Office, National Film Board of Canada, Shaw Rocket Fund and the Canada Media Fund | Fonds des médias du Canada (CMF). Together, they're committed to sustainable production practices! 🎥🌍 #GreenFrame #SustainableProduction #CanadianFilm