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Game On 2.0
Mar 09 - Sep 02 2013
Toronto, ON
| Game On 2.0 Ontario Science Centre From Pong to Guitar Hero; the Ontario Science Centre will host Game On 2.0 with more than 150 playable games from across the history of the medium - including pinball games - as well as rarely-seen consoles, controllers and collectables. The world’s largest celebration of video games making its first Canadian appearance, Game On 2.0 features game design, development, and production including multiplayer games, handheld devices, original concept and character art, and the history’s most influential arcade machines. Visitors will experience more than 60 years of gaming entertainment and technology; from the very first commercial coin-operated game to the latest in virtual reality and 3D gaming. Learn more on the Ontario Science Centre website. |
Innovating in Mobile: Lessons from Design Thinking
Jun 19, 2013
Toronto, ON
| Please join the Mobile Experience Innovation Centre (MEIC) for the launch of its new responsive website featuring videos from the Mobile Accelerator Program (MAP) 2013 series on New Product Development and the kick-off of the upcoming MAP series on Design Thinking. Innovating in Mobile: Lessons from Design Thinking Wednesday, June 19, 2013 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. OCAD University Auditorium Room 190, 100 McCaul Street, Toronto Register here: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/5032028934/mcivte Welcome address by MEIC President and Academic Co-chair Dr. Sara Diamond, President and Vice-Chancellor, OCAD University. Featured talk by Dr. Niels Billou who will explain the principles and practices of Design Thinking and how they can be applied to innovation challenges in the moble space. In the fast-paced world of the always-on, always-connected mobile user, innovation is a moving target that is difficult to get right. Design Thinking, with its combination of creative, analytical, and collaborative approaches, holds promise to help mobile innovators lead and execute through constant change. About Dr. Billou Dr. Niels Billou is an award-winning international educator, consultant, and sought after speaker, with deep expertise in innovation in a variety of contexts. He has delivered courses and workshops on entrepreneurship, innovation, design thinking, and international strategy to entrepreneurs as well as top executives from leading multinationals around the world He has taught at some of the premier global business schools and is currently on the faculty at Ivey Business School. Dr. Billou holds an Honours BA and MBA from the Ivey Business School and a PhD from London Business School. |
Virtual Production Workflow for VFX
Jun 19, 2013
| Virtual Production Workflow for VFX Wednesday, June 19, 2013 10:30am - 3:30pm SIRT Workshop #1 | Pinewood Toronto Studios 225 Commissioners Street, Toronto Register today: http://bit.ly/sirtvp The SIRT Centre invites you to explore two key solutions for real-time integration of live action and computer-generated elements within a VFX workflow. Meet the developer behind the groundbreaking innovation that helped create the virtual worlds in films including Oz: the Great and Powerful, Alice in Wonderland and I, Robot. Participants will also learn about one of the latest industry solutions available on the market and demo the technology in a hands-on session. This is a free event and lunch will be provided. Presenters: Joe Lewis is the creator of the augmented-reality Encodacam system, an industry standard that allows for real-time previewing of live action and CG elements within a blue or green screen environment or on location. Most recently, Encodacam provided director Sam Raimi with the real-time, on-stage compositing tools necessary to accurately capture the world of Oz on a mostly virtual set. Isaac Partouche will demonstrate SolidAnim's Solid Track technology, a patent-pending solution for real-time CG/live action integration. A witness camera attached to the digital cinema camera is used to track the position and orientation of the camera and create a real-time 3D composite. |
DOC Toronto Audio Conference
Jun 21, 2013
Toronto, ON
| Join DOC Toronto on June 21st at the TIFF Bell Lightbox for a day long event with some of the best documentary and audio professionals in the country. The DOC Toronto Audio Conference will examine the importance, craft and technology of documentary sound through case studies, group discussions, and panels. Friday, June 21, 2013 TIFF Bell Lightbox | Cinema 4 350 King St W, Toronto, ON M5V 3X5 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM The Audio Conference will look at such questions as: What is the relationship between sound and picture professionals? Music and Docs: How can filmmakers and composers collaborate more effectively? What is the importance of Surround Sound technology? What can(not) be fixed in post? What are realistic expectations for an audio budget? How can audio be captured effectively in challenging situations? Early Bird: $135 (Ends June 3rd) Regular $165 Learn more about speakers, sessions and registration here. |
Content Marketing Show
Jun 25, 2013
Toronto, ON
| Content Marketing Show June 25, 2013 The Second City Toronto Learn. Laugh. Blow your mind at a different kind of content marketing conference. Find out where the best content marketing strategies are headed. Hosted at The Second City in Toronto. Click here to learn more or to register.  |
ART-------PRENEUR Workshop
Jun 25, 2013
Guelph, ON
| A one day presentation for the creative community to explore basic business skills while networking with other artists. This day will be:
9:30 AM-3:45 PM (Networking over lunch and 3:45-4:30 PM) Guelph Wellington Business Enterprise Centre 42 Wyndham Street N, Unit 401 (4th floor above IF Footwear) Guelph, Ontario N1H 4E6 $50 (incl. HST) prior to June 15th $65 (incl. HST) late registration payable by cash, cheque or credit card (includes lunch, but not parking) Baker Street Lot - $1.75 per hour Macdonell Street Lot - $1.75 per hour For more information click here or call Guelph Arts Council at 519-836-3280. Presented by WorkInCulture, Guelph-Wellington Business Enterprise Centre and the Guelph Arts Council |
The Children's Media Conference
Jul 03 - 05 2013
Sheffield, UK
 The Children’s Media Conference Sheffield UK 3-5 July 2013 Registration is now open for The Children’s Media Conference, the must-go-to gathering for everyone involved in developing, producing and distributing content for kids, and this year celebrating its 10th Anniversary. 800 delegates come to Sheffield each year to gain inspiration and intelligence from top quality conference content - including workshops, over 50 sessions and keynotes – and to take part in all those vitally important networking opportunities. Frank Cottrell Boyce opens the Conference with his keynote speech on Wednesday 3 July. Known internationally as a screenwriter, prize-winning children’s novelist and writer of the 2012 Summer Olympics Opening Ceremony, Cottrell Boyce brings his unique perspective to the kids’ content industry and its direction of travel in the next 10 years. Visit www.thechildrensmediaconference.com for updates on conference content and for registration. |
Toronto Animation Arts Festival International (TAAFI)
Jul 26 - 28 2013
Toronto, ON
Deadline: OMDC Interactive Digital Media Fund
Aug 26, 2013
| The OMDC Interactive Digital Media (IDM) Fund supports Ontario-based interactive digital media companies by providing access to the final piece of funding required to move content projects into production. Deadline: August 26, 2013 Funding Available : Successful applicants are eligible to receive a non-refundable contribution of up to $150,000 to a maximum of 50% of the project budget to create a market-ready interactive digital media content product. Click here for full details and application instructions. Enquiries Ivonete de Sousa Program Coordinator, Industry Initiatives Phone: 416-642-6695 programs@omdc.on.ca |
DMW Games: NY Games Conference
Sep 17, 2013
New York, NY
.jpg) DMW Games: NY Games Conference September 17, 2013 New York City On September 17, DMW Games: NY Games Conference will feature 2 tracks with fireside chats, panels, demos and presentations on digital game creation, distribution, monetization and marketing. Over hundreds of leaders in the industry will gather at DMW'S Annual Games Conference to network, do deals, and share ideas about the future of games and connected entertainment. More at http://www.dmwgames.com. |