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As a proud community partner, the VPA is excited to announce that applications are now open for the Women in Post program!
The Women in Post program offers higher-level industry access and professional development for emerging to mid-level women-identifying and non-binary creatives working in all areas of post-production.
The programming includes strategic learning modules, creative and technical skills building, and hands-on mentorship with a post-production company, as well as opportunities to shadow roles related to post-production.
Applications will close on July 23rd, 2026, at 5 PM.
To learn more about Women In Post, visit their website: academy.ca/programs/womeninpost
And spread the word about this amazing program!
PRIDE ASADA
Happy Pride Month, VPA! Save the date — VPA Pride Asada
We’re so excited to announce our Pride event next month: the VPA Pride Asada!
Trout Lake Park, Vancouver, BC
July 30th 5:00pm – 7:00pm
A carne asada is more than just a meal — it’s a Mexican tradition rooted in community, family, and welcoming people in, like they belong. That’s exactly the spirit we want to bring to this event: a clear, joyful show of allyship and support for our 2SLGBTQIA+ members, hosted with the warmth and openness of a backyard asada.
This is a family-friendly event, with:
Carne and vegetarian tacos
Handmade tortillas
Mexican street corn
Fun activities for the kids
Space is limited, so stay tuned for RSVP details coming soon!
Happy Pride Month, VPA — we can’t wait to celebrate with you.
🌱 Sustainable post‑production isn’t just good for the planet – it’s good for the bottom line.
Join Reel Green™ and the Vancouver Post Alliance for a Lunch + Learn featuring two New York Institute of Technology (NYIT) Vancouver case studies on how energy‑efficient post-production studios can reduce emissions and operating costs.
Date: Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Time: 12:00 – 12:45 pm
Location: Online
Registration: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/…#/registration
📷 ASH (2019) Photo Credit: Craig Pulsifer
205 people. One patio. Countless conversations.
On June 1, we had the pleasure of welcoming over 200 members of Vancouver’s post-production community to another sold-out VPA Summer BBQ at Craft Beer Market in English Bay.
From reconnecting with colleagues and making new connections to enjoying great food, drinks, and one of the best waterfront views in the city, it was a fantastic way to kick off the summer together.
We’re also proud to share that, thanks to your generosity, we raised $1,500 for the BC Cancer Foundation through our raffle fundraiser! Congratulations to our raffle winners, and a huge thank you to our generous prize donors: Western Imperial, Line 21, and Oddfellows.
Events like this wouldn’t be possible without the support of our volunteers, sponsors, dedicated VPA team, and, most importantly, our incredible members. Thank you for celebrating with us, for supporting one another, and for being part of the Vancouver Post Alliance community. We can’t wait to do it again next year!
This event is for VES and VPA Members only. VPA members, please use the promo code
(emailed April 10th) at checkout for a free ticket to the event!
Save the Date: Vancouver Post Alliance Annual General Meeting
Monday, April 27
6:30 PM
Creekside Community Centre, Vancouver
We’d love for you to join us.
Join us for the Vancouver Post Alliance Annual General Meeting on Monday, April 27. Exclusively for VPA members, the AGM is a great opportunity to connect with fellow members and board representatives, hear about the work and initiatives the VPA has undertaken over the past year, and learn about our plans for the year ahead.
We’ll also share an overview of each committee’s work and introduce the nominees for the 2026 Board of Directors, giving members a chance to meet them in person before casting their vote.
Interested in helping shape the future of the VPA? Applications for board nominations open March 27, and voting for the new Board of Directors will take place online following the AGM.
After the meeting, we’ll continue the conversation with a Town Hall discussion, where members are invited to ask questions, share feedback, and bring forward ideas. Your perspective helps shape the direction of the VPA, and we’d love to hear from you.
Warm regards,
The VPA Board of Directors
ANATOMY OF AN INDIE
Inside the Post of Award-Winning Film, “Akashi”
Ever wondered how an award-winning indie film comes together in post?
Join the Vancouver Post Alliance for a behind-the-scenes conversation with the team behind “Akashi”, winner of the Borsos Award for Best Canadian Feature (Whistler 2025) and Audience Choice at VIFF.
Writer/Director Mayumi Yoshida, Producer/Editor Nach Dudsdeemaytha, and David Tomiak of Elemental Post will discuss their creative post-production process, the film’s festival journey, and the realities of independent filmmaking.
Moderated by Marena Dix.
Culture Lab at The Cultch
Thursday, April 2
Doors 6:30 pm, Panel 7–8 pm
Industry reception & networking to follow
November 12:
Panel Discussion: What AI Means to Stakeholders in the Entertainment Industry
December 11:
The VPA Holiday Party!
Save the date for the Annual VPA Holiday Party, which will be held on Dec. 11th at Portside! More info to come!
October 20 via Zoom:
Student Talk – School’s Done, What Comes Next?
VPA is once again offering this FREE career development webinar perfect for the next wave of Vancouver’s Post talent. “School’s Done, What Comes Next?” will give film students and recent grads a chance to learn from a panel of established Post pros. How did their careers get started? What are the best first steps? Where’s the Post field headed? Oct 20 on Zoom.
October 11:
THE VPA AND VIFF PROUDLY PRESENT
– Bringing Monsters to Life
The VPA is thrilled to support VIFF and our community of local filmmakers. This year, we are presenting Bringing Monsters to Life, featuring VFX Supervisor Dennis Berardi, VFX Supervisor for Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein.
Straight from the film’s premiere at the Venice Film Festival, Berardi will sit down with us on October 11 to discuss his belief that spectacular effects must always serve the narrative. Join us as he shares insights from his work, exploring how modern VFX techniques honour the legacy of practical effects while opening new storytelling possibilities.
Moderated by Michael Cliett, VFX Supervisor, Shōgun
October 8:
VIFF Industry Talk – Crafting the Cut. Post-Production as Creative Authorship
Featuring three VPA Members, this Industry panel explores the creative power of sound, colour, and VFX, and how AI is transforming workflows with innovation and sustainability.
Moderated by VPA Chair Kelsy Wittmann, speakers include VPA Board Member Edward J Douglas, VFX supervisor on independent and feature films including with Neon and A24; VPA Member Hugh Wielenga, two-time Emmy-nominated Sound Designer; Patrick Gong, Vancouver-based colourist with work on CBC, Telus, and global festivals; and Noah Rogers, Production Sustainability Manager and Chair of the DGC BC Sustainability Committee, who has led clean-tech initiatives with studios such as Disney and ABC.
October 8 @1:45PM – Beaumont Studios, Vancouver
Access this and other Industry Talks with a VIFF Artist and Industry Pass.
Join us for two interesting and informative discussion on new initiatives for post workflows on Thursday, October 2nd.
Avid – From Rough Cut to Final Frame: AI’s Role in the New Editorial Workflow A practical exploration of how AI is enhancing—not replacing—editorial creativity in modern Audio & video post-production. What tools are working, what’s hype, and how professionals are adapting. Presented by Guillaume Aubuchon of Avid.
Dolby – Not Just for Blockbusters:
A grounded, technical look at integrating Dolby Atmos in post & music recording studios – what it really takes, and how to get started. Cutting through the mystique and discovering how immersive audio is becoming more accessible for all budgets. Presented by Greg “Strike” Chin of Dolby.
Doors open at 5pm for networking and cocktails, with the first presentation starting at 6:30 pm.
• Free for VPA members (use the code in your inbox!)• $15 for non-members
Tickets can be purchased HERE
Come and march with VPA at the Vancouver Pride Parade on Sunday, August 3rd!
VPA will be participating in the Vancouver Pride Parade for the first time, and we would love for you to join us!
On Sunday, August 3rd, we will march in support of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, celebrating inclusion and coming together for a fun and meaningful day. This is a wonderful opportunity to honour the diversity within our industry and to ensure that everyone feels seen, valued, and supported.
Whether this is your first Pride Parade or you have attended before, we invite you to walk with us and represent VPA. It’s a chance to demonstrate that we are a community that stands up for what matters.
If you have any questions or would like to participate, please email marketingcoordinator@vancouverpostalliance.com
VPA Annual General Meeting
Tuesday, April 29th at 7 pm
Creekside Community Recreation Center
Exclusively for VPA Members
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) provides a valuable opportunity for you to engage with the current board members, learn about our activities over the past year, and discuss our future initiatives. We will also give you a better understanding of each committee’s responsibilities and invite you to submit your nominations for the new board of directors to succeed our outgoing volunteers.
Following the AGM, there will be a Town Hall meeting, during which you can ask questions and share your thoughts and new ideas. We welcome your feedback and hope to see you all there in person!
Save The Date – Filmmaker’s Talk: The Monkey
Co-hosted by the VPA and the VES
March 17th at VFS Theatre, from 6:30 pm
Ed Douglas – VFX Supervisor, Greg Ng & Graham Fortin – Picture Editors
$5 for members, $15 for non-members
SOLD OUT! - Thank you!
Celebrate the festive season with your friends and colleagues a the VPA’s annual holiday party on December 3, 2024 starting at 7:00 PM.
Register soon because space is limited and tickets are on a first-come, first-served basis.
Tickets are $12 to current VPA members in good standing and limited to one per person.
$40 for non-members.
Happy Holidays to you all!
Come and march with VPA at the Vancouver Pride Parade on Sunday, August 3rd!
VPA will be participating in the Vancouver Pride Parade for the first time, and we would love for you to join us!
On Sunday, August 3rd, we will march in support of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, celebrating inclusion and coming together for a fun and meaningful day. This is a wonderful opportunity to honour the diversity within our industry and to ensure that everyone feels seen, valued, and supported.
Whether this is your first Pride Parade or you have attended before, we invite you to walk with us and represent VPA. It’s a chance to demonstrate that we are a community that stands up for what matters.
If you have any questions or would like to participate, please email marketingcoordinator@vancouverpostalliance.com
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VIFF Artist & Industry Passes are now on sale!
If you’re a filmmaker, artist, producer, musician, or industry professional, VIFF’s Institute for the Moving Image is an ideal place to connect, learn, watch, and collaborate during this October’s festival.
The Institute brings together creative practitioners from across Canada and around the world for screenings, conversations, professional development, and opportunities to connect with peers and potential collaborators.
This year’s Artist & Industry Pass options include:
Artist & Industry Premium Pass — $450 early bird / $525 regular
Artist & Industry Regular Pass — $255
Artist & Industry Student Pass — $125
🎟️ Early-bird pricing for the Premium Pass is available until August 27, so get your passes now at the link in our Bio!
The Institute also includes Amp, VIFF’s music-in-media summit, as well as a range of programming for artists and industry professionals.
Interested in taking part? Check out the Artist & Industry Passes and see what’s on offer this year.
#VIFF #VancouverFilm #FIlmFestival #VIFFinstitute
Aug 21
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Two opportunities from GEMS Vancouver!
GEMS Vancouver has two opportunities for BC screen-based creatives that may be of interest to our community!
GEMS Market Ready: WFF
An opportunity for IBPOC women or gender-diverse producers, directors, or writers to take a feature film or series concept to market.
The selected participant will receive:
• Tailored mentorship for their project
• Up to $1,000 CAD towards travel and accommodation
• A pass to the 2026 Whistler Film Festival
• A pass to GEMFest 2027
The program is open to GEMS Vancouver members based in BC, Alberta, or Yukon, and is best suited to emerging or mid-career creatives.
👉️ Deadline: August 24, 2026
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GEMFest 2027 Film Submissions
GEMS Vancouver has extended the deadline for submissions to its international film festival, GEMFest 2027.
Films must have a woman or gender-diverse director, as well as at least two women or gender-diverse creatives in eligible key creative roles, including writer, producer, cinematographer, editor, composer, lead performer, or production designer. Films completed after March 2025 are eligible.
👉️ Extended deadline: September 15, 2026
👉️ Find the full eligibility requirements and submission details from GEMS Vancouver. Link in our Bio!
Good luck to everyone applying and submitting!
#GEMSvancouver #filmindustry #vancouverFilm #GEMfest #VPA
Aug 20
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Thank you for celebrating Pride with us!
On July 30, VPA members, families, and friends came together at Trout Lake Park for our VPA Pride Asada — and we couldn’t have asked for a better evening.
With tacos, handmade tortillas, street corn, kids’ activities, and lots of good conversation, it was a wonderful opportunity to spend time together and celebrate our 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
A big thank you to everyone who joined us, brought their families and plus ones, and helped make the evening feel so welcoming and full of community. We’re so grateful to be part of a community that makes space for connection, allyship, and celebration.
Happy Pride, VPA!
#VPA #VPApride #Pride #vancouverPost #PostProduction #vancouverFilm
Aug 11
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Help grow the VPA community this July!
Know someone in post-production who would benefit from joining the Vancouver Post Alliance?
For the entire month of July:
👉️ New members receive 15% off their first annual membership with code REFERVPA
👉️ Referring members receive a $10 JJ Bean gift card as a thank-you
Simply have the new member include your name and email address in the "How did you hear about the VPA?" section during registration so we know who to thank.
Together, we`re building a stronger, more connected post-production community.
Visit our website to join. Link in Bio!
Offer valid for first-year Annual Associate, Professional, and Student memberships only. Referring members may receive up to two JJ Bean gift cards.
#postproduction #vpa #vancouverPost #ReferAFriend #JJBean
Jul 27
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VPA Members: You’re invited to the VPA Pride Asada!
Join us on July 30 for a free, family-friendly evening celebrating Pride, community, and connection at Trout Lake Park. VPA Members, their families, and plus-ones are all welcome!
A carne asada is more than just a meal — It`s a Mexican tradition rooted in community, family, and welcoming people in, as they belong. That`s exactly the spirit we want to bring to this event: a clear, joyful show of allyship and support for our 2SLGBTQIA+ members, hosted with the warmth and openness of a backyard asada.
This is a family-friendly event, with:
• Carne and vegetarian tacos
• Handmade tortillas
• Mexican street corn
• Fun activities for the kids
Trout Lake Park, Vancouver • July 30, 5 - 7 pm
🌮 Space is limited. RSVP today at the link in bio!
Happy Pride Month, VPA — we can`t wait to celebrate with you.
#vpa #pride #carneAsada #postProduction #vancouverPost
Jul 25
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Apply for the Women in Post program by July 23!
Looking for mentorship and skill-building opportunities in post-production? Don’t miss your chance to be part of a program that offers higher-level industry access and professional development for emerging to mid-level women-identifying and non-binary creatives working in all areas of post-production.
The programming includes strategic learning modules, creative and technical skills-building, and hands-on mentorship with a post-production company, as well as opportunities to shadow post-production roles.
👉️ Applications will close on July 23 at 5 PM.
Visit the link in our bio to learn more about Women In Post and to apply!
@TheCdnAcademy #womeninpost #theCdnAcademy #PostProduction #mentorship #vpa
Jul 21
VPA Summer Wellness Series
Supporting the Mind Behind the Work
Post-production runs on focus, pressure, and constant gear-switching — and that takes a toll over time. The VPA is partnering with our friend and colleague Shanelle Connell, a Registered Clinical Counsellor with Therapy: Off Script (a practice built specifically for film and entertainment professionals), on a short video series for our members.
Here`s what she`ll be covering:
COGNITIVE SWITCHING COST — The Art of Depletion Through Distraction: Why constant task-switching quietly drains your focus and creativity, even on a "normal" day.
THE TORTURED ARTIST — Why Great Work Only Feels Possible When You Suffer: Challenging the myth that burnout is the price of doing great work.
FINDING IDENTITY — Because When Work Slows, Who Are You Really? What happens to our sense of self between projects — and how to build an identity that isn`t tied to being busy.
👉️ The first video, “COGNITIVE SWITCHING COST”, is now up on our website! Check it out here at our link in Bio!
#vpa #therapyoffscript @therapyoffscript #VPAsummerWellnessSeries #PostProduction #mentalHealth
Jul 20
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Applications are now open for the 2026 Composer Filmmaker Accelerator!
Presented by the VIFF Institute for the Moving Image, the Composer Filmmaker Accelerator (CFA) is an immersive professional development program for composers working in film and media who are ready to take the next step in their careers.
Curated by acclaimed composer Miriam Cutler, the program offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with filmmakers while receiving mentorship and practical guidance from leading industry professionals.
Applications close July 31.
The Institute for the Moving Image is VIFF`s year-round artist development initiative supporting bold, original filmmakers and screen creatives across British Columbia and Canada. Rooted in equity, access, and representation, the Institute provides mentorship, meaningful industry connections, and community engagement for creators at pivotal stages of their careers.
Learn more and apply today at the link in Bio!
#VIFF #InstituteForTheMovingImage #Composer #PostProduction #VPA @instituteforthemovingimage
Jul 20
