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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
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!
RECENT PAST EVENTS
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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Vancouver Post Alliance is pleased to share an upcoming Film Talk on April 18th.
Join the VES for Filmmakers Series: Volume 4 – Tron: Ares
Get a behind-the-scenes look at this VFX blockbuster with an impressive panel:
David Seager, Production Visual Effects Supervisor
Vincent Papaix, Visual Effects Supervisor
Falk Boje, Associate Visual Effects Supervisor
Moderator: Edward Douglas - VES Vancouver Vice Chair / VPA Board Member / VFX Supervisor/Producer
April 18th | 2–5 PM | SFU Goldcorp Centre for the Arts
Reserve your spot at our link in bio — don’t miss it!
VES Members: log in to RSVP at our link in bio
#tronares #ves #vfx #vancouverpost
@vfx_society @vesvancouver @tronares.movie
Apr 13
🎬️ Think you know your movies?
Put your knowledge to the test at Vancouver’s ultimate film trivia night!
Join fellow VES and VPA members for an evening of drinks, canapés, laughs, and competition — and compete for $350 in prizes. Come with a team, bring a friend, or join solo — we’ll match individuals with teams who need extra players.
Brewhall
Monday, May 4
Doors: 6:30 PM | Trivia: 7:00 PM
👉️ VPA Members, look for your promo code in your email this morning for a FREE ticket to the event, then get your ticket via our link in bio! Questions? Send us a DM.
It’s all about quick wits, teamwork, and bragging rights. Don’t miss this chance to show off your film expertise!
#triviaNight #VES #VPA #filmtrivia #vancouverpost #postProduction #filmCommunity @vesvancouver @vancouverpostalliance
Apr 10
📣 SOME GOOD NEWS!
VPA Members and Sponsors Shine in CRAZY8S 2026!
Congratulations and a HUGE thank you to our VPA members and Sponsors who donated their time, talent and resources to this year`s Crazy8s Film Festival.
Running since 1999, CRAZY8S is an annual 8-day short-film challenge that provides support and funding to 6 emerging and mid-career filmmakers to produce a short film and offers training opportunities for the crew and cast. After a Gala Screening and Afterparty, the films go on to be seen by audiences worldwide at film festivals and on other distribution channels.
This year, a record number of VPA members lent their support to the six films showcasing at the April 11th gala.
THE THING INSIDE HER
Editor: Jason Hamill
Assistant Editor: Brittany Lewis
Composer: Jordan Andrew
VFX support by Corporate Member Wild FX
Post Production Services by Flow Post Partners (VPA Networking Sponsor)
Colorist: Aurora Shannon
Re-Recording Mixer: Justin Aucoin
FULL ASIAN
Sound Editor: Enrique Lopez
Colorist: Milana Knight
Re-Recording Mixer: Joe Watts
Composer: Brian Chan
THE DECISION
Colorist: Achim Kapitza
Composer: Josh Santos
Assistant Editor: Mario Manica
MOULD
Re-recording Mixer: Richard Maddock
Audio Services by Maverick Post (VPA Corporate Member)
THE LAST CALLER
Editor: David Borja
Sound Design and Re-Recording Mixer: Dave Chick
Composer: Jesus Caballero
Post Production Services by Alter Ego (VPA Growth Sponsor)
Colorist: Kipp Lightburn
GONE VIRAL
Assistant Editor and GFX: Talen Bentley-Michaud
Composer: Shayla Swanson
Audio Services by Sharpe Sound (VPA Networking Sponsor)
Post Production Services Provided by CO3 (VPA Growth Sponsor)
Re-Recording Mixer: Matt James
CRAZY8S EDITOR MENTOR: Greg Ng
CRAZY8S POST PRODUCER: Julia Niendorf
CRAZY8s CREDIT COORDINATOR: Buket Topalakci Biles
If you would like to support our members and film community, get tickets to the Crazy8s gala at our link in bio!
#gala #crazy8s #VPA #postproduction #shortfilms #vancouverpost
Apr 9
🎬️
ANATOMY OF AN INDIE
Inside the Post of Award-Winning Film, "Akashi"
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
VPA Members: FREE (check your inbox for your code!)
Non-members: $15
Tickets at link in bio!
#VPA #IndieFilms #Akashi #PostProduction #VancouverPost #vancouverPostAlliance #filmIndustry
Apr 1
👀
TUNE IN
Cheetah Fast and Wild
CBC on 2 April, 9:00 PM and on CBC Gem.
Directed and produced by award-winning filmmaker Joe Kennedy, "Cheetah Fast and Wild" provides exclusive access to a process many experts once called impossible: “wilding” captive-born cheetahs to become successful, self-sufficient hunters.
The documentary follows the emotional and perilous journey of Lilly and Iris, two orphaned cheetah sisters. Now, after two years in captivity, they have a shot at living wild. We follow these cats as they undergo the trials of learning to live as wild cheetahs.
The Vancouver post-production team included a host of VPA talent:
Editor: Kelly Morris
Colorist: Lionel Barton
Conform Artist: Jeremy Chen
Finishing Producer: Daryl Smith
Executive Producer: Brad Goodman
Visit the link in bio to watch the trailer and to learn more about the VPA talent that brought this documentary to life.
#CheetahFastAndWild #VPA #tunein #CBCGem #JoeKennedy #vancouverpost #postproduction
Mar 31
👀 TUNE IN!
Holy Days Premieres at The Park Theatre - March 27th
A lost boy in search of heaven, three odd nuns on a mission, a car powered by God (and stolen money). This is a road trip like no other. A comedic near-tragedy that keeps going South
This Independent Feature was filmed in New Zealand and finished in British Columbia.
VPA Corporate Member Elemental Post handled mix, colour grading, finishing, and theatrical delivery for this CA/NZ co-production, and further post-production roles included the following VPA talent:
Matt Drake: Re-recording Mixer, Sound Supervisor & Executive Producer
David Tomiak: Colorist & Executive Producer
Eva Madden: Sound Designer
Jay Cheetham: Backgrounds Editor
Visit link in bio to watch the trailer and to purchase tickets to the Premiere!
#holydays #vpa #postproduction #vancouverpost #parktheatre #elementalpost
Mar 26
🎬️
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
VPA Members: FREE (check your inbox for your code!)
Non-members: $15
Tickets at link in bio!
#VPA #IndieFilms #Akashi #PostProduction #VancouverPost #vancouverPostAlliance #filmIndustry
Mar 25
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MENTORS NEEDED!
Attention all experienced Editors, Assistant Editors, Sound Editors, and Mixers! We invite you to join us as Mentors for the upcoming Vancouver Post Alliance Spring Mentorship Program, running April 11 - July 11.
This three-month program (virtual + in-person) connects VPA members in a supportive professional environment designed to foster growth, learning, and meaningful industry relationships.
This is a fantastic chance to actively contribute to the Post Community, share your knowledge, and connect with enthusiastic emerging talent in our city.
We are still looking for Editors, Assistant Editors, Sound Editors, and Mixers. If you are a VPA Member within these specialties with 5 + years of professional experience, we invite you to apply now at the link in our bio!
#vpa #mentorsip #editors #postproduction #postindustry #vncouverpost
Mar 24
