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SUMMARY:World Building in Unreal Engine
DESCRIPTION:World Building in Unreal Engine is a four-week course that focuses on creating 3D environments\, virtual set design and previsualization to execute the artistic vision of their project.  \n\n\n\nThis in-person course will guide you through the powerful tools in Unreal Engine used to produce realistic visual cinematics that tells engaging stories.  \n\n\n\nThrough project-based learning\, participants will learn how to build scenes using landscape\, foliage and water workflows\, use materials\, lighting and rendering techniques\, and previsualize compelling shots. \n\n\n\nThis course is designed for traditional 3D/CG artists\, production designers\, art directors\, and concept artists to explore Quixel\, Epic Games Marketplace\, Buffer\, Lumen and Nanite visualization tools for asset creation and model enhancements. \n\n\n\nDates:\n\n\n\n\nWeek 1 – March 4th\, 2023 – 9am -12pm\n\n\n\nWeek 2- March 11th\, 2023 – 9am -12pm\n\n\n\nWeek 3\, March 18th\, 2023 – 9am -12pm\n\n\n\nWeek 4\, March 25th\, 2023 – 9am -12pm\n\n\n\n\nNOTE: This course will be delivered at the New Media Manitoba office. It is focused on integrating real-time techniques into projects with Unreal building inEngine 5\, and does not cover real-time compositing techniques with an LED wall or green screen. \n\n\n\nOutline:\n\n\n\nWeek 1: \n\n\n\n\nPrevisualization with Sequences\n\n\n\nIntroduction to Blocking Cinematic Shots in Sequencer\n\n\n\nProperties of the Cine camera Actor\, Aperture\, Focal Length\, Exposure\, etc.\n\n\n\nBlock Lighting\, Scale and Composition\n\n\n\nUsing the Cinematic Viewport Tools\n\n\n\n\nWeek 2: \n\n\n\n\nAssets and Scene Building\n\n\n\nImporting Quixel and Epic Games Marketplace Assets\n\n\n\nExploring Foliage and Landscape Tool for Scene Development\n\n\n\nModeling Tools in Unreal Engine 5 for Asset Development\n\n\n\nIntroduction to Nanite\n\n\n\nScene Management: Level Setup\, Layers and Variant Manager\n\n\n\n\nWeek 3: \n\n\n\n\nMaterials and Lighting\n\n\n\nMaster Materials and Material Instances\n\n\n\nDefining PBR (Physically Based Rendering) Properties for Material Development\n\n\n\nDeveloping advanced Landscape Material for Worldbuilding\n\n\n\nIntroduction to Lumen\n\n\n\nPost Process Volume and Colour Grading\n\n\n\n\nWeek 4: \n\n\n\n\nOptimization\n\n\n\nScreen Percentage and Scalability Options for Performance\n\n\n\nTexture Streaming for adjusting Texture Resolution\n\n\n\nLevel Instancing and Blueprints\n\n\n\nUsing Buffer\, Lumen and Nanite Visualization Tools for Debugging\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenter Information \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTamara Abas is an Unreal Engine Authorized Instructor who is passionate about mentoring and growing the creative industry within her community. She has experience working on a variety of virtual production projects\, developing tools and workflows. Tamara is always growing her skill set and adapting to the ever-evolving industry. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWebsite: \n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/worldbuilding-in-unreal-engine-5-tickets-469490507747
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/world-building-in-unreal-engine-2/
LOCATION:New Media Manitoba HQ\, 100-62 Albert St\, Winnipeg Manitoba\, Winnipeg\, MB\, R3B 1E9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Register for PegJam 2023
DESCRIPTION:Peg Jam 2023 – Winnipeg’s #1 Video Game Development Hackaton has returned with an incredible line-up of speakers\, and both virtual and in-person options for participants. -PegJam 2023 Artwork by Amy Gerardy \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEVENT UPDATE\n\n\n\nNew Media Manitoba has been overwhelmed by the interest surrounding PegJam 2023. Industry professionals\, students and hobbyists have all been signing up for the chance to jam in person. As a result\, we are excited to announce that we are at 100% capacity for both the in-person jam and for Thursday’s speaker’s night!  \n\n\n\nOver 100 participants are set to descend into Winnipeg’s historic Exchange District for an entire weekend of game development. If you missed out\, we are sorry\, but there are two options. Feel free to email us to get put on the waiting list\, or you can participate virtually on Discord.Thank you to all the incredible partners for making this event possible. Red River College Polytech\, The Winnipeg Game Collective\, Complex Games\, Unity Technologies\, New Frontier Esports & Entertainment and MOSMA \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChris Anderson got his start in video games as a Community Manager and Development Tester and now runs Talentry Gaming Solutions\, a gaming recruitment firm based in Winnipeg. Talentry partners with studios looking for unique\, experienced\, and diverse talent across North America. Chris will be speaking on finding career opportunities in the industry. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRebecca Harrison needs no introduction to the local game development scene. She has reached legendary status for her work\, love of game jams\, and her positive energy. Rebecca is the founder of Flightyfelon games. She and her talented team are currently working on FREERIDE\, an Action-RPG that’s (not-so) secretly a Personality Test. Rebecca will be sharing her thoughts on “Crunch.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTamara Abas is leading New Media Manitoba’s instructional efforts for our latest initiative StudioLab xR. As Canada’s only female Unreal Authorized Instructor\, she lives and breathes all things Unreal Engine. Beyond all the technical prowess\, she is a passionate instructor with an unparalleled commitment to sharing her knowledge. Tamara will be speaking on the topic of Technical Art. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUnity Technologies believes that creativity can change the world. Their technology empowers creators of all kinds to create games and experiences to educate and entertain. We are fortunate to have Thomas Winkley and Joy Horvath from Unity braving the winter cold to join us at PegJam. They will speak on best practices for having a healthy and happy game jam. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBut wait\, that’s not all! In addition to these great speakers\, we also have a few new surprises up our sleeves. \n\n\n\nOur friends at MOSMA will join the Jam to provide all sorts of incredible audio options for participants. A recording station for voice-over and foley sessions will be set up\, as well as workstations running Abelton with a full Effects Libraries. \n\n\n\nIn addition to her speaking session\, Tamara Abas will host a short workshop on using Rokoko Video\, a free browser-based AI motion capture tool. Tamara will walk you through creating mocap data inside Rokoko Video\, cleaning data in Rokoko Studio\, and finally\, exporting your skeleton directly into Unreal Engine or Unity. \n\n\n\nRegister today to secure your spot!\n\n\n\nThis is your chance to collaborate with a community of students\, indie devs\, industry professionals\, hobbyists and other like-minded folks to challenge yourself to create new and exciting games\, interactive experiences and everything in between. \n\n\n\n\nAre you ready to put your gaming skills to the test?\n\n\n\nAspiring to create the next big hit?\n\n\n\nNeed to enhance your portfolio?\n\n\n\nLook no further than PegJam 2023\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGame Jams are a great opportunity to…\n\n\n\n\nLearn about our local game dev industry and meet game dev professionals\n\n\n\nMeet people to collaborate and build video games over the course of a weekend.\n\n\n\nWork in a space full of programmers\, designers\, artists\, musicians and more to rapidly develop a working video game in an empowering environment.\n\n\n\nTurn your passion for gaming into a career and create assets for your online portfolio (highly recommended)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPegJam 2023 Sponsorship\n\n\n\nGet in front of PegJam 2023 Speakers & Participants with Sponsorship. We offer multiple sponsorship tiers and opportunities to promote your brand! \n\n\n\nPlease contact Juliet Greenberg\, Membership & Community Manager with New Media Manitoba for sponsorship details juliet@newmediamanitoba.com. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWebsite: \n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/pegjam-2023-tickets-516972648107
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/register-for-pegjam-2023/
LOCATION:RRC Polytech Innovation Centre\, 319 Elgin Avenue\, Winnipeg\, MB\, R3A 0K4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Game Jam
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SUMMARY:Tax Credit Webinars with TDS
DESCRIPTION:Learn what’s new and know what’s changed for 2023. \n\n\n\nJoin TDS lawyers for a complimentary two-part series on the tax credits and funds available to the interactive digital media industry. \n\n\n\nThis is an exclusive event for New Media Manitoba members.Please register to attend virtually to each session. \n\n\n\nWe will review the following topics over two separate lunch hours.  \n\n\n\n\nSmall Business Venture Tax Credit in 5 Steps\n\n\n\nEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)\n\n\n\nSetting up Tax Efficient Growth Structures\n\n\n\nCanExport Funding Options\n\n\n\nIP Assist\n\n\n\nDigital Programs\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSession 1 – Feb 15th \n\n\n\nSmall Business Venture Tax Credit (SBVCTC) in 5 Steps\n\n\n\nPresented by: Danielle Grzybowski \n\n\n\n\nIs this Tax Credit a fit for your small business?\n\n\n\nApplication and Approval Process\n\n\n\nSoliciting Investors (Legally)\n\n\n\nTransaction and Issuing Shares\n\n\n\nReporting and Issuing Tax Credit Receipts\n\n\n\n\nESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)\n\n\n\nPresented by: Leilani Kagan\, K.C. \n\n\n\nAn Employee Stock Option Plan allows employees to own a piece of the company in the future and benefit from its growth. Startups use ESOPs to attract and retain employees. This webinar will discuss the employee ownership definition\, the key benefits and tax incentives to an ESOP and a brief overview of the provincial program. \n\n\n\n\nLearn about how an ESOP plays a role in ownership in your company\n\n\n\nLearn about how an employee stock option plan can help attract and retain your employees\n\n\n\nLearn how your company will benefit from creating an ESOP\n\n\n\n\nSetting up Tax Efficient Growth Structures\n\n\n\nPresented by: Leo Palay \n\n\n\n\nWhat is Lifetime Capital Gains Exemption?\n\n\n\nHow can I maximize this opportunity for my business?\n\n\n\nHow do you qualify for Lifetime Capital Gains Exemption?\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSession 2 – Feb 22nd\n\n\n\nCanExport Funding Options\n\n\n\nPresented by: Silvia de Sousa \n\n\n\n\nTypes of CanExport Funding\n\n\n\n\n-CanExport SMEs-CanExport Innovation-CanExport Associations-CanExport Community Investments – to help Canadian communities and non-profit\, locally based organizations attract\, retain and expand foreign direct investment. \n\n\n\n\nHow CanExport funding can help your business expand?\n\n\n\nServices TDS can offer that meet CanExport requirement\n\n\n\n\nIntellectual Property (IP) Assist Program\n\n\n\nPresented by: Silvia de Sousa \n\n\n\n\nTypes of IP\n\n\n\nLegal ownership issues with respect to IP\n\n\n\nMethods to protect IP\n\n\n\nGovernment Programs\n\n\n\n\nThe Digital Services Program\n\n\n\nPresented by: Silvia de Sousa \n\n\n\n\nHow to qualify\n\n\n\nService streams\n\n\n\n\n-`Business Technology Services-`Cybersecurity Audits-`Digital Legal Services \n\n\n\n\nTypes of Digital Legal Services\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenting TDS Lawyers \n\n\n\n\nDanielle Grzybowski\n\n\n\nLeilani Kagan K.C.\n\n\n\nLeo Palay\n\n\n\nSilvia de Sousa\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWebsite: \n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/tax-credit-webinar-tickets-513163815787
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/tax-credit-webinars-with-tds/
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20230204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20230204T120000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Unreal Engine 5
DESCRIPTION:Unreal Engine is at the forefront of virtual production\, leading with advanced real-time 3D creation tools for photo-real visuals and immersive experiences.  \n\n\n\nThis introductory hand-on course will give participants a working understanding of Unreal Engine 5 real-time toolset. Through a series of demonstrations\, participants will learn the interface and navigation\, how to import data\, landscape and foliage tools\, creating materials\, lighting\, using Sequencer and the basics of using Post Process Volume. \n\n\n\nClasses will engage participants through project based in-engine hands-on practice and discussions on creating high quality assets that support a wide range of content production stages. \n\n\n\nNOTE: This course will be delivered in-person at the New Media Manitoba office . It is focused on the basics of Unreal Engine 5 and does not cover real-time compositing techniques with an LED wall or green screen. \n\n\n\nPresenter Information \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTamara Abas is an Unreal Engine Authorized Instructor who is passionate about mentoring and growing the creative industry within her community. She has experience working on a variety of virtual production projects\, developing tools and workflows. Tamara is always growing her skill set and adapting to the ever-evolving industry. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWebsite: \n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/introduction-to-unreal-engine-5-tickets-469537127187
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/introduction-to-unreal-engine/
LOCATION:New Media Manitoba HQ\, 100-62 Albert St\, Winnipeg Manitoba\, Winnipeg\, MB\, R3B 1E9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Promoted Event,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20230110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20230110T193000
DTSTAMP:20221221T180438Z
CREATED:20221220T154350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221221T180438Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Virtual Production
DESCRIPTION:This virtual presentation and demonstration of StudioLab xR’s stage is a comprehensive overview of Virtual Production – the innovative tools\, workflow and project applications.  \n\n\n\nUsing examples in Unreal Engine real-time tools\, the technical adoption from traditional content-creation to virtual production will be showcased. ‍ \n\n\n\nOutline: \n\n\n\n\nVirtual Production Defined\n\n\n\nTechnology\n\n\n\nTypes of Virtual Production Workflows\n\n\n\nApplications\, Projects and Screening (BTS)\n\n\n\nDemonstration of StudioLab xR’s demo LED Wall (30 – 60 minutes pre-recorded)\n\n\n\nProject Setup (nDisplay and Switchboard)\n\n\n\nLED Wall\n\n\n\nServer\n\n\n\nMulti User Session\n\n\n\nLive Link\n\n\n\nLevel Snapshots\n\n\n\nCinematics – ICVFX\n\n\n\nReal-time Compositing\n\n\n\nRemote Control\n\n\n\nQ&A\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenter Information \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTamara Abas is an Unreal Engine Authorized Instructor who is passionate about mentoring and growing the creative industry within her community. She has experience working on a variety of virtual production projects\, developing tools and workflows. Tamara is always growing her skill set and adapting to the ever-evolving industry. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWebsite: \n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/introduction-to-virtual-production-tickets-469267651177
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/introduction-to-virtual-production-3/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20221130T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20221130T170000
DTSTAMP:20221007T195808Z
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SUMMARY:Google Analytics 4 - Reporting
DESCRIPTION:This one-day course looks at the newest version of Google Analytics – Google Analytics 4. GA4 will be the future of Google Analytics – it is an entirely new way of looking at analytics that focuses on cross-device measurement and insights driven by machine learning and first-party data. \n\n\n\nIn the course\, you will get started using GA4\, as well as covering the interface\, key reports\, and major differences between it and the previous version of GA. You’ll go away with the knowledge to start making full use of this exciting new innovation straight away. \n\n\n\nThis course focuses on the reporting elements of GA4. It is a good starting point for anyone who wants to get familiar with what the latest version of GA has to offer or for those who are starting to use GA4 for the first time. \n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes: \n\n\n\nUnderstand the basic building blocks of analytics data and the capabilities of GA4Derive insights about your users\, marketing\, and user experience on both your website and your appDig even deeper into your data by building custom reports in the Analysis HubLearn how to use audiences\, user properties\, parameters and other GA4 specific elements\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenter information \n\n\n\nJellyfish Training supports and drives digital transformation by providing the right technology\, strategy\, and training. \n\n\n\nThey are Google’s leading global partner and offer a range of delivery formats to suit all needs. Their trainers are professional\, in-house industry experts and each love sharing their knowledge. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWebsite: \n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/google-analytics-4-reporting-tickets-433119039707
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/google-analytics-ga4-reporting/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20221129T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20221129T160000
DTSTAMP:20221007T201111Z
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SUMMARY:Google Analytics 4 (GA4)
DESCRIPTION:The world is waving goodbye to Google Analytics and saying hello to Google Analytics 4\, or GA4. Previously known as App+Web\, GA4 offers several key upgrades\, including a redesigned user interface and improved tracking across web and app properties. \n\n\n\nThis one-day course focuses on setting up and configuring Google Analytics 4 (GA4)\, the newest version of Google Analytics. GA4 is built for the future\, and enables cross-platform measurement as well as new technologies to enhance the accuracy and relevance of your analytics. \n\n\n\nIn the course\, you will learn what has changed in this new version of Google Analytics. We’ll then delve into the steps required to set up\, configure and audit a GA4 property with plenty of hands-on in-platform exercises. You’ll leave with the knowledge to start making full use of this exciting new platform straight away. \n\n\n\nThis workshop is the perfect first step into learning about setting up Google Analytics 4. It is ideal for analysts\, technical marketers\, developers and entrepreneurs that are planning on setting up Google Analytics 4 for their organization or for those that are interested in increasing their understanding of how Google Analytics works. \n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes \n\n\n\nConfigure your Google Analytics 4 account following the best practices from GoogleImplement advanced features such as custom events\, user ID and data importCreate custom definitions and user properties for your reportsSet up events and parametersAudit any existing Google Analytics account \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenter information \n\n\n\nJellyfish Training supports and drives digital transformation by providing the right technology\, strategy\, and training. They are Google’s leading global partner and offer a range of delivery formats to suit all needs. Their trainers are professional\, in-house industry experts and each love sharing their knowledge. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWebsite: \n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/google-analytics-4-implementation-and-configuration-tickets-428596994147
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/google-analytics-4-ga4-implement-configure/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20221021T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20221021T160000
DTSTAMP:20221007T204529Z
CREATED:20221007T202522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T204529Z
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SUMMARY:Twinmotion Workshop
DESCRIPTION:New Media Manitoba has partnered with Fair Chance Learning and Epic Games to offer this professional learning opportunity for educators to learn the real-time skills needed to succeed in game development\, architecture\, film and TV\, automotive\, and more. \n\n\n\nInteractive 3D is changing the way we live and work\, opening countless jobs for students who want to explore new careers in advertising\, architecture\, films\, games\, engineering\, and more. But as an education professional\, how can you learn this method and incorporate it directly into your teaching? \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTwinmotion Workshop
 \n\n\n\nTwinmotion and Unreal Engine are a powerful set of tools that can help us visualize the architectural world. Using these programs in conjunction with one another can enable students to creatively and intelligently develop complex projects. \n\n\n\n
In this Professional learning experience\, you will learn the following: \n\n\n\n· How to access Twinmotion \n\n\n\n· The basics of movement and navigation \n\n\n\n· Sculpting land \n\n\n\n· Importing third-party assets \n\n\n\n· Creating interactive 3D spaces \n\n\n\n· The resources available to support with classroom integration \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease Note:  \n\n\n\nYour ManACE membership fee for 2022-2023 is included in the registration cost. You do not need to be an existing ManACE member to register. A catered lunch will also be provided for all attendees and we’ll check in about dietary restrictions leading up to the event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWebsite: \n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/twinmotion-workshop-unreal-educator-accelerator-program-tickets-431879161197
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/twinmotion-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20220615T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20220616T070000
DTSTAMP:20220517T035823Z
CREATED:20220503T163547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T035823Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Website Accessibility
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNearly one in four Manitobans is disabled by barriers where they work\, live\, and play. It is easy to take simple things like accessing a website for granted\, but barriers to accessibility are real and constant challenges for persons with disabilities. Accessible websites are very important and are going to be required under the Accessibility for Manitobans Act (AMA) Information and Communications Standard. \n\n\n\nTwo sessions are scheduled as follows: \n\n\n\nSession 1: June 15th\, 9:30am-12:00pm CST \n\n\n\nSession 2: June 16th\, 9:30am-12:00pm CST \n\n\n\nThe focus of these two half-day workshops will be to introduce attendees to website accessibility best practices\, so that they can start to make their websites more accessible for people with different disabilities. \n\n\n\nWhat You Will Learn: \n\n\n\nWhat kinds of software\, hardware\, and apps people may use to access your website.The basics of the WCAG 2.1 (2.2 Draft) standard\, and how we need to go further than this standard.Major accessibility concepts that can be applied to websites.Practical tips\, and some tools\, to help start making your websites more accessible.Hands-on exercises to practice some of the tips\, so you can apply your knowledge right away to your websites.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenter Bio\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLisa Snider has over 20 years’ experience working with digital accessibility in different settings and contexts. Lisa’s passion in Lisa Snider has over 22 years’ experience working with digital accessibility in different settings and contexts. Lisa’s passion in life is working with website\, document\, audio\, video\, email\, social media and app accessibility\, and sharing her knowledge through education to make these digital materials more accessible for everyone\, including people with different disabilities. \n\n\n\nThrough her company\, Access Changes Everything Inc. (www.accesschangeseverything.com)\, Lisa provides accessibility audits\, user testing by people with disabilities\, remediation\, procurement consultation\, presentations\, and in person and webinar workshops and training for various North American governments\, organizations\, universities and businesses. \n\n\n\n\n\nLisa was the Chair of the Province of Manitoba’s Accessibility for Manitobans Act\, Information & Communications Standard Development Committee\, is an Associate on the Nova Scotia Accessibility Act Review (5 Year)\, was a Stakeholder in the W3C Accessibility Guidelines Working Group Silver Task Force (WCAG 2.1)\, and is an invited member of the Microsoft Inclusive Workplace Customer Advisory Council\, collaborating with Microsoft to improve the accessibility of their products. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/introduction-to-website-accessibility-tickets-311952397017
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/introduction-to-website-accessibility-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20220530T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20220530T153000
DTSTAMP:20220518T193642Z
CREATED:20220516T140000Z
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SUMMARY:How to Develop Core Soft & Interpersonal Skills in Game Development
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be talking about some of the core skills everyone needs to thrive in the game design and development industry. \n\n\n\nAbout this event \n\n\n\nIn this session\, we’ll discuss some tips and share some insights about Time and Energy Management\, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving\, as well as how to Embrace Failure and Become a Leader. \n\n\n\nAs always\, we’ll have our Executive Committee in attendance who are here to support you\, help you network and grow your IDM skills. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBelow are some details about the topics we’ll be covering: \n\n\n\nTime & Energy Management \n\n\n\nWhat does it mean to have a work ethic in Game Dev?Organizational skills to set yourself up for successScheduling your time/week/monthSelf care & setting boundariesStress managementSelf motivation\n\n\n\nCritical Thinking & Problem Solving \n\n\n\nLearning to ask thoughtful questionsPracticing decision-making under pressurePaying attention to detailsGaining creative confidence\n\n\n\nEmbrace Failure & Become a Leader \n\n\n\nFailure is an option & an opportunityHow to fail fast to succeedDeveloping a growth mindset to become a leader\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGiveaway\n\n\n\nWe’ll be giving away a copy of Complex Games’ newly released game Warhammer 40\,000: Chaos Gate – Daemonhunters at the end of the talk so make sure to stick around for your chance to win! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker Biographies\n\n\n\n\n\nSanto Aveiro\n\n\n\nSanto Aveiro is an artist\, speaker\, and gamemaker. \n\n\n\nTheir latest project\, DON’T WAKE THE NIGHT\, is a 2D point-and-click game funded by the Ontario Art Council’s Emerging Media Artist grant and the Toronto Arts Council Media Artist grant inspired by and based on concepts of spirituality from Guaraní teachings. They are currently working on a new game project focusing around Indigenous Cyberpunk and Indigenous Futurisms. \n\n\n\nSANTO is also a co-director at DMG\, a non-for-profit arts organizations dedicated to supporting queer and gender-marginalized creators in making\, playing\, and changing games. \n\n\n\nSANTO has been featured as a speaker at conferences such as ECGC in Raleigh\, Game Developer’s Conference in San Francisco\, Different Games in New York\, and IndieCade in LA. Their games and work have been exhibited at places like the aluCine festival in Toronto\, the Queerness and Games conference in LA\, AltCade in Portland\, the Fully-Automated Luxury Gender Oasis in Dublin\, Ireland\, and the imagineNATIVE festival. \n\n\n\nMarc Cacho\n\n\n\nMarc Cacho is a generalist who brings all past experiences into the work he does. \n\n\n\nRecently graduated from the Toronto Film School’s Game Design & Animation program\, he currently works as the Studio Lab Manager / Digital Coordinator at New Media Manitoba in Winnipeg. In that position\, he also mentors secondary school students in Game Development related topics. \n\n\n\nProgramming\, Art\, Production\, Marc brings multitude of skills to any project he comes across. \n\n\n\nAside from assisting with Pixel Pals MB\, Marc also helps with some organizational and moderation tasks with the Winnipeg Digital Art Group\, and loves to help in the growth and development of everyone interested in anything related to Game Development. \n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Pixel Pals MB\n\n\n\nPixel Pals MB is a new meetup group that focuses on creating a safe and welcoming environment for marginalized persons to network with IDM industry professionals while learning about Game Development and other related areas of the creative digital arts. \n\n\n\nOur events and programming aim to remove the barriers that prevent or discourage marginalized persons (women\, gender diverse\, queer\, and BIPOC persons) from accessing game development opportunities and that hinder their ability to thrive in the game industry. \n\n\n\nPixel Pals MB is run by a volunteer Executive Committee of local game developers\, artists\, digital media advocates\, and community programming experts who embody the community this meetup group is meant to serve\, and NMM is grateful for their time and contributions. \n\n\n\nAttending this event means you agree to the terms and conditions of our safe space policy. \n\n\n\n\nJoin our Discord\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/how-to-develop-core-soft-interpersonal-skills-in-game-development-tickets-336695845337
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/how-to-develop-core-soft-interpersonal-skills-in-game-development/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20220404T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20220404T153000
DTSTAMP:20220324T215028Z
CREATED:20220324T190000Z
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SUMMARY:How to Get Ready for The Job Market (with Emily Funk)
DESCRIPTION:About this event \n\n\n\nSearching for a job can be a job in itself. It can be a daunting task especially when you’re just starting out. So how do you put your best foot forward? \n\n\n\nPlease join us at our next Pixel Pals Meetup when we’ll hear from Emily Funk\, a 3D Environmental Asset Artist who works for MARZ VFX and formerly for Tangent Animation. Emily will share from experience\, what to do before\, during\, and after an interview by highlighting the following points: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGetting the Interview \n\n\n\nWhere to look\, how to find who to contact\, what to do if they aren’t hiring\, but you want your name on file.\n\n\n\nPreparing for the Interview \n\n\n\nWhat to pull together\, have on hand\, what to personalize per interview application.\n\n\n\nDuring the Interview \n\n\n\nHow to respond to left-field questions\, how to be specific with answers to common questions.\n\n\n\nAfter the Interview \n\n\n\nWhen to follow up\, how to proceed\, what happens if you get it or not\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n***This event will also feature Industry professionals who’ll stick around for the Q&A session\, so they can answer all your pressing questions in a networking style.*** \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the speaker \n\n\n\nEmily Funk is a 3D Environment Asset Artist from Winnipeg\, working remotely for MARZ VFX. She began her career in 2019\, working for Tangent Animation after graduating from Red River College. Her goals are to be in a place of leadership\, and ensure creative spaces are open and safe for everyone. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Pixel Pals MB\n\n\n\nPixel Pals MB is a new meetup group that focuses on creating a safe and welcoming environment for marginalized persons to network with IDM industry professionals while learning about Game Development and other related areas of the creative digital arts. \n\n\n\nOur events and programming aim to remove the barriers that prevent or discourage marginalized persons (women\, gender diverse\, queer\, and BIPOC persons) from accessing game development opportunities and that hinder their ability to thrive in the game industry. \n\n\n\nPixel Pals MB is run by a volunteer Executive Committee of local game developers\, artists\, digital media advocates\, and community programming experts who embody the community this meetup group is meant to serve\, and NMM is grateful for their time and contributions. \n\n\n\nAttending this event means you agree to the terms and conditions of our safe space policy. \n\n\n\n\nJoin our Discord\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/how-to-get-ready-for-the-job-market-with-emily-funk-tickets-302932909487
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/how-to-get-ready-for-the-job-market-with-emily-funk/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20220209T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20220209T133000
DTSTAMP:20220201T203044Z
CREATED:20220127T204500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220201T203044Z
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SUMMARY:Industry Panel Discussion - Types of Game Development Studios and Roles
DESCRIPTION:Want to know what it’s like to work in a game development studio? \n\n\n\nWhat are the differences between working in a AAA studio\, to mid-sized and  independent studios?  \n\n\n\nHow do you know what type of studio would be a fit for you and your career path?  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Description\n\n\n\nLearn directly from industry professionals about what it’s like working at different kinds of studios. We have 4 game development experts who will each share information about their work culture\, their roles and responsibilities\, and the skill sets they’ve learned to get them where they are today.  \n\n\n\nThis is a great opportunity to learn more about what it’s really like to work in a game studio or in a remote team environment so you can make educated choices in your career path.  \n\n\n\nTurn your passion for games into a professional career and learn about transferable skills to help get you there.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event will be run and hosted in our official Discord channel. Please join it to access the event and join our community.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPanelists:\n\n\n\nAdrian Cheater\, (She/Her) Chief Technology Officer\, Complex Games  \n\n\n\nAlbertine Watson\,  (She/Her) Game Designer\, Bunnyhug Games \n\n\n\nAlice RL\, (They/Them) Educator\, Illustrator and Art Teacher  \n\n\n\nJulia Naomi Boeira\, (She/Her\, They/Them)\, Online Programmer\, Ubisoft WPG \n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Pixel Pals MB\n\n\n\nPixel Pals MB is a new meetup group that focuses on creating a safe and welcoming environment for marginalized persons to network with IDM industry professionals while learning about Game Development and other related areas of the creative digital arts.  Our events and programming aim to remove the barriers that prevent or discourage marginalized persons (women\, gender diverse\, queer\, and BIPOC persons) from accessing game development opportunities and that hinder their ability to thrive in the game industry.  \n\n\n\nPixel Pals MB is run by a volunteer Executive Committee of local game developers\, artists\, digital media advocates\, and community programming experts who embody the community this meetup group is meant to serve\, and NMM is grateful for their time and contributions. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin our Discord here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/industry-panel-discussion-types-of-game-development-studios-and-roles-tickets-257138196267
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/industry-panel-discussion-types-of-game-development-studios-and-roles/
LOCATION:Pixel Pals Discord Channel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20220201T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20220202T110000
DTSTAMP:20220117T191429Z
CREATED:20220113T154047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220117T191429Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Unreal Engine for Virtual Production
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUTIf you missed this training opportunity please contact us about future dates. \n\n\n\nAbout the Event \n\n\n\n\nThis hands-on workshop for Unreal Engine beginners is designed as an introduction for professionals to gain new skills with the real-time tools of the Unreal Engine. \n\n\n\nOn your first day\, through a series of smaller projects\, you’ll learn the basics of real-time pipeline optimization\, data import\, material creation\, lighting\, and programming interactions with the Unreal Engine Blueprint System. \n\n\n\nOn the second day\, the sequencer will be treated more intensively. Trainees will design a cinematic sequence by learning how to setup and organize their scene with level sequences\, apply animation clips to imported characters\, animate props by keyframing actors in the Graph Editor\, edit shots in the timeline\, and use specialized cinematic camera tools for more professional results. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n(Online Link to workshop will be provided prior to the event) \n\n\n\n\nDay 1 (9:30AM – 4:30PM):  \n\n\n\n\nOverview of UE 4.27 tools and workflowsGeneral Editor Interaction & NavigationUnreal Engine FundamentalsIntroduction to importing dataIntroduction to material creationIntroduction to lightingIntroduction to optimization and best practices for real-time pipelinesShort overview of Blueprint Visual Scripting\n\n\n\nDay 2 (9:30AM – 4:30PM): \n\n\n\nSequencer overview\, user interface\, hot keys\, and cinematic viewport controlsUnderstanding cinematic action and continuity in UnrealIntroduction to real-time post processingUnderstanding level sequences\, sub-levels and sub-scenesCinematic actors – working with cinematic camera\, rig rail and craneImporting and working with animations for charactersRendering stills & movies\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Trainer \n\n\n\n\nINCAS Training offers you the world’s only Unreal Engine training in an innovative cloud training environment. Experience hands-on training conducted by certified Unreal Engine trainers as if you were live on site. \n\n\n\nAs the world’s first Unreal Authorized Training Centre\, INCAS Training delivers Epic Games’ tailored training courses for you or your employees as a Live Virtual Class\, so that you are prepared for the future and can drive innovation. Without travel\, without software installation\, directly in the project in the Unreal Engine\, live and with 60 fps. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/introduction-to-unreal-engine-for-virtual-production-tickets-243117399687
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/introduction-to-unreal-engine-for-virtual-production/
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Media Manitoba":MAILTO:info@newmediamanitoba.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20211216T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20211216T203000
DTSTAMP:20211208T154009Z
CREATED:20211206T212258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211208T154009Z
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SUMMARY:NMM's 2021 Virtual Holiday Jam
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to see you on Thursday December 16th for our Holiday Jam! \n\n\n\nWe can’t wait to get together with our amazing IDM community and have some fun!!! \n\n\n\nLet’s have some laughs together – REGISTER NOW through the Airmeet platform. \n\n\n\nWe’ll sit at ‘virtual’ tables of 8 and video chat\, so prepare your holiday drinks and snacks\, and get ready to table hop! We’ll share more details about how to use the platform when we get started\, but if you want to set up your Airmeet profile now\, even better.\n\n\n\nWe’ll be giving away prizes for NMM related trivia\, so do your research for your chance to win great prizes from some of Winnipeg’s favorite local businesses including; PNP Games\, Thermea\, Activate Games\, The Cheesemongers\, VidDay\, The Real Escape\, an Indie Game Prize Pack & More!\n\n\n\nWear an ugly holiday sweater or outfit for the event – there’s a special prize for the most votes for the ‘best of the worst’.\n\n\n\nGame On! Compete for a 15-minute Portal Bots challenge at the event – best finishing time wins a prize & street cred. Get your tech ready & sign up early to reserve your spot!\n\n\n\nShare Your Holiday Messages! We encourage each of you to spend a few minutes to create & share a holiday message for our IDM community friends\, colleagues\, project teams or even a message for NMM – it’s up to you.SUBMISSION DEADLINE – Wednesday December 15th at 12:00 pmVideos – Share a simple holiday message or a big ‘SHOUT OUT’ to someone who deserves kudos\, show off your best holiday dance moves\, or sing us your favorite chorus. It’s up to you to get creative 🙂Photos – Send us a photo of you\, your team or even your pets with a holiday twist!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW!
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/nmms-2021-virtual-holiday-jam/
CATEGORIES:Promoted Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20211201T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20211201T193000
DTSTAMP:20211125T201159Z
CREATED:20211119T175442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211125T201159Z
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SUMMARY:Pixel Pals MB - Inaugural Meetup - Dec 1
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\nPixel Pals MB is a new meetup group that focuses on creating a safe and welcoming environment for marginalized persons to network with IDM industry professionals while learning about Game Development and other related areas of the creative digital arts. \n\n\n\nOur events and programming aim to remove the barriers that prevent or discourage marginalized persons (women\, gender diverse\, queer\, and BIPOC persons) from accessing game development opportunities and that hinder their ability to thrive in the game industry.Winnipeg is home to a diverse and talented group of game developers and we want to give you a chance to play their games! That’s why we have a game giveaway set for our first Pixel Pals event.Come out and network in a safe space and you could take home a copy of  Moonglow_Bay by Albertine Watson of Bunnyhug Games or Doki_Doki_Anomaly by Rebecca Harrison of Flightyfelon Games!Here are some of the topics we want to explore with you: \n\n\n\nAre you new to the world of game development or digital media? We’re here to support you!We want to hear about your dream job\, favorite game\, genre\, mechanic\, moment or soundtrack!We want to hear what you’re working on. How long have you been interested in these art forms?What other groups are you part of? What kinds of experiences and/or programming are you looking for in this group?\n\n\n\nPixel Pals MB is run by a volunteer Executive Committee of local game developers\, artists\, digital media advocates\, and community programming experts who embody the community this meetup group is meant to serve\, and NMM is grateful for their time and contributions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/pixel-pals-mb-inaugural-meetup-tickets-212722898917
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/pixel-pals-mb-inaugural-meetup/
CATEGORIES:Meet Up,Promoted Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20211125T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20211125T070000
DTSTAMP:20211115T174032Z
CREATED:20211115T170809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211115T174032Z
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SUMMARY:Network Speaker Series with Sheila Harris - Blockchain Gaming
DESCRIPTION:About This Event \n\n\n\nBlockchain gaming is an exciting new field that is rapidly expanding. Gaming communities are highly engaged and active\, and Blockchain gaming is no exception. Blockchain gaming scope is rapidly increasing and is effectively utilizing and implementing NFTs\, DAOs\, governance models\, and other revolutionary concepts and technologies. This progress is providing a solid foundation for the first true general use metaverses\, and it warrants further discussion and knowledge sharing while we inform ourselves about the opportunities\, and what to watch out for.  \n\n\n\nIn this presentation Sheila will share her newest research data and discuss the varied perspectives on the social and environmental impacts of Blockchain technologies.Topics include: \n\n\n\n● Blockchain Gaming Overview● Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) in Gaming● Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) in Gaming● Play to Earn Models (P2E)● Practical Governance in Gaming● The Metaverse \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker Biography \n\n\n\nSheila Harris is an experienced Management Consultant\, Business Architect\, Project Manager\, and Change Management Specialist with over 20 years of experience in the design and delivery of IT solutions to meet business requirements. She has successfully deployed IT solutions in Health Care\, Telecommunications\, Financial Services\, Public Insurance\, Municipal Utilities\, Digital Agriculture\, Vertical Farming\, and Medical Research industries with specialization in system selection\, initiation\, development\, deployment\, and business adoption. Sheila has also worked with a start-up company developing an AI bot specializing in recommending cryptocurrency margin trades.  \n\n\n\n\n\nShe started her career as a software developer and has worked in Information Technology as a Senior IT Consultant specializing in business transformation projects for over a decade. She has taught Business Systems Design in the Red River College Business Analyst program and has sat on the steering committee for the program. She is also an accomplished thought leader and inspirer\, speaker\, mentor\, and most recently editor to a first-time writer. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/network-speaker-series-with-sheila-harris-blockchain-gaming/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20210527T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20210527T200000
DTSTAMP:20210913T205022Z
CREATED:20210504T172753Z
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SUMMARY:The Making of Jenny LeClue with Joe Russ
DESCRIPTION:Joe Russ of Mografi will be joining the NMM community to discuss his game Jenny LeClue – Detectivu – a charming adventure game focused on exploration and story – followed by a Q&A. Check out the launch trailer – Nintendo Switch  \n  \nREGISTER TODAY! \n  \n \nAbout Joe Russ \nJoe is the creator of hit indie narrative game Jenny LeClue – Detectivu and Owner of Mografi. He’s an experienced Freelance Motion Designer with a demonstrated history of working in the entertainment industry. \nHe’s skilled in Web Design\, Storyboarding\, Adobe Photoshop\, Character Animation\, Cinema4d\, and After Effects. With a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) focused in Digital Media and Motion Graphics from Savannah College of Art and Design and professorial experience at Ringling College of Art and Design\, he’s at the ready to share his insights on creating his point and click adventure game. \n  \n 
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/the-making-of-jenny-leclue-with-joe-russ/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Livestream,Promoted Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20210527T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20210527T130000
DTSTAMP:20210510T190258Z
CREATED:20210506T220754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210510T190258Z
UID:10000133-1622116800-1622120400@newmediamanitoba.com
SUMMARY:Traction on Demand - Michelle Malpass
DESCRIPTION:New Media Manitoba and BCorp Manitoba Community are very excited to welcome Michelle Malpass\, VP of Community for Traction on Demand for our next Network Speaker Series event. \nTraction on Demand is one of North America’s largest Salesforce consulting and application development firms that continues to grow in Canada and is currently expanding locally into Winnipeg. \nMichelle will share Traction’s journey in becoming BCorp certified\, and how it has positively impacted their business. \n  \nWhen: May 27th 12pm – 1pm CST / 10am – 11 am PST\nCost: Free to attend but you must register\nWhere: Virtual (Zoom) You will receive the Zoom link 24 hours before the event  \n  \nMichelle’s presentation will be followed by Q&A session moderated by Andrew Boardman\, Principal of Manoverboard and Suzanne Braun\, Managing Director at Relish New Brand Experience. \nSpeaker Bio:\nMichelle Malpass is the VP of Community at Traction on Demand. She began her social impact journey 10 years ago with the creation of Traction for Good\, Traction’s community engagement program that has now woven itself into every corner of the business. She is the former Executive Director of the Take a Hike Foundation\, and has held various positions in the non-profit sector and in fundraising consulting. She earned her BA in Communications and played varsity softball at SFU\, and loves spending time in the outdoors adventuring with her three kids.
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/traction-on-demand-michelle-malpass/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Livestream,Promoted Event,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Media Manitoba":MAILTO:info@newmediamanitoba.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20210422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20210422T190000
DTSTAMP:20210415T182243Z
CREATED:20210405T173220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210415T182243Z
UID:10000131-1619114400-1619118000@newmediamanitoba.com
SUMMARY:My Journey to Virtual Production with Edward Dawson-Taylor
DESCRIPTION:New Media Manitoba is proud to welcome Edward Dawson Taylor of VisionRave and Edge Visual for a special presentation on Virtual Production. Edd has worked for some of the biggest entertainment names\, including ILM\, Disney and Digital Domain\, and contributed to blockbusters such as The Lion King and Jungle Book. Along the way\, he has helped pioneer innovations in virtual production techniques as he led environment teams. \nJoin us for this informative presentation as Edd charts his course from being a 13-year-old kid being blown away by Jurassic Park to to eventually travelling the world and working on the next chapter of the franchise with his idols. \nIf you want to get a sense of the kind of breath-taking imagery Edd helps bring to life\, check out his amazing show-reel: \n \n  \nWhen: April 22nd – 6pm -7pm\nWhere: Virtual\nCost: Free to attend \n  \nEdd’s presentation will be followed up by a moderated Q&A session hosted by Lesley Klassen of Flipside XR. \nMark this one down in your calendars because it’s going to be a good one! \n  \nRegister Now \n  \n\nPresenter Bio  \nEdward Dawson-Taylor  – Co-Founder & CVO of VisionRave and Owner of Edge Visual \nEdd has been a Lead Software Architect for large multinational clients and Senior CG artist in movies\, TV\, commercials and live events. He has also worked for ILM\, Disney and Digital Domain on films such as Jurassic World\, The Lion King and Jungle Book. Co-founder of successful world touring group “The Sancho Plan\,” Edd loves to use cutting-edge technology to create engaging and inspiring experiences\, as well as beautiful world-class imagery.
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/my-journey-to-virtual-production-with-edward-dawson-taylor/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Livestream,Promoted Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Media Manitoba":MAILTO:info@newmediamanitoba.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20210401T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20210401T130000
DTSTAMP:20210302T165748Z
CREATED:20210302T162357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T165748Z
UID:10000129-1617278400-1617282000@newmediamanitoba.com
SUMMARY:Network Speaker Series with Jen Goertzen - Growing Into Any Role You Want
DESCRIPTION:When you work in tech\, you can design or develop for almost any industry—and there’s no reason to choose only one. You can switch industries with every role and continue to grow as a professional. \nGrowing Into Any Role You Want \nIn this Network Speaker Series installment\, Jen Goertzen of Caribou and BRYTER will offer insights into anticipating and adapting to changes you experience when you jump into a new role in a new space. Jen will share her experiences moving from companies of over 400 people to startups with 40\, from designing for instant messaging to classical music. \nWhen: 12pm – 1pm\, April 1st\nWhere: Virtual\n \nRegister Now \n  \n\nPresenter Bio  \n Jen Goertzen  – Co-Founder of Caribou & Product Designer for BRYTER \nJen Goertzen is a UX designer and researcher from Winnipeg working in Berlin. She co-founded Caribou\, a UX consultancy\, in 2011. Over the course of her career\, she has consulted with and worked in-house on teams at startups and organizations across a range of industries\, including interactive retail experiences\, classical music streaming\, and most recently\, a no-code automation platform. In all experiences\, she finds space for questions\, discussion\, and design.
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/network-speaker-series-with-jen-goertzen-growing-into-the-role-you-want/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Livestream,Promoted Event,Training,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Media Manitoba":MAILTO:info@newmediamanitoba.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20210331T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20210331T203000
DTSTAMP:20210331T234119Z
CREATED:20210309T143139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210331T234119Z
UID:10000130-1617217200-1617222600@newmediamanitoba.com
SUMMARY:Insert Coin Screening and Director's Q&A
DESCRIPTION:Put your quarters up because New Media Manitoba presents a screening of the incredible video game documentary – Insert Coin! \n**Watch the film live now** \nDirector Josh Tsui‘s film Insert Coin chronicles the golden age of coin-up powerhouse Midway Games. Makers of massive hits such as Mortal Kombat\, N.A.R.C and NBA Jam. Midway Games have been described as the Ramones of the video game industry. Louder\, faster and more extreme than anything else out there\, their games were fixtures at every smoke-filled arcade in the ’90s. \n  \n  \nInsert Coin features interviews with the people that brought those games to life\, including Eugene Jarvis\, creator of 80s classic video games such as Defender and Robotron. Jarvis assembled a team at Midway that pioneered the concept of bringing live-action into video games\, which kickstarted a new era. The technology and wild concepts led to their smash hits\, and it wasn’t long before the Midway team conquered the world. What started as a tight-knit group of friends would begin to unravel as they dealt with success and the rise of home consumer technology. \nInsert Coin is the incredible story of the team who changed the video game industry. \nWhen: March 31st – Film Screening 7:00pm* / Director’s Q&A** 8:30pm\nFree to attend \n  \nNow to hit you with a spectacular finishing move – right after the screening\, we have director Josh Tsui joining us to talk about the film! He will have lots to say because\, in addition to directing the film\, he was also part of the development team at Midway back in the ’90s. In true Coin-Op arcade-style\, Josh will be squaring up in this session against hometown hero Jamie Swirsky(Co-director of Indie Game: The Movie)\, who will moderate the discussion. \n \nWow\, this is going to be an exciting and informative evening. We can’t wait to see you. Register soon as capacity is limited. \n  \n  \n*This film screening is available to Manitoba residents only\, and geo-blocking will be in effect – registration is limited.\n**The director’s Q&A is open to all. \n\nDirector’s Bio  \nJoshua Tsui   \nJoshua Tsui spent over two decades working in video game development as a director on key franchises such as Mortal Kombat\, Fight Night\, and Tony Hawk. \nHaving studied film in college\, he accidentally got into games development and put his filmmaking career on hold. Insert Coin brings him back to his roots with a subject he holds dear.
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/insert-coin-screening-and-directors-qa/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Livestream,Promoted Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20210224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20210224T190000
DTSTAMP:20210216T221305Z
CREATED:20210120T152803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210216T221305Z
UID:10000128-1614189600-1614193200@newmediamanitoba.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Production with HaZ Dulull
DESCRIPTION:New Media Manitoba and Film Training Manitoba are proud to present Director / Producer – HaZ Dulull.  In this presentation and Q&A session\, HaZ will talk about pivoting from his live action filmmaking career towards animated feature films and TV to stay relevant and proactive in Hollywood. \nHaZ will share how indie filmmakers can harness game engines to tell high-concept stories that were impossible to achieve previously without massive budgets and resources. \nLearn how a proof of concept pilot started his journey with real-time graphics and how that project lead to him getting tapped to direct the animated feature film –Mutant Year Zero (based on the acclaimed video game of the same name). This film was created entirely inside Unreal Engine as final pixel renders. This process helped prepared him to combine live-action with Real-time CG for the Virtual production shoot on the short film project ‘Percival’ utilizing the latest LED screen technology. \nThis presentation will be a deep dive into the creative\, technical and business decisions he made on those projects. This session is visually driven with tons of behind the scenes footage breaking down the scenes in Unreal Engine\, followed with a Q&A afterwards. \nRegister Now\n\nPresenter Bio \nHasraf ‘HaZ’ Dulull started his career in Video games and Visual Effects for Film and TV\, before transitioning to directing and producing with his breakout sci-fi indie feature film – THE BEYOND\, which was released by Gravitas Ventures\, and premiered at #2 on the iTunes charts before trending on Netflix.  His second feature film 2036: ORIGIN UNKNOWN\, which starred Katee Sackhoff (Battlestar Galactica\, Another Life) earned a limited theatrical release in the US before landing on Netflix. \nHe was later hired to direct the pilot for Disney’s action comedy mini series – FAST LAYNE\, and was also credited as creative consultant on the entire series and directed three additional episodes when he wowed Disney channel executives with his vision for the 8 part series. Other credits include directing the short bridge film – DESCENDANTS – UNDER THE SEA for Disney\, and directing a segment in the sci-fi horror anthology PORTALS. \nHaZ is currently in production on feature films utilizing the latest in realtime animation & rendering with Unreal Engine. \nHe is currently developing genre TV\, Feature and animation projects via his production company HaZ Film\, and is represented in Hollywood by The Gotham Group. \nWebsite: haZfilm.com\nInstagram: Hazdazzle\nTwitter: HaZ_Dulull\nFacebook:  HaZFilmStudio \n\nIn Partnership with:
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/virtual-production-with-haz-dulull/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Livestream,Promoted Event,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Media Manitoba":MAILTO:info@newmediamanitoba.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20210121T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20210121T190000
DTSTAMP:20210113T164134Z
CREATED:20201222T170157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210113T164134Z
UID:10000126-1611252000-1611255600@newmediamanitoba.com
SUMMARY:Network Speaker Series - Laura Mingail
DESCRIPTION:Will your interactive product\, service\, or experience be relevant and engaging by the time it’s ready for launch? How do you decide what kind of content to focus on next? What influences your decisions? \nHow to Predict The Future of Entertainment \nIn this Network Speaker Series installment\, Laura Mingail of Archetypes & Effects will offer perspectives on how to approach planning to create for future markets and highlight innovative new forms of storytelling in digital media along with ways to monetize them. \nWhen: 6pm – 7pm\, January 21st\nWhere: Virtual\n \nRegister Now \n  \n\nPresenter Bio  \n Laura Mingail  – Founder of Archetype & Effects \n \nLaura Mingail founded Archetypes & Effects to help to bring to life the stories and experiences that entertain and evolve audiences and industries. \nFor more than a decade\, Laura has developed and executed award-winning marketing campaigns\, co-branded promotions\, and new consumer products. She has consistently driven studio\, distributor\, broadcaster\, and location-based operator results — spanning film\, TV\, music\, immersive\, and interactive media industries. \nLaura frequently delivers talks focusing on the creation and monetization of emerging forms of storytelling and technologies. She has presented at leading events such as AI World Forum (Canada)\, Augmented World Expo (USA)\,  Guanajuato International Film Festival (Mexico)\, Series Mania (France)\, SXSW (USA)\, and the World VR Forum (Switzerland). She is also a contributing author for UploadVR and CMF Trends\, a media commentator\, an Advisory Board Member for SXSW’s Advertising & Brand Experience\, XR and Experiential Storytelling Tracks\, and a Board Member for the Toronto Ring of the International Brotherhood of Magicians. 
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/network-speaker-series-laura-mingail/
CATEGORIES:Livestream,Promoted Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20201219T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20201219T170000
DTSTAMP:20201207T214305Z
CREATED:20201204T225306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201207T214305Z
UID:10000125-1608364800-1608397200@newmediamanitoba.com
SUMMARY:Unreal Training Event
DESCRIPTION:Content is protected.
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/unreal-training-event/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20201217T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20201217T203000
DTSTAMP:20201216T211634Z
CREATED:20201203T195423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201216T211634Z
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SUMMARY:2020 Virtual Holiday Jam
DESCRIPTION:We need to see you at our Virtual Holiday Jam! \nNothing is going to stop us from getting together with the amazing local IDM community to show thanks for all that we have during such a difficult time for so many. \nEven though we can’t see each other in person\, here is what we have planned… \n\n\nWe’re going to meet\, mingle and have some laughs together through the Airmeet platform. REGISTER HERE.\nWhen we get started\, we’ll provide further details about how to use the platform\, but if you want to set up your profile now\, even better.\nWe’re going to sit at tables of eight and network in a brand new way\, so pour your holiday drinks\, grab your snacks\, and get ready to table hop.\nWe’ve got prizes – all from local businesses to show our support\nPLUS\, if you wear your favourite ugly holiday sweater or outfit for the event\, we have a special prize for the ‘best of the worst’! \nPRIZES FROM….\n\nCoal and Canary\nPrairie Sky General Store\nGJ Andrews\nThe Cheesemongers\nDe Nardi\nEllement Wine\nGrace and Company\nPNP Games\nGood Local\nToad Hall Toys\nSweet City Candy\nVidDay.com\n\n\n\n\nProudly Sponsored by\n\n \n\n  \n\nPlease share your holiday messages!\n\nThis year we’re encouraging each of you to spend a few minutes to create & share a holiday message for IDM community friends\, colleagues\, project teams or anyone who may have made a positive impact in your life during this rollercoaster of a year. Send a ‘SHOUT OUT’ to recognize your team\, someone amazing\, or even a message for the NMM team – it’s up to you. \nGo to https://share.vidday.com/o-7u9yb0 to submit\n\n 
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/2020-virtual-holiday-jam/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Livestream,Promoted Event
ORGANIZER;CN="New Media Manitoba":MAILTO:info@newmediamanitoba.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20201201T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20201201T120000
DTSTAMP:20201120T201216Z
CREATED:20201102T203455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201120T201216Z
UID:10000123-1606815000-1606824000@newmediamanitoba.com
SUMMARY:Introduction to Website Accessibility
DESCRIPTION:Nearly one in six Manitobans is disabled by barriers where they work\, live\, and play. It is easy to take simple things like accessing a web site for granted\, but barriers to accessibility are real and constant challenges for persons with disabilities. Accessible websites are very important and will likely be required under the Accessibility for Manitobans Act (AMA). \nTwo sessions are scheduled as follows: \nSession 1: November 30th\, 9:30am-12:00pm CST \nSession 2: December 1st\, 9:30am-12:00pm CST \nThe focus of these two half-day workshops will be to introduce attendees to website accessibility best practices\, so that they can start to make their websites more accessible for people with different disabilities. \nWhat You Will Learn: \n\nWhat kinds of software\, hardware\, and apps people may use to access your website.\nThe basics of the WCAG 2.1 (2.2 Draft) standard\, and how we need to go further than this standard.\nMajor accessibility concepts that can be applied to websites.\nPractical tips\, and some tools\, to help start making your websites more accessible.\nHands-on exercises to practice some of the tips\, so you can apply your knowledge right away to your websites.\n\n  \n\nPresenter Bio: Through her company\, Access Changes Everything Inc.\, Lisa Snider provides digital accessibility consulting\, remediation\, audits\, user testing by people with different disabilities\, manual and automated testing\, procurement consulting\, presentations on general and specific digital accessibility topics Introduction to Digital Accessibility\, Technologies Used For Digital Access\, etc.)\, as well as in person\, and virtual\, training and workshops on software and formats (PDF\, Word\, InDesign\, PowerPoint\, website accessibility\, etc.). \nLisa Snider has over 20 years’ experience working with digital accessibility in different settings and contexts\, as a web developer\, librarian\, archivist and as accessibility consultant. She has provided services for North American institutions and businesses\, including the Canadian Museum for Human Rights\, the Government of Manitoba\, and the University of Manitoba. \nLisa’s passion in life is making websites\, documents\, audio\, video\, social media content\, electronic signage\, e-books\, apps\, etc. more accessible for people with disabilities. As well\, Lisa shares her knowledge through education\, auditing\, and lived experiences of testers with disabilities to make digital materials more accessible for people with different disabilities. \nLisa was Chair of the Government of Manitoba’s Accessibility for Manitobans Act Information and Communications Standard Development Committee\, was a Stakeholder in the W3C Accessibility Guidelines Working Group Silver Task Force (WCAG 2.1) and is a member of the ATHEN Microsoft Office and Mac Outlook Accessibility Groups\, and the Microsoft Inclusive Workplace Customer Advisory Council\, collaborating with Microsoft to improve the accessibility of their products. \n  \n\nIn Partnership With: \n \n 
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/introduction-to-website-accessibility/2020-12-01/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Promoted Event,Training,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Media Manitoba":MAILTO:info@newmediamanitoba.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20201127T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20201127T140000
DTSTAMP:20201104T203747Z
CREATED:20201009T184830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201104T203747Z
UID:10000120-1606478400-1606485600@newmediamanitoba.com
SUMMARY:UX: User Research with Sara Fortier
DESCRIPTION:In this four-part training series\, design strategist Sara Fortier will give participants an introduction to user research\, data analysis\, and the best tools and techniques to turn research findings into actionable and innovative insights for business. Each two-hour session will consist of a mini-lecture and interactive workshop\, where participants will dive into a specific element of human-centered design and research. \nThe four sessions are scheduled as follows: \nSession 1: User Research\nNovember 19th\, 12:00-2:00pm CST \nSession 2: Developing User Personas\nNovember 20th\, 12:00-2:00pm CST \nSession 3: Journey Mapping\nNovember 26th\, 12:00-2:00pm CST \nSession 4: Turning Insights into Opportunities\nNovember 27th\, 12:00pm-2:00pm CST \n  \nA webinar link will be sent one day before the event. \n  \nSession 1 will introduce participants to User Research\, including research objectives\, planning\, and recruitment\, and the best ethnographic research methods to use and when to use them\, including in-depth interviews\, contextual observations\, diary studies\, and surveys. \nSession 2 will teach participants how to develop a set of User Personas based on the data collected through user research. This session will explore what personas are and why they are useful\, and how to build\, visualize\, and effectively apply user personas in the workplace.  \nSession 3 will teach participants how to develop Journey Maps based on the data collected through user research. This session will explore what journey maps are and how to use them to identify gaps in customer/user experience. Participants will learn the critical components of a successful journey map\, and how to build one.  \nSession 4 will build on the previous three sessions by demonstrating to participants how user research and powerful design tools (like User Personas and Journey Maps) can be utilized to pinpoint insights and areas for opportunity/innovation\, which can then be transformed into actionable recommendations and roadmaps.  \n  \nLearning outcomes for this training series will include: \n\nAn understanding of the best user research methods for UX related projects.\nAn understanding of how to create and utilize User Personas to build empathy for users and ensure a better overall user/customer experience.\nAn understanding of how to create and utilize Journey Maps to identify gaps and areas for opportunity and improve customer/user experience.\nThe ability to identify pain points and areas for opportunity in your service/product delivery and/or user experience.\nThe ability to create actionable recommendations and roadmaps for the future based on research insights\n\n  \n\nPresenter Bio: Sara Fortier is a design strategist and the CEO and founder of Outwitly Inc. – a service design consultancy that aims to transform organizations and customer experiences through leading edge design and research methods. She is an expert in ethnographic research methods\, workshop facilitation\, design-thinking\, and human-centered approaches to innovation. Prior to founding Outwitly\, Sara gained invaluable experience working in Silicon Valley for Fortune 500 clients such as Apple\, AT&T\, and Microsoft. She is also the former User Experience Director for one of the top ten media companies in the United States where she led the consumer products design and research teams.\n\n  \nTransitioning from her experience in the high-tech world\, she now helps organizations in both the public and private sectors to improve their user and customer experiences by applying the same human-centered and innovative practices used in product and service development. Her areas of expertise include designing for digital services in high-tech\, government\, healthcare\, and education.\n\n  \nSara received a Master of Interdisciplinary Design and a Bachelor of Industrial Design from Carleton University. She continues to work closely with the University as a sessional lecturer on UX design and advisor to the School of Industrial Design on all matters of design strategy\, service design\, and user research.
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/ux-user-research-with-sara-fortier/2020-11-27/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Livestream,Promoted Event,Training,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Media Manitoba":MAILTO:info@newmediamanitoba.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20201028T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20201028T190000
DTSTAMP:20201022T140530Z
CREATED:20201009T185902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201022T140530Z
UID:10000121-1603908000-1603911600@newmediamanitoba.com
SUMMARY:Network Speaker Series - Katerina Cizek
DESCRIPTION:You won’t want to miss the next installment of our popular Network Speaker Series. Katerina Cizek\, the artistic director and co-founder of the Co-Creation Studio at MIT Open Documentary Lab is going to be sharing insights about her latest project.  \nKaterina co-authored Collective Wisdom\, a field study based on 166 interviews. This project includes alternatives to a singular authorial vision\, occurs within communities\, across disciplines and sometimes involves algorithms.  \nIn this session\, she’ll explore how co-creative methodologies help make a more equitable and just world.  \nWhen: 6pm – 7pm\, October.28th\nWhere: Virtual\nThe webinar is free to attend but you must register. \nTo give you a sense of the incredible work Katerina has been a part of check-out HIGHRISE and Filmmaker-in-Residence.\n \nBoth community-based and globally recognized\, these two ground-breaking long-form digital projects garnered a Peabody award\, a World Press Photo Prize\, 3 Canadian Screen Awards\, amongst others\, as well as international critical acclaim. \n  \nRegister Today \n 
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/network-speaker-series-katerina-cizek/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Livestream,Promoted Event,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Media Manitoba":MAILTO:info@newmediamanitoba.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20200925T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20200925T140000
DTSTAMP:20200908T160856Z
CREATED:20200908T154216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200908T160856Z
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SUMMARY:Discover the Business Value of Design Thinking
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this free one hour webinar with Jay Melone (NYC) and learn how the most innovative organizations use Design Thinking to discover customer-centred opportunities that create measurable business impact. You’ll also become aware of Design Sprints – a rapid\, highly structured Design Thinking framework\, developed by Google. \nDesign thinking can help evolve a team’s process towards an iterative\, human-centred approach\, perfect for building products and services that customers want. With this is powerful framework teams will be better equipped to: \n\nRapidly innovate\nIterative improvements for existing products and services\nCreate alignment\, and foster agreement\nMove ideas from Concept-to-Code\nAnswer “why does no one want this?” and “what do they actually want?”\n\nRegister Now\nAgenda:\n\nPresentation: 30 min\nQ&A: 20 min\nAdditional resources: 10 min\n\n  \n\nPresenter Bio: Jay Melone is the Founder and Principal Facilitator of New Haircut\, an innovation strategy firm and a global leader in problem framing and design sprints. Jay’s unique take on innovation stems from his cross-functional background in software engineering\, product management\, and design thinking facilitation.\nJay supports teams inside Google\, Verizon\, The Hartford\, Prudential\, Home Depot\, Proctor & Gamble\, and Rosetta Stone. He’s also produced numerous design thinking community favourites\, such as the Design Sprint and Problem Framing Toolkits\, the Facilitation Mini-Course\, the Innovation Leadership Accelerator\, and the world’s favourite design sprint app\, Duco. \nhttps://www.newhaircut.com/\nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jaymelone/
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/discover-the-business-value-of-design-thinking/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Livestream,Training,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Network Speaker Series - Meagan Byrne
DESCRIPTION:Are you working with Indigenous content? Our next session in the Network Speaker Series will focus on why digital projects that touch on Indigenous content should develop proper structure and Protocols. \nWhen we work with Indigenous content in the digital medium we often don’t consider the unique problems it presents. Meagan Byrne\, an Âpihtawikosisân (Métis) Narrative Mechanics Designer and founder of Achimostawinan Games will share her knowledge about working with Indigenous content in the digital industry and why it’s important to develop Protocols.  \nRegister Now \n  \nCheck out the trailer for their new game in development Hill Agency: PURITY/decay for delivery in FALL 2021 to desktops and Nintendo Switch. Bladerunner meets Oxenfree in this heart pounding at atmospheric indigenous cyber-noir detective game. \n  \n\nPresenter Bio  \n Meagan Byrne – Founder of Achimostawinan Games \nMeagan Byrne is a Métis game designer and the co-founder of Achimostawinan Games\, a video game company dedicated to developing Indigenous games for an Indigenous audience. She is also Digital and Interactive Co-ordinator with imagineNATIVE\, the world’s largest Indigenous film and media arts festival. \n“I want to tell Indigenous stories from a modern perspective\, and have them look towards the future rather than just the past\,” Byrne has said\, adding that she hopes to empower other Indigenous game designers to share their stories and give them the same opportunities she was given. \nMeagan received an Academic Award for Excellence from Sheridan College and received the Kid’s Choice 2nd place for the game Tiny Planets. Her work has been in exhibitions since 2015. \n 
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/network-speaker-series-meagan-byrne/
LOCATION:New Media Manitoba\, 100-62 Albert St.\, Winnipeg\, MB\, R3M 3N6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Livestream,Promoted Event,Webinar
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