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ABOUT USABOUT OIAFThe Ottawa International Animation Festival (OIAF) is the largest event of its kind in North America, a major film festival with the world’s leading animation events, providing screenings, exhibits, workshops and entertainment for over 40 years. The annual five-day event brings art and industry together in a vibrant hub that attracts artists, production executives, students and animation fans from across Canada and around the world. For more information please visit www.animationfestival.ca

OIAF ORGANIZATIONManaging Director: Kelly Neall Artistic Director: Chris Robinson Director, Industry Programming & Development: Azarin Sohrabkhani Director, Film Operations: Keltie Duncan

CONTACT US

Ottawa International Animation Festival 2 Daly Avenue, Suite 120 Ottawa, ON K1N 6E2 tel: 613.232.8769 fax: 613.232.6315 www.animationfestival.ca

ABOUT TACThe Animation Conference is North America’s only event that lets you pitch, network and keep up with industry trends, while giving you access to the most creative, original and innovative animation out there. This animation business forum is designed for professionals in content creation, development, production, distribution and marketing. Since 2004, TAC has brought together key players in North America and international markets, providing a forum for active networking, practical information exchange, and trade in a comfortable and intimate environment.

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DIRECTOR OF INDUSTRY PROGRAMMING & DEVELOPMENT Azarin Sohrabkhani

INDUSTRY PROGRAMMING COORDINATOR Alex Maltby

INDUSTRY PROGRAMMING COORDINATOR Jennifer Noseworthy

TAC VENUE INFORMATIONFairmont Château Laurier 1 Rideau St Ottawa, ON, K1N 8S7, Canada Tel: 613.241.1414 Toll-free: 1.866.540.4410

Guide layout by Victoria Sheen

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

ABOUT US 12

SCHEDULE: WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 26 16

SCHEDULE: THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 27 17

SCHEDULE: FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 28 18

PROGRAMMING 21

PITCH THIS! 26

FAST TRACK 27

ART+BIZ DAY 28

NETWORKING EVENTS & SPACES 29

TAC SCREENINGS 31

DELEGATE PROFILES 34

INDEX 106

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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

9:00am-10:00am Creativity in the Moment: Yoga and Mindfulness National Art Centre – Rossy Pavilion (1 Elgin St.)

9:00am-5:00pm Animation South Africa TAC Delegate Lounge Château Laurier – Canadian Room

9:15am-9:45am OIAF Short Films Sampler I Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

10:00am-10:10am Opening Remarks & TAC/OIAF Primer Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

10:15am-10:35am Meet the Networks - Corus Entertainment Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

10:45am-11:05am Meet the Networks - CBC Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

11:15am-11:30am Legal Blasts - The Coproduction Agreement Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

11:30am-12:30pm What’s up Europe? Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

12:30pm-2:00pm Animation South Africa Networking Luncheon Château Laurier - Canadian Room

12:45pm-1:15pm OIAF Short Films Sampler I Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

1:45pm-2:45pm Fast Track Château Laurier - L’Orangerie Room

2:00pm-3:15pm Demystifying 3D for the Small Screen Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

3:00pm-4:00pm Fast Track Château Laurier - L’Orangerie Room

3:15pm-3:45pm Afternoon BreakChâteau Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

3:45pm-4:00pm Legal Blasts - Top 10 Legal ‘TAC’tics Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

4:00pm-5:00pm Fred Seibert Tells All: Confessions of a Serial Media Innovator Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

5:30pm-7:30pm Toon Boom Boat Cruise Rideau Locks

9:15pm-10:20pm OIAF Opening Ceremony / Short Film Competition 1 (GALA) ByTowne Cinema (325 Rideau St.)

11:00pm-2:00am Animation South Africa Opening Night Party Pub 101 (101 York St.)

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

8:45am-9:15am OIAF Short Films Sampler II Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

9:00am-10:00am Creativity in the Moment: Yoga and Mindfulness NAC - Rossy Pavilion (1 Elgin St.)

9:00am-5:00pm Animation South Africa TAC Delegate LoungeChâteau Laurier – Canadian Room

9:00am-10:00am Fast Track Château Laurier - L’Orangerie Room

9:30am-10:30am Digital Kids: If you build it, will they come? Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

10:15am-11:15am Fast Track Château Laurier - L’Orangerie Room

10:45am-11:45am Behind the Scenes with Craig of the CreekChâteau Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

11:00am-9:00pm Viewing on DemandArts Court- SAW Video Workshop Room (2 Daly Ave.)

11:45am-1:15pm Networking LuncheonChâteau Laurier - Animation South Africa TAC Delegate Lounge (Canadian Room)

12:00pm-12:30pm OIAF Short Films Sampler II Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

1:00pm-3:00pm Personal Pitch Perfection Workshop Château Laurier - L’Orangerie Room

1:15pm-2:15pm To Be or Not to Be Original (Content): Anime Edition Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

2:15pm - 2:45pm Afternoon BreakChâteau Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room Foyer

2:45pm-4:00pm Pitch THIS ! Finale Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

4:15pm-5:00pm Brent Butt Keynote Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

5:00pm-6:30pm Polish Animation Producers Association Happy Hour Château Laurier - Drawing Room Foyer

9:15pm-10:45pm Short Film Competition 3 (GALA)ByTowne Cinema (325 Rideau St.)

11:00pm-2:00am Salon des RefusésArts Court Studio (2 Daly Ave.)

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

9:00am-10:30am Creativity in the Moment: Yoga and Mindfulness NAC - Rossy Pavilion (1 Elgin St.)

9:30am-10:30am Nickelodeon’s Art+Biz Day: Networking Breakfast Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

10:30am-11:30am Nickelodeon’s Art+Biz Day: Welcome to the Loud House Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

11:00am-9:00pm Viewing on Demand Arts Court - SAW Video Workshop Room

12:30pm-4:00pm Animator’s Picnic Strathcona Park

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PROGRAMMING

OPENING REMARKS & TAC/OIAF PRIMER Wednesday, Sept. 26, 10:00 am - 10:10 am Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

Industry Programming and Development Director, Azarin Sohrabkhani, greets the TAC audience and shares some tips on making the most of the Conference and the OIAF.

MEET THE NETWORKS Wednesday, Sept. 26, 10:15 am - 11:05 am Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

Grab a cup of java and Meet the Networks. Networks give you insight into their priorities, what they’re seeking and what’s up, plus a Q&A.

10:15 am Corus Entertainment Brandon Lane, Production Executive

10:45 am CBC Drew Mullin, Executive in Charge of Production, Children’s Content

LEGAL BLASTS - THE COPRODUCTION AGREEMENT Wednesday, Sept. 26, 11:15 am - 11:30 am Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

Introducing two related panels on Wednesday, Edwards Law shares key information for producers.

The Co-Production Agreement is the primary means of defining the relationship between production partners. Topics include rights/copyright/ownership; control; budget, financing and delineation of work; distribution; exploitation of ancillary rights; credits; default and termination; dispute resolution, and rights to future productions, both under and outside the treaties – all in 15 minutes or le

SPEAKERS: Byron Pascoe, Lawyer, Edwards PC, Creative Law Mark Edwards, Lawyer, Edwards PC, Creative Law

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WHAT’S UP EUROPE? Wednesday, Sept. 26, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

Speakers from Telefilm and the French, Polish and Spanish markets share the latest news and co-production information on their respective markets, focusing on current strategies, trends and opportunities for Canadian producers.

SPEAKERS: Lahcen Bahij, Producer, Studio Redfrog Luce Grosjean, Miyu Distribution Robert Jaszczurowski, Producer & Co-Owner, GS Animation / Grupa Smacznego Nathalie Martinez, Producer, Wise Blue Studios Marielle Poupelin, Director of International Promotion, Telefilm Canada

MODERATED BY: Mary Bredin, Creative Development, Team TO / Green Tiger Club

DEMYSTIFYING 3D FOR THE SMALL SCREENWednesday, Sept. 26, 2:00 pm - 3:15 pm Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

While 3D animated feature films have proven themselves as highly successful, the small screen is still dominated by 2D animation in North America. This panel of experts aims to debunk the myths around this imbalance, sharing key information on everything from budgets to aesthetics.

SPEAKERS: Mary Bredin, Creative Development, Team TO / Green Tiger Club Tori Coulthart, Head of Production, Jam Filled Entertainment Matthew Fernandes, Creative Director, Industrial Brothers Rachel Marcus, Development Executive, Guru Studio

LEGAL BLAST - TOP TEN ‘TAC’TICSWednesday, Sept. 26, 3:45 pm - 4:00 pm Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

Top Ten Legal “TACtics” for new and emerging animation companies. Topics include business structures, protecting yourself when working with others, copyright 101, protecting your IP rights, service agreements, hiring employees and freelancers, and investment by others (of time and money).

SPEAKERS: Byron Pascoe, Lawyer, Edwards PC, Creative Law Mark Edwards, Lawyer, Edwards PC, Creative Law

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FRED SEIBERT TELLS ALL: CONFESSIONS OF A SERIAL MEDIA INNOVATORWednesday, Sept. 26, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

The animation scene and digital distribution world have evolved so much since the last time toon titan and serial media innovator Fred Seibert visited TAC over a decade ago. We will catch up with this multi-Emmy winning producer and industry veteran and find out about the latest trends and technologies that are having an impact on the industry, get some helpful tips on producing successful animated shows, and learn how he has managed to build so many popular incubators and launch pads for creative talent all over the world.

SPEAKER: Fred Seibert, Founder, Frederator Networks & CCO, WOW! Unlimited, Frederator Studios

MODERATED BY: Ramin Zahed, Editor-in-Chief, Animation Magazine

DIGITAL KIDS: IF YOU BUILD IT, WILL THEY COME?Thursday, Sept. 27, 9:30 am - 10:30 am Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

Whether branded or original, digital content is an open space for children to learn, play and seek out entertainment. With so many choices, how do you create compelling content that captures and engages audiences, and how do you keep them coming back for more?

Panelists will share their stories on maneuvering through this vast digital landscape, discuss choosing the right channels and platforms, broadcast and brand affiliations, the challenges and advantages of working within the youth and animation space, building, engaging and sustaining audiences and different financing models, including funding.

SPEAKERS: Candice Chambers, Director, Acquisitions and Digital Distribution, 9 Story Media Group Hector Herrera, Creative Director, TOGETHER: Words+Pictures for Art & Culture Brett Jubinville, Head of Production, Skyship Entertainment Company Michelle McIver, Digital Media Producer, Freelance Adam Rumanek, Founder / CEO, Aux Mode

MODERATED BY: Morghan Fortier, Co-Owner & CEO, Skyship Entertainment / Tinman Creative Studios

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BEHIND THE SCENES WITH CRAIG OF THE CREEKThursday, Sept. 27, 10:45 am - 11:45 am Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

Co-created by three-time Emmy-nominated Steven Universe writers Matt Burnett and Ben Levin, Craig of the Creek follows the creative and imaginative escapades by a trio of best friends, Craig, J.P. and Kelsey. The series premiere spurred a groundswell of excitement from critics and fans across social media by tapping into an emotional sense of nostalgia for audiences. Join the creators as they discuss what inspires them, how they connect with viewers through the show’s relatable characters and storylines, and the importance of inclusive storytelling.

SPEAKERS: Matt Burnett, Co-Creator, Craig of the Creek, Cartoon Network Studios Ben Levin, Co-Creator, Craig of the Creek, Cartoon Network Tiffany Ford, Craig of the Creek, Cartoon Network

MODERATED BY: Asalle Tanha, Manager of Development, Cartoon Network Studios

PERSONAL PITCH PERFECTION Thursday Sept. 27, 1:00pm-3:00pm Chateau Laurier, L’Orangerie Room

You’ve got your pilot story down, but can you pitch yourself as the writer behind the idea? How do you strike up a natural conversation with a creative exec, showrunner or agent at a party, networking event or in a meeting? During this interactive workshop, you’ll craft your personal pitch, learn the formula for a great first impression and hone skills for building relationships in any situation that calls for you to showcase your winning personality. By the end, you’ll be able to pitch yourself and have a strategy to work the room like a pro.

Presented by: Karen Kirkland, Creative Strategist and Founder, The Breakk

TO BE OR NOT TO BE ORIGINAL (CONTENT): ANIME EDITION Thursday, Sept. 27, 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

Anime is a growing phenomenon, beloved by passionate fans around the globe. Crunchyroll is the world’s largest destination for anime and manga and brings together more than 40M fans through online and offline content experiences. In addition to licensed content from Japan, our approach also includes engagement via hosted shows, documentaries, co-productions, and now Originals. Hear more about Crunchyroll’s approach on being everything to someone and how some of our newest projects will bring forward additional opportunities for the creative industry at large.

SPEAKERS: Jennifer Corbett, Head of Audience Development & Brand, Crunchyroll Marge Dean, Head of Studio, Ellation Studios

MODERATED BY: Joellen Ferrer, VP of Communications, Ellation (Crunchyroll + VRV)

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BRENT BUTT KEYNOTE Thursday, Sept. 27, 4:15 pm - 5:00 pm Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

Corner Gas Animated’s, creator, EP, and showrunner, Brent Butt will be wrapping up the 15th anniversary edition of TAC!

Brent Butt was raised in a tiny, rural farming community. From a young age, Brent was determined to pursue a career in stand-up comedy and he has been on the road performing live shows since his early 20’s.

After many years touring, Brent started thinking about a TV series idea, CORNER GAS, set in the fictional town of Dog River with an odd bunch of archetypal characters. The series went on to become Canada’s #1 comedy for six seasons.

CORNER GAS ANIMATED, an all-new animated version of the iconic comedy franchise re-imagined by Brent and launched in 2018, became the highest rated show in the history of The Comedy Network.

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PITCH THIS!FINALE: Thursday Sept. 27 2:45 pm - 4:00 pm Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

Pitch THIS! is TAC’s signature opportunity to show off new projects to the TAC audience!

The winner will be awarded a grand prize including:•Cash Prize of $5000•Toon Boom Animation Software licenses for Harmony and Storybook Pro, plus training!

•Entertainment Legal Services from Edwards PC, Creative Law

10 Semi-Finalists Atticus Lee: Evil Genius in Training (Canada)Dragon Knights  (Canada)Evil Island  (Canada) Frontier Betsy (USA)Galaxy Camp (France)Knight & Ray (Israel) Pirateers  (USA)Rampam Dam (Canada)Ting Ting (South Africa)Weirdsville (Canada)

Mentors Brandon Lane, Production Executive at Corus Entertainment

Lisa Cinelli, Producer Development and Co-Productions Children’s and Youth Programming at the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC)

Brett Jubinville, Head of Production and Creative Director, Tinman Creative Studios and Skyship Entertainment CompanyDave Padbury, Development Manager at Guru Studio Sylvie Rochon, Screenwriter at Poptronik Productions

Semi-Final Jury Athena Georgaklis, Head of Development, NelvanaLiliana Reyes, Senior Vice President of Content, Portfolio EntertainmentGeorge Stamatakos, Director of Marketing.Toon Boom Pre-Selection Jury: Jennilee Murray Alex Maltby Azarin Sohrabkhani Craig Young

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FAST TRACKSession 1: Wednesday Sept. 26, 1:45pm - 2:45pmSession 2: Wednesday Sept. 26, 3:00pm – 4:00pmSession 3: Thursday Sept. 27, 9:00am – 10:00amSession 4: Thursday Sept. 27, 10:15am - 11:15amChateau Laurier - L’Orangerie Room

Fast Track gives you the opportunity to meet privately with all your targets in one shot. The line-up consists of producers, broadcasters, and distributors from around the globe! Pre-registration is required.

Mounia Aram, Managing Director / CoFounder, Happy Family Entertainment

Mary Bredin, Creative Development, Team TO / Green Tiger Club

Sam Chou, Creative Director of Development, Kickstart Entertainment

Lisa Cinelli, Producer, Development and Co-Productions, Children and Youth Programming, CBC

Pete Denomme, CEO & Executive Producer, Switch Entertainment

Aron Dunn, President, Treason Media

Mike Geiger, Creative Director, Industrial Brothers

Athena Georgaklis, Head of Development, Nelvana

Luce Grosjean, CEO, Miju Distribution

Tanya Kelen, CEO, kelencontent

Tatiana Kober, President, Bejuba! Entertainment

Brandon Lane, Production Executive, Teletoon

Annie Liu, Development Manager, Disney Television Animation

Roddy McManus, Executive Producer, KidsCave Entertainment

Cory Morrison, Executive Vice President of Development, Big Jump Entertainment

Brenda Nietupski, President / Executive Producer, Little Tugboat Inc.

Linda O’Shaughnessy, Manager of Acquisitions, Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN)

Dave Padbury, Development Coordinator, Guru Studio

Todd Ramsay, COO / Partner, Yeti Farm Creative

Liliana Reyes, Senior Vice President of Content, Portfolio Entertainment

Sylvie Rochon, Screenwriter and Creative Producer, Poptronik Productions

Coral Schoug, Producer, Kids & Family, Sonar Entertainment

Fred Seibert, Founder, Frederator Networks / CCO, Wow! Unlimited, Frederator Studios

Hila Sharif, Development Manager, DHX Studios

Eric Steinhart, Coordinator, Creative Affairs, Entertainment One Family and Brands

Karen Swerdfeger, Director of Development, Big Jump Productions

Valerie Tannier, Senior Manager, Original Content and Programming/Youth Programming,

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François Trudel, Vice President of International Affairs, Groupe PVP

Jessica Watson, Director, Global Sales and Acquisition, Boat Rocker Media

Travis Williams, Director of Development, Mercury Filmworks

David Wollos, Consultant, TheThinkTank Emporium

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ART+BIZ DAYNETWORKING BREAKFASTFriday Sept. 28, 9:30am - 10:30am Chateau Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

Looking for new artists, new visions and a chance to meet with some of the filmmakers being showcased as part of the OIAF18 programming? Hosted by Nickelodeon, Art+Biz Day features a networking breakfast, a special presentation and a signing.

The breakfast offers a chance to sit down with other Delegates, network, and meet Festival Filmmakers.

This event is open to all TAC delegates and directors from OIAF18 competition and showcase selections and pre-registered students. Directors must check in at TAC reception.

WELCOME TO THE LOUD HOUSEFriday Sept. 28, 10:30am - 11:30am Chateau Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

Go behind the scenes for an insider’s look at Nickelodeon’s top performing animated series, The Loud House.  Join Amanda Rynda (Art Director), Karla Sakas Shropshire (Story Editor), Jordan Koch (Storyboard Artist) and Dana Cluverius (Executive in Charge) to discuss how the show comes to life through their creativity and talent.  With a fourth season underway, the show continues to deliver relatable stories with laugh out loud comedy about a big, loving family with 11 kids. Be there and Live Life Loud!

This event is open to all TAC delegates and directors from OIAF18 competition and showcase selections and pre-registered students. Directors must check in at TAC reception.

Speakers: Jordan Koch, Storyboard Artist, The Loud House, NickelodeonKarla Sakas Shropshire, Story Editor, The Loud House, NickelodeonKaren Malach, Nickelodeon

Moderated By: Dana Cluverius, Vice President, Current Series Animation , Nickelodeon

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CREATIVITY IN THE MOMENT: YOGA AND MINDFULNESS Wednesday, Sept. 26, 9:00 am - 10:00 am Thursday, Sept. 27, 9:00 am - 10:00 am Friday, Sept. 28, 9:00 am - 10:30 am NAC - Rossy Pavilion (1 Elgin St) Creativity in the moment | Yoga Class - Wednesday and Thursday A 60-minute all-level yoga class that explores creativity through yoga, meditation and mindfulness. This class is an entry level yoga sequence designed for the desk bound creative professional. Free up connections within the body so the mind is free to explore the creative possibility that exists in the space between our thoughts. Led by Registered Yoga Teacher and Television Series Creator / Producer, Tim Tyler. Creativity in the moment | Yoga and Mindfulness Masterclass - Friday A 90-minute yoga class and workshop designed to inspire your creative life through yoga, meditation and mindfulness. This workshop blends yoga for the desk bound creative professional with mindfulness practices and philosophy to nourish and inspire the body, mind and soul on the creative journey that can last a lifetime. Led by the Tim Tyler and Carla Duval-Tyler, the founders of Cheshire Smile Animation Inc., and Registered Yoga Teachers from Saskatoon Saskatchewan.

Lolë Rideau Centre is donating a limited number of yoga mats for out-of-town participants.

DELEGATE LOUNGE Wednesday Sept. 26, 9:00am-5:00pm Thursday Sept. 27, 9:00am-5:00pm Chateau Laurier - Animation South Africa TAC Delegate Lounge (Canadian Room)

The TAC Delegate Lounge is a space where delegates can hold impromptu meetings, informal introductions, or take a break with new friends.  It is also an ideal hub for pre-arranged meetings amongst delegates. 

The Lounge is the site of the luncheons and hosts the South African Delegation booths. Drop in and see what the delegates have to show you!

Dorette Nel, Abyss South Africa

Thomas Blatcher, Blatch

Nompi Vilakazi, Buthano Pictures

Sithembiso Mplehle, Dipopaai

Hendrik Coetzee, Hooligan Picture Creations

Jenna Gien, Jenna Gien Development

Clare Louis, Katanimate Studios

Andrew McNally, Lucan

Wilhelm Andreas van Bergen, Lucan

Roberto Pita, Lung Animation

Mike Scott, Mike Scott Animation

Nick Cloete, Mind’s Eye Creative

Claudia Nobel-Areff, Noble Pictures

Savyra Quinn, Savyra.com

Dumisani Gumbi, The Ergo Company

Natasje Van Niekerk, The Storyteller Pod

Tracy Stucki, Tracy Stucki

Nic Buchanan, Umlando Wezithombi

Pete O’Donoghue, Upstanding TV

Marc Dey, Zoetrope Narratives

With additional representatives from DTI (The

Department of Trade and Industry)

Shereen Mathabe

Simon Rabekane

NETWORKING EVENTS & SPACES

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NETWORKING LUNCHEONS Wednesday Sept. 26, 12:30pm - 2:00pm Thursday Sept. 27, 11:45am - 1:15pm Chateau Laurier - Animation South Africa TAC Delegate Lounge (Canadian Room)

Delegates can take this time to sit down and meet with their counterparts, share ideas, and build relations over a lovely catered lunch. This casual break in the day has surprising benefits, making it easy to meet new people and connect with peers.  We aim to have one or two key attendees at each table to create more opportunities for delegates to meet with their targets.

Wednesday’s lunch is sponsored by Animation South Africa

TOON BOOM BOAT CRUISE Wednesday Sept. 26, 5:30pm - 7:30pm Rideau Locks

Following a full day of panels, pitches and business meetings, this networking event is ideal for delegates to relax, get to know each other, and speak more intimately about potential collaborations. The 2-hour sightseeing cruise tours Parliament Hill, The Museum of History, Rideau Falls and other popular sites in the beautiful Capital while guests enjoy cocktails and light snacks.

POLISH ANIMATION PRODUCERS ASSOCIATION HAPPY HOUR Thursday Sept. 27, 5:00pm - 6:30pm Chateau Laurier - Drawing Room Foyer

This cocktail party is an ideal place to reconnect with those you have met throughout the conference, make any last minute contacts and set up future meetings. Relax and enjoy this gathering amongst friends and colleagues.  

COFFEE STATIONS AND AFTERNOON BREAKS Wednesday, Sept 26, 3:15pm - 3:45pm Thursday, Sept 27, 2:15pm - 2:45pm Chateau Laurier - Drawing Room Foyer

The most important components of any conference are the coffee and tea stations. You can grab a cup of tea or coffee in the Delegate Lounge or in the Drawing Room Foyer.

Take a break and meet up with other TAC delegates around the water cooler. Refreshing beverages, and sometimes a light snack, will be served. This is your opportunity to network and boost your energy before the final presentations of the day.

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OIAF SHORT FILM SAMPLERS Part of the OIAF screening series and curated by Keltie Duncan (Director of Film Operations), this compilation features OIAF 18 Short Competition films selected especially for TAC based on their ART+BIZ crossover potential. By that we mean films that demonstrate existing excellence in short form storytelling, interesting new creative vision, and works that exist thanks to their directors having shown such innovation in the past. These films provide a brief taste of the five competition programmes on offer at the OIAF.

OIAF SAMPLER #1 Wednesday, Sept. 26, 9:15 am - 9:45 am Wednesday, Sept. 26, 12:45 pm - 1:15 pm Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room Caterpillarplasty | 2018 | David Barlow-Krelina | Canada | 05:00 | Narrative Short

Fest | 2018 | Nikita Diakur | Germany | 02:55 | Narrative Short

Jeom | 2017 | Kangmin Kim | South Korea | 04:12 | Narrative Short

Bloeistraat 11 (Bloomstreet 11) | 2018 | Nienke Deutz | Belgium, Netherlands | 09:41 | Narrative Short

Renata Zeiguer ‘Wayside’ | 2018 | Angela Stempel | USA | 03:03 | Commissioned

The Missing Pig | 2018 | Cecilia Corzo | UK| 04:04 | Student

TAC SCREENINGS

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OIAF SAMPLER #2 Thursday, Sept. 27, 8:45 am - 9:15 am Thursday, Sept. 27, 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Château Laurier - Jam Filled Drawing Room

Flying Lotus - Post Requisite | 2017 | Winston Hacking | Canada| 02:11 | Commissioned

Aérobie | 2017 | Bastien Dupriez | France | 03:52 | Non-Narrative Short

A Chronic Circus | 2017 | Helen Woolston | Estonia | 06:11 | Student

Turbine | 2018 | Alex Boya | Canada | 08:23 | Narrative Short

BIFAN 2018 ‘Leader Film’ | 2018 | Kangmin Kim | USA | 01:24 | Commissioned

Nie masz dystansu (You Are Overreacting) | 2017 | Karina Paciorkowska | Poland | 03:57 | Student

Only Slightly Exaggerated | 2018 | Kylie Matulick & Todd Mueller | USA | 01:30 | Commissioned

VIEWING ON DEMANDThursday, Sept. 27, 11:00 am - 9:00 pm Friday, Sept. 28, 11:00 am - 9:00 pm Saturday, Sept. 29, 11:00 am - 1:00 am Arts Court - SAW Video Workshop Room (2 Daly Ave)

OIAF is chock-full of content and it’s easy to miss something. Screenings at the OIAF include TV series, youth content, other commissioned works and VR. If there’s a Competition or Panorama screening you had to skip, programs can be viewed on-demand during the Festival at the Arts Court/SAW Workshop space.

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