Alberta Media Fund — Post-Production, Visual Effects and Digital Animation Grant
AB, Canada
Grant for Alberta post-production labour costs
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- grant_single|closingDateMarch 02, 2024
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Grant and Funding
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- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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- Ministry of Culture (AB)
- Government of Alberta
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Get up to $200,000 to hire staff for post-production, visual effects and digital animation projects.
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Eligible projects or activities for the Post-Production, Visual Effects and Digital Animation Grant include:
- Editing of video and audio
- Subtitling and closed-captioning
- Creation and editing of visual and sound effects
- Digital animation
- Projects produced primarily for distribution to a public audience
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$120,000
Red Deer
Post-production of a virtual reality short film
$110,000
Medicine Hat
Digital animation for an interactive children's book
$100,000
Calgary
Enhancing a documentary with advanced post-production techniques
$30,000
Lethbridge
Subtitling and closed-captioning for an educational documentary series
$80,000
Edmonton
Creating and editing visual effects for an indie fantasy film
$70,000
Grande Prairie
Editing video content for a fitness video series
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To be eligible to apply for the Post-Production, Visual Effects and Digital Animation Grant, organizations must:
- be incorporated in Alberta under the Business Corporation Act or registered as an extra-provincial company in Alberta
- demonstrate that the organization provides services for arm’s length, third party organizations on a regular basis
- be in good standing with the Corporate Registry or the Corporate Registry of Alberta
- operate as a sole proprietorship with a registered trade name in Alberta
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Eligible companies for the Post-Production, Visual Effects and Digital Animation Grant must be incorporated in Alberta or registered as an extra-provincial company in Alberta and operate as a sole proprietorship with a registered trade name in Alberta. All applicants must be in good standing with the government of Alberta and must demonstrate regular service provision to arm's length, third-party organizations.
- Incorporated companies under the Business Corporation Act in Alberta or registered as an extra-provincial company in Alberta
- Sole proprietorships with a registered trade name in Alberta
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There are types of companies that are not eligible for this grant. To summarize, companies involved in ineligible projects such as pornography/adult entertainment or productions contrary to public policy are not eligible.
- Companies involved in pornography/adult entertainment
- Productions contrary to public policy, including promoting hate or exploitation
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Eligible expenses for the Post-Production, Visual Effects and Digital Animation Grant include invoiced costs for eligible Albertans performing eligible activities on eligible projects.
- Invoiced costs for eligible Albertans
- Performing eligible activities
- On eligible projects
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for the Post-Production, Visual Effects and Digital Animation Grant:
- Eligibility of the organization
- Quality and feasibility of the project
- Impact of the project on Alberta’s post-production sector
- Value for money and budget justification
- Overall benefit to the Alberta media industry
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- Step 1: Review the guidelines
- Review the current Post-Production, Visual Effects, and Digital Animation Grant Guidelines to ensure understanding of the requirements.
- Step 2: Create an online profile
- New applicants must request access to set up an online profile before filling out an application.
- Complete the Front Office Registration form and email it to [email protected]
- Login credentials will be emailed to the applicant.
- Step 3: Begin the application package
- Login to the Online Grant Application System to start the application process.
- Refer to the Guide for Application Submission for assistance.
- Step 4: Gather the required documents
- Financial documents – income statement and balance sheet for corporations or the CRA T2125 for sole proprietors.
- Residency confirmations for eligible employees.
- Step 5: Submit your application
- All application and supporting documents must be submitted through the Online Grant Application System.
- Faxed, emailed, mailed, and incomplete applications will not be accepted.
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780-422-8584
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Post-Production, Visual Effects and Digital Animation Grant Overview
The Post-Production, Visual Effects and Digital Animation Grant (PPG) offers funding to Alberta organizations engaged in post-production services in Alberta, covering labor expenses for visual effects and digital animation projects. The grant aims to support the development and sustainability of Alberta's post-production sector by helping companies employ local talent.
Post-Production, Visual Effects and Digital Animation Grant Details
The Post-Production, Visual Effects and Digital Animation Grant (PPG) is a program under the Alberta Media Fund (AMF) that provides financial support to eligible organizations involved in post-production services within Alberta. The grant represents 18% of the total eligible invoiced labor costs to help these companies cover expenses related to visual effects, digital animation, and other post-production activities.
To be eligible for the grant, organizations must be incorporated in Alberta or registered as an extra-provincial company in the province. Applicants must demonstrate that they offer services to third-party organizations and are in good standing with the Corporate Registry or other regulatory bodies.
Eligible projects for the PPG include editing of video and audio, subtitling, creation and editing of visual and sound effects, digital animation, and projects intended for public distribution. Projects submitted for funding must have a minimum eligible invoice value of $500 and be completed within the program guidelines.
Ineligible projects for the PPG include those that solicit funds, mass reproduction of media, pornography/adult entertainment, and productions that promote hate, exploitation, or go against public policy. The grant aims to support projects that contribute positively to the Alberta screen industry and align with the program's objectives.
Applicants can submit multiple applications for the PPG but are subject to a maximum grant funding cap of $200,000 per budget year. The submission deadline for applications is March 1 each year, with all required documents to be submitted through the Online Grant Application System for review and processing.
Overall, the Post-Production, Visual Effects, and Digital Animation Grant serve as a crucial source of financial support for Alberta companies engaged in post-production work, fostering growth and innovation in the local screen industry while promoting the employment of Alberta talent. By supporting eligible projects and organizations, the grant contributes to the overall development and sustainability of the post-production sector in Alberta.
