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 01, 2024
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Grant and Funding
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- Information and cultural industries
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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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This grant is available to companies that are specifically based in Alberta. The eligibility criteria require applicants to be incorporated or registered within Alberta.
- Companies incorporated in Alberta under the Business Corporation Act.
- Organizations registered as extra-provincial companies in Alberta.
- Sole proprietorships with a registered trade name in Alberta.
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$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
$120,000
Red Deer
Post-production of a virtual reality short film
$110,000
Medicine Hat
Digital animation for an interactive children's book
$70,000
Grande Prairie
Editing video content for a fitness video series
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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's incorporation status and operational activities.
- The organization must be incorporated in Alberta under the Business Corporation Act, or registered as an extra-provincial company in Alberta and be in good standing with the Corporate Registry, or operate as a sole proprietorship with a registered trade name in Alberta.
- All applicants must be in good standing in all respects with funding received from the Government of Alberta, including the Alberta Media Fund (AMF).
- The organization must demonstrate that it provides services for arm’s length, third-party organizations on a regular basis.
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Eligible organizations to apply for the Post-Production, Visual Effects and Digital Animation Grant include those that:- Are incorporated in Alberta under the Business Corporation Act or registered as an extra-provincial company in Alberta and are in good standing with the Corporate Registry or operate as a sole proprietorship with a registered trade name in Alberta.- Are in good standing with any funding received from the Government of Alberta, including the AMF.- Can demonstrate that they provide services for arm’s length, third-party organizations on a regular basis.
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Some projects and expenses are ineligible for the Post-Production, Visual Effects and Digital Animation Grant. Restrictions apply to ensure funding supports appropriate project types and expenses.
- Productions that solicit funds.
- Mass reproduction of pre-recorded audio and video material on magnetic or optical media.
- Archiving for corporate, institutional, and preservation purposes.
- Pornography or adult entertainment productions.
- Productions made for internal corporate use.
- Productions that promote hate, exploitation of sex, violence, horror, or cruelty.
- Non-Albertan expenses and expenses related to ineligible projects or activities.
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The grant assists Alberta organizations in the financial support of post-production services, emphasizing skill development and creating significant outputs for public dissemination. Projects under this grant must be professionally undertaken with eligibility based on certain service provisions and public audience objectives.
- Editing of video and audio.
- Subtitling and closed-captioning.
- Creation and editing of visual and sound effects.
- Digital animation projects.
- Projects produced primarily for distribution to a public audience.
- Projects submitted within 60 days of the post-production end date or relevant signature date.
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The grant covers 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
- Examine the Post-Production, Visual Effects and Digital Animation Grant Guidelines carefully to ensure understanding of all requirements.
- Step 2: Create an Online Profile
- Request access to set up an online profile if you are a new applicant by completing the Front Office Registration form.
- Email the registration form to [email protected].
- Receive login credentials via email.
- Step 3: Begin the Application Package
- Log into the Online Grant Application System to start your application.
- Use the Guide for Application Submission if you need assistance.
- Step 4: Gather the Required Documents
- Submit applications by 11:59 pm on March 1st each year or the next working day if the deadline falls on a holiday or weekend.
- Provide financial documents such as an income statement and balance sheet for corporations or the CRA T2125 for sole proprietors.
- Confirm residency for eligible employees.
- Step 5: Submit Your Application
- Ensure the application and all supporting documents are submitted through the Online Grant Application System.
- Note that faxed, emailed, mailed, or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
- Step 6: After You Apply
- Wait for a written notification regarding the result of your application.
- Contact Information
- Phone: 780-422-8584
- Toll-free: 310-0000 before the phone number (in Alberta)
- Email: [email protected]
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Applications are accepted up to March 1st each year, with extensions if the deadline falls on a statutory holiday or weekend.
- New applicants must set up an online profile and complete the Front Office Registration form to gain access to the Online Grant Application System.
- Applicants must ensure that all documents are submitted through the designated online system as incomplete applications or applications via fax, email, or mail will not be accepted.
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ampdg-pifma@gov.ab.ca
780-422-8584
Apply to this program
Post-Production Funding for Alberta's Creative Industries
The Post-Production, Visual Effects and Digital Animation Grant (PPG) offers financial assistance to Alberta-based organizations to support labour expenses tied to post-production services. This initiative promotes the local industry's growth by enabling companies to hire Albertan talent and expand their capabilities in visual effects and digital animation.
Understanding the Post-Production, Visual Effects and Digital Animation Grant
The Post-Production, Visual Effects and Digital Animation Grant is a pivotal financing tool tailored for Alberta organizations involved in the intricate process of post-production. This grant, administered under the Alberta Media Fund (AMF), is specifically designed to support and strengthen Alberta's post-production sector, ensuring its sustainability and growth. By providing an 18% contribution towards the total eligible invoiced labour, this grant significantly alleviates the financial burden on Alberta-based companies that offer essential services in visual effects and digital animation.
Eligible organizations for this grant must be incorporated under Alberta's Business Corporation Act or registered as an extra-provincial company, operating in good standing. This requirement ensures that the grant supports well-established entities capable of regularly providing services for arm’s length, third party organizations. Moreover, entities are expected to demonstrate a commitment to employing local talent, which underscores the grant's dual focus on economic support and community contribution.
Projects eligible for this funding include various stages and facets of post-production work: intricate video and audio editing, efficient subtitling and closed-captioning, the generation and refinement of visual and sound effects, and the creative endeavors of digital animation. The projects must aim at public distribution, reinforcing the grant’s agenda to support publicly available works. Funding is contingent on projects meeting specific invoice value thresholds, ensuring the economic viability and impact of the support provided.
The grant operates under a structured application process with a critical deadline of March 1 each year, making it imperative for interested entities to plan and prepare their submissions meticulously. An essential step in the application process is registering an online profile with Alberta's Ministry of Culture's funding portal, followed by compiling detailed financial records and valid residency confirmations for all relevant Alberta staff.
This grant not only supports individual project components but also stimulates wider industry growth by encouraging increased employment opportunities within Alberta’s creative sectors. Organizations benefitting from this financial support are prompted to innovate and expand their capabilities, contributing significantly to the local economy. The grant also aims at cultivating a resilient, skilled workforce adept at handling state-of-the-art post-production technologies and methodologies.
By incentivizing high-quality post-production work, the grant ensures Alberta's media projects meet or exceed industry standards, positioning the province as a competitive player in the broader screen industries landscape. This financial aid is strategically structured to foster not only immediate project completion but also long-term industrial enhancement by building robust infrastructures and expertise within Alberta’s creative and digital sectors.
Organizations involved in such projects should grasp this invaluable opportunity to secure financial backing that aligns with provincial goals of supporting homegrown talent and innovation. As they secure these grants, they can focus on artistic and operational excellence, laying down a precedent for future projects and collaborations. This type of support not only benefits individual businesses but also propels Alberta’s cultural and economic growth.
