Deadline Reminder: Santa Barbara International Film Festival

Now in its 41st year, SBIFF is one of the leading film festivals in the U.S., presenting over 200 films to more than 100,000 attendees across 11 days in Santa Barbara. An Oscar® and BAFTA-qualifying event, it celebrates global cinema with juried sections, filmmaker panels, and tributes to major industry figures like Michael B. Jordan and Cynthia Erivo.

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Deadline Reminder: Oxford International Film Festival

Celebrating its 11th year, the BIFA-qualifying Oxford International Film Festival (OXIFF) remains one of the UK’s most intimate boutique showcases for independent cinema. The festival welcomes features, shorts, documentaries, and screenplays from around the world, with previous guests including Rosamund Pike, Timothy Spall, and Kate Beckinsale.

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JustFilms – Ford Foundation Documentary Grants

Ford Foundation’s JustFilms program funds artist-driven feature documentaries addressing social justice and equity. Grants support development, production, and post-production for independent projects worldwide.

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Telefilm Canada – Marketing Program

Telefilm Canada’s Marketing Program funds the marketing, promotion, and distribution of Canadian feature films. Eligible production and distribution companies can apply for financial assistance to support theatrical, digital, and international campaigns.

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Canva Video Editor

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Audio Design Desk

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Associate Editor – Warner Bros. Discovery (US)

Warner Bros. Discovery’s TNT Sports division is hiring an Associate Editor to join its Emmy-winning Creative Services Sports Unit in Atlanta. The role involves editing studio and game content, collaborating with producers, and prepping projects for finishing.

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Production Coordinator – Netflix Animation (Canada)

Netflix Animation Studios is hiring a Production Coordinator for an upcoming animated feature. The role supports the Production Manager and department leads, tracking progress, maintaining schedules, and ensuring clear communication across creative teams.

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Drew Struzan, Legendary Film Poster Artist, Dies at 78 – USA Today

Drew Struzan, the artist behind the iconic posters for Star Wars, Indiana Jones, and Back to the Future, has passed away at 78. Honored by George Lucas and Steven Spielberg, Struzan was celebrated for his ability to capture a film’s emotion and imagination in a single image. His legacy continues to define modern movie poster art.

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‘Parent Trap’ Reunion Delights Fans – Parade

Dennis Quaid made a surprise appearance at Dancing With the Stars’ Dedication Night to support his Parent Trap co-stars Elaine Hendrix and Lisa Ann Walter. The reunion delighted fans of the 1998 Disney classic that launched Lindsay Lohan’s career, marking a nostalgic moment for movie lovers.

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