M.A.T.C.H Creative Intensifier – Machinima
Expressions Of Interest
DO YOU HAVE A PASSION FOR ART, FILM, TECH OR AUDIO?
ARE YOU MĀORI?
ARE YOU HARDWORKING AND MOTIVATED?
ARE YOU LOOKING TO UPSKILL FOR A CAREER IN THE CREATIVE DIGITAL INDUSTRY?
IF YOU ANSWER YES TO ALL OF THESE QUESTIONS THEN THIS TRAINING PROGRAM MAY BE FOR YOU.
12 Week Intensifier Course
In an NZ first, Māoriland is partnering with Skawennati from AbTec – Aboriginal Territories in Cyberspace based in Montreal to bring the Skins Machinima Workshop. Machinima is the use of real-time computer graphics engines to create a cinematic production. The word “machinima” is a combination of the words machine and cinema.
The focus of this Creative Intensifier is to produce films using virtual environments. In a NZ first Māoriland will be running a 12-week workplace training program in Machinima. Delivered in partnership with Abtec.
Participants will tell stories, develop a script, storyboard, design characters, build sets, record footage, edit and add sound to produce their own machinima rooted in Indigenous storytelling practice.
There are limited places on this 12-week paid workplace training program supported by Māori Trades training. If you have a passion and skills to create Māori films, this program is for you.
Recommended experience:
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Script writing ability
- Demonstrated passion for storytelling
- Computer literacy & ability to problem-solve new technology
About MATCH:
The Māoriland Tech Creative Hub is a training and creative space for rangatahi to upskill and unleash their creative potential using software and digital tools. Animation, graphic design, game development, VR, XR – MATCH aims to pathway rangatahi Māori into high-value jobs in the rapidly growing tech creative industries.
About AbTec:
Aboriginal Territories in Cyberspace is an Aboriginally determined research-creation network whose goal is to ensure Indigenous presence in the web pages, online environments, video games, and virtual worlds that comprise cyberspace.
Co-founded and co-directed by Jason Edward Lewis and Skawennati, our multi-faceted effort includes artwork, writing, lectures, workshops, residencies, and exhibitions.
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Duration: |
May 6 – July 26 2024 (12 weeks, 30 hours/week) |
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Location: |
Māoriland Hub, Ōtaki |
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Participants: |
Up to 10 Participants, Curious Māori creatives interested in learning how to produce films in a digital environment. Passion, interest, some prior experience |
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Draft Program Outline: |
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Mahi Whakatairanga
- Only 10 places for Māori aged 17+
- You must commit to a 12 Week full-time course (30 hours Tuesday – Friday) at Māoriland Hub in Ōtaki.
- The course is fees-free.
He Kōwhiri Tāngata – Selection Criteria
He mahi tēnei e hihiko ai te wairua auaha o ngā tauira ako e whakapuare nei i ō rātou hinengaro. E riro ana ngā mahinga nei ki ngā tāngata he piri pono nō rātou ki tā rātou e whai ai, e kī ai.
Up to 10 people will be selected. You need to be committed and self-motivated. You don’t need to have prior experience but you do need to show us your strong interest in trying new things creatively.
He Rangi Nui – Key Dates
MATCH Intensifier Ka Tīmata: May 6th 2024
MATCH Intensifier Ka Mutu: July 26th 2024
MATCH Creative Intensifier will run from Tuesday – Friday 9:30 am – 5 pm (30 hours)
Participants must be available for the duration of the M.A.T.C.H Intensifier.
Me Pēnei Tō Tono Mai – How to Apply
Mō te tono tuihono: Expressions of Interest